Best Microphones for Video? (Video Mic Review & Comparison!)

[@alexanderlyon]

My two cents. For my set up, I use a lapel mic but run it into an audio recorder so I don't need to be tied to the camera. Plus, there's a limiter on my audio recorder which helps with peaks and it sounds better than my camera as a way to record it. Congratulations also on 100k. No surprise to me. You guys rock.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Alex! Yep, the next step beyond the microphones itself is the camera or recorder to get the most out of the microphones 👍 Thanks for sharing your setup with us, the audio recorder is a solid and popular option 😃

[@wordtalkpro]

Communication Coach Alex Lyon Hey Alex. What lavalier mic do you use? Also, what audio recorder? Thx!

[@alexanderlyon]

I currently use the Smartlav+ by Rode. You can hear it on my recent videos where you see me talking to the camera. The audio recorder is the Tascam DR-05. There are lots of good audio recorders and most new phones are great with the right audio app. I do also own the Boya mic mentioned by Justin. I like that one too. For some reason, the Smartlav+ just sounds a little better to me for my voice.

[@wordtalkpro]

Communication Coach Alex Lyon Great information. Thank you for responding. Thank you for your help. I'll check out your recent videos so I can hear the rode mic. The boya mic continues to be mentioned in my research. Maybe I'll give it a shot, too. As for audio, I'll have to find a good app for my pixel 2 xl. Will look into Tascam you mentioned as well. Thx again for your help. I appreciate you.

[@alexanderlyon]

Hey WordTalk Productions. You'll probably have some good luck with your phone for audio with the right app. I'm sure there are good reviews for free and inexpensive audio apps out there. In fact, I'm pretty Primal Video has done some reviews of audio apps. Good luck with it.

[@jaigarcia2507]

I love the detailed info that you put into each video. I was worried you were going to deafen us when you tapped the mic lol!

[@TechyMohit]

*Congratulations for 100k*

[@gianchand9992]

Congratulations for 100k

[@TCgaming27]

900K now

[@andymoorey2k]

1 million now

[@GrumpyMansREVIEWS]

Great video as usual congratulations on 100k I remember when I found your channel at 25k I thought it’s a matter of time till this channel hits 100k+ your channel has been great help for me thanks

[@clearanceninja8762]

Really enjoy your no nonsense videos. I'd love to see on on the best cheap gaming headsets and how to live stream from Xbox One to KZbin for free with no computer. Keep up the good work.

[@CoachBay]

Justin! This is my favorite video on microphones. Thanks man. Really helpful. I have bought both the RODE VideoMic Pro+ and the RODE Filmmaker Kit for my Canon 800D. Both mics are awesome. Hi5 from Hong Kong.

[@GameplayandTalk]

Fantastic video. I added one of those Boya lapel mics to my Amazon wishlist. I have tried a couple of cheaper ones over the years but they all sounded terrible. Looking forward to giving this Boya one a try.

[@DoctaM3]

Awesome suggestions. You definitely need good audio--it can make or great an awesome video.

[@PeteWoronowski]

Another very helpful video Justin! I really appreciate not only the suggestion but you giving the reasons why. Very best to you always, Pete

[@AbbeyHowe]

Hey! I found you through the VidPow podcast. Thanks for the helpful tips! I use a rode mic when I’m shooting vlog videos with my Canon 70D, but for bigger scale sketches with more than one actor, I use lavs.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Abbey! Thanks for sharing your setup, we try to carry a couple of lavs, and shotgun microphones to get the most out of any situation too 😃👍

[@rjtech1193]

Gratz on 100k+ now lets go to 200k!

[@PrimalVideo]

haha thanks RJ!

[@TheBrokenMeeple]

I use shotgun usually as I HATE lavalier microphones. I’ve never found a single one where the quality is any good without a tonne of tweaking in post which I’m sure yours required to sound as clear as you do. The hissing is always such a pain and unavoidable.

[@TinyKideo]

Thanks man! Will go for Boya my built in audio is always not good for sure

[@judithhx1270]

What type of microphone would you reccomend for recording music? Both singing and piano

[@techyticker]

I am using maono au 100 lavalier microphone, I get a "hissss" in the audio background. any idea how to avoid this or eliminate the background noise? Recording in a closed space with nothing to make any noise in the background.

