Shure VP83F Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone: Capture Stunning Audio Everywhere
The Shure VP83F is a must-have for videographers and audio enthusiasts! This compact condenser shotgun microphone is perfect for recording high-quality audio with DSLR cameras, camcorders, or portable audio recorders.
• Superb Audio Quality: Enjoy professional-grade, natural audio reproduction with high sensitivity, low self-noise, wide frequency range, and a full low-end response.
• Integrated Flash Recording: For ultimate convenience, record directly to microSD cards (24-bit / 48 kHz, WAV file format). An 8 GB card can hold up to 15 hours of audio!
• Easy to Use: With a detachable coiled cable, backlit LCD display, five-position joystick, one-button recording, and headphone monitoring output, operation is a breeze.
The VP83F features a supercardioid/lobar polar pattern for excellent background noise rejection. It also has superior RF immunity, an integrated Rycote Lyre shock mounting system, and a foam windscreen. Plus, it offers 60 dB of audio gain adjustment, up to 10 hours of battery life from 2 AA alkaline batteries, and a durable yet lightweight all-metal construction.
Specifications:
- Type: Electret Condenser
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz - 20 kHz
- Recording Format: WAV, 24-bit, 48 kHz Sampling Rate
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid/lobar
- Camera Output Impedance: 47 Ohms
- Headphone Output Impedance: 5 Ohms
- Sensitivity (open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical):
- 0 dB Gain: -35.8 dBV/Pa (16.2 mV)
- +30 dB Gain: -5.8 dBV/Pa (512.9 mV)
- Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD): 129dB SPL
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (0 dB Gain Setting, 1 kHz at 1% THD 1000 Ohm load): 78dB
- Self Noise (equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical +30dB Gain Setting): 15.6dB SPL-A
- Operating Temperature Range: 0°F to 145°F (-18°C to 60°C)
- Storage Temperature Range: -20°F to 165°F (-29°C to 74°C)
- Operating Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
- Housing: Cast aluminum
- Power Requirements: 2 AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH, Rechargeable Li-Ion)
- Camera Connector Type: 1/8' (3.5 mm) dual mono, unbalanced
- Headphone Connector Type: 1/8' (3.5 mm) dual mono
- Battery Life: 10 hours (record mode) from 2 AA alkaline batteries
- Net Weight: 7.6 oz (215 g)













The Shure VP83F is a compact condenser shotgun microphone designed for videographers and audio enthusiasts. It's perfect for recording high-quality audio with DSLR cameras, camcorders, or portable audio recorders. It features a detachable coiled cable, backlit LCD display, and easy-to-use controls. The microphone delivers professional-quality audio with high sensitivity, low self-noise, and a wide frequency range. It also has an integrated flash recording function and a supercardioid/lobar polar pattern for effective background noise rejection. The VP83F is lightweight and durable, with a net weight of 7.6 oz (215 g). It operates on 2 AA batteries and offers up to 10 hours of battery life.