Rode Vlogger Kit, the Universal Edition, is available at Mascom International for KSh 23,000, and every unit is brand new and sealed. The Rode Vlogger Kit packs four tools into one box: the compact VideoMicro directional microphone, a rechargeable MicroLED light, the SmartGrip phone holder and the Tripod 2 stand. Because the microphone connects through a standard 3.5 mm cable, the Rode Vlogger Kit works with a wide range of phones and also with cameras. Pick one up at our shop on the first floor of Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, with a 12-month warranty included.
Built for content creators, journalists, estate agents and university students across Kenya, the Rode Vlogger Kit fixes the two things that make phone videos look cheap: weak sound and poor light. A phone's own microphone picks up every hooting matatu and every voice in the room. The VideoMicro points forward and cuts noise from the sides and back, so your voice stays clear. Indoors, the MicroLED lifts a dark Kilimani apartment or a dim lecture hall at Strathmore, while the tripod holds a steady frame for property walk-throughs, product reviews and piece-to-camera reports.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell a lone clip-on mic and leave you to hunt for a stand and light, Mascom International hands you a matched Rode Vlogger Kit that fits together in under a minute. Customers across Nairobi tell us the biggest change is how much less time they spend fixing audio after recording. We test the Rode Vlogger Kit on your own phone before you pay, so you leave knowing it works with your handset. Visit us on Kimathi Street, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Rode Vlogger Kit
How much is the Rode Vlogger Kit Universal Edition in Kenya?
The Rode Vlogger Kit Universal Edition costs KSh 23,000, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price covers the full kit: the VideoMicro microphone with its Rycote Lyre mount, the MicroLED light, SmartGrip, Tripod 2, DCS-1 dual cold shoe, windshield, diffuser, colour filters and two cables. It also includes a 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. If you only need a microphone, the Rode VideoMicro II in this batch sells for KSh 14,500, which is KSh 8,500 less.
Will the Rode Vlogger Kit work with my phone?
The Rode Vlogger Kit Universal Edition works with any phone that has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, using the SC7 cable in the box. Many Tecno, Infinix, Itel and budget Samsung phones sold in Kenya still have that jack. Newer phones without one need a USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter, sold separately, between the cable and the phone. The SmartGrip holds phones between 65 and 85 mm wide and up to 226 g. Send us your phone model on WhatsApp and we will confirm the fit before you order.
Should I buy the Rode Vlogger Kit or the Rode VideoMicro II?
Pick the Rode Vlogger Kit if you want light, grip, tripod and microphone in one purchase. The VideoMicro II is the newer stand-alone microphone: it narrows pickup more tightly to the front with a supercardioid pattern, reaches lower bass at 20 Hz against 100 Hz on the kit's VideoMicro, and weighs less. It costs KSh 8,500 less but gives you sound only. Creators starting from nothing get more from the kit; camera shooters who already own a stand and light should choose the VideoMicro II.
How long does the MicroLED light last on one charge?
The MicroLED in the Rode Vlogger Kit runs for up to 52 minutes at its brightest setting and over four hours on low, according to Rode. Medium brightness gives up to 105 minutes, which covers several short videos or one long interview. The light charges through USB-C from a standard 5V 2A phone charger or power bank. The VideoMicro has no battery at all; it takes plug-in power from your phone or camera, so the light is the only item to keep charged.
Can the Rode Vlogger Kit cope with power cuts and outdoor shooting in Kenya?
Yes, the Rode Vlogger Kit suits Kenyan conditions because nothing in it needs mains power during a shoot. When KPLC cuts power, a basic power bank tops up the MicroLED and your phone. The furry WS9 windshield cuts wind noise on breezy outdoor shoots in Nakuru or along the Mombasa coast. After filming, you can upload straight from the same phone over Safaricom, Airtel Kenya or Telkom data. Wipe dust off the grip and light after field days and store the kit in a bag.
Can I use the Rode Vlogger Kit with a camera as well as a phone?
Yes, the VideoMicro in the Rode Vlogger Kit plugs into any camera with a 3.5 mm microphone input and a cold shoe. Slide it onto the camera's shoe, connect its own 3.5 mm TRS lead, and it powers itself from the camera. That makes the Rode Vlogger Kit useful if you start on a phone and later move to a mirrorless camera or DSLR for weddings, church services or YouTube work. The Tripod 2 thread also fits most small cameras, so the stand keeps its use too.
Who should buy the Rode Vlogger Kit and who should skip it?
Buy the Rode Vlogger Kit if you film on a phone or small camera and need a complete starter setup for vlogs, reviews, sermons or news clips. Skip it if you already own a tripod and light, where the Rode VideoMicro II alone fits better. Skip it too if you interview people while moving around, because the kit's microphone stays on the rig; the Rode Wireless GO Gen 3 at KSh 31,000 sends sound from up to two people without cables.