[@eneyoayaz2062]

My lavalier mic from boya picks noise alot.. Please which can i buy for outside shooting with my phone.. Need a microphone that’s not gonna pick up noise

[@papason5153]

Wow 100k subs already 👏👏

[@spicygaming8779]

Close to 1m!

[@Danmoorevt]

Also, you REALLY do look like Chris Martin. But it wasn't until the headline statement on your website that I put that together.

[@floriebrown2089]

Thanks for the video it has been very helpful to learn about the differences, it helps in making up ones mind for the best suited microphone. Your the best Justin.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! Glad this helped you out 😀

[@alynndollhouse1367]

AWESOME🐼 thanks for the help and info

[@laurenkinghorn]

Awesome video, Thanks for your great content, Justin!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks! Sure thing Lauren! More content on the way 👍

[@waeladel]

Whish one can be connected to an Xbox one controller? i am thinking of using a y cable to split mic and headphone (trrs male to 2 trs females, headphone and mic), then attach a headphone to the headphone end and attach one of these mics to the mic end for better quality in party chat and twitch streaming directly from the xbox. Also can the BOYA Lavalier BY-M1 be connected to the controller in "microphone mode" (the one that doesn't require to use the mic battery)? The xbox controller power is 5v --- 480mA and it's audio output is trrs (CTIA not OMTP).

[@PrimalVideo]

I'm not sure about that one sorry

[@BLAKHARTFILM]

Thank you for the tips and info. I believe a shotgun mic would be best suited for my filming. The Boya BY--PVM100L is within my budget, but I would like a professional opinion about the recording quality, before I purchase. I see that the reviews on Amazon are very inconsistent.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome 👍

[@framerw47]

Great video Justin! And congratulations on 100K+ subs. 👍👍 I've been using my old Shure PL-95 mic that I used on stage back in the 80's with an XLR adapting to 1/4 inch connector into 1/8 connector into the computer. It sounds good but I seem to be losing a lot of signal. I guess it's time to bite the bullet and upgrade. I hate to put the Shure away as it's served me well since 1984! 😁

[@GenealogyTV]

Justin, how do you tape the lava Lear microphone under the clothes not get rustling sounds from the clothing? I’ve tried this a couple times and every time I get noise from clothing rubbing on the microphone. Any suggestions?

[@PrimalVideo]

here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGiriaulbZh7qZI

[@chanakyanani]

Will Rode Videomicro work with usb c port only phones? oneplus 8 pro?

[@trip_studio]

Hey...please help me..i want to shoot some cooking videos...i want to use 2 or 3 cameras for different angles..can i connect one mic to all my cameras ..for recording the same sound...i need to have one mic for each camera??

[@pandorakaravanBAND]

Great video Justin. Thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem!

[@salvadorrodriguez13]

Not sure if you can answer, all i have our boyas for the lav..but i find i get a lot of wire noise...any recommendations? this is while having the lav tucked under the shirt.

[@sdm4186]

Thank you very much for the video! It is really helpful for somebody like me who is starting out.

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad to know it's been helpful!

[@marquecallanta8598]

Thank you so much !! Ive just started my vlogging channel and my audio isnt as great been looking for what kinds of mics i should this was rly helpful

[@thee-educationhub351]

Very detailed video! Thank you!!

[@twodimensionalparanormal]

Brilliant information ❤️😊

[@Danmoorevt]

Thank you soooo much for this channel and series!! Any asmr tips for iPhone setup + mic?

[@timschallenge5177]

Thank you for the video, it has brought great perspective of each microphone. I am glad I found this channel to help me get the microphone I need ..... Thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! Glad you find it useful!!

[@dudepersonvids]

The lighting on you/the presenter is leaning heavily magenta, if you didn't realize. I'd recommend some plus green gel, or less "minus green" if you've already gelled your lights to correct them.

[@offgridsweden]

Great video. Greetings from Andreas on Off Grid Sweden

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey! Thanks for stopping by 😃

[@WickyPayne]

If I wan't to capture multiple people around say the 360 camera, what can i use instead of lavaliers. For example I want also all sounds in enclosed room (e.g. pets). probably something like those zoom telephones?

