Best Camera & Mic Setup for Moto Vlogging on a Motorcycle | DJI Action 4 | DJI Mic Adapter | MotoUK

[@ViciousXUSMC]

Thanks for the video. I am using the Action 4 on the helmet and a X4 on the front to get a bit more versitility. What I like to do is use one of the 32bit float recordre for my microphone (not use the recorder as the microphone). Instead of connecting it to the camera just attach it to the back of the helmet with a magnet or velcro or something. Just seems to have not only 32bit float but better pre-amps for theaudio. One thing I didn't see mentioned that I think is important to share is by using the mic adapter on this camera it no longer supports USB data so you have to pull your Micro SD card to copy the files off. This is what I assume based on my research could you confirm? That is a big deal I hate dealing with micro cards. I was really on the fence with the remote, it was less the cost and more the functionality that stopped me. I think I'll just continue to use my phone if needed. Something Insta360 does that DJI needs to do is allow using the GPS data when you edit your footage on your PC. Forcing usage of the phone app is a huge let down for a content creator that cares about quality and efficentcy. I found a way to work around this, but its a paid software. If I find a free way to do it, I'll be sure to share the knowledge and make a video about it.

[@paul_dobson]

Nice set up, but i believe the Instamic sounded a little clearer

[@MOTOUK1]

Yes the instamic is a professional mic, so will be better for voice but no bike noise. Both work well imo and i use the instamic as a back up recording but the wired is now a lot easier to edit 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Great set up there Nick! 👌🏼

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Hi, I have given you a mention, and linked you in the description of my vid trying with the OA 3.

[@MOTOUK1]

Ooh I’ll take a look thanks 🙏

[@cartzwheels]

Great video. I have the same set up. I do have a question. Before you applied the sugru, was there any play in the adaptor or was it very firm with no movement?

[@MOTOUK1]

So the reason I added sugru mainly was to secure the adapter as I noticed with a little pressure pushing down from top it unhinges and won’t work. So more to secure really

[@cartzwheels]

@@MOTOUK1 thank you, I have 2 cameras with 2 adaptors. 1 adaptor sits flush with no movement and takes quiet a lot to prize away. The other is quite lose and doesn’t take a lot at all for it to lose connection.

[@TheNakedBikers]

Hi Nick I’m surprised you’re bypassing the use of the DJI Mic 2 transmitter so freely. In effect it is a wired mic set up, as it records a backup. That audio via the DJI lav mic you’ve got should sound as good as the adapter. There may be more chance of interference or connection issues with the adapter even with the Sugru around it. If you haven’t, could you give it a go and provide test clip with the mic 2 transmitter and lav mic set up? Cheers, Len.

[@MOTOUK1]

I will give it a go Len, just don’t like wires into jackets from the lav. And mic 2 is larger than my Instamic to fit in mouth section comfortably

[@tvexpert_xd2388]

Realy clean sound

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@tvexpert_xd2388]

@@MOTOUK1 you probably drink alot Cheers m8

[@MOTOUK1]

@@tvexpert_xd2388haha actually I don’t drink 🚱 😂 cheers 🥤

[@andrewwhite271]

Thanks Nick , I’ve never filmed my rides but now you’ve explained it so well i think this is the the way I’am going to try . Thanks again .

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@user-fv1576]

Great video . Did you previously have insta 360s?

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks and yes but sold as a bit gimmicky and prefer normal cameras

[@Paulie44]

Did I miss it or did you explain how you record the engine sound? I’ve recorded a few bike tours with a GoPro but since upgrading to the GoPro Hero 10 a couple years ago the camera has been hit or miss with recording sound and I lost interest and stopped recording my rides due to then unreliability of the GoPro. I could be tempted to use a DJi camera as I’ve used the first generation handheld unit in the past and it was great. I’ve also used an Insta360 but that camera is more suited to snowboarding and skiing.

[@MOTOUK1]

No not missed I use the DJI action 4 with their adapter and their lav mic in helmet and it picks up voice also engine note

[@Paulie44]

@@MOTOUK1in that case it’s jolly good sound that it’s picking up the engine sound too (I thought you may still be using a separate InstaMic for the engine). Keep up the good work mate 👍

[@MasterOfNothing83]

That sugru looks very useful, I've never seen it before.

[@MOTOUK1]

It is I use it for lots of things around the house

[@RickMcGovern]

Surprised you aren't switching to the new DJI wireless setup.

[@MOTOUK1]

Issues that I see is if your not recording then the wireless mic switched off. Also a wired connection is always better imo

[@RickMcGovern]

@@MOTOUK1 I think it sounds just as good wirelessly - though I can see times when a wired connection may be better.

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

Very interesting and good timing - I want to get a set up before spring arrives. I'm not wanting to become a vlogger, I just want tp capture rides...no talking, just video and the sound of the bike. What mic set up would you use for that please? I'm guessing the mic would be positioned near the rear to capture the exhaust? Thanks for the vid!

[@MOTOUK1]

Same set up. Not sure why you want the lav mic near rear no need just put inside helmet

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

It’s because I won’t be doing any talking and just want the only sound to accompany the video to be from the exhaust…I thought it would be better to have the mic closer?