Is the Rode Vlogger Kit good for TikTok, YouTube and Instagram creators?
The Rode Vlogger Kit is one of the simplest ways for a Kenyan creator to sound and look more professional on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. The microphone works with your phone's normal camera app, so there is nothing new to learn. The tripod stands on a desk for talking-head videos or folds into a handle for walking shots through Westlands or CBD markets. Coloured filters on the light add mood to product videos without buying separate lighting. Sellers who take Lipa na M-Pesa orders on Instagram find their clips look cleaner straight away.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware
- VideoMicro uses a cardioid pickup pattern — it hears what is in front of the lens and rejects much of the noise behind.
- Frequency range of 100 Hz to 20 kHz — focused on the human voice while trimming low rumble from traffic and fans.
- Handles sound levels up to 140 dB SPL — copes with loud speakers, shouting crowds and live music without the sound breaking up.
- Equivalent noise of 20 dB SPL — a measure of the microphone's own hiss, low enough for clean spoken word.
- Rycote Lyre suspension mount — a rubber cradle that stops handling bumps and knocks travelling into your recording.
Connectivity and Phone Compatibility
- VideoMicro output is a 3.5 mm TRS mini-jack — plugs straight into cameras with a standard microphone input.
- SC7 cable converts to 3.5 mm TRRS — the four-ring plug that phones and tablets use for a headset microphone.
- Plug-in power from 2V to 5V DC — the phone or camera powers the microphone, so it never needs batteries.
- Phones without a headphone jack need a USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter — sold separately; confirm your model with us first.
- SmartGrip carries a cold shoe and three 1/4-inch threads — mount the microphone, light and tripod together in one tidy rig.
MicroLED Light and Battery
- Light output of up to 300 lux at the brightest setting — enough to light a face clearly in a dim room or at night.
- Four brightness steps at 60, 160, 230 and 300 lux — choose soft fill for close shots or a stronger level for darker rooms.
- Run time from up to 52 minutes at full brightness to over four hours on low — plenty of fill light per charge.
- Built-in rechargeable battery charges over USB-C at 5V 2A — the same phone charger or power bank you already carry works.
- Clip-on diffuser and eight coloured filters included — soften harsh light on skin or add colour to product and music videos.
Build and Durability
- VideoMicro weighs 42 g and measures 80 mm long — light enough that the phone stays easy to hold for long clips.
- SmartGrip is made from aluminium and steel — holds phones between 65 and 85 mm wide firmly during walking shots.
- SmartGrip carries phones up to 226 g — check large, heavy phones with us before buying, since some exceed this.
- Tripod 2 is made from moulded polymer and weighs 180 g — tough enough for daily use and light enough for a handbag.
- MicroLED weighs 58.7 g and measures under 4 cm per side — small enough to leave clipped to the grip between shoots.
Controls and Inputs
- Tripod 2 legs lock in three positions — closed as a handle, mid-spread, or wide for a steady stand on a desk.
- Tripod 2 closes to 186.1 mm and carries up to 2 kg — small enough for a bag yet steady enough for the full rig.
- Standard 1/4-inch thread on the Tripod 2 — it also fits most small cameras and other phone holders you may own later.
- DCS-1 dual cold shoe adds a second mounting point — carry the microphone and the light side by side on one grip.
- MicroLED brightness adjusts in four steps on the light itself — change levels between takes without touching the phone screen.
Package Contents
The Rode Vlogger Kit Universal Edition arrives brand new and sealed with everything needed to start filming on day one. Inside the box you get the VideoMicro microphone on its Rycote Lyre mount with a WS9 furry windshield, the SmartGrip phone holder, the Tripod 2 stand, the DCS-1 dual cold shoe, the MicroLED light with a clip-on diffuser and eight coloured filters, an SC7 cable for phones, and a USB-C cable for charging the light. Phone chargers and jack adapters are sold separately at Mascom International.
Warranty
The Rode Vlogger Kit ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. This includes the microphone, MicroLED light, SmartGrip and Tripod 2. Claims are handled in person at our service desk in Nairobi CBD.
Where to Buy the Rode Vlogger Kit in Kenya
The Rode Vlogger Kit Universal Edition is in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your phone and we will connect the microphone, run a test recording and play it back before you pay. The kit comes in black.
Reach our team on any of these channels:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver to all 47 counties with pay on arrival, so you check the sealed box before handing over any money. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while creators in Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret and Nakuru receive theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your purchase is backed by the 12-month warranty above. We quote honest specifications, keep our pricing accurate, and stay available after the sale if you need help setting up your kit.
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