AKASO Brave 7 Our Full Review | Who Should Buy The Brave 7 Action Cam?

So this is our 3rd video on the Akaso Brave 7, and I'm pretty sure there will be some more. Over the past 4 days, I have come up with a lot of questions in regards to the AKASO Brave 7 action camera, especially who should buy this. So in today's video, we are going to talk about my experiences with the AKASO Brave 7 action camera over the past few days. Let you know the things that I like about the AKASO Brave 7 action camera and of course the things that I really think need some work. These may be ok with you or they may be deal breakers. So we are going to talk about the camera itself, the build quality of the AKASO Brave 7 action camera, the image quality, the stabilization, the internal and external audio, and whatever else I can think of. If you have any additional questions or have some ideas on future videos for the AKASO Brave 7 action camera, please let me know if the comments below.
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[@gregtoope]

After playing with the Brave 7 for the past 4 days I figured it was enough time to give you my thoughts. Now I did just talk with Akaso this morning and they sent me a new firmware update. So we will see what it does and if there are any worthy changes and fixes. Please ✅ Subscribe ✅& hit the 🔔 Notification Bell 🔔 if you're new to the channel, for more Tech Videos, Vlogs and Motorcycle related episodes coming in the next few days! Make sure to comment as well as we love hearing from you! Please make sure that your comments follow the KZbin guidelines. All comments that are abusive or portray bullying will be immediately sent to KZbin and removed from our channel.

[@erlendur8701]

Hey man. Was looking forward to yr final video and meanwhile watched a few other reviewers. Oh man, what a disappointment. I really wanted to hv a good entry action cam, never used one but for my cycle touring I wanted to upgrade. Sigh...I really hope a firmware update can fix that sound issue at least bit. I just don't get, how such essentiell feature like dphbd can possibly pass QC and satisfy the engineers. Please keep us posted if the update did sth. I subscribed and looking forward to it Wanna take a decision asap.

[@nicktk1]

Hey man - any update on the sound issue and 3rd party mic support?

[@gregtoope]

@@nicktk1 Not yet. Have sent some sample clips to Akaso and they are working on it.

[@DaddyNoobGaming]

@@gregtoope Brother any update? Im eyeing on this one if they can fix the audio issue ill surely get it. Btw, im new to your channel and i really love how you review, you're straight to the point.

[@japethgarcia7161]

I learned from others that the firmware update was on the Akaso App. Updated it there. How about you guys?

[@nexiletherenagade]

Thanks so much I’ve been searching for a good camera for ages and this looks great

[@jazmando8938]

This man is for real... Impressive honest review... Thanks bro...✌️

[@gregtoope]

I appreciate that

[@matc1603]

Greg great review as ever, would you recommend one of the akaso V50's or the Brave 7?

[@haguemusic]

Thanks for the great review. One thing I really wanted from this camera was the voice control feature - with the internal mic being so bad does voice control work without the external mic? And why did they remove the tripod mount from the body?

[@stujor2the2ndcoming]

Excellent, review great, said in layman terms for people like me who are starting out vlogging on my csrbon bike! Thank you

[@gregtoope]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mhzrango]

Nice review. Thanks for the honestly

[@gregtoope]

most welcome. we are going to be reviewing an updated version of the Brave 7 in a week or so. Akaso says that they have fixed some of the issues. Heres hoping. 🤞🏻

[@599miata]

You are so right. Your review says exactly what I was thinking. For the price, great little camera with sound issues. Just hope they can fix it with a firmware update. 😊

[@gregtoope]

Fingers crossed!

[@3348harley]

Hi Greg, thank you for the videos. I am learning. Which Akaso would you use for filming my electric bike rides and my scuba diving adventures. Thank you, Harley

[@bodax6161]

Thanks ! Very cool video!

[@gregtoope]

Glad you liked it!

[@justanotherviewer52]

Thanks for the information. Hopefully it will help anyone who is contemplating using this camera.

[@gregtoope]

hopefully.

[@photomaster1]

Thank you for this, I have a Brave 4 and was looking at getting a GoPro because I'm crazy like that due to lack of coffee at times. Anyway's the Brave 7 LE looks good to my eyes and the price is beyond just right. I'm not looking to make a movie and as for sound well, I would never use any camera as my main sound that's just crazy. If you want to have sound, you just have a sound recording device yes more stuff but it's just what you have to do. Thank you again for taking the time and sharing your thoughts.

