RodeVXLR Plus XLR to 3.5mm Female TRS Transforming Adapter

I picked up the VXLR+ to adapt a pretty standard lav mic (3.5mm TRS connection) to my XLR interface for recording some ADR for a film produced locally, that was on a super tight budget. I didn't really know what to expect, as I was using this device rather than a more expensive adapter made by the microphone manufacturer, but boy, was I pleasantly surprised.The lav connected to the NXLR easily, and screwed in just as it should, although it did have a tendency to work its way loose, so keeping it tightened up between talent was necessary, but this was a small price to pay for the amount of money it saved me, not having to buy a wireless pack and receiver station. The adapter then easily connected to my interface via XLR, and once the phantom power was turned on, I had a crisp clear, and unwavering signal from the lav mic without any of the expensive wireless gear.It worked seamlessly, with no ground hum, no his, and no phantom fry... The active circuitry that converts the 48V phantom power down to the ~4V plug-in power is brilliantly designed, and keeps your lav from being cooked... It's actual regulation, not just dropping voltage, so you get a clean signal and your mics are safe. It gave me a full, clean signal with no coloration or RF weirdness. There's no added gain or noticeable impedance mismatch. It's basically invisible, which is what you want.The metal housing makes the dongle feel rugged, and like it's not going to shatter if you drop it. The TRS jack is snug with no wobble, no signal drop-outs even with older lavs that have seen their long days of use. Especially at the price, this is not just for pro-audio people, but if you're using lav mics for interviews or shoots and want better than DSLR preamps, the VXLR+ lets you route your lavs into Zoom devices, MixPres, or full-sized interfaces easily and quickly, and it's light enough to clip on the belt of your talent without stacking adapters like Jenga blocks.Whether you're doing location ADR on a budget, or you run a first-class recording studio, the VXLR+ is an absolute must-have (and at the price, you could probably stand to have 3-4 on hand, just in case)! I highly recommend this little power-house.

I cannot express how thrilled I am with the Rode VXLR Plus XLR to 3.5mm Transforming Adapter. This little device has completely transformed my audio setup and made my recording process so much smoother.The build quality of this adapter is top-notch. It feels sturdy and durable, which gives me the confidence that it will last for a long time. When I received it, I noticed the absence of any annoying 60-cycle hum or hiss that I experienced with cheaper adapters.What surprised me the most was how transparent the audio quality remained. My microphone sounded just as pristine as when connected directly to the interface.The VXLR Plus provided the necessary voltage conversion for my unpowered mics and I didn't experience any issues with audio levels or distortion. It's an active adapter with internal circuitry that does its job superbly.Even though the price is slightly higher than some alternatives, I can confidently say that it's worth every penny. The peace of mind and reliable performance it offers are unmatched, making it a worthy investment.Overall, the Rode VXLR Plus XLR to 3.5mm Transforming Adapter has exceeded my expectations in every way. It has solved all my connectivity challenges and allowed me to use my favorite microphones with ease. If you want a reliable and high-quality solution for your audio needs, I highly recommend this fantastic adapter. Bravo, Rode!

I have a cheap Takstar SCG-598 in addition to my trusty Rode NTG1 with a Zoom H6 Audio Recorder. The Rode connected flawlessly to the H6 of course, because it is an XLR mic.But my Takstar, which is meant to connect directly to a camera audio input, which connect with barely any feedback. I purchased a cheap $10 3.5mm to XLR adapter, but the input volume was the same, very low. Come to find out, the adapter I purchased didn't support Phantom power. So after some research, I stumbled upon this, at $25, it was only $15 more than the cheap adapter I bought, and it specifically supports and converts any Phantom power to a voltage sage for smaller mics.It worked wonderfully -- I can now connect both of my mics to my H6 while keeping the onboard H6 mic available.The build is very sturdy and feels really solid in the hand. I did remove the clip that's on it, since it was getting in the way of connecting with my H6, but otherwise, this adapter works flawlessly as intended.$10 cheap adapter that didn't work versus $25 brand-name adapter that streamlines my process is a no-brainer. Get this product if you're looking for a similar setup!

At first I was trying to connect my Plug in Power mic with a passive 3.5mm to XLR adapter to my interface and that didn't work - there was no output. So I did a little bit of research and found this neat little device, and it works great!My only problem with it right now is that the 3.5mm side is a bit loose and quite wobbly, which is a shame because the device feels otherwise sturdy and well made. Not sure if I was just unlucky with the unit I got or if it's a more general QC/design issue. Because of this I'm a bit worried it won't last for long, but anyways, it works for now. Will update this review if any issues arise with it.

I bought this so I could connect my Rode VideoMicro mic to a Volt 2 audio interface. Plug-in Power works great with 48v phantom power step down to 3-5v. At first, there was a really bad 60-cycle hum noise that made it impossible to use. Both of the high-quality 3.5mm cords I tried were noisy. What happened when I tried the red, curly wire that came with the mic (SC2)? - no hum! I don't know why that wire makes a difference, but it does. In the end, I put it on a good 3.5 mm extension cable, and now it works perfectly. I took away one star on value for money because the price is high.