[@TheHindiTechnical]

Congratulations bro for 100k

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks mate, congrats on the growth of your channel!!!

[@leanderjackiegrogan]

Thanks so much for the valuable reviews. Very helpful. As an affiliate marketer myself I wanted to use your links below to go to the product. But they all seem to go to Amazon. I try to avoid buying "everything" at Amazon because I know I'm creating a monopoly as these other competitors drop off. I'm old enough to remember when AT&T had a monopoly on home phone services and could tell you they'd be out in 2 weeks, take it or leave it. Amazon recently upped the cost of Prime and now has a policy that says if you buy one book, you CANNOT review that book unless you buy a total of $50 in books. Your one purchase does not rate as a legitimate purchase, take it or leave it. A some point, they're going to force you to be a Prime member or get penalized on each purchase. You can see it coming. Do forgive me. This is a stretch from the discussion of quality mics. And Amazon is so good at what they do, they certainly deserve to lead the market. But with only Amazon links, you're helping to create this monopoly that will come back to bit us all in the butt. I'm merely suggesting to have some Ebay and Overstock and other options as well. I use Amazon; I don't want to sound like a hypocrite. But I am careful to spread my purchases around. Okay, keep up the go work. Your presentation is outstanding,

[@anthonyvare4676]

Thanks for the video Justin. I bought the Boya BY-M1 Lavalier Microphone to use with my Dell Latitude Laptop. I've plugged it into the audio Jack but i only get a very low output when I replay what I have recorded. It appears to be playing it back through the mic. Can you help?

[@roisincure]

I just had a look on Amazon and a few of the reviews of the Boya BY-M1 lav mic say that while the sound quality is good, the overall build quality is not, and it stops working after two months (with only a month guarantee). Do you recommend a better-quality mic at a reasonable price? Thanks

[@fp4man542]

Róisín Curé I've been using a couple of Boya BY-M1 mics in school for just over a year without any problems. The audio quality is more than good enough for education use and the long cable is a bonus.

[@australiankaleidoscope613]

Very important information. Thank you very much.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem 👍

[@Estudio4110]

Incredible explanation! Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Jorge!!

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

Nice video Justin, thanks for making it, mate. Would an NT-USB boomed just out of frame in a talking head shot pick up clearly?

[@PrimalVideo]

NT-USB is a good mic, but does pick up quite a bit of surrounding noise if you're not right up next to it. a shotgun mic like the new Rode NTG could be an option

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

Justin Brown - Primal Video Thanks for the advice Justin. Have a good New Years tonight, mate. Cheers.

[@sketchuphub]

Hi Justin, thanks for this very useful video! I'm an online educator and currently use a Blue Yeti microphone to record my online tutorials (it's ok but can be temperamental with Windows updates). I'm going to record a different type of tutorial where I'm going to have my iPhone positioned directly above my desk to record a practical task that I'll be teaching. I'm going to have the iPhone attached to a tripod, and I'll also have two LED lights on stands directed at the desk. I'm not going to use the Blue Yeti because it won't be practical due to distance, so that leaves me with a Lavalier mic or a Shotgun mic. I'm going more in the direction of the Lavalier. Can you let me know if you agree with this and if so, do you still recommend the Boya? Thanks, Anita!

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey Anita, my go to microphone right now is the Rode Wireless Go and I think that would be a good fit for you! 👍

[@sketchuphub]

@@PrimalVideo Hey! Thanks for getting back to me so quickly! Any particular reason why you've stopped using the Boya?!

[@PrimalVideo]

Boya is great! I just got the Rode Wireless Go to try and haven't turned back, works really well.

[@sketchuphub]

@@PrimalVideo Ok, thanks!

[@London_drives]

Congrats for the 100k subs. Do you think the GH4 is a good purchase now in 2018 as used or what u would recommend for awesome 4K video. Mainly still video on a tripod.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks! Big fan of the GH4 but the G85 is also a cheaper, solid option too. We have used the GH4 for 99% of the videos on this channel but purchased a GH5 last week, purely for the dual sd cards so we have a backup of our footage while recording.

