With the Rode NTG2 shotgun microphone, you can record high-quality audio both indoors and outdoors for your upcoming independent film, television show, or documentary. The NTG2 provides a flexible, affordable option for recording clear dialogue and sound effects because of its low handling noise, capacity to withstand loud sound sources before distortion, and support for battery or phantom power. Features for Documentaries, TV Shows, and Independent Films Phantom or AA Battery Powered Chooseable 80 Hz Filter with Low Cut Minimal Handling Noise Highest SPL Prior to Distortion A Small Increase in Presence Windscreen Cuts Down on Wind Noise Details of the Lightweight Metal Housing Sound Field Mono Microphone Form Factor Stand/Boom Mount Line Gradient Operating Principle Polar Pattern of Capsule Condenser Diaphragm 12.70 mm Circuitry for Supercardioid Orientation End Address Solid-State (JFET) No Pad The High-Pass Filter 12 dB/Octave, 80 Hz