Godox VDS-M3 Rechargeable Supercardioid Condenser Shotgun Microphone

The Godox VDS-M3 is a shotgun microphone for video, film, interview, and documentary work. The mic provides a smart feature set that allows you to tailor the sound to your needs, offers an XLR output, and includes a built-in rechargeable battery, which can power the mic for up to 220 hours when a 48V phantom-power source is unavailable.

The mic features a supercardioid pickup pattern that focuses audio capture on the subject and reduces unwanted background sound, while engaging the -10 dB pad allows the mic to handle louder sources. Unwanted low-end rumbles can be reduced via the high-pass filter with settings at 75 Hz, while the high-frequency boost switch can be engaged to add presence for more intelligible dialog. The VDS-M3 mounts to a boompole or stand via the included adjustable bracket, which can pivot 270¡ã for optimal positioning. An included foam windscreen helps further reduce noise, and a USB charging cable is also supplied.

Features at a Glance

Featuring a highly directional pickup pattern with a superflat response and low self-noise, the VDS-M3 is designed to deliver clear, natural sound, without any coloration

The supercardioid pickup pattern helps to focus audio capture on the subject, reducing unwanted background noise

Useful and convenient features to help you get high-quality recordings include: a high-pass filter, -10 dB pad, high-frequency boost, and LED status indicators

The included foam windscreen aids in reducing wind noise while protecting the mic from weather and dust

The mic is powered via 48V phantom power or by its built-in rechargeable battery for up to 220 hours on a single charge

The mic's XLR output is compatible with a wide range of professional audio gear

A directional microphone mount with a 270¡ã adjustable angle is supplied for stand and boompole mounting

• Microphone
• Primary Applications
• Podcast, Web-Streaming, Recording to Mobile Device, ENG (Electronic News Gathering), Audio for Video, Location Sound
• Form Factor
• Camera-Mount
• Intended Sound Sources
• Vocals, Speech/Voice-Over, Instrument
• Sound Field
• Mono
• Element Type
• 1 x Electret Condenser
• Polar Pattern
• Supercardioid
• Windscreen
• Foam (Included)
• Performance
• Frequency Range
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Impedance
• 200 Ohms
• Sensitivity
• -37 dBV/Pa
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio
• 75 dB
• Connectivity
• Output Connector
• 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
• Power
• Operating Voltage
• 48 V
• Battery Type
• 1 x Built-In (Included)
• Approximate Battery Life
• 25 Hours
• Physical
• Color
• Black
• Mounting
• Boompole, Floor Mic Stand (with Included Hardware)
• Included Case
• None
• Included Filters
• None
• Construction Material
• Metal
• Operating Temperature
• 14 to 122¡ãF / -10 to 50¡ãC
• Dimensions
• ?: 0.9 x L: 10.9" / ?: 2.2 x L: 27.8 cm
• Weight
• 6.5 oz / 183 g (Microphone, with Mount)