RODE NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone Review

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A couple of months ago you all voted on what you wanted to cover next and one of the things you voted for was a review of the RØDE NTG4+ shotgun microphone. This is RØDE’s next generation enthusiast shotgun mic and it has a few interesting features:
- The + version has an inbuilt lithium battery that can power the mic for 150 hours
- A re-designed microphone capsule (which I think sounds a bit more natural than the NTG2
- Electronic buttons for high pass, high frequency boost, and -10 dB pad as well as mic power
We’ve spent a few weeks working with it and it is a great, very versatile mic! RØDE has done a great job filling a hole in the shotgun mic market. Better quality than the $100 - $300 mics and added features that make this mic incredibly versatile.
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Gear used to produce this episode:
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RØDE NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone
Amazon: geni.us/EZe7SA0
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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Tascam DR-60DmkII Audio Field Recorder
Amazon: geni.us/grErPJQ
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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RØDE NTG2 Shotgun Microphone
Amazon: geni.us/yhPXV
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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RØDE Blimp Wind Cover
Amazon: geni.us/c6qpc0
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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XLR to 3.5mm Adapter
B&H Photo: bhpho.to/2YbiJyw
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Hot/Cold Shoe Shockmount for Shotgun Microphone
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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Panasonic GH4 m4/3 Camera
Amazon: geni.us/4mEzAt
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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Olympus 45mm f/1.8 Lens (My favorite m4/3 lens)
Amazon: geni.us/gpQAUBy
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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Panasonic 12-35 f/2.8 OIS Zoom Lens
Amazon: geni.us/kbejCKR
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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Atomos Shogun 4K HDMI Recorder
Amazon: geni.us/hPRP
B&H Photo: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
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Music copyright Curtis Judd 2012
Ethics statement: Some of the links above are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, or other affiliate links.

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@siddharth_r1 7 лет назад

This is perfect. Most reviews focus on describing the products but fail to educate. Rarely, people like you nail both! Awesome.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks Siddharth!

@Joechungphotography 2 года назад

I agree solid video for sure!

@VentureTVde 7 лет назад

I always love your detailed and very balanced reviews! They are extremely helpful! Thank you!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks!

@skyworksaerialmedia4036 3 года назад

Thank you! I learned so much from you on lights and here we are, six years after you made this video, one of your current subscribers in 2021 found it incredibly helpful and on point as I ponder upgrading my sound game. Thank You and keep em' coming, Sir!

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Thanks so much for watching even the really old videos!

@atishep 9 лет назад

Thanks for this great review Curtis! Really enjoyed it and found it helpful.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Ati Shephard Thanks, glad it helped!

@mychalsimonz 8 лет назад

Wow thank you for this test. I'm definitely going to be getting the NTG 4+

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

You're welcome and best wishes!

@hithereroger 9 лет назад

Curtis I've seen quite a few of your reviews and I just gotta say that every single aspect of your work is beyond flawless. Thank you creating such excellent and helpful content. I can only aspire to produce something as great as what you make!

@hithereroger 9 лет назад

Hi There Roger Also, I have a quick question. Would you say the ZOOM H4NSP would be a good sound recorder to plug this mic into?

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Hi There Roger Thanks! The Zoom H4n is showing its age pretty well with noisier pre-amps than others, even in the same price range. If you only need to record up to two XLR based mikes at a time, I'd look at the Tascam DR-60DmkII which we reviewed here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TRoIMPHS91U.html It runs about $175 USD at present.

@m-studios8549 3 года назад

Thanks for this video. We have the NTG4+ and it was great to see your examples and demonstrations of different set ups.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Thanks M-Studios.

@laynebatt4790 4 года назад

Great job Curtis, thank you very much, big help! I'm looking forward to buying the Rode's NTG4 soon.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

👍 happy recording!

@sambenyon5 6 лет назад

Wow. Very thorough! I'm watching this in 2017 and this review holds up!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Sam!

@theoantoniou7002 6 лет назад

I wish more people that do video reviews could be as clear and concise as you are. Well done Curtis Judd!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@davidsala9549 4 года назад

Curtis Judd, thank you very much for your review of the Rode NTG4+. I am highly interested in getting this for my studio setup. Great job on the video! I am looking forward to more reviews!

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi David, since I reviewed this back in 2015, I've found some other microphones which sound better on most voices. In the same price range, I prefer the DEITY S-Mic 2: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x4tPO0G8b2Y.html Best wishes!

@GaryDmedia 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd thanks for such a comprehensive review of the NTG4+ I definitely will be sharing this video.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Simple Audio Tips Thanks! Looking forward to your thoughts as well!

@mrbamilaw 4 года назад

Thank you always sir, Your reviews guides us alot in Microphone Purchases.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

You're welcome!

