Hi, Im looking for suggestions on a Shut-gun Microphone with decent sound-quality for under or around $100. Hoping to get one that will fit on the attachtment shoe of my ZR. Suggestions are appreciated

audio technica

Audio Technica's cheap model mics are terrible, but high ends are good.

For under a hundred, I would probably suggest going with an Azden ECZ-990. If you're willing to spend $120, you could get an SGM-X, or $150, for the SGM-1X.

Anything from Azden is generally acceptable, although there are several other companies out there that are preferred.

If you decide to get a good expensive mic like an Azden SGM-1X. Make sure your camcorder has an XLR audio connection.

Or an XLR adaptor box, like the XLR Pro, or Beachtek or whatever, though I hear quite a few complaints about the latter.

Sony TRV950

I got a $60 Audio Technica ATR-55 on my ZR camera. Works really well. Of course, that's in comparison built-in to the ZR microphone, so that's not saying much.

But seriously, I've had no problems with the Audio Technica product

--Alan

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