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RODE NTG-3 Shotgun Mic


The NTG-3 competes head to head with the Sennheiser MKH-416 shotgun. While the 416 has been an industry standard for years, the $1199 price has kept many aspiring filmmakers at bay. With it’s aggressively focused pickup pattern and buttery smooth sound, the NTG-3 is poised to become the go to microphone for high definition shooters. You’ve got the hi-def picture, well here’s the hi-def sound. We tested the microphone both indoor and outdoor and were shocked at the results. Never before have we heard this caliber of sound for under $1000. Add a boom pole …



Audio 101 - Back to Basics PLUS 10 Tips to Better Audio

In the DVeStore we’re seeing a lot of folks making the right choice and stepping up to better quality audio gear. Think about it, you just spent thousands on a high quality camera that produces a truly exquisite picture. Next you show a few people the great project you’re working on. They say, “It looks great, but I’m having a hard time following the story because I can barely hear anyone.” You knew it, but secretly hoped no one would call you on it. It’s a tough lesson to learn when you go back to review the …