@paulfloydbaichoo 4 года назад

Great review, it really helped, I just bought the NTG4+ and totally happy with it, thanks

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

👍 happy recording!

@fritzgfeller 9 лет назад

Thanks for the work you put into this!

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

BoredChef Productions Thanks, the pleasure is mine!

@JenniferSchanuth 7 лет назад

Really great review. Very helpful. Thank you!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks!

@laynebatt4790 4 года назад

Great job Curtis!! Big help, thank you very much!

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks Layne!

@DjMarco0 6 лет назад

Incredible review, thanks a lot for all the advice in your channel, it's really really appreciated. Keep it going!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Ocram, will keep it going!

@thelinthicums3295 7 лет назад

Such valuable information. Thank you Curtis.

@LearnLightAndSoundSessions 7 лет назад

Thanks!

@bradstudio 5 лет назад

Well, this made my mind up what to buy, great review. Thanks!

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

👍

@ranjanajaiswal5982 6 лет назад

You are really good at explaining a product. Good work !

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@stijnlauwen6227 9 лет назад

Comprehensive review and as always, one with a high production value.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Stijn Lauwen Thanks!

@mbusoguma5504 4 года назад

A great review. Just got one today. Thank you.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

I hope it works well for you!

@e34g940s 3 года назад

thank you for this excellent review. helped me understand how to proceed with this mic idea.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

You’re welcome!

@hbl_channel 5 лет назад

Always spot on Curtis! You are my sound Guru!

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Thanks Homer!

@jeremywagner7130 2 года назад

Your videos are really helpful and well organized. Great job, keep it up!

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

Thanks Jeremy.

@BhikkhuSamahitaThera 9 лет назад

Thanx again. NTG4+ is on the wishlist here.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Bhikkhu Samahita Thanks Bhikkhu! I hope you enjoy it when it arrives.

@nolashtheartist 3 года назад

I just ordered an ntg4, so excited!

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

I hope it works well for you - happy recording!

@BlueliteShorts 7 лет назад

Awesome review!! You're really good at breaking it down for ppl like me who aren't that technically savvy. *Subscribed!*

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks!

@alusainsillah6210 7 лет назад

Curtis Judd I just bought this mic, can by wait to get it!

@miguevillegas 8 лет назад

Congrats!!! Great channel, and great info... you helped me a lot!!!

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

Thanks!

@CraigToddOfficial 4 года назад

Thanks Curtis, enjoyed your video just ordered one :)

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks Craig. Happy recording!

@rbdriftin 6 лет назад

Excellent video. Very high quality and extremely informative. Subscribed!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Rov!

@EkramiCreationsStudio 4 года назад

Love your REview so Simple and good

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks!

@rodemic 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd great job reviewing the NTG4+

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

RØDE Microphones Thanks! Good job designing a great new shotgun mic!

@JeffVader1 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd This is a great review. Been looking at Tascam 60d using this mic as my rode video mic on camera isn't the best, lots of hiss. - Guessing thats the mini jack - So this is perfect. Thanks for clearing it up :-)

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

+Justin Glynn Thanks! I don't know whether you've already seen this but here is our review of the Tascam DR-60DmkII recorder. It does a great job for my projects. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TRoIMPHS91U.html

@JeffVader1 8 лет назад

Curtis Judd Thanks. I decided to go for the NTG4+ & tascam 60d. Mainly because monitoring the channels and the cost of the uint. The 70d, just isn't that much better and more expensive. Thanks for the great reviews though, these were extremely helpful.

@nakajimastriker62 5 лет назад

Micro amp ha400

@cobrax4887 3 года назад

5 years ago your video quality was already great!

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Thanks cobraX.

@RM-rj5ok 8 лет назад

5 STARS REVIEW. THANK YOU

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

+Ramiro Hernandez thanks!

@wareproduction8779 6 лет назад

Great review Curtis thinking of getting one 😊👍🏾

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Ware Production. Before you do, consider watching this review first. It is a newer mic that I think sounds better and costs a bit less: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x4tPO0G8b2Y.html

@DekiaryCarter 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this view! I want a great microphone that I can adapt to 3.5mm when needed for certain run and gun situations where I may need a simpler setup.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Try a Sennheiser MKE600.

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

+Johnny Larocque The NTG4+ works great for run and gun. Same with the Azden SGM-250, assuming your camera has XLR inputs? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8FfftoGqCTM.html

@latino38 8 лет назад

What about connecting it to a Atomos Shogun?

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

Yes, works great!

@CTLOnTheLine 8 лет назад

Well done, I enjoyed watching this, good information.

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

+CTL OnTheLine Thanks, I appreciate the feedback!

