Shure VP83F Flash Microphone

Overview
The VP83F LensHopper offers exceptional audio performance with integrated flash recording capabilities. It has a high sensitivity and low self-noise, along with a highly directional supercardioid/lobar polar pattern for natural audio reproduction. The microphone also has superior RF immunity and an easily accessible MicroSD card slot for quick access.

Additionally, the VP83F has an intuitive menu and controls, including a back-lit LCD screen and a five-position joystick for advanced user controls. It also has a durable and lightweight design, with an integrated Rycote Lyre shock mounting system for robust isolation from vibration and mechanical noise. With its full low-end response and professional results, the VP83F is the perfect choice for DSLR cameras and HD camcorders.

Summary
Battery Mount / Type: AA
Connectivity: 3.5mm Jack
Direction: Super-Cardoid
Included in box
1x Shure, VP83F FLASH Microphone
2x AA Alkaline Batteries
1x Detachable 3.5 mm gold-plated audio connector output cable
1x Standard size shoe mount with a 1/4″ threaded base for on-camera use or easy mounting on a stand

About the Shure VP83F Flash Microphone
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.

Type Electret Condenser
Frequency Response 50 to 20,000 Hz
Recording Format WAV, 24-bit, 48 kHz Sampling Rate
Polar Pattern Supercardioid/lobar
Camera Output Impedance 47 Ω
Headphone Output Impedance 5 Ω
Sensitivity open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical
0 dB Gain: -35.8 dBV/Pa[1] (16.2 mV)
+30 dB Gain: -5.8 dBV/Pa[1] (512.9 mV)
Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD 129 dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio[3]0 dB Gain Setting, 1 kHz at 1% THD 1000 (ohm symbol) load 78 dB
Self Noise equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical +30 dB Gain Setting 15.6 dB SPL-A
Operating Temperature Range -18°C (0°F) to 60°C (145°F)
Storage Temperature Range -29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
Operating Relative Humidity 0 to 95%
Housing Cast aluminum
Power Requirements 2 AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH, Rechargeable Li-Ion)
Camera Connector Type 3.5 mm (1/8”) dual mono, unbalanced
Headphone Connector Type 3.5 mm (1/8”) dual mono
Battery Life 10 hours (record mode) from 2 AA alkaline batteries
Net Weight 215 g (7.6 oz)

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

Detailed high-definition audio with full low-end response
Supercardioid/lobar polar pattern rejects unwanted off-axis audio
Integrated digital flash recording (MicroSDHC, up to 32 GB)
Uncompressed WAV file capture at 24-bit/48 kHz sampling rate
Dedicated headphone audio output for real-time headphone monitoring
Fully adjustable user gain (up to 60 dB in 1 dB incremenets)
Intuitive menu and controls
Integrated Lyre® shock mounting system
10 hours of battery life (while in record mode) from 2 AA alkaline batteries (included)
Standard size shoe mount with ¼” threaded base
Durable all-metal construction with superior RF immunity