[@lhvids919]

Nice review Greg. Could you please tell me if the mic you are using in the video is the akaso 6 plus/brave 7 external microphone.

[@yaitsred]

Thanks kindly for clarifying the audio issue. (Deal breaker for me). Hopefully your move will be smooth, congratulations on the sale of your home.

[@gregtoope]

I hope so too! there is supposedly a firmware update that fixes some of the audio issues. we will update if that fixes the issues.

[@rattymcraticus562]

Planning on trying airsoft soon and thinking of using a head cam. Would the stabilisation be up to running and jostling? Also would the replaceable lense cover be robust enough to take a hit from a bb?

[@newbeginnings8566]

Excellent video thanks... I have just purchased one for my daughter.. I have a question.. Which gimbal should I choose so it will be compatible with the camera. I liked the idea of a feiyu..

[@bushcraftandastronomer.3775]

Thanks very much for your final thoughts and I must say the front screen looks very nice and interesting what you said about audio and agree with you. Still looks really nice action camera and a bit like GoPro. What's the batteries like for recording time when fully charged? I hope Akaso can fix audio and when you were talking in footage I couldn't hear you what you were saying. I'd buy it to replace my Akaso 7000 as I really like that front screen next to camera it makes it more like GoPro and the camera blooks a very nice size. I hope you do more video footage from this little camera in future! Stay safe buddy!

[@jonasfintec]

How do you turn on front screen?

[@tomperconti]

Thank you for the very thorough review. As is usual for your videos, it was super helpful. I hope that Akaso can get the audio issue worked out. Here in the US, the DJI Osmo Action is selling on Amazon for $200. At $150, the Brave 7 is going to be a tough sell in the short term (while the OA is still available at that price). Particularly if a person doesn't need external audio. The price difference immediately grows though if external audio is required. It only costs $10 to add an external mic to the Brave 7, but it costs $40 for the OA ($30 for the mic adapter, $10 for a mic). I find that ("hidden" value) to be one of the great strengths of the Akaso line. One doesn't get nickel-n-dimed into the stratosphere. In that regard, GoPro is king. LOL Thanks again... I look forward to hear how the updated firmware addresses the audio issue.

[@gregtoope]

completely agree.

[@luen6630]

Awesome review hope they fix the audio kind a silly thing they don't figured out people want to ear their voices have a question about the remote did you know if the remote is also waterproof? i looking for a camera that is waterproof whit a remote that is also waterproof thx.

[@twizzian]

So when buying the improved audio or remedied Brave 7, how would you know if your purchasing an earlier version with the faulty mic or not?

[@jamesbruce9036]

Thank you for the video. Very informative and honest!! I am interested in a video camera for scuba diving in the Pacific. GoPro is outside my budget. What would you recommend? I also want to be able to capture sound too. You have more experience with action cameras and I value your feedback!! Thank You!!

[@gregtoope]

If you can find an older GoPro (7 or higher) that would be your best bet. You can find some of these on sale and they are one of the better purchases if you want good quality at a reasonable price.

[@ranielantolin3878]

Hmmm.. Thanks for the honest review. I thought the audio already fixed! Well it still good for a cheap price

[@gregtoope]

Thanks for watching!

[@sementeliberada]

I bought the akaso 7 and I'm really enjoying it👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@SanChesYOUTUBE]

You have done a very detailed analysis of the camera. It was interesting to listen, but I bought it for vlogs and the quality did not suit me, I thought it shoots better)

[@mbattlecoder]

FYI, I bought the Brave 7 recently and have to say that the audio is actually pretty decent for an action cam. You probably figured this out by now but you have to turn "Wind Noise Reduction" - OFF and then it comes in much louder with actually a bit of bass. Maybe a tiny bit muddy but overall I was impressed for it being the internal mic of an action cam. Of course, it is Decemeber 2022 and maybe they also updated the camera since the time of your review. If I do turn on Wind Noise Reduction, I do get the same results as your tests from last year.

[@FSJbikes]

tysm, i needed this. mines coming soon

[@AGR5000]

Any updates on the brave 7? I'm planning on buying one soon

[@beggars_and_sons]

Hey! Have you tested the Camera in the Sea water? Or in water in general? I am a little bit skeptical, don’t know why. And remote - is it waterproof or just splashproof? Thanks :-)

[@ATJHTRAVELS]

Great tutorial sledgehammered that like button stay safe awesome and blessed

[@gregtoope]

Thanks, you too!