@marshallfaraday4873 Год назад

I have watched several RU-vid videos regarding Rode microphones and different folks who use them. I have found Curtis Judd to be the best at reviewing the Rode microphones and explaining how to use it and what the features do. Very Helpful. I also have taken his Adobe Audition course and found it also to be extremely helpful. I have learned a lot from Curtis Judd. I cannot be more thankful for his time, knowledge and support. Please if you are looking for the right person to learn from Curtis Judd is the go to guy. Marshall from Arizona.

@curtisjudd Год назад

Thanks so much, Marshall.

@larsboonAV 4 года назад

Great review, thanks!

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

👍

@WaynesWorldStudio 9 лет назад

Great review! Thanks you.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

WaynesWorldStudio Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

@Lectrosoul 4 года назад

Great Vid and info, best one for this Mic, thanks!

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks!

@tanzexun 9 лет назад

Thanks for the review, Curtis! As an NTG2 owner I don't find that I need to upgrade to this one yet. Perhaps if I should need another mic, this will be it.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Zexun Tan Yes, the NTG2 is a solid mic. Keep making cool stuff!

@remingtonclarkephotography9403 7 лет назад

Great review!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks!

@qxivzz7402 6 лет назад

You deserve more subs!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

I can barely keep up with the subscribers in this community we have currently. ;-)

@DavidKatz 6 лет назад

Really great video. Love this channel!!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Dave!

@DavidKatz 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@HopeProphecy Год назад

If connected directly to camera via 3.5mm, would you expect better quality out of the NTG4+ or the NTG? Thanks!

@curtisjudd Год назад

In 2022, I would not bother with the NTG4. There are so many better options today. And for direct to camera, yes, I'd opt for the VideoMic NTG over the NTG4 or 4+

@RayOrtega 9 лет назад

Linked up by Rode on facebook, nice score;) Great job. The mic sounds as good as I hoped and I think it looks like a solid purchase even in place of the NTG3. Some real interesting results when you switch on the HPF, almost an echo with a really open sound. Might not be a good choice indoors but would have to hear more. Great work Curtis.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Ray Ortega Thanks Ray! Agreed, not the best choice indoors. I had hoped to spend more time outdoors with it but the weather's been a little hit and miss here in the mountains. I suspect the NTG3 has a stronger signal (certainly pans out when reading the specs) which is probably important for those using a Zoom H4n which doesn't have quite as much clean gain.

@RyanGproductions1 5 лет назад

@@curtisjudd I know this is 3 years old.. but I am looking for a quality mic for interviews INDOORS only. Since this isn't the best for indoor use, what would you suggest? I have the budget for anything $999 and below. Would the NTG3 be the best option? What about the a wireless lav? I don't think people care about seeing a lav mic anymore so I am open to either one (or perhaps a wired Lav with a really long cord)? Thanks so much

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

@@RyanGproductions1 Hi Ryan, you might find this comparison of indoor mics helpful: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-q-b_1gOYOEQ.html Or this one (which is newer): ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-iLOp-_oIzeg.html Or this one with pro level mics: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-RYWD5wI6B9k.html Of those priced at less than $1000, I like the Audio Technica and the Oktava best. Best wishes!

@hangle1937 8 лет назад

clearly review. liked - subbed.

@Photoeye65 4 года назад

Thank you, Curtis. Great info! Ordered the mic with boom and the Zoom F6. I never liked for camera audio....... Sunscribed

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Happy recording!

@alacastersoi8265 7 лет назад

thanks for the amazing video.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

You're welcome!

@silverocksgraphixstudio1897 4 года назад

Thanx watching from Zambia

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thank you for watching and stay well!

@BLEKSIDE 7 лет назад

Very good video. Helped me with my decision :)

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Glad it helped!

@yosephmarvin 7 лет назад

hi, I just bought a brand new RODE NTG 4. I wanted to try out my new microphone by using my audio interface, steinberg ci2+, which feed the mic with phantom power. and for the result, i got no signal at all!! even the mic didn't turn on at all. i called the seller and he told me that it will only turn on if i connect the mic to a camcorder. is it true? or is it an issue from the mic itself? (have tried my phantom for another condenser and it worked!!)

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi Marvin, It is NOT TRUE that the NTG4 only works with camcorders. I would contact RODE for help. Best wishes!

@yosephmarvin 7 лет назад

Curtis Judd Thankyou Curtis for your reply.. I am returning the mic to the seller today. Hope just for the best..

@davidzevharris 2 года назад

Thank you!

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

👍

@BaraaZarzour 8 лет назад

Thank you so much

@kalamfelsameem 8 лет назад

Is there a big difference between the NTG4 and the NTG3?

