The SoundBird V1 is a capable, well-built shotgun mic aimed at video production, broadcast, and field recording work. Solid brass construction keeps RF interference out and gives it a durability that cheaper plastic-bodied shotguns can't match, and the gold-plated XLR connector handles the signal with minimal resistance to corrosion. The supercardioid pickup pattern pulls in sound from directly in front while rejecting sides and rear — useful on a camera shoe, boom pole, or stand wherever you need directional capture. A 200Hz high-pass filter handles HVAC rumble and low-end noise, a -10dB pad manages loud sources without clipping, and illuminated buttons let you see your settings at a glance. Power runs from +48V phantom or an internal AA battery, with the On/Off button changing color to indicate source and battery level. At 10.7" it sits in a practical middle length — long enough for serious directional rejection, short enough for camera mounting.
This unit is in very good condition and fully functional throughout.
- Make: Saramonic
- Model: SoundBird V1
- Type: supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone
- Polar pattern: supercardioid
- Frequency response: 50Hz - 20kHz
- Sensitivity: -32 ±3dB (0dB=1V/Pa at 1kHz)
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 80dB SPL
- Maximum SPL: 132dB
- High-pass filter: 200Hz, switchable
- Pad: -10dB, switchable
- Construction: solid brass body, non-reflective finish
- Connector: gold-plated XLR
- Power: +48V phantom or internal AA battery
- Length: 10.7"
- Modifications: none
- Includes: SR-SMC2 shock mount, foam windscreen
Ships carefully packed and insured for full value.
International buyers are welcome — please contact us for a shipping quote before purchasing.
About Mill River Music
Mill River Music is an independent, human-powered music shop located in downtown Northampton, MA, run by a team of players, enthusiasts, and certified repair technicians. Every piece of used gear we sell is personally inspected, tested, and set up before it ships — we don't list it until we'd be happy to play it ourselves.
As Martin and Taylor certified techs, we hold our guitar work to a high standard, and we're committed to full transparency about the condition of everything we sell. No surprises.
When you buy from Mill River, you're supporting an independent local business that genuinely cares — about gear, about players, and about doing things right. We're here every step of the way. Reach out anytime.