[@macs39]

Please share the sensor and chipset info in your videos. It makes things so much easier to compare.

[@mitchellmoore9699]

do they sell this as an option with mic if so could this be a case of making sure people buying the mic with and if so hopefully the firmware solves the issue and allows other external mic's

[@ask_kuukua]

I want to use the Akaso brave 7 as a studio camera for KZbin, will the audio help me since I won’t be out often?

[@tspandya]

How is image stablization for Brave 7, compared to Go Pro? Thanks.

[@AB_thingsDFW]

After watching your videos from the unboxing to the firmware update on the brave 7 I bought one. Played with it for a day and I'm a bit frustrated. Image is nice, sound not so good but it picks up every touch to the case. I'm taking it tomorrow on my sxs. Which is what i bought it for. To record trail rides. I'm pretty sure I'm going to end up buying the hero10. It's a bit more than double the price but seems worth it. I paid $159 for the brave 7 and the hero 10 it's on sale for $349. Thanks for all the great info.

[@manoelsombike2884]

Bom dia! Não consigo melhorar a captação do áudio da minha Akaso Brave 7 LE, você pode me ajudar a resolver isso?

[@craigdicarlo9551]

Have you had any issues with the screen freezing when you attempt to turn on the wifi? Every time I touch the wifi icon it freezes the screen and I need to reboot the camera. I've reached out to Akaso to see if I need a firmware update but have not heard back yet.

[@geraldberliner5260]

I just got my Brave 7. I want to hang it upside down underneath my bicycle saddle to film what's going on behind me. Is there a way you can get this to shoot 'upside down? I just tried a test shoot and it recorded the video upside down which means I have to rotate it once I get it into the computer. The GoPro and Osmo action allows you to flip the orientation of the video when recording. Thanks.

[@Shayybuttaa]

Every time i record with this camera, halfway through it switches the video to slow motion i literally can not figure it out, i film on the front so i can see, and while filming the screen turns black, and video starts in slow motion, am i doing something wrong?

[@zainhussein1975]

Sir, Thanks for the reviews. Thumbs up! I remember you say in your earlier video that Brave 7 does not support external mic. Was that a different or earlier model? Please confirm as I am interested to buy 1. Thanks a million

[@gregtoope]

Brave 7 LE doesnt support external. Brave 7 does.

[@zainhussein1975]

@@gregtoope Sir, thanks for your quick response Subscribed Surprising though that their later model has a deficiency

[@DizeNick]

Awesome review. Thank you. Just bought the Brave 7 & you’ve made me feel great about the purchase

[@maidvices1426]

Hi. with the frame on, is the external mic usable? the port accesible?

[@nabilalzoqari]

amazing video keep it up 👍

[@gregtoope]

Thanks!

[@TheFab_]

im searching something under the 300 eur of the gopro to go in live streaming irl on twitch pairing the action cam with my smartphone and his hotspot mobile data connection. i dont need the super gopro quality. just to do some irl on twitch (hands free, with the camera on my chest linked with my backpack ). do u think i can do that with this or what u can recommend me ? thanx in advance!

[@Bbeavis]

I used a AKASO Brave 7 side by side with a GoPro Hero 7 black hoping the Brave would be a cost effective alternative but the video quality/sharpness was night and day. The GoPro is still the market leader, I returned the Brave 7 the next day.

[@BadAcidd]

That's what I wanted to know. Thanks Beavis

[@magician2166]

Would you recommend Brave 7 or V50 Pro? I don't care about audio. I am only concerned about image quality at high speeds (140-160 km/h). Thank you.

[@nashguy2814]

Hearing and seeing good feedback on the XTU X1 camera.

[@gregtoope]

I may have to give it a look.

[@comfortableshoesstudio]

Did they ever get back to you about external non-akaso mics?

[@MrPanv99]

How about photos? I have read that they are in raw format (dng). Im only interested in underwater photos.

