A Decent Mic?

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Digital Root Films

Hi,
I've been looking at some decent budget mics for my short films. I have been looking at the Rode Videomic and also the Azden SGM-1x/SGM-2x. Does anyone have any experience on these mics and their quality? I am shooting outside and inside so It would need to be able to withstand some wind (ofcourse a deadcat could do that). If anyone has one of these mics and can tell me you're experience with them.
Thanks in advance!

Thanks,
Director T
 
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What should I consider for a microphone:huh:? I am going to use a boom pole. Any suggestions that is in a $150-$350 budget? Also- if you have actually owned and used a Rode Videomic or a Azden SGM-1X/SGM-2X could you please comment and put a brief reviewf. Thanks.
 
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Like I said, I've used, though not owned, the Azden mics and was disappointed. I know the Rode VideoMic by reputation having attempted to work dialog recorded with it - it was a nightmare.

Even decent quality budget mics are going to cost you. My recommendation would be the Rode NTG-2, about $275 (other than the VideoMic Rode makes some pretty nice stuff aimed at the budget market).

Check out my blog and search for other discussions regarding budget production sound here on IndieTalk.
 
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