Shure VP83F LensHopper Shotgun Microphone with Integrated Flash Recorder

Shure VP83F LensHopper Shotgun Microphone with Integrated Flash Recorder

With its rugged build, true-to-life audio quality, and intuitive design, the VP83F LensHopper™ delivers the perfect blend of form and function. For use with DSLR cameras and HD camcorders, it offers digital flash recording / playback (MicroSDHC) capabilities that enable WAV file capture at 24-bit / 48 kHz sampling rate.

This compact shotgun microphone features detailed, high-definition audio with full low-end response for professional results every time. The intuitive menu and one-button recording function make it fast and easy to use in almost any environment.

• Exceptional Audio Performance with Integrated Flash Recording

  • Integrated digital flash recording (MicroSDHC, up to 32 GB) for WAV file capture at 24-bit / 48 kHz sampling rate
  • Dedicated headphone audio output for real-time headphone monitoring
  • High sensitivity and low self-noise with wide frequency range for natural audio reproduction
  • Highly directional supercardioid / lobar polar pattern that rejects unwanted off-axis audio while clearly capturing the intended sound source
  • Superior RF immunity that avoids unwanted audio artifacts from cellular and RF devices
  • Easily accessible MicroSD card slot that allows quick “pop-out” card access

  
  Intuitive Menu and Controls

  • Easy-to-read, back-lit LCD screen that displays audio and battery metering, track information, headphone volume, mic gain, low-cut filter, and remaining recording time
  • Five-position joystick that provides advanced user controls for headphone monitoring, low-cut filter and mic gain adjustments, track management, and playback support
  • One-touch record button that facilitates fast audio capture and allows for pausing and stopping
  • Adjustable user gain (up to 60 dB in 1 dB increments) for fine-tuning audio

  
  Durable and Lightweight

  • Integrated Rycote® Lyre® shock mounting system that provides robust isolation from vibration and mechanical noise (exclusively developed with Rycote for the VP83F)
  • Durable, all-metal construction that meets legendary Shure quality standards in a lightweight design
     

Cartridge Type Electret condenser

Frequency Response 50 Hz to 20 kHz

Recording Format 24-bit / 48 kHz WAV files

Polar Pattern Supercardioid / lobar

Output Impedance
Camera Output: 47 Ω
Headphone Output: 5 Ω

Sensitivity
Open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical:
0 dB gain selection: -35.8 dBV/Pa (16.2 mV)
+30 dB gain selection: -5.8 dBV/Pa (512.9 mV)

Maximum SPL
0 dB gain selection, 1 kHz at 1% THD, 1000Ω load:
129 dB SPL

Signal to Noise Ratio
+30 dB gain selection:
78 dB

Self Noise
Equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical, +30 dB gain selection:
15.6 dB SPL-A

Operating Temperature 0 to 145F (-18 to 60C)

Storage Temperature -20 to 165F (-29 to 74C)

Relative Humidity 0 to 95%

Audio Connector Detachable cable with 1/8" (3.5 mm) TRS connector
dual mono, unbalanced

Output
Camera Connector: 1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) dual mono unbalanced
Headphone Connector: 1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) dual mono

Shock Protection Integrated Rycote Lyre

Mounting Compatibility
Standard camera shoe mount
1/4" threaded base

Battery Requirements 2 x AA battery (alkaline, NiMH, rechargeable Li-Ion)

Battery Life 10 hours (record mode)

Housing Cast aluminum

Weight 7.6 oz (215 g)