The charging case has a 3,000mAh capacity battery and takes about four hours to fully recharge when plugged into a laptop or 2 hours when plugged into a wall charger. I found it recharged faster when I used a fast charging device like Anker’s Nano II USB-C charger. It reached a full charge in about 2 hours when I did that. Also, my Chargeasap Flash Pro has a fast-charging option and charged the case fully within two hours, further stretching how long I could record audio while filming. Bravo on battery life, Movo, ya done good, kids. Bottom Line Filmmaking - In this video, we go over how to use the VXR10 in a talking head setup, as well as using it on a boom pole for on-the-go filmmaking.

One thing that’s clear when comparing the two mics is that the UM700 aspired to be a sleeker incarnation of the Blue Yeti. It accomplishes that task, as it is slightly lighter (just over a pound less) and takes up a little less space. Keep in mind, the mic/stand combo may be slightly clunky on your desk. I’ve generally learned to allot the space for a mic and stand in my modest podcast setup. Movo has teamed up with content creator and audio expert Brian Miller to create a 6-part, 35 minute video course to help you master the VXR10. In it, we go over all the basics of using the microphone, as well as how to use it in various different setups. Vloggers, filmmakers, and videographers of all kinds love it. Whether you’re making a short film or shooting your latest vlog on Venice Beach, the VXR10 will deliver clean, crisp audio, every time. As a piece of hardware, the Movo VSM-7 is very good. It's a tad heavy, perhaps, so you'll need a decent boom arm or mic stand for it, but it has everything you need to get going and it feels like a quality product. But how does it sound? PROFESSIONAL GRADE VIDEO MICROPHONE: Records high-quality audio with a variety of onboard controls and headphone monitoring capabilityWhether you’re working on a razor-thin budget or don’t have the time to research a new setup, our microphone lineup is sure to have something that’ll help get your ideas off the ground. One thing about recording outside of the sterile environment of a studio is that you get to capture the richness of the world. A downside to that, though, is that your recordings can often be muddied with unnecessary noise or clutter. As a shotgun microphone, the VXR10 helps you avoid this through focused recording. And say goodbye to disappointing sound. This universal video shotgun microphone significantly improves your audio quality whether you use it with a standard smartphone or the highest-quality DSLR.

With the rise in camera quality over the last few years, smartphones are increasingly becoming more popular for content creators of all creeds. Not only is it lighter to carry a phone around, but you can upload your content directly to your platform of choice. But while your smartphones camera might be up to the task, the small built-in mic is hardly capable of capturing quality sound. If you’re looking to improve your smartphone videos, an external smartphone mic is sure to offer improved audio without all the bulk. If there’s one thing creative individuals know how to do it’s improvise with what they have. But when it comes to telling your story, you shouldn’t let things like gear stand in the way. Larger microphones capable of capturing a larger sound field, podcasting and recording mics typically feature larger recording capsules, adjustable polar patterns, and higher frequency ranges than shotgun or lavalier microphones.

Is this Microphone made for Smartphones or DSLRs?

Whether you record in your bedroom or in a studio, a good podcasting microphone can really set you apart from the crowd. In many cases, people think that the larger the mic, the better the quality. While large desk mics might come with bigger capsules and condensers, modern audio processing technology has made recording with smaller microphones easier than ever. The Movo UM700 and Movo Smartphone Podcasting Bundle are both great places to start for solo- or interview-style podcasts. While the little things are impressive, the entire body of work is nice as well. The UM700 has a nice metal finish and is decidedly sturdy. I would describe the moving parts of the mic and stand as “snug”— even when I put the USB cable in my MacBook, it was decidedly secure. Yep — the mic has a snug and sturdy feel, but not stiff. This implies craftsmanship, and again, attention to detail. Vlogging - Here, we go over the best way to use the VXR10 for vlogging, with both a DSLR camera and a smartphone setup.

Overall the UM700 performed adequately from start to finish, but did it sound better than the Blue Yeti? Unfortunately for Movo, not quite. I felt that recordings made with the Yeti required less pre- and post-production editing to sound their best, which in turn makes it more of a true plug-play-production mic than the UM700. Movo UM700 review: Verdict Livestreaming - The VXR10 is also great for livestreaming - here we show how to set that up with your smartphone.

A long, barrel-like mic that’s designed for pinpointing the sound coming from a single direction, shotgun microphones are a staple on film sets. The longer, supercardioid shotgun mics—like the Movo VXR40 —are designed to be mounted on boom poles so you can get it up close to the actors without having to move the camera in closer. If you’re on a budget or trying to keep your setup light, smaller shotgun mics like the Movo VXR10 or Movo VXR3031 are capable of capturing dynamic audio with little to no interference depending on the range. Introduction and Unboxing - In this video, we start with the basics - an overview of all of the components you received in the box, as well as microphone specifications and features. You can see this first video below. Ready to attach directly to your DSLR or mirrorless camera’s 3.5mm audio input, on-camera mics help capture the sound happening right in front of the camera. The most popular on-camera mic—and probably the most familiar—is the shotgun-style mic. But you can use handheld or lavalier style microphones depending on the type of content you’re trying to capture. If there’s anything we’ve learned over the years, it’s that finding the perfect microphone for all of your content is akin to finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow—it’s pretty unlikely. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t get a great mic that’ll take your audio to the next level. Below we’ll discuss which microphones we consider the best for smartphones and cameras, as well as what we’re using for vlogging, gaming, music recording, interviews, and work.