[@tonydean1262]

Hi I've waited for so long for this after buying the 7 le and then discovering no external mic I sent it straight back Found you talking about the 7 le and have waited for your review on this new 7 now not sure what to do really want both types of mic's So il wait for your review or post on the software update to see if the mic works its a deal breaker for me Keep up the great reviews Tony 🇬🇧

[@gregtoope]

Thanks. Hopefully i can get the internal mic to work better. 🤞🏻

[@ewooi8589]

I was about to order Brave 6Plus after watched your video. I hope you can make a video comparision of Brave 6plus vs Brave 7

[@gregtoope]

ill put it on the list!

[@ADFChannelTV]

Great detailed review. Plan of buying this Brave 7 in 2 weeks time. Question - Has the internal audio been fixed now?

[@gregtoope]

So maybe hold off for a bit. just got an email from Akaso and looks like they may have figured out what was causing the audio issues. And it maybe a problem that cant be fixed with a firmware update. So hold tight. Im hoping Akaso will send me a new one once they have the problem fixed. They told me that they hope to have it corrected in the next month.

[@ADFChannelTV]

@@gregtoope Great! I will wait until you have the fixed unit of Brave 7 be reviewed before I buy. Thank you! Stay safe, bro!

[@gregtoope]

@@ADFChannelTV You as well!

[@ADFChannelTV]

@@mikeaubrey1310 Thank you for the concern and feedback, Mike! I am now contemplating with either GoPro 9 or 8.

[@seismic52]

I use the brave 6 Plus for moto vlogging but I'm having a big problem that made me go back to my Sena 10C Pro. The big problem is that I never know if I'm recording or not! I have not found any solution. When riding it's impossible to see the faint flashing blue light in the motorcycle mirror and the little beep is impossible to hear when I'm riding. The remote on the the 7 could be a solution but not sure if it's easy enough to read when riding on a bright day. The Sena let's me know when I start recording and when I stop with a voice message in the speakers.

[@tharseo7855]

Can i use the battery of brave 7 le to brave 7, and vice versa? Is it compatible?

[@ninadee9753]

How do you use the screen that is next to the camera??

[@naomijones8683]

Im looking for a camera to go snorkling with. Will this camera be good for that?

[@dubmob151]

Has anyone dealing with Akaso customer service gotten responses beyond the canned replies asking for order numbers, model, and firmware versions? Each time I've gotten to that point and replied to them with that info, they just stop responding each time. Is it just an automated response line they have set up?

[@DavinderSingh-wv7eh]

Hi Greg, you've made lots of great videos on the Akaso's. I'm a cyclist and I'm looking for something to capture commutes but also versatile enough for family occasions. I can budget for any end of the akaso range; which one do you recommend? I look forward to hearing from you.

[@maticfekonja5599]

hello i have same camera, do you know where can you buy remote. official store dont sell separete 😟. Remote for akaso brave7

[@thor4318]

Has anyone else got this camera and use it as a dash cam/ motorbike helmet cam. I was waiting for this camera with upgrades such as the water proofing for motorbike I’m not overly fused about the internal mic on my motorbike, but as a dash cam I would need it. Just wonder what other people thoughts are

[@careersmart4382]

Could the V50 Pro SE still be the best value?

[@mattman7472]

Has audio issues been resolved I am looking at getting a camera like this

[@silentjellybean]

Does EIS reduce recording shake when mounted on a motorcycle handle bar?

[@gregtoope]

Im thinking that it would help. But micro vibrations are something that is affecting the sensor itself. SO depends on how micro the shake is.

[@CGSurvivalPH2022]

For you brother, which one do you prefer brave 7 le or this brave 7?

[@DroneManAerialPhotography]

Can i use boya by mm1 with this action camera?

[@BuddhangGala]

Where can I find the firmware update??

[@pjcardone164]

I called akaso yesterday....Aug 31, 2021......no external mic available and they don't know when they will get them in stock....I also asked about the 'update' to the internal mic sound quality....she didn't have a clue....difficult to actually talk w/ them. So I've held off purchasing it because of lack of external mic...availability.........sad

[@Asthbendriel]

As you say, it's a deal breaker. I've been waiting for this camera since last year, but thinking on using it mainly for recording my rides on natural trails with may friends on my mountain bike, carrying an external mic all the time is a no for me considering you already have a chest mount an hydration pack fiddling around, probably too uncomfortable in a 6 hours+ long ride we use to go on weekends.

[@alexsanchez4850]

I accidentally Change to black and white can you help me to make on color again?

