RODE NTG8 Long Shotgun Microphone

RØDE NTG8 Long Broadcast Shotgun Microphone

Description

The RØDE NTG8 is a broadcast-grade long shotgun microphone designed for highly directional sound pickup in demanding recording environments. Featuring RF-bias technology, the NTG8 offers superior resistance to moisture and condensation, making it the perfect choice for outdoor film shoots, live broadcasting, and environmental recording. With its rich, warm sound and precisely controlled supercardioid polar pattern, the NTG8 ensures exceptional directionality, even at lower frequencies, making it ideal for distance mic’ing applications. Whether used in film production, sports broadcasting, or wildlife recording, the NTG8 delivers pristine, high-fidelity audio with low noise and high sensitivity.

Technical Specifications

• Acoustic Principle: Line Gradient
• Capsule Size: 0.50″
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Address Type: End
• Frequency Range: 40Hz – 20kHz
• Output Impedance: 25Ω
• Maximum SPL: 124 dB SPL
• Maximum Output Level: 8.2mV (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
• Sensitivity: -20.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (97.50mV @ 94 dB SPL) ±2 dB @ 1kHz
• Equivalent Noise Level: 8dBA (A-weighted)
• Power Requirements: P48 Phantom Power
• Output Connection: XLR

Key Features

✅ Broadcast-Grade Long Shotgun Microphone – Designed for film, TV, and live broadcast applications.
✅ Highly Directional Sound Pickup – Captures focused, high-clarity audio, even from a distance.
✅ RF-Bias Technology for Moisture Resistance – Ensures reliable performance in humid or adverse weather conditions.
✅ Extended Frequency Response (40Hz – 20kHz) – Provides rich, full-bodied sound reproduction across all frequencies.
✅ Ultra-Low Self-Noise (8dBA) – One of the quietest shotgun microphones available for professional recordings.
✅ Precision Supercardioid Pickup Pattern – Eliminates off-axis coloration and background noise.
✅ Includes SM8 Shock Mount – Provides isolation from vibrations and handling noise, ensuring cleaner audio capture.

Use Cases

🎬 Film & TV Production – Perfect for dialogue capture in outdoor and controlled studio environments.
🎤 Live Broadcast & Sports Coverage – Captures clear speech and action sound from a distance.
🌍 Wildlife & Nature Recording – Provides highly directional sound pickup for environmental and documentary work.
📡 News & Field Reporting – Ensures consistent, interference-free sound for remote broadcasts.
🎭 Theater & Live Performance Recording – Ideal for capturing on-stage dialogue and sound effects.

What’s in the Box?

• 1 x RØDE NTG8 Long Broadcast Shotgun Microphone
• 1 x SM8 Shock Mount – Reduces handling noise and vibrations
• 1 x WSNTG8 Windshield – Minimizes wind interference for outdoor recording
• 1 x ZP1 Medium Padded Zip Pouch – For secure microphone storage