I have a shoot at a trade fair where where their will be a lot of voices to be captured, making lav mics difficult. Does anybody have any recommendations on mics (shotgun etc.) that would do the job, and fit a tight budget, under $300.

your help will be greatly appreciated,

Michael Bendixen

I have and Azden SMG 2x shotgun that I'm happy with. It is a good mike in your price range.

Michael
You didn't mention what camera you are using or your budget. generally an AT835/815 or sennheiser ME series shotgun mic are the accepted entry levels.. Will this mic be boom or camera mounted, will you have a mixer, mic preamp or adapter available?