To record speech : NTG2, NTG3 or sennheiser AT-875R

The bouncy L/MF ER is typical of interference tube mics. The go-to interior mic is usually a hyper-cardioid: MKH-50, CMC6/MK41 or 4053 at the budget end... depends on the room, what will.. or will not work. Location sound pros have multiple choices.. like a DP has multiple lenses. The only one-mic for everything approach would usually be a Sanken CS-3, a non-interference tube shotgun.
 
An economically priced hardwired lav ($100-200) is a viable option as well. (Rode, Countryman, OST, to name a few)
 
I have tested the AT875R with a Zoom H1 using a cheap Sennheiser 600 XLR-jack connector and it works just fine. This thread talks about using plugged into a GH2.

And I'd agree about the hardwire lav. I use a Rode lav, which has the advantage of being to use different connectors for different purposes (hardwired, radio mic, etc.)

One budget indoor mic option is the Superlux S241.
 
They have unbalanced it and in one scenario left one leg as a big antenna looking for some RF. But since they are talking about camera mounting in anyway sound quality is not big on their to do list.

Honestly I wouldn't do it, but once upon a time I would have. As a way to get a halfway decent mic into a DSLR it's probably not too bad a solution. But it is a jerry rig that you do when you just can't spend the money to do it right.

But if your recording your sound onto something that only takes a 1/8 mic in you are already pretty compromised sound wise so?

As usual it really depends on what you want/ need to end up with. If you are getting what you need then it's a great choice.

But thanks for the link. I wouldn't do it but I'm glad I know I could.
 
I have to say it's not my no. 1 solution. But if you're no. 1 mixer/recorder craps out on you, it's nice to know there is a backup. Or if you want to go super-stealthy, an AT875R + adapter + H1n (if required) is a super-compact kit that will out-perform any inbuilt camera mic.
 
Keep your eye out for a deal on an At4053. They show up used from time to time. I think it's one of the best hypers, maybe **the** best in the sub-$600 range. I've gotten remarkable results with it in dicey situations. Big step up from the cheapies.

The Oktava MK with a hyper cap is also a very capable and popular mic. They're know for handling noise and air noise when boomed, so a decent blimp or gag is a must (really for most situations they're good to have).
 
Rick R said:
An economically priced hardwired lav ($100-200) is a viable option as well. (Rode, Countryman, OST, to name a few)
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Following a recommendation, about a month ago I ordered a lav mic from Giant Squid. Unfortunately, it's still to be delivered.

I just tried ordering the AT875R from B&H-they won't deliver that mic to Australia :(
 
The AT4053 is definitely a contender for the money, but they're rather rare on eBay. I was fortunate to pick one up a few years ago for $250. but it took six months before a suitable candidate became available. It sounds good, but I actually prefer the sound of my Oktava. Much smoother... at least the (Sound Room) pair I have.. they're not all created equal, and many caveats to look out for. So if considering that mic, the many pros and cons should be thoroughly investigated. Sometimes it's just dumb luck. They're well known for susceptibility to handling & wind noise.. as well as the low output (A quiet preamp would be wanted as well). Then there's the China built 'counterfeits'.. which is a whole other infamous story.
The Joly and Stitler 'Dorsey' type modification are another option, but won't help that much if it's a turkey to begin with.
 
Yes, 'The Sound Room', hand picks, tests and matches the mics and caps.. of course one pays more for this service.
 
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