Shure VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

The Shure VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone is the ideal audio upgrade for mobile journalists, vloggers, filmmakers, and run-and-gun shooters. Its supercardioid/lobar polar pattern captures focused, clear sound from the front while rejecting side and rear noise, delivering significantly better audio than built-in camera microphones. The VP83 features an integrated Rycote Lyre shockmount that effectively isolates the microphone from camera handling noise and vibrations. A coiled 3.5mm TRS cable (wired dual mono) is permanently attached for quick and easy connection to your camera or recorder. The microphone is powered by a single AA battery, providing up to 130 hours of operation. Practical controls include a 3-stage gain switch (-10 dB, 0 dB, +20 dB) for handling quiet speech to loud sources, and a selectable bass roll-off filter to reduce low-frequency rumble from traffic or HVAC systems. A foam windscreen helps minimize wind noise, while the rugged cast aluminum housing ensures durability in the field with excellent RF immunity. The VP83 mounts easily via its camera shoe mount with 1/4"-20 thread, making it a reliable, compact companion for any portable video rig.