[@fpvdronie9276]

They fix it ? The sound.. to mutch waterproof seal

[@orlandosantos4743]

nice review

[@gregtoope]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@azdesertrider]

so i ordered the camera before knowing this and the camera would record straight static even with a foam filter on.. So i sent it back and ordered another still not knowing this sound issue.. it will be here today. should i open try the firmware update or just return it and put the money to another camera????

[@CMDRTeklow82]

So I’m about 99% sold on a akaso brand. I plan on recording while 4wheeling. Very light trail riding maybe a lil mud and out in the rain. Witch version can use phone for live playback. But also last the longest. Plan on doing 4K 30fps with the stabling option on. Just so much to chose from

[@mrwhiskym8818]

I see you released this great little vid 10 months ago - any update on the audio situation?. - thanks “🥃”..

[@tharseo7855]

I tried mine in a water resort today and Im not very happy about it. In fact, im devastated. At first, when water splashes onto it the lens and the small screen beside it becomes foggy. When i tried to dip it under atmost 10 inches underwater for like 10 seconds or less the water gets inside the lens and the screen beside it. Then the main screen started to blink many times. And now its dead. Like i cant turn it on kind of dead. What should i do?

[@DrAgan_tortojed]

You should return it and have your money back, and ask them WHEN, exactly, they think they gonna make it work as it's being advertised...

[@Heladobe]

Nice video!! What is the name of the camera that you have in your ear?

[@gregtoope]

That's an Ordro EP7

[@lillynana1]

BRAVE 6 PLUS is out of stock. Should I go for the BRAVE 6 or the BRAVE 7?

[@lakbayin6677]

Still waiting for the sound issue to be fix before buying... the 7 LE has a better mic in internal, now in 7 i have to buy an external?

[@gregtoope]

hopefully they fix it soon. sounds like there may be an issue with the water proof lining that is blocking the internal mic.

[@gameingwithgabe]

I just bought this camera today but it's comes this Wensday I already have the mic and I'm excited for this I'm going to using for.my ghost hunting channel and vlogs

[@correametal]

Hi, great video. Sorry to bother you but I have a question. I do not need audio at all because I have a home studio and I process all audio there. I am not going to use the camera outside. I have good lighting where I am. I will just use a camera right in front of me in a stand just to capture some video of me playing. Right now I am using a Logitech webcam so I just want to upgrade to something better in terms of video but maybe within the $100 range. What action camera would you recommend to me for that purpose? I would really appreciate your input because whenever I go to Amazon looking for anything the reviews are so discouraging that I end up buying nothing haha...at some point later on I am considering your secondary camera the Canon M50 because I can pay it in 5 monthly installments of $129 which also seems great for such an incredible camera. But just to start out I would like a cheap action camera... Thanks in advance!

[@correametal]

So I just saw another video of yours, excellent by the way "Which Akaso Camera Should You Buy" and I think that my answer is there. I think that since I do not need EIS because I will use it in a static way the EK7000 will do just fine for now. Thank you so very much for the excellent content!!!

[@gregtoope]

Most welcome. Thanks for watching

[@correametal]

@@mikeaubrey1310 I am sorry for what you went through. That is why in the end since I don't need it for outdoors and I just need a good static camera I ended up getting a Canon M50 from Amazon..... and..... since Amazon let me pay it in 5 payments even though it is many times more expensive I know that the quality of both video and photos is going to be amazing. Most of the time is just better to make the investment and have something reliable.

[@michaelholmes4808]

Greg, please update when you find a solution, or Akaso updates you on the gain issues you had with the mic while riding. External mic is okay, but not if the audio is unusable due to the distortion you encountered. Stay safe.

[@gregtoope]

yeah im hoping.

[@tharseo7855]

Has anyone tried diving this with you without waterproof case?

[@krisskyleymir7228]

Does it support bluetooth audio?

[@roger4375]

Okay very thorough review. The Akaso 7 is officially off of my “do not buy” list unless they fix the microphone problem. As a side note, I found the reviewers speech pattern or “tick” very annoying and distracting. The unconscious and constant “lip smacking” deterred from an otherwise good review.

[@gregtoope]

We have a new review on the Brave 7 coming out tomorrow. Looks like Akaso has released a new version of the Brave 7

[@pjcardone164]

I know you’re really busy but it’s because of your video on the Braves 7 that at this time I decided not to purchase it because there is not an external mic available. I called the company. But my question is this I did a short video with my brave 4 and it turns out to be about 128 MB. How do I get it down smaller so that I can post it? Or is it even possible?