[@DuaneToops]

Thanks for these great video! I'm still pretty new to creating content and this video is extremely helpful!

[@EmmaCarpenterIllustration]

Hi Justin, really enjoying your videos, they’re really informative and clear, which is great for technophobes like me 😊 I bought the Boya microphone but I’m having problems with it. I’ve also just got a 2nd hand canon g7x but there’s no audio input, so I have to plug the microphone into my computer. Depending on which jack I plug it into it either comes out crackly or quiet. Any suggestions?

[@deletedchannel5730]

2:50 my mini microphone dosen’t capture any sounds when i plug it into my camera (Canon Eos 600D) helppp

[@its.afiqdne]

Is there any other choices for camera that don't have a microphone jack. Because my camera only have a USB port and HDMI.

[@OhPervyOne]

Have you looked into getting an audio mixer? You can plug the mics into the mixer and plug the mixer into the cam USB port. Another option is just to get a separate audio recorder and edit the video to use that audio and sync it.

[@griselgallardo956]

What mic would be good for voiceover? Would that be the podcast one? Or could you use a lavalier for that as well?

[@LindaUrsin]

How about wiring a lapel mic to your phone to record and then synching the sound in editing? That way you have the freedom to move

[@flipflinstone6494]

Hi, i have an Iphone X, How do you connect the mic to that phone? And does the iphone regonize the mic is installed? Or do you have to in a menu on the phone to select it?

[@maryambuhari4911]

Go and watch think media microphone video

[@jonnyives5018]

I just realize that Justin has a 100K+ subs. Congrats. May more subs and likes come.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks for the support!

[@fg_fan5873]

What is the best microphone for voice over videos with animations?

[@billiemurray8268]

I am absolutely new new new to this, but have taken your recommendation of the Rode Videomicro. I made this decision based on versatility and price. To be honest you sold them all to me and I want them all lol, but reality check, I just need it for a few uni assignment videos and hopefully once my career is started in teaching, some quick flicks for learning enhancement for my students. My last assignment I had HEAPS of wind interference using my iPhone, so I had to create an audio file to layer over the top!!! lol. sooooo bloody tricky to say something exactly the same way you did prior to get the lips in sync. lol. #makesmegigglesonreflection. Thanks for your help :))

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it 😀 Thanks Billie!

[@Assamesemominusa19]

Hey Justin i bought a Boya M1 microphone but it is not working for my voiceover...it makes noise...so why it happened nd what budget friendly microphone do you suggest?please reply

[@PrimalVideo]

I now use the Rode Wireless Go and that works great!

[@Assamesemominusa19]

@@PrimalVideo Dts great ..nd somehow I managed that mic for voiceover..otherwise its great..thanks for your reply

[@knanandkar]

Super info thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Welcome :)

[@koorbmeh]

How about stereo microphones? What are those for?

[@MotoRaider]

Hello, Rhode video mic me does seem to be working with in built camera app of one plus 5T. What other options do I have? Also are there better android camera app for video recording other than open camera.

[@KishanKumar-mz3xr]

Do you work for Rode? Great video though.

[@PrimalVideo]

We just find that they are good microphones! Thanks!

[@richardjhhh]

Great Video Justin. I am wanting to screen record my video course, I am unsure about using a podcast mircrophone like the Rode NT as I move my head alot and I think the sound wont be consistent. The BOYA BY-M1 looks like a good option, but how does the sound ultimately compare to a podcast mic like the Rode NT. Should I focus on trying to keep my distance to the mic consistent and then go with the Rode NT or is the Boya BY-M1 very similar in audio and I should just do that as it will allow me more freedom to move my head around. thanks!

[@yashmenghani9613]

HI Justin which App is the best to use with external microphone?

[@Konstantinos_Mtxs]

Dude, how am I supposed to find battery for my boya bym1 mic??

[@DougGreene]

Nice review! Thanks for doing this. I'm curious ... does the Rode NT USB mic have an "gain" control on it? Almost all USB mics I've used with Windows 10 simply don't have enough "ooomph" to put out a usable signal. The only major exception to that rule is the Blue Yeti USB which DOES have a gain control.

