Audio-Technica ATR6550x Condenser Video/Recording Shotgun Microphone

The ATR6550x Condenser Shotgun Microphone from Audio-Technica is designed to offer a crisp and clear pickup from both close and far away. This budget-friendly mic features a convenient switch that lets you easily shift between "Far" and "Wide" settings. In the "Wide" setting, this microphone works as a standard cardioid condenser and focuses pickup on your preferred sound source. While the "Far" setting causes the polar pattern to narrow to super cardioid, allowing you to pick up sounds from far away while ignoring ambient noise including mechanically coupled vibrations, air-handling systems, traffic, and room reverberation. This microphone is supplied with a permanently attached 3.5mm connector plug/cable and several useful accessories including a stand clamp to piggyback on another stand (or any other object), a camera mount for attaching it to any camera, a foam windscreen for use in a windy environment, and a battery for added functionality.

Audio-Technica ATR6550x Condenser Video/Recording Shotgun Microphone Key Features:

• Perfect for recording crisp, clear sound without ambient noise
• Lightweight and functional design for ease of use
• Permanently attached cable with 3.5mm connector plugs directly into video camera easily
• Constructed from premium-quality materials for incredible durability
• Offers a dream combination of visually appealing looks and useful features
• Two range settings: ‘Tele’ for long-distance and ‘Normal’ for close- & medium-distance
• Comes with a shoe mount for attaching it to a wide range of cameras
• Includes a microphone stand clamp for added versatility
• Supplied with a foam windscreen to reduce breath, wind, and plosive noises
• Uses an AA battery (included) for operation

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Audio-Technica ATR6550x Condenser Video/Recording Shotgun Microphone
• 1 x Camera Shoe Mount
• 1 x Microphone Stand Clamp
• 1 x Foam Windscreen
• 1 x AA Battery
• 1 x Limited Lifetime Warranty

FAQs:

How do I connect the Audio-Technica ATR6550x microphone to the Canon VIXIA HFG50 video camera?

Simply plug the cable’s 1/8” mini-plug into the mic jack on your Canon VIXIA HFG50 video camera. If you want to use it with equipment that features an integrated mic, then you should consult the device’s user manual guide for instructions on disabling its microphone.

Can I use this Audio-Technica microphone for interviewing people on a congested road?

The ATR6550X condenser shotgun microphone is specially designed to capture a crisp and clear sound from both close and far away. The "Far" setting allows you to pick up the desired sound by ignoring ambient noise including traffic. This makes it an ideal pick for interviewing people on a congested road.

Will I require a phantom power supply or can it be directly be used in the phone?

You can directly use it on a computer or phone. No phantom power or audio interface is required.