[@MOTOUK1]

@@jamesdonoghue5907trial and error as sometimes the loud exhaust will make mic peak so best to pop mic in a rucksack on back maybe. Sorry I don’t use this method

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

@@MOTOUK1 Thanks, I’ll go with the Action 4 as I see a few people complain about GoPro. Thanks for the info 👍

[@peterkinloch666]

Very interesting nick, thanks. Look forward to more of your videos.

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@Banditmanuk]

Looks a great set up Nick. We're big fans of the Action 4 but have not as yet perfected the Audio. This video is extremely useful. Thanks.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Richard, 🙏 key is to use the adapter and most importantly the DJI lav mic, then perfect audio/bike noise mix. Of and -5db in camera 👍

[@Themotograndpa]

Hi nick I’ve the action3 with the DJI wireless mic so plug the receiver in the side is the rubber easy to get of once stuck to your adapter? Keep up the great vids

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi 👋 yes the Sugru can be peeled off any time and leaves no residue. The mic adapter was designed around the action 4 as the gain setting work better with action 4 over the 3 but i believe the adapter to also work on the 3 camera but qaulity of the audio is not as good as the 4 imo

[@echsylon]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and preferences so generously, Nick! I enjoyed this video just as much as your other, more motorcycle focused material. Now, if memory serves me well, I do believe you too are a Triumphista. Do you by any chance also have the Triumph Connectivity Module fitted to any of your motorcycles? And more interestingly; if you do, can you say anything about the compatibility with the Action 4 cameras? Triumph themselves mention GoPro very briefly in their Connectivity Module prints, but I get the impression they do so more as an example than as an explicit commitment. I did notice your mentions of the DJI remote in this video, which may indirectly answer my question, but since I am a hopeless optimist I just have to ask anyway 😊

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi and thanks 🙏 so triumph system only works as far as I am aware on go pro. I do not use the triumph connect at all as had issues trying to connect and failed so don’t use it sorry. Yes I use the DJI remote to turn on 2 DJI 4 cameras and turn off again. Battery on remote is only 2 hrs though due to gps function so I hope DJI enable us a firmware so we can switch that off to enable longer life.

[@paulmedcalf8149]

What made you change from the osmo 3 and instamic set up

[@MOTOUK1]

Action 4 has bigger sensor so better picture and wired solution on action 4 is now I think the best action cam sound solution out there. Also let editing time as don’t need to sync video with audio

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Morning Nick. Looking back at this again, do you have a dead cat on the mic ? Cheers

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi Ian, yes I have the foam one on that came with the DJI lav mic

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@MOTOUK1great thanks.

[@sausagesandwichSA]

Great help mate..where in your helmet is your mic located ?

[@MOTOUK1]

Next to the side of the cheek pad

[@homeintheshed]

Cheeers Nick, just treated myself to the Action 4+ audio adaptor-no mic yet because they're out of stock. My main worry about this set up is wind noise! How have you dealt with this?

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi 👋 so set the db to minus 6 in the camera. The DJI lav mic does a really good job of tackling the wind better than most lav mics. Put the lav just tucking out of either cheek pad in mount area away from vents

[@davidforbes6464]

How long do the batteries last , how do you know if they have ran out and your not recording

[@MOTOUK1]

160 minutes 👍

[@brunski2981]

Thank you for sharing! Quick question, have you used an Insta 360, and if so, could you please share your opinions?

[@MOTOUK1]

I have had the Insta360 One R, Insta360 X1 and I just think 360 cams are not the best for viewers tbh so I sold all mine. I prefer straight shot cameras my preference being DJI action 3 & 4

[@paulmedcalf8149]

With the lav mic yiu reduce the gain of the mic on the osmo. How do you adjust this volume whilst editing?

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi Paul, yes i drop to -5db in the camera, when editing in my edit software i can adjust volume, i use iPad Pro and software is lumafusion for all my videos

[@exeterrider]

I found this so useful Nick, after being burnt my the audio on the 2, it's taking me a while to switch back into DJI, but to be fair, I liked what you were showing us there. I still prefer the GP colours, and rarely have had any issues but the times I have had issues, it's been bikes I rarely get to ride. Anyway, thanks for the info

[@MOTOUK1]

No problem, glad was useful 👍

[@GreyBiker99]

Great info Nick, thanks. I'm new to vlogging and have bought 2x Action 4's and the DJI wireless mic (one in my helmet and one in my wife's), but I like the sound you are getting from the lav mic much more, so I might try that instead. I've also got the same remote, and it works fine as long as the cameras don't go to standby when I have stopped recording, as it will not wake them up again if using it to control multiple cameras. I have contacted the DJI forum to see if this can be changed in a future firmware update. How do you get over that problem?

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi 👋 yes the key is the dji lav mic as it’s designed to work better with the adapter. Yes i have seen that the remote will not wake both cameras up and im hoping dji fix in a firmware update. I get over the problem by recording what i need and when i am out making videos it’s all about the video. I guess when i am on tour i may have to stop a few times to turn on and off cameras. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for a fix soon.

