Audio Technica Shotgun Microphone Model ATR6550

[@mikeelek9713]

Good job with the real-world outdoors test. I think this mic is really a great replacement for the built-in mics on digital cameras and video cameras. I think there is too much hiss in the tele mode. This mic also works well indoors. I've used this in numerous situations, and it's always performed well.

[@Lightwing]

I got this mic the other day and had no problems with it. The tele mode you'll hear some hiss, but I think having a DXA Micro Pro definitely helped eliminate it.

[@richarda.phillips2181]

Great product, better if it had included a shock mount. How well would this work on a boom pole or a grip? Would the included mic stand holder can work as a grip too? Thanks.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

thanks for watching and commenting Richard, I guess for a "budget" mic they leave off shock mounts, good question about the mic stand holder, I never used it , If I was using this on a boom pole , I would want to make sure it is very secure , I do not think I would rely on the mic stand adapter

[@richarda.phillips2181]

Can't decide between this or the Azden SMX-10. Can't find any comparisons. Thanks for the reply.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Richard, I have tried a few of the Azden mic in the past and they have been fine , likely the Audio Technica and Azden are made in the same factory ( or similar) I know Boya (Chinese manufacture) has very "similar" units , either way they are both reasonably priced and will be much better than a cameras internal mic

[@mikeelek9713]

I ended up buying a shock mount. They aren't terribly expensive, and it was well worth the few dollars.

[@maxibr08]

what mic you were using were you were standind outdoors and with the audio thechnica in your hand or in the camara and no background noise? even when it seems windy behind (ex. in 4:47)

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Maxi, I was using a wireless LAV , the same one I was using for most of the video (used before and after the AT mic) thanks

[@OscarObians]

What if I put the camera a few feet away from the subject(s) and I wish to capture their voices like in an interview or movie scene like with a boom pole or off-camera mic stand how do I connect the microphone? That cable surely isn't long enough is that situation.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Oscar, you could have the mic about 3 feet away from the camera without the need for an extension cable , not sure if that would work for your situation or not , again the closer the mic is to your subject the better , you may want to plug into a separate audio recorder for the best results and then you do not have to be plugged in to the camera at all , thanks for watching

[@NarendraKumarJ]

Thanks for the video.. What lavaliere mic are you using

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Narendra, thank you for watching, I'm using a basic wireless LAv system, called TechPro (available at London Drugs in Canada )

[@NarendraKumarJ]

Excellent quality of audio by the Lav system, noise is almost non existent outdoors. Would be a greater choice compared to the shotgun if situation and budget permits.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

You're right , the LAV is a great way to go, if you have the budget , having the mic close to the speaker always gives the best result , but its tough if filming more than one person at a time

[@NEOMASS0]

have you tried plugging the mic into a separate preamp before connecting straight to camera? bc like you said the camera's built pre amp sucks .

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Neomass, thanks for watching , I have NOT tried the mic plugged into a pre-amp, but I imagine it would much better than plugging directly into a camera (especially if there is level control)

[@tylernajera1318]

Could this also be used for recording dialogue in post?

[@UtsabRocks]

loved it.... The video and the way you explained

[@unickolay]

Thanks! And what camera and lens did you use at 4:24-6:02?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Good eye, I switched from a Nikon D750 over to an Olympus Em-1

[@petenicezz]

What's the battery hour time when using this microphone.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Wow great question , the battery lasted for hours 8-10 hours or more , didn't use for weeks and then worked for at least 8 hours more , I was told if its a really good battery it could last up to 1000 hours, but have never tested that out , I never want to risk no sound for the price of an inexpensive battery

[@petenicezz]

ok, thanks, cause I be doing wedding videos so want to make sure the battery don't die half way thru when doing a wedding video shoot for the day.

[@louisgranado8799]

did you hear any hissing in the recording that you had to edit out ?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Louis, thanks for watching, I did not get any hissing and I did not make any modifications or filtering in editing , sound is straight out of the camera ( note some cameras have mic level adjustments, you may want to check this if you are getting hiss) or using an extension cable can cause it as well

[@Keepingitsimp]

which lav mic were you using? I was so impressed with the sound from it.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Thanks for watching, the LAV I was using is Techpro ( a house brand that I imported for London Drugs) not available outside Canada

[@Keepingitsimp]

Thank you for responding!

[@Keepingitsimp]

Between the Shure MVL and Rode Smartlav+ which one would you recommend?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Both Brands are very good I have never tested Shure , but I do know the Rode is very good

[@Keepingitsimp]

The Photo Buyer Guy thank you for responding, I bought the RØDE SmartLav Plus. It works perfectly with my Zoom H5.

[@adrimaulanasadira]

What lens did you use for the first scene in this video?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Thanks for watching Adri, it's been a while since I shot this, I believe it was the Nikon 85mm f1.8 , however , I do also use the Sigma 50mm f1.4 occasionally

[@adrimaulanasadira]

The Photo Buyer Guy thank you for answering. I found that the shot is amazing cause the bokeh looks rounded and bent. It's amazing. Idk it reminds me of anamorphic for some reason lol

[@matias3384]

sory, my bad, the problem was that the preamp of the dslr's are so bad that there is no way to record good sound, there is too much hissing... it is better to spent money in a digital recorder instead.

[@송대환-p2x]

can i put ATR-6550 on a pole?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Yes, in the unboxing portion you can see the included adapter . thanks for watching

[@huanglaoshi3929]

can i use this/plug it in a laptop? (windows)

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

in the Mic 3.5mm port yes

[@FrankJAlejo]

Would this work on a computer?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hi Frank, yes it would if your computer has a 3.5mm jack , although for working close to computer a shotgun mic wouldn't necessarily be my first choice, unless you were trying to record something that is a little further away, thanks for watching

[@aaronlowe3156]

Frank J. Alejo I would recommend a Neewer NW-800 or a Floureon BM-800 for a computer. With the extra money, you can get a scissor arm and pop filter. And possibly a phantom power module. This mic (The Audio Technica) is more geared toward video production and isolating sound from the sides. Certainly not ideal when you have so much opportunity to capture audio at a computer desk.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Thanks for recommendations Aaron !

[@GarbageDayProductions]

Amazing video. You just earned a new subscriber.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Hey, thanks a lot GDP , very much appreciated !!

[@fototutoriales7466]

thanks

[@xhytype]

The AT 6550 i got was a trash and the built it mic does even better than this mic...

[@rainboyrain]

Thanks you....I was going to buy Rode VMGO Video Mic GO, but I will buy this one.

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Thanks for watching rbflowin, I have not tested the Rode piece, but I understand they are very good too

[@MatterSpace]

anyone else almost seize from the white flashes in the back?

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

For some people white flashes are very common and are normally harmless. They are more common if you are short-sighted or as you get older, maybe consult a physician .

[@Browaresss]

Great video, actually help me a lot with decision;)

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

Thanks Marcin, I appreciate the kind comment

[@learningfilm3125]

What did you end up deciding and are you happy with that decision?

[@aaronlowe3156]

Lol, Audio Techniqua

[@thephotobuyerguy4138]

lol, yes I know , but Audio TECH-NI-CA , doesn't sound as much fun as Audio- Technique-A does lol, thanks for watching Aaron