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The SMX-15 Powered Shotgun Video Microphone The SMX-15 Powered Shotgun Video Microphone was engineered to produce excellent sound quality for video recorded by DSLR and other compact cameras. The microphone element is the same used by Azden’s professional shotgun microphones, the SGM-250 an SGM-250P, and is capable of capturing broadcast quality sound. The acoustically tuned slots of the shotgun barrel give the SMX-15 it’s super-cardioid polar pattern which allows you to focus on sound in front of the camera, while reducing capture of extraneous noise from the rest of the environment.
Gain Control The audio controls on DSLR cameras are limited, if they exist at all. And DSLRs are notoriously known to have low-quality microphone preamps that add noise to the video soundtrack when the gain is turned up. That’s why Azden designed the SMX-15 with a +20dB gain booster; so you can get a strong, clean audio signal into your camera, minimizing the need to turn up the noisy preamp. Also included is a -10dB pad to protect against distortion when recording in loud environments such as live concerts and motorsport events.
Frequency Response The SMX-15 has a wide frequency response ranging from 40Hz to 20kHz, so the audio you capture will sound full and natural. Additionally, a low-cut filter switch is included for reducing the level of low frequencies below 120Hz, which is especially useful for mitigating noise caused by air conditioners, wind and traffic.
Power The SMX-15 is powered by two AA batteries; a lower cost option than the 9V battery that is used in some competitor microphones. The SMX-15 can achieve 24 hours of operation with a single set of batteries with absolutely no degradation of sound quality. The battery indicator LED light lets you know when it’s time to change batteries with up to a 1 hour warning. Maximize battery life by using the unique “Auto” power setting. When set to Auto, the SMX-15 can detect when a camera is on and will automatically power on and off with the camera (requires a mic input that provides plug-in power). Ever leave your microphone on by accident to discover that the batteries are dead the next time you try to use it? Eliminate that possibility by always leaving the SMX-15 in “Auto” mode.
Integrated Shock Absorbing Shoe Mount Integrated into the design of the SMX-15 is a custom made, shock absorbing shoe mount to isolate the microphone from camera motor and handling noise. The mount is designed to fit the standard camera shoe and comes with a ¼”-20 thread at the bottom for mounting to boom poles and other camera accessories.
The SMX-30 and SMX-15 were both engineered to produce excellent sound quality for video recorded by DSLR and other compact cameras. Both microphones feature the same high-quality microphone element used by Azden’s professional shotgun microphones (SGM-250 and SGM-250P) and are capable of capturing broadcast quality sound. The acoustically tuned slots of the shotgun barrel give the SMX-30 and SMX-15 their super-cardioid polar pattern which allows you to focus on sound in front of the camera, while reducing capture of extraneous noise from the surrounding environment. With the added stereo microphone, the SMX-30 is actually two microphones packaged into one, and can be switched between mono and stereo recording modes on the fly. In stereo mode, two cardioid mic elements angled apart by 120º are used to capture immersive and natural stereo sound. Additionally, both microphones come with gain controls. A +20dB boost is available to send strong audio levels to your camera, thereby reducing the level of noise produced by low-quality camera audio preamps. A -10dB pad is there as well to protect against distortion when recording sound in high sound pressure level environments. And as with most of our microphones, we include a low-cut filter switch to reduce low-frequency noise usually produced by air conditioners, traffic, wind, etc. A smart functioning “Auto” power mode and LED battery indicator light help to ensure you get the maximum battery life and are not caught unexpectedly with dead batteries. Last but not least, the SMX-30 and SMX-15 have a uniquely integrated shock absorbing mount that will effectively isolate the microphone from camera motor and handling noise. It includes a standard size shoe that fits most cameras and a ¼”-20 thread for mounting to boom-poles or other camera accessories. Azden stands behind the build quality of their products. That’s why Azden offers a 10 year limited warranty for both the SMX-30 and SMX-15 with online registration.
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