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

+‫محمد الناظر‬‎ Yes, three major things: Price, Sensitivity, and RF rejection. The NTG3 is better in terms of sensitivity and RF rejection though it costs quite a bit more. It also sounds a little different, with more bass pickup than the NTG4.

@kalamfelsameem 8 лет назад

+Curtis Judd thanks a lot for the quick reply 😊

@johnpaulporrelli6208 5 лет назад

Curtis Judd what is rf rejection?

@LearnLightAndSoundSessions 3 года назад

@@johnpaulporrelli6208 It means that it is less likely to pick up interference from wireless devices.

@PhilSmy 9 лет назад

Great job... I was pretty convinced before but now definitely I think I'll get one. My real dilemma is tascam 60d or 70d! Thanks for the great (as always) work!

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Thanks. Info that may help on your recorder decision: the guys at the Tascam booth at NAB confirmed that the DR70D has the same preamps as the DR60DmkII. So the question comes down to how many inputs you need and which form factor you prefer. If I were buying today, I'd go 70D.

@PhilSmy 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd Aha! That is good to know. I figure, what the hell, for the extra $50 (which is what it is here in Japan) I'll go for the 70D. Ordering!

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Phil Smy Great, let us know what you think after you've had a chance to put it through its paces!

@ianskennerton197 6 лет назад

Have used Rode NTG-2 and NTG-3 for outdoors MG shoots and auto rifles. The NTG-3 was super recording AFV (tank) engines and track noise at 20-30 metres but we found the NTG-2 better indoors where bare walls, ceiling and lino floors produced more reverb. Love them both (with Tascam DR-100 Mk II and new DR-70D). Anxious to try the NTG4+ to see if it's even better! BTW our Full On - Full Auto DVDs are available from my website.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

+Ian Skennerton I actually prefer the NTG2 and NTG3. I find I don’t use the NTG4+ given my other options.

@johananGR 3 года назад

Thanks!

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

👍

@SoundSpeeds 2 года назад

This video was recommended to me so I said "Why Not" and decided to watch it. You still had it back then dude. Another great video Curtis.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

Wow! That's an oldie. Thanks for coming by!

@WONFILM 2 года назад

Wow thank u!

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

You're welcome!

@neckbreakerb 9 лет назад

Great review Curtis! I have the NTG-3, and you're right, it's really "boomy." It sounds great, but I don't think I've ever used it on a project in which I didn't have to roll off the lows.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Joe Baker Thanks Joe. I have to confess that when I first started working with the NTG4+, I felt like it was not "rich" enough on the low end. But I think that is because I was so used to the NTG2.

@angleofattack 6 лет назад

Can you tell me more about the input impedance on the pre-amp being 10x that output of the mic? Or direct me to more info? Much thanks.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Yes, there's this article over at Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impedance_bridging

@_Forever555 9 лет назад

Thanks for the review.. I have the NTG2 and was wondering how to make the audio sound fuller.. for example if I am using a NTG4+ and NTG2 and I want to match the sound. Possible? What kind of settings do I need to input for EQ?

@stevendelopoulos 8 лет назад

I just purchased the Zoom H5 , the pre amps seem to be much better then the H4n. I do do hope the NTG3 or 2 will be compatible with the H5. I know you said you have a video coming on the H6 (wich is the same pre amps as the H5 ) Would love to get a heads up from you before purchasing any shotgun mic from Rode . Thanks again Curtis, great work as always .

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

+Steven Delopoulos Yes, here's my written review along with some audio samples of the H6. I would say that the H6 works great with the NTG2 and NTG3. learnlightandsound.com/2015/06/29/zoom-h6-my-impressions-after-4-weeks/ Best wishes!

@stevendelopoulos 8 лет назад

Thank you sir !!

@betomena1 6 лет назад

All your sound production videos are stellar. Thanks for the great job. I am a visually inclined filmmaker and learning about audio production can feel overwhelming, your videos really take the intimidation factor out and inspire. Where you recording in a sound treated room with the NTG4+ for this video? And if so, could you please share what you did? I ask because it sounds great and I just bought one but I also just learned that dialogue boom mics are used to record indoors instead of shotgun mics like the NTG4+. The first time I recorded with the NTG4+ with a used H4N recorder I got a very low volume, high-pitched frequency background noise that I have not been able to replicate again but have had that issue arise every once in a while with different shotgun mics. Do you think that background noise is caused by the sound reflections hitting the NTG4+?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi betomena1, This was recorded in my unfinished basement where I have concrete floors and no finished walls (concrete, wood frame, etc.) Is the high-pitched background noise continuous or does it sound more like RF interference from a phone or wifi?

