Professional Shotgun Microphones
Professional Shotgun Microphones
The Ni-Go-Maru Series
delivers high-quality audio performance and world-class build quality at a very attractive price point.
All four models in the series have the same sonic characteristics: detailed and natural sound pickup with a full-range frequency response, low self-noise and a tight supercardioid polar pattern. And all 4 models are backed by Azden’s amazing 10-year warranty.
Professional-Grade Performance
Low noise and full range frequency response and a narrow supercardioid pickup pattern for professional dialogue capture.
World-Class Build Quality
Backed by 10-Year Warranty, each microphone is assembled by hand in Azden’s factory in Japan. This craftsmanship is backed by a 10-year warranty.
Series Versatility
The four models in the 250 Series are suited for a number of different applications, ranging from boom pole mounting to a variety of different on-camera mounting situations.
Affordability
The models in the 250 Series fall in a very attainable price range from $199 to $299 (in the US).
Sonic Consistency
While each model has unique physical characteristics, users can expect the same superb sound quality that is constant across the board. When you hear it, you'll know it's a 250.
Natural Sound
Notable in the industry for their natural, professional sound, users can expect all of the 250 Series microphones to accurately record the sound of their scenes without artificial coloration.
Professional Dual-Powered Shotgun Microphone
Designed to be a flexible work-horse for the modern video creator. Record detailed, natural sound with the versatility of dual-power. Run off phantom or a AA battery without sacrificing on performance.
- Phantom Power
- AA Battery Option
- Standard XLR
- Low-Cut Filter
- 9.8 in (250 mm) Length
- Great for Boom Mounting
Professional Shotgun Microphone
Delivers awesome sound at an amazing value. For those that don’t need a battery option, record the same detailed and natural sound as the SGM-250 while saving a little money. And at just 3 ounces (half the weight of the 250), the 250P is a lightweight option that’s ideal for handheld boom applications.
- Phantom Power
- Lightweight (3 oz)
- Standard XLR
- Low-Cut Filter
- 7.9 in (200 mm) Length
- Great for Handheld Boom
Professional Compact Cine Mic
The perfect on-camera microphone for filmmakers. Measuring just six inches long and equipped with an attached cable and XLR connector, the SGM-250CX is a convenient choice for mounting on today’s cinema cameras. And it features the same focused pickup pattern and high-sensitivity microphone element as Azden’s other 250 Series shotgun mics.
- Phantom Power
- Lightweight (3 oz)
- Standard XLR with Attached Cable
- 6 in (152 mm) Length
- Great for On-Camera Mounting
Professional Compact Cine Mic w/ Mini-XLR
The perfect microphone for the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras, and now the Canon EOS C70 camera. The attached cable and Mini XLR connector let you take advantage of the higher-quality Mini XLR microphone input. And it features the same focused pickup pattern and high-sensitivity microphone element as Azden’s other 250 Series shotgun mics.
- Phantom Power
- Lightweight (3 oz)
- Mini XLR with Attached Cable
- 6 in (152 mm) Length
- Works with Blackmagic PCC 4K & 6K
- Works with Canon EOS C70
Professional Hypercardioid Shotgun Mic
Pick up more of the sound you want, and less of what you don’t! The SGM-250H is the latest addition to Azden’s Ni-Go-Maru Series of Professional Shotgun Microphones. Equipped with a hypercardioid microphone element and a 50% longer interference tube, this model is designed to hyperfocus on your sound target.
Compared to the rest of the Ni-Go-Maru Series, which use a supercardioid element, the more directional hypercardioid SGM-250H does an even better job of rejecting extraneous noise from the surrounding environment, and is more sensitive to sound coming from directly in front of the microphone.
- Hypercardioid Pickup Pattern
- 50% Longer Interference Tube
- Phantom Power
- Lightweight (3.9 oz)
- Standard XLR
- Low-Cut Filter
- 9.8 in (250 mm) Length
- Great for Booming in Noisy Environments
What People Are Saying
Purchases
It's an amazing mic not only for the money, but just an amazing mic period.
Probably the best option for the 4k cinema camera, with the mini XLR, and the fact the it's perfect for the TILTA cage...Great stuff!
Brilliant and well made microphone for the money.
As good as they say. I tested this mic with my Panasonic GH5 and sound module and the sound is fantastic. Rich and velvety with great directionality.
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Comparison Chart
| SGM-250H | SGM-250 | SGM-250P | SGM-250CX | SGM-250MX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Price | $299.00 | $249.00 | $229.00 | $199.00 | $199.00 |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Polar Pattern | Hypercardioid | Supercardioid | Supercardioid | Supercardioid | Supercardioid |
| Sensitivity | -35 dB | -38 dB | -38 dB | -33 dB | -33 dB |
| Impedance | 100 Ω | 120 Ω | 120 Ω | 100 Ω | 100 Ω |
| Low Cut Filter | 75 Hz / 3 dB per Octave | 160 Hz / 3 dB per Octave | 160 Hz / 3 dB per Octave | N/A | N/A |
| Phantom Power | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V |
| Battery Option | N/A | 1 x AA | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| LED Power Indicator | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Length | 9.8" (250 mm) | 9.8" (250 mm) | 7.9" (200 mm) | 6" (153 mm) | 6" (153 mm) |
| Diameter | 0.83" (21 mm) | 0.83" (21 mm) | 0.83" (21 mm) | 0.83" (21 mm) | 0.83" (21 mm) |
| Weight | 3.9 oz | 5.7 oz | 3.2 oz | 3.0 oz | 3.0 oz |
| Output | 3-pin XLR | 3-pin XLR | 3-pin XLR | 3-pin XLR | 3-pin Mini XLR |
| Cable | N/A | N/A | N/A | 13" | 13" |
Polar Pattern
Frequency Response
