Tascam TM -2X

A compact and convenient audio recording boost

microphone

£72, $90

Your Nikon can generate stunning images and video, but its internal microphone probably won’t leave you in aural

amazement. This external stereo mic noticeably improves sound quality and is great for close-range capture, yet it’s extremely light and doesn’t require a dedicated power supply.

Noise-isolating suspension mounts and an extension arm that lifts the mic up and away from the lens keep autofocus and zooming noise at bay, while the fluffy wind muff and low-cut filter help banish background interference.