What is the quietest shotgun microphone available?
This page compares 1 shotgun microphone with verified specifications and prices. Top options include RØDE NTG5. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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RØDE NTG5
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£358.77 ≈ | Supercardioid | 80 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB | -23.5 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz | — | 25 ohms | Supercardioid |
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The RØDE NTG5 is a lightweight professional shotgun microphone with a highly directional supercardioid pattern, 10 dBA self-noise, and RF-bias technology for reliable outdoor recording. Its 76 g body and included pistol grip and wind protection suit filmmakers, boom operators, broadcasters, and location sound recordists. ★ Ideal forThe NTG5 suits the search for the quietest shotgun microphone because its 10 dBA self-noise, highly directional supercardioid pickup, and smooth off-axis response help capture clean focused audio while reducing unwanted background sound.
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