Can we FIX the DJI Wireless 2 transmitter?

[@RobertWindley]

Excellent video.I love the way you called out DJI on this one.Yes they have great products and alot of B.S. Also.They hate to tell you that you need two Mics to record stereo.Thats more money for them.DJI is slick.You must keep your guard up with them.Keep up the good work.

[@TechMixr]

@@RobertWindley thank you. I was a little disappointed when I saw others defending DJI, but a few of you are seeing the reasoning for my making this video. I appreciate the compliment as well 🙏🏾

[@ForbiddenWellness]

I love the mic and I love your critique over it! Excellent first video of me watching from you 🙏

[@ziyansanmgr2509]

AWESOME VIDEO SIR !!!! CONTENT AND EDITING IS AWESOME!!!!

[@TechMixr]

@@ziyansanmgr2509 I appreciate the comment, thank you 🙏🏾

[@pishedbloke]

The Mic 2 is sold with the wireless receiver bundle also. Any wireless mic would need a receiver to work, but that's just me. The standalone Mic2 is sold for Pocket 3 users who want an extra mic to connect directly, or as a replacement in case you damage yours, and you don't have to buy a whole new set to replace it.

[@TechMixr]

It doesn't need the receiver to work for some purposes. The point is that they sell the mic on its own and advertise that it's 32 bit capable. What they don't say is that you need additional hardware. I did the tests in this video without the receiver in use (it was un-paired from the mic). If the intention to sell the mic was strictly for Pocket 3 users or as a spare, they should disclose that you need a set with the receiver, or the Osmo Pocket 3 to get full use from it. Instead, it markets the low price point to get people who don't know better to buy the mic on its own. Go on reddit and you'll see angry people complaining about this. No other company gets away with this kind of thing, and as good as a company as DJI is, this is shameful.

[@pishedbloke]

@@TechMixr I guess some people were confused, and the company should not assume everyone to be tech savvy. You are right, they should cater their information to all levels of customers

[@TechMixr]

@@pishedbloke believe me, I hate even protesting this at all. I do LOVE that company, and doing this video probably will disqualify me from getting a sponsorship from them later in life like many other content creators get. But the reality is, it needed to be said. I hope the broader community holds them accountable so that they don’t pollute their corporate values with this kind of thing. There are very few quality-companies left that don’t participate in this practice. Don’t want DJI to fall behind.

[@Matt-fo4gg]

@@TechMixr Realistically it's not that difficult for them to solve this either - they could do a firmware update that allows the mic to have config settings on a .txt file in the internal storage. So anyone without a receiver or Action 4/Pocket 3 can toggle settings that way. On reddit they're actually suggesting that people go and find a DJI store to change the settings, and on their forum they just tend to reply with "We've forwarded this onto the team for feedback" such a joke, the lack of urgency to fix such a major oversight. & like you said at the end, there's no reason the standalone mic can't do 32bit. Appreciate you doing the video too, they 100% need to be called out on this stuff. Last product I had from them was the first DJI Pocket and that had similar oversights. Like if you plug your Android phone into it as the monitor/controller, the phone would drain power from the camera. Yet I think an iphone would charge the camera (as most would expect). All the comments on the forums were effectively "That's just how it is, we can't do anything about it". Apparently it does it on the Pocket 2 as well. I think the worst part is when their fans justify their poor design choices and oversights.

[@TechMixr]

@@Matt-fo4gg you nailed it. I was genuinely disappointed by some of the responses to this video. I’m not trying to be click bait at all. I mean this probably hurts my ability to ever get a brand deal with them in the future, I just wanted to make people aware of what was actually happening. The sad reality is that there will be fans who justify companies doing these bad practices which ultimately hurts consumers. Objectivity tends to be lost at times. For example, I exclusively use Apple products because it’s easier for my workflow. But, but no means am I an Apple fanboy (check my WWDC video)- I dunk on them constantly for their shortcomings and weird marketing. I guess it is what it is. But back on topic, the txt file idea would work and is a great idea (extremely similar to how Elgato allows you to change some settings on their 4K 60 S capture card by editing the settings txt file on the SD card).

[@charliebrownn6622]

"Make deal with Jesus" i love it ! 😅 great video !

[@imdavemtz]

I found some information that if you plug a mic the 32bit is activated without rx but would like to know before buying luckily you made this video🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@TechMixr]

@@imdavemtz I wish just plugging it in would change the bit setting, sadly that isn’t the case. If you plug a mic into the transmitter, it will stay in 16 bit. The only way to change this setting, is with the receiver unfortunately, or the DJI Osmo Pocket 3.

[@imdavemtz]

@@TechMixr wow thanks for the let me know. I appreciate it a lot I may do a similar solution if o don’t find anything better. I need a small easy and fast to use to record some crucial moments without a big setup.