@pr-modulevladimir2747 2 года назад

To properly connect to the 3.5 minijack, you need to close the left and right channels of the minijack to the XLR channel 2, and close the XLR channels 1 and 3 to the ground. The noise will decrease and the signal strength will increase. And you will be happy.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

Thanks Vladimir.

@peshrawable 9 лет назад

thanks

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Peshraw Sartip Thank you!

@circleofattention6021 4 года назад

Superb review. If I were RODE, I would send you free stuff FOR LIFE!!!

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks, Circle of Attention!

@JohnnyLarocque 8 лет назад

Great review. Can you talk about using the NTG4+ in a run and gun situation without a bulky Tascam? Is there an XLR solution that is cheap and small enough for this type of camera use?

@arceles 8 лет назад

zoom h5 or h6

@AnthonyVella 5 лет назад

Best review I've seen! I have been using the RODE Video Mic Pro and want to step up my audio game as I continue to work with my new channel. Will this mic out perform the Video Mic Pro in both outdoor and indoor situations? Also, If I am capturing the audio file into the Zoom H6, can the quality be "professional" (given the right settings and conditions) to drop strait onto the timeline of my video project? Thank you Curtis!!!

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Hmm, at a general level, I'm not sure that the NTG4 sounds better than the VMP. It's polar pattern is a little more focused, but it has a bit of a mid-range focused sound that isn't my favorite at this price. The NTG4 is better suited for booming so if you've been using the VMP on top of your camera, then you will hear a substantial improvement. Just want to make sure you are not disappointed. :-D

@AnthonyVella 5 лет назад

Thank you Curtis!

@elizbethtinuoye7243 4 года назад

You are awesome

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks, you are too!

@muhammadandiputra5469 8 лет назад

such test. much wow

@muhammadandiputra5469 8 лет назад

+C'thulhu 47 i wish i could buy NTG4+ this year

@geniusur7007 5 лет назад

Interesting mic..

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

👍

@AnaCorrie 7 лет назад

Hi Curtis, I am working on a short film, and we are using the ntg4+ and the tascam DR-60DmkII, so last week we did some test sounds in one of our external locations, and I found that the sound coming from the recording was not as loud as I wanted, even when I increase the sound level from the tascam all the way up i was still getting pretty low sound. Do you have any ideas why this may be? I was using the blimp with the mic, could that affect the recording of the sound in a way? I would like to get a more strong strong signal when recording.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi Ana, are you recording dialogue or sound effects? I found that when booming this mic about 40cm from the person talking, I set the gain level to Medium and then adjusted the fader until the peaks hit about -12dB. Then in post I loudness normalized the audio to make it clean and clear. (I'll cover how to do the loudness normalizing on the sound for video session this week). The blimp should not reduce the overall output level of the mic a great deal. You had phantom power turned on in the mic, I assume.

@AnaCorrie 7 лет назад

Thank you so much for this. I really appreciate it. I am recording dialogue. Yes I had the phantom power on in the mic. Now thinking about it, I think I could have accidentally activated the 10db pad in the mic when I turned it on. Maybe that's why I got such a weak signal. I'll try another test today and see if that was the case. Thank you again!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

That would make sense. Let us know how the test pans out!

@photoalexiou 9 лет назад

Hi from Greece..I like your video and push me to by this mic for my camcorder..nice quality of sound and nice built..The only thing i wanted is the wind shield not cover the buttons.I shoot in a lot of different sound conditions (weddings) and i would like to shange the settings or see with what filter i shoot..

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Γιώργος Αλεξίου That is a good point. I have been using the windscreen such that it does not cover the buttons so that I can see them. That doesn't appear to affect the sound it captures.

@photoalexiou 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd If i do not push it at the end to reach the buttons i see the widshield on my screen.I have a wideangle camcorder ...I am thinking to cut it a litle bit,so at least to be seen the -10db button

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Γιώργος Αλεξίου That's a good idea!

@animusvisual 7 лет назад

Hey Curtis, awesome review. Was wondering how do you light these videos? they look very professional and clean. Thanks!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hey Thanks! Yes, here's a playlist of my lighting tutorials and reviews: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x3o2e5efn00.html

@animusvisual 7 лет назад

Definitely a lot of info, is is safe to say you are using the aputure cob120t as a key through a scrim? reflector on opposite side? This video as an example. I was under the impression the cob120 was tungsten, is it just white balanced to look white? Thanks again!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Actually, this one was shot before the COB 120t was invented. In this piece, I used an old Tungsten softbox as well as tungsten lights on the back drop and as a rim light. It all looks white because I set the white balance to tungsten. The same can be accomplished with the 120t and in fact, that is what I now use most of the time for the new episodes. And yes, you have all the other details right - key light camera left, reflector camera right, background light behind me aimed at the paper backdrop, and a hair or rim light camera right. Good eye!

