Audio-Technica PRO 24-CM

The PRO 24-CM is a compact stereo condenser microphone made to travel on a camcorder or camera rig. A pair of cardioid elements sit in an X-Y configuration, capturing a natural, phase-coherent stereo image of the scene. An on/off switch and a permanently attached coiled cable keep it simple and self-contained in the field.

The condenser capsules give clean, detailed sound that beats a camera's built-in mic by a wide margin. Its light weight and compact body make it easy to leave mounted for run-and-gun shooting. It is a straightforward way to add real stereo sound to video without a separate recorder or interface.