[@GreyBiker99]

@@MOTOUK1 I've just ordered the lav mic and adapter! I think the two wireless mics will work best when I am out with my wife, but the lav mic when I am solo should be perfect 😁. Thanks again for your help!

[@MOTOUK1]

@@GreyBiker99 no problem glad it helped 👍

[@GreyBiker99]

@@MOTOUK1 Hi Nick, sorry to pick your brains again, but can I ask how you have found best to mount the lav mike inside your helmet? Mine should be arriving today so I can give it a go 😁

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi 👋 yes I just record and don’t have the cameras shut down to get round the issue. I only record when I need to. Hopefully DJI can get the wake up sorted in a firmware update as a lot of people have complained about this

[@TheLostBoy01]

very useful info. thx!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Absolutely fantastic Nick. Even though I don’t have the Osmo 4, (I am still running the 3), hopefully the mic adapter and lav mic will work as well on that too. My set up of a Saramonic usb to 3.5mm plus Hama Notebook mic, works very well, but I am well aware how fickle the camera’s can be with 3rd party products. Better start saving again 🙄😂

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers Ian 🙏

[@TheDorsetRider]

Great video, Nick. I'm seriously thinking of upgrading now.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks 🙏

[@cbrider726]

@MotoUK Please could you tell me what video editor your using??? Gopro have great software so its important for me as i will be new to vlogging. Thanks .BTW i love your streams 👍👍👍For the camera that you use could i get a mount for a flip lid???

[@MOTOUK1]

I use iPad Pro and lumafusion have done for years now. On the flip lid I presume so but if your running a lav mic may be an issue with wire if camera mounted on chin

[@Ickaruz]

Hi Nick, thank you for guiding me to this video, I now have another question. Can the Action 4 be charged through the mic adapter and can you download videos from the camera with it too? Also, can the camera be used while charging? Sorry for making so many questions. Many thanks in advance

[@MOTOUK1]

Tbh I’ve not tried either as I don’t use the charge function. Also I always remove SD cards to download files

[@Ickaruz]

Fair enough, thank you for your response Nick

[@TheNorfolkThunderbolt]

Thanks for making this video! It’s answered a lot of questions for me just when I needed to know! Ironically, I was talking to Ian about this very thing the other day.

[@MOTOUK1]

Welcome 🙏

[@TheNorfolkThunderbolt]

@@MOTOUK1 I just bought the DJI Osmo Action 4, I got from official website refurbished for £229

[@IrelandRider]

Very informative, but I think the placement of the mic in your helmet should of been highlighted, as I'm a total novice wouldn't that make another huge difference? It would of been cool to see how and where you put your mic. Thanks for sharing and see you on your next adventure ✌️ 🤙 🤟

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi 👋 so the lav mic is just coming out of the cheek pad either side doesn’t matter. So right or left of the mouth no issues 👍

[@SimpleAsBDCs]

Great video keep up the good work I’m have to pick up a DJi Lav mic DJi has some killer equipment for sale from drones to action cameras and more giving great advice and commentary on their products the way u are I can see u being sponsored by them in the future…

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks 🙏 haha the amount I’ve spent on DJI over the years it would be lovely to have some gear to test @dji

[@SimpleAsBDCs]

@@MOTOUK1 u welcome…

[@actstuntcam]

That was awesome. I've been searching for some info on this adapter, as I was considering the DJI Wireless Mic2, or this. I wanted to hear how the 3.5mm adapter sounded - it sounded great. I also wanted to see if the 'waterproofing' issue could be solved. Question - I've heard you can't output the footage through the USB adapter and that it is for power only. Is this true? Are you getting your footage straight off the card? OR using the USBC out on the adapter? Please let me know, if you have time, as it is a major concern before pulling the trigger on the adapter, as opposed to the Mic2. VERY BEST REGARDS, CAM FROM NZ 😄👍

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi and thanks for tuning in. So no the footage cannot be taken out of the adapter. The micro SD card I take out and pop in my card reader to take footage to my iPad or computer

[@actstuntcam]

@@MOTOUK1 Thanks heaps for clarifying and getting back to me so fast 😮😮 - I still think the adapter is the choice for me :) However, the other downside is not being able to use the cage... hmmmmm, every option has a downside. I'll have to do some more thinking.

[@MOTO_LEW]

Dji came out with that new mic and it’s Bluetooth to the action 4 so everything is waterproof so that’s what il eventually be heading for but that’s a cracking setup ❤

[@ViciousXUSMC]

The DJI Mic 2 does indeed have BT, but you mind find the quality to be lacking and its more trouble for setup and faster drain on the battery. I would say use the Mic 2, but just record internally and sync your audio in post.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Nice neat setup that Nick. This will appeal to so many people as the wireless mic system still has a few flaws. 👌🎥

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers Dave 🍻

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

@@MOTOUK1 am I not wrong in thinking you did use a wireless system prior to this?

[@MOTOUK1]

@@thecrowfliescrookedyes that is correct