@animusvisual 7 лет назад

Curtis Judd thanks for the help man, keep it up. subscribed!

@7SidedDie 6 лет назад

Hello Curtis, Another great and helpful video! I need some microphone advise. This is kind of a repeat of my question regarding the RODE NT5....I am running an amateur round table stream. My audio rots. (I am currently using a condenser lavalier microphone to mic the moderator and a conference microphone to mic everyone else {the lavalier does not sound too bad - to me.] I am mixing in OBS Studio on a dedicated PC.) I want to upgrade the setup but I am on a budget with this hobby. I need too mic six people in two clusters of three around the 6-foot round table. Each cluster of three people will horizontally span approximately five to six-feet from person on the right to person on the left. There will be about 1-1/2 to 2-feet in between each cluster of three people. Each cluster will about 7-feet from the upright of a microphone stand, and I may be able to boom the microphone in I bit closer in a bit closer. Might two of these RODE NTG4 serve my purpose to mic each cluster of three people? (If yes I would probably run these through a Yamaha MG10XU or two Shure X2U XLR-to-USB Signal Adapters.) If not, what might you recommend? Any thought you might provide would be beneficial.(As I said before, I really can't set up seven lavaliers or six shotgun microphones.)I look forward to hearing from you. Tom

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

I would not use shotgun microphones for this scenario. Full answer on the other video comment...

@marketer70 2 года назад

I would love to see how you setup the Rode NTG 4+ in the Rodecaster Pro-- for those of us not as techy? I don't think that RODE has put any kind of pre-set options in the RCP for this mic in their family, like they have done with their other RODE mics? Thanks for any guidance on that! Thanks for the video; I'm working in a studio with the RCP.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

Hi Mark, I don't have the NTG4+ anymore, I gave it away. But the general idea is to set the RCP to condenser microphone, turn on phantom power, and then set the gain until the meters top out at around -6 to -12dB when talking.

@marcelomoyano6918 4 года назад

Hey Curtis, thanks for this video. Do you have a tutorial on equalization to get that “base” sound we like to have you mention in this video? And also, which mic should have that right off the bat? Thank you!

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

The RODE NTG3 produces more bass response but is a fair bit more expensive. You can hear it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bv1xUShuUY0.html I don't recommend adding a lot of bass with EQ. But you can and if you do, I'd add it around 130Hz and avoid the 300Hz range.

@klengfilmen 4 года назад

Hey Curtis, Great video with good tips! I am using the NTG4+, windscreen WS6, with the DR-60 and Zoom H2n (for light weight when needed). However I have always had problems with wind noise and recently made systematic test using a ventilator. The result was that the Sennheiser ME66 with WS6, or the Rode lavalier with its flurry or the Zoom H2n with a windshield are all without noise, but the NTG4+ (with WS6 or Softie from Rycote) is definitely with wind noise at the same wind speed (about Beaufort scale 4). I compared with a brand new NTG4+ in a shop with the same result! That is a pity and I don't understand why. I have recordings, may be I publish them on my channel. Any experience from you?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks klengfilmen, Thanks for the details. I have to confess that I gave up using the NTG4+. I didn't like the sound of it relative to other microphones in the same price range. However, on the few times I did use it outdoors in a breeze, I use a blimp style cover without any issues but the breeze was pretty light as I recall. I didn't experience any issues in that particular case. But it looks like your tests are worth publishing. Best wishes!

@JethroWestraad 4 года назад

Hey Curtis! Great review! Would you still recommend this mic, say for a run and gun documentary shoot (mounted onto a GH5 with the DMW-XLR1 adaptor)? Will I still need a zoom for general ambient sound? Thanks :)

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi Jethro, It isn't my favorite at this point. I'd rather prefer the DEITY S-Mic 2 in this same price range: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x4tPO0G8b2Y.html and if you want a shorter, but less directional version, there is also a DEITY S-Mic 2S: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-n2dbpwbAP4M.html But if you wanted to keep things even lighter and easier, I'd skip the XLR1 and use something like the DEITY D3 Pro: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-W9Sde3ey2kc.html or the RODE VideoMic Pro+: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gcMVSzVt-LI.html

@Chen-sAuto 3 года назад

nice review, you are a professional in this field! small question, do you know if Rode NTG4+ could transmit a signal only using XLR to USB without using phantom power? so we could record directly to the computer, thank you

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Hi Chen, yes, if you have an XLR to USB audio preamplifier and converter, the microphone can provide its own power. However, be warned that many XLR to USB adapters do not have good quality preamplifiers so you’ll want to choose carefully.