[@gregtoope]

Thats actually really small for a video file. The files i work with are usually a couple Terabytes in size. Video is large. Not much you can do about it.

[@pjcardone164]

@@gregtoope I wasn't sure you could actually share it.....thanks

[@696Corey]

What is the latest available firmware version of the Akaso Brave 7? where can i get it?

[@d.w.nickerson4147]

This guy has an inside track with akaso for sure, if you have ever dealt with them it's a nightmare. for firmware: "please contact AKASO customer Support for the newest firmware upgrades, which can be a fix to your issue." Good Luck!

[@Sonlider]

Any live streaming?? Any gps ??

[@integritywealthsolutions8840]

Do we know if other brands external microphones work with it.

[@gregtoope]

As far as I know it’s just akaso mics.

[@Bido11561]

How’s the battery life?

[@rayvandenbosch2408]

I bought one direct from akaso. It didnt work, wouldnt power on at all. Akaso were excellent dispatching a replacement one immediately. Im using it as a dash cam on my motorcycle with its driving mode option.

[@mothorides]

Watching from phillipines.

[@gregtoope]

thanks

[@efremfishing4984]

Do you think this camera would be good for underwater such diving ?

[@gregtoope]

That i cant answer as ive never used it to dive with. Hopefully someone here can answer that for you.

[@thiswildridecalledlife9194]

I bought the V50 elite today. For the simple fact I can get an external mic for it. People will let you slide a bit on photo quality. But the sound being garbage is a deal breaker.

[@macs39]

This camera Brave 7 and Brave 6 Plus have the exact same sensor and chipset and sensor. Hisilicon (Hi3559V200 and Sony IMX458)

[@iamtheplayer3818]

Thanks for the video.

[@gregtoope]

welcome!

[@PeterGreener-Jacklin]

Seen other reviews on this camera and they had installed the firmware update. This did sort the internal mic out and it was loads better. Can you do a small redo internal mic review video when you have installed the update fix? Thanks

[@gregtoope]

most definitely

[@macs39]

The 1/3 inch sensor will only work in bright light

[@LAUGHOUTLOUDPUPPETS]

FOR ME AS A FISHERMAN NO MATTER WHAT IM FILMING THE WIND KILLS MY SOUND ON EVERY VIDEO AND I DON'T REALLY CARE IF THEY SEE MY FACE SO I JUST TAKE THE SOUND OUT AND DO VOICE AND MUSIC OVERS AFTER. SO FOR ME FOR THIS PRICE FANTASTIC.. THANKS FOR THE INCREDIBLE REVIEW LET ME KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT.

[@topikleahcim9002]

How did you mount it to your helmet ?

[@gregtoope]

I currently use this for mounting cameras go my helmets ... kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWW4aK2ohpurgdk

[@KittyOzzyZiggy3895]

Can you do a review on the brave 8

[@gregtoope]

We have 4 videos on our channel in regards to the Brave 8. Here is one of the first ones. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3vYdneZfMaqsLs

[@DBrownCo]

is the pinhole for the mic not open ? Clogged ?

[@gregtoope]

Not that i can see. but im in contact with Akaso. See what they say

[@schruppe_7779]

Is the battery dying faster if you use the remote?

[@macs39]

That's why the video of Brave 7LE looks bridghter with a 1/2.3 inch sensor

[@schruppe_7779]

@@macs39 ?

[@M_T_Motorbike_Travels]

I have this camera, the audio was rubbish, I then contacted Akaso, they provided a firmware update and now the audio is absolutely fine, so for me it was a firmware issue, had no problems since.

[@mrs.teejohnson7466]

Thanks!! Now I'm about to make my purchase because of your comment!

[@gregtoope]

What firmware are you using. They sent me one but it did nothing.

[@M_T_Motorbike_Travels]

@@gregtoope 20210206-V1.0, I do know that some of the pre sale cameras also had a fault with the internal mic but this firmware fixed mine.

[@DE78]

@@M_T_Motorbike_Travels I updated the firmware as well and it didn’t help at all 😢

[@M_T_Motorbike_Travels]

@@DE78 I have just finished a video re the Brave 7 audio will be uploading it shortly, also try turning wind noise reduction off, it worked for me.