[@mapmanrah]

Thanks again great job

[@Eugenpopa]

Are you using the teleprompter for this video? :)

[@PrimalVideo]

I had notes on the teleprompter to speed up the shooting process 👍 especially with a long video like this.

[@danielacarraro5260]

Hello Justin, love your videos, what would you recommend as a wireless mic to do my classes in zoom? I teach qigong and I move and I make a lot of sounds...any recommendations? thank youuu

[@MrFSamuels]

Love this video.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@MustaphaBandado1]

I want to get Sennheiser 416 or Rode Pro plus

[@wardieleppan8443]

That was really helpful. Thanks! I try to film my standup sets from the back of the clubs using a Canon Vixia R800. What I'd like to do is improve the audio for my voice and also pick up the audience reaction. How best to do that? I was looking at the Røde GO but that, I think, would decrease the audio from the audience. Would a shotgun mic in that position ( at the back of the club) be able to solve the problem?

[@TechbyTawfiq]

amazing video and it is so usefull video

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad it was useful :)

[@HoudaGorman]

Thank you 🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Houda!

[@masterskullking4929]

Another useful video =)

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks mate!

[@aurkaroengineering5724]

Sir plx suggest best mic for vines videos

[@MichaelKrisa]

Justin if you were to use the Rode Reporter with an iphone to record audio - what sort of adpater would you recommend to do from XLR to 3.5?

[@PrimalVideo]

There are so many on ebay and amazon, I think Rode make one too. Just make sure you get one with a long enough cable.

[@FitViews]

I'm working on a new cooking channel. Would I be best with a lavalier or shotgun on a boom for really quality audio?

[@PrimalVideo]

If it's not going to be attached to you then go a shotgun microphone. 👍

[@OhPervyOne]

As someone who likes watching cooking and baking videos, one of the things I enjoy is the sounds people make in a kitchen... the whole kitchen ambiance thing just adds to the experience. After hearing Justin say that the shotgun mic picks up some peripheral audio, definitely I think the shotgun mic is the right choice, since I think all that ambiance is a good thing in a kitchen video. That's my two cents.

[@sofiiakostiuchenko3486]

I find your reviews very helpful but unfortunately I can't use your Amazon affiliate links because I shop in Amazon Canada. If you could include links for different countries this would help you get more support for your channel.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Sofiia, appreciate the support and i'll see what we can do regarding the links

[@adamblanch8732]

which microphone did you record this video on?

[@PrimalVideo]

Most likely the BOYA BY-M1 microphone

[@AfroditebyOlympia]

Yay!! 100K!!

[@SarinM]

Introduce different lapel mics

[@chewling3838]

Awesome !

[@PrimalVideo]

👍

[@DJBooks1]

Excellent

[@ayoziddy]

Do best phone editor for android and iOS plz

[@papason5153]

zidane williams he did long time ago,check his old videos

[@ayoziddy]

Wilson M. Send me the link of it

[@jaigarcia2507]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4bNo2aIobiMZsk I took the liberty of giving you the ios link

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Jai! 👍

[@Epicmango7]

Thanks

[@shadmanfaisal3668]

Heyy there..! A nice comparison video! Luv your work

[@MrinalSingh904]

So can we use rode video micro on dslr camera as well?

[@erlendo6556]

Mrinal Singh yes

[@papason5153]

Videomicro is mainly for dslr

[@PrimalVideo]

Yep! It just so happens it's also the best for smartphones because of it's size IMO

[@michaelforras]

“This video brought to you by Rode!” Haha just messing brother, awesome video as always!

[@PrimalVideo]

haha I spoke to them once, they didn't want anything to do with me.. meh.. their products are still the best bang for buck.. for now 😉

[@Darvid]

my PC doesn't have a built in mic

[@yourstrulytk12]

nice

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks

[@juliagmoraan]

First coment!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

well played!

[@dipchandyadav6307]

#VideoSoLong But interesting #Thanks #BoyaIsBestInBudget

[@stinkycarnival]

He’s got a wire!!!

[@stinkycarnival]

Btw thanks dude I’ve made a few purchases based off of your recommendations:))

[@gianchand9992]

Congratulations for 100k