@Chen-sAuto 3 года назад

@@curtisjudd really appreciated for your advise

@ranjanajaiswal5982 6 лет назад

Please do a comparison with the videomic pro plus ! Just confused between those two mics. P.S.- you're a great reviewer

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Ranjana. Here’s the simple comparison: does your camera have an XLR or 3.5mm mic input? If 3.5mm, the VMP is probably a better choice.

@ranjanajaiswal5982 6 лет назад

Curtis Judd I'll be connecting it to a zoom h1, so the rode vmp+ will be suitable for me. I'll assume that in terms of sound quality, they are kind of same. Thanks !!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

They are very similar in terms of audio quality. I prefer the sound of the VideoMic Pro+

@ranjanajaiswal5982 6 лет назад

Curtis Judd so the rode videomic pro plus is sure good for me. Thanks

@przybylskipawel 5 лет назад

Nice review. What do you think about Rode NTG3? Have you used it? Planning a review.

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

The NTG3 is substantially better than the NTG4 in almost every way - better sound, hotter output signal, better performance in humidity, and immunity to RF interference.

@martinhvideos 9 лет назад

Hi Curtis! Great review as always. How does the NTG4+ compare to the NT5 i terms of audio quality?

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Martin Hermansen I prefer the NTG4+ for most voices. The NT5, especially with its stock capsule, sounds a little brittle for most voices. It isn't bad, especially in light of the fact that it is really designed as an instrument mic, but not as flattering on voice in my opinion. But there may be a lot of people that disagree with me on that. :)

@martinhvideos 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd Okay, thanks Curtis! I am wondering what will happen if i plug a NTG 3 which has an Output Impedance of 25Ω into a Tascam dr60d?

@SuperCarMania 7 лет назад

Thanks again for you advice! You wouldn't believe how much help you've provided with my gear! Just wondering, would you recommend a Sennheiser MKE600 or the RODE NTG4+ with the Tascam DR-60DmkII?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks! I'd go with the Sennheiser MKE600: amzn.to/2usH1Fu Good luck!

@sam24bit 3 года назад

@@curtisjudd your reviews are great..please do a review of mke 600.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

@@sam24bit It is on my list. Thanks!

@ALTEREALITY 8 лет назад

Hello Curtis, what would say about acoustic panels? Do you use them? I got a zoom h4n and ntg2 combo and I'm considering using acoustic panels for indoor scenes in my cine videos.

@curtisjudd 8 лет назад

+ALTEREALITY they're very useful for managing reverb. I generally use sound blankets on set and I use broadband/bass traps in my editing room.

@justins5195 5 лет назад

great review, i'm considering choosing this over the sennheiser mkh418. Do you think this mic can be used for recording singing live vocals and instruments over a tube condenser mic like those being used at the npr tiny desk? thanks.

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Hey Justin, You might like to take a look at this much more recent video which compares this mic to a couple of others: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x4tPO0G8b2Y.html

@lakemasterex7582 5 лет назад

hey Curtis! great review, just wondering if this mic works fine with the zoom h5?

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Yes, but this review is pretty old. For a similar price, I prefer the Deity S-Mic 2: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x4tPO0G8b2Y.html

@raphaelsmith3498 9 лет назад

Hello Curtis have enjoyed your video and learned much looking at setting up your "Apple White" in my garage for info videos. I have Nikon D-750 which I will be using what Mic would you recommend in that configuration? NTG4+ looks good but going to 3.5mm connection on the camera concerns me, and if go that route thinking I should boom it overhead?

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Raphael Smith Yes, shotgun mics sound best when boomed overhead within about 40 - 60 cm of the talent. I record the audio separately to a Tascam DR-60DmkII which works well for me. You could also run the audio out of the Tascam into the D750 which would get you the better quality pre-amps of the Tascam but then you wouldn't have to sync the audio to the video in post. Here's my review of the Tascam if that is of interest to you: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TRoIMPHS91U.html

@ourpeacefulfamily 4 года назад

Curtis, thank you for making this informative video. I just subscribed and will watch some of your other videos. Which setting on the NTG4+ will you recommend for recording two people talking in a room without getting white noise? We record with a boom pole into a Zoom 4HN recorder, using the -10db but it gives us a lot of white noise. Thank you.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

I would turn off the -10dB setting. Also get the mic as close to you as possible, ideally within 12 to 18 inches. Shotgun mics are difficult to use to mic 2 people unless you’re sitting super close because the mic is so directional.

@ourpeacefulfamily 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd Thank you for your reply. Should we use the high frequency or high pass setting? Or no settings at all?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@ourpeacefulfamily I'd start without it and see where you get. I assume the "white noise" is sound which is actually in the room. The best way to cut that is to get the mic closer and eliminate as much of the room noise as possible. Turn off any fans or other electronics not needed. Same for HVAC if possible. Cover hard surfaces (walls, floors) with blankets. Hopefully that helps!

