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Perfect for use with smaller, high-end camcorder, the Azden SMX-10 compact shotgun microphone records in stereo and is powered by a single AAA battery that provides up to 400 hours of continuous use. This dual uni-directional, electret-condensor mic measures 7 inches long with a 0.7-inch diameter, and it weighs just 1.83 ounces (without battery).
It includes a permanently attached coiled cable coming out the back that plugs into 1/8-inch (3.5mm) jacks. Other features include a foam windscreen, lo-cut switch to minimize rumble and wind noise, and camera hot-shoe mount.
Specifications
- Type: Stereo electret condenser
- Frequency response: 100-18,000Hz
- Sensitivity: -40dB @1kHz (1V/Pa)
- Output impedance: 1.5 k ohm @ 1kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 60dB (1kHz @ 1Pa)
- Dynamic range: 66dB
- Power supply: 1.5V DC; AAA size battery (not included)
- Max. SPL: 100dB
- Battery current drain: 0.5mA
- Battery life: 400 hours with Alkaline battery
- Weight w/o battery: 1.83 ounces
- Dimensions: 7-inch length, 0.7-inch diameter
- Output cable: Permanently attached with 3.5mm plug
What's in the Box
SMX-10 microphone (with attached cable), hot-shoe mic holder, foam windscreen
Product Description
Now you can record in stereo directly with Azden's SMX-10. The 177 mm long, dual uni-directional, electret-condensor mic is powered by a single "AAA" battery (not included) and features a built-in cable with a 3.5 mm stereo mini-plug. Comes with a windscreen and camera hot-shoe mount.
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95 of 96 people found the following review helpful
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I've had the mic for two weeks now and I'm using it w/a Canon HV30 and a NRG 59111 bracket. In quiet shooting situations, the mic will pick up a lot of motor noise if mounted directly to the camera; this is normal. The bracket suspends the mic about 5" above the camera and motor noise pickup is eliminated. The supplied windscreen does a pretty good job. I would prefer if there was a "power on" LED to serve as a reminder to shut the mic off but that would just draw power too. I understand the rationale behind not having one, but want one anyway. The mic cord is NOT detachable as shown in the picture. Maybe newer versions are, but the one I received does not detach. The shockmount is not that great. The upper/lower parts of the mount are connected by hard rubber squares. So, it's not really "shock mounted" but more of a "dampened mounted." Some handling noise/tapping the camera will be picked up by the mic. This is due to the "not really a shockmount" shockmount.
That said, I'm very happy with it. Note: This is not a shotgun mic, so don't expect to pickup conversation-level sound from 30 feet away. This mic is a true stereo mic and outputs two distinct L/R channel. This mic beats the pants off the stock in-camera mics in every way. There is much more clarity as compared to the stock mic. The best way to describe it is that with the stock mics, all the sounds are "mixed together and indistinct." Whereas with the SMX-10 each sound "stands out from all the others." Frequency response is also better with the SMX-10; I find there is a lot more high-end frequency information in recordings made with it vs. stock.
The mic is very light, not too long (doesn't hang over the front of the camera) and the cord is of the coiled variety so it doesn't hang all over the place. It's designed very well. Body is all-aluminum and very solid feeling. Switches are recessed into the body of the mic, so it would be very difficult to accidently slide them one way or the other. There really isn't anything else in it's price range that is better. Another option/very popular video mic is the Rode Stereo Videomic, but it is literally 2x the price and twice the size. I took a chance with the SMX-10 and am very happy with my purchase.
That said, I'm very happy with it. Note: This is not a shotgun mic, so don't expect to pickup conversation-level sound from 30 feet away. This mic is a true stereo mic and outputs two distinct L/R channel. This mic beats the pants off the stock in-camera mics in every way. There is much more clarity as compared to the stock mic. The best way to describe it is that with the stock mics, all the sounds are "mixed together and indistinct." Whereas with the SMX-10 each sound "stands out from all the others." Frequency response is also better with the SMX-10; I find there is a lot more high-end frequency information in recordings made with it vs. stock.
The mic is very light, not too long (doesn't hang over the front of the camera) and the cord is of the coiled variety so it doesn't hang all over the place. It's designed very well. Body is all-aluminum and very solid feeling. Switches are recessed into the body of the mic, so it would be very difficult to accidently slide them one way or the other. There really isn't anything else in it's price range that is better. Another option/very popular video mic is the Rode Stereo Videomic, but it is literally 2x the price and twice the size. I took a chance with the SMX-10 and am very happy with my purchase.
28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
This has been a really nice addition to my Canon HV20 camcorder. I like it because it provides far superior sound than the built in mic on the HV20 and it is not too bulky. I can leave it attached to my camcorder and still fit the entire rig in a relatively small camera bag (Tamrac Velocity 7x). I did not rate it a 5 because of the shockmount that it comes with is not the greatest. I substituted the Rode SM3 shockmount, which works much better. I highly recommend this combination. It has added a new dimension to my videos and my rig still remains highly portable.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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This mic was purchased to be used in a classroom environment with teenage kids, so I didn't want to spend a lot of money. The mic seems well constructed and sturdy. The sound recorded with it is ok. It is better than the sound off the camera mic, and doesn't pick up near as much motor noise and handling noise as the camera mic did. The one negative to the mic is the lack of a power indicator. I think a simple LED would remind people to turn the mic off after use. Other than that, this is a decent mic, and good bang for the buck.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Video Review
This Mic is good if you're looking for a covenant way to getting better clearer audio. At this price point there aren't many that are better than this mic. Read more
Published 4 days ago by SnarlyCookie
OK overall but not good for music
If all you will be shooting is spoken word or just need stereo ambience then get this mic. It is light, relatively short so it doesn't look comical on a small cam and has very nice... Read more
Published 15 days ago by J. Mccauley
I'm just not sure
Azden High-performance (SMX-10) Stereo Condenser Microphone
I purchased this microphone to go on a video rig I'm building around a Kodak Zi8 pocket camcorder. Read more
I purchased this microphone to go on a video rig I'm building around a Kodak Zi8 pocket camcorder. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Steven Riley
No.
To start off, I am using a Canon Rebel T3i, (EOS 600D) and I have compared audio samples from both the SMX-10 and the internal stereo microphones nearly side by side (I alternated... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jarodee
Nice Microphone
Nicely constructed, good quality materials. If it had an indicator light I'd give it five stars. I especially like the mounting bracket and the cable length.
Published 1 month ago by MSS
Nice Mic but...
It could use a power on light.. otherwise it works great..has good sound quality and rejects camera noise well...comes with a hot shoe mount for attachment.
Published 3 months ago by Reviewer
Great Purchase
I highly suggest this for any indie film maker, like myself. I have had this mic for about a year now and I am very impressed with the quality. Read more
Published 4 months ago by lightning productions
Terrible
I bought this cheap mic thinking it may be better than the onboard mic for a dSLR T2i. It wasn't. Do not buy this product unless you want to waste money. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Samuel
Worse than built-in mic
I bought this mic to use with my Rebel t3i and it is worse than the internal mic in the camera when shooting in a quiet room. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Greyson Horst
Excellent
Functions exactly as described. Came on time and the packaging was professionally done. I use this all the time for my video shoots! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Rain
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