@ourpeacefulfamily 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd Thank you! I did that, and it works great. Have a wonderful day. Many thanks!

@jefferysaddoris 9 лет назад

Terrific overview/review, Curtis. I'm putting together a mobile audio interview kit (me and one guest) and am trying to decide between something like the NTG4+ and maybe the NT3 (non-G). I'm using the Zoom H5 as the base, so phantom power isn't a problem. Most interviews will take place indoors, with the occasional outdoor/cafe type setting. Thoughts?

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Jeffery Saddoris I've been quite happy using cardioid and hypercardioid mics for indoor dialogue over shotgun mics. I haven't used the NT3 personally but there are others out there using them for this type of recording and most reviews seem to indicate that this is a very versatile mic (having the 3/4" diaphragm).

@jefferysaddoris 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd With all of the other pieces of kit I'm buying, I'd like to stay in the sub $300 range for the mic if the quality is there. The NTG4+ is a bit beyond that, but it does look like a terrific option that will have some longevity.

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Jeffery Saddoris If the majority of interviews will be indoors, I'd stay away from shotgun mics, particularly for rooms with a lot of reverb. Shotgun mics have a different pickup pattern for bass vs treble frequencies and start doing odd phasing things in these types of rooms. Note the customer reviews at B&H for the NT3 where a number of them are from people doing the same thing you're looking at: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/233750-REG/Rode_NT3_NT3_Microphone.html/BI/19904/KBID/12941/kw/RONT3/DFF/d10-v2-t1-xRONT3

@jefferysaddoris 9 лет назад

Curtis Judd Yep. I was just looking at this. Seems like a solid choice. Thank you for taking the time to respond.

@petrolpoodle6617 Год назад

Hey Curtis, I'm a huge longtime fan of the channel and not expecting you to see this - but on the off chance that you do, could you help clear up where and when you think this mic suits best? I do corporate interviews boomed overhead (usually one person at a time, for multiple I use Lavs) - all have been indoors so far but they're often in a decent sized room. Is this NTG4+ suited? I've just sold an Audio Technica AT875R to fund this NTG4+ thinking the longer mic would be better for rejecting background noise but now I'm wondering if it's too long for my typical use case? What would you recommend I do/use this mic for?

@curtisjudd Год назад

The NTG4 is actually not especially directional relative to other similarly sized shotgun mics in 2022 and definitely would NOT be my first choice. I’d opt for the NTG5, NTG3, Sennheiser MKE600, or Deity S-Mic 2 instead.

@petrolpoodle6617 Год назад

@@curtisjudd thank you so SO much for replying! As a RU-vid channel with 3k subs myself I can find it takes me a while to reply, so I hugely appreciate a reply at all! Thank you, Curtis 😁

@kristoffervandviktrstad2702 9 лет назад

Hey Curtis Judd when you tested the mic straight into the the camera; did you do some other things than audio normalization? I heard a little bit of noise, but i guess it might be possible to remove most of it in adobe audition, have you done some test's on that? I have the ntg-3, but i have been looking into a on camera michrophone (3,5mm without phantom) what's my best bet: the rode ntg4+ or the videomic pro?

@curtisjudd 9 лет назад

Kristoffer Vandvik Tørstad I did not do any noise reduction for the on-camera clip because I wanted to show what you might expect straight out of the camera. Part of the noise is the GH4 audio pre-amp which isn't great. There's also all the room ambience, which you get more of when you put the microphone farther than 60cm from the talent. I haven't used the Videomic Pro personally, but in others' tests, it sounds quite good to my ears, at least when the tester places the mic within 60cm of the person speaking. But if you have the budget, the NTG4+ would let you work with it on camera and boomed.

@CDPareja9 4 года назад

I hear system noise of sorts when you turn on the High-pass filter (at 2:56)...can you confirm? Is this introduced because of the onboard circuitry or not? Thank you!! Great video, by the way.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Confirmed. I suspect it was the freezer in my basement "studio". Apologies I missed that. ONE NOTE: This is not my first recommendation for shotgun microphones in 2020. You might prefer to watch this more recent overview of various boom microphones: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-q7rfwCFjBDg.html

@ctsdgl143 7 лет назад

Hi curtis, thnx for the review but u forgot to mention about the built in battery life, how long it will work? And if we don't charge battery for some month or some year does battery goes to drain or is there available an extra battery ? Thank you!!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+love you 50 hours. The battery is built-in, not user replaceable, just recharge via USB. Mine still had charge after 4 months of non use. I don't have any specific tests beyond that.