[@DroidModderX]

"gotta make deals with Jesus" haha

[@TechMixr]

😂 I'm subbed to your channel on my other account. Thanks for the comment! Subbing w/ this one now lol

[@DroidModderX]

@@TechMixr Thanks man

[@eprohoda]

Techmixr! how awesome uploading~have a good one- 🌟

[@TechMixr]

Thanks! You too!

[@homecinematech]

Thank you for sharing this technical detailed video and I totaly agree even though I use DJI in my works I dont like their attitude Probably they planed these things only will be used with pocket 3 or their own cameras kind of idea is the main reason I guess because if it was working with a smartphone than nobody I guess nobody would buy anything else . Actually I was going to buy single unit becaue I have lots of equipment in my studios and home so I was looking for any down sides of this and found your channel. I am happy I found your work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge . I wish your channel grows faster . I am still goingto buy it I guess because I have pocket 3 and seems like I can tune inside my camera.

[@TechMixr]

Thank you ❤️🙏🏾 I wish they wouldn’t participate in this type of practice. They’re such a great company and I really hope this attitude doesn’t become their corporate trend. Thanks again for the super kind words. Means a lot 🙏🏾

[@BreezzersGaming]

I came across your video, knowing nothing about the 24bit, 32bit, I just did the firmware update v04.05.01.11 for the DJI Mic2, I purchased for my pocket 3, In my Action 4, wireless mic options there is a option 32bit, does this work?

[@TechMixr]

@@BreezzersGaming yes that should work fine! The video is just to illustrate that if you didn’t buy an action 4 or the full set (like if you just purchased the transmitter as a solo device)- DJI claims it’s capable of 32 bit audio. But you need to buy additional hardware and they don’t provide any other solution to change the settings (and going to a store and using a demo model doesn’t count) lol I hope this helps!

[@BreezzersGaming]

@@TechMixr well thanks, I didn't know the difference between 24/32bit. I use the Pocket3 for a web cam, (i Know expensive web cam. LOL) and the action 4's (I have 3, and the remote) I'm using on my Harley Drag Bike, and I just paired 1 of the action 4's with the Mic 2......the wind buffering was crazy when its mounted on the handle bars.

[@wes_film]

I think the issue has to do with the transmitter/recorder patent held by Zaxcom in the US, who have sued Rode in the past for violating. Having the receiver AND the transmitter might be the work around for the patent to not get sued. Deity and Zaxcom have made a deal where they can do it with their theos lavs. The question is if you bought one of these in Europe would you still have the same issue? If you do then yeah DJI should correct it.

[@TechMixr]

@@wes_film interesting take! It may be worth asking someone there to check. The issue is that on all of their product pages, there’s no mention of this limitation. They tout that the Mic 2 transmitter only is capable of 32 bit, but don’t specify anywhere that you need the receiver. Wouldn’t that put them in hot water legally just based on their product pages? As it stands now, it comes across as anti-consumer.

[@shantanusinghmertia7617]

Does it stay in 32 bit float or it reverts back to the default?

[@TechMixr]

@@shantanusinghmertia7617 so far it has remained in 32 bit float, even after the firmware update

[@wakeywarrior]

Ask someone with a Pocket 3 to connect it and switch it on? Seems odd I agree,

[@Brianized]

Interesting test! Shame they had to cripple it like that. For me though, wireless is just unnecessary.

[@TechMixr]

@@Brianized I agree. I’ve been mostly lucky. In the latest video I’m working on, I just recorded internally on the mic and the scratch audio is the on-camera mic. I can definitely hear the difference vs using the original DJI mic with the receiver wired in to receive the wireless audio. I use Final Cut Pro and literally, the first thing I do is sync the audio up, remove the scratch audio, do my color correction/ grade and then make a compound clip (nested clip for other NLEs). Then do my edits as needed. I think this will serve well as I really don’t have a need for the wireless receiver. If I do need it, I have my DJI wireless 1 set although, I find myself using it less and less as of late. Also, as long as the timeline is set to 48 khz- I haven’t noticed any audio drift whatsoever even having done a 2 hour session. So the internal recording is great on the transmitter, but the USB speed is a little painful. The cheaper NAND flash worries me.

[@Brianized]

@@TechMixr my DJI internal recordings had drop outs, and that made it impossible to rely on for recording and syncing, so I would test that before using it for something critical! Yup, I saw a huge difference in the baked in audio vs the internal recording on the DJI mics. We invested in a Mix Pre iii and Audio Technica AT875 shotgun mics and have no regrets.

[@TechMixr]

@@Brianized once I start making good money on KZbin - I’ll probably do the same. So far this has worked for me. I can completely understand why you went that route though. Using this method is a little bit on the bungee jumping side of work flow 😂🤦🏾‍♂️

[@Brianized]

@@TechMixr this is one of four of our channels.... yeah, it's a bigger investment, for sure, and our main channel earns enough to make it worthwhile :)

[@TechMixr]

@Brianized I can’t wait to be in a similar position 💪🏾 - glad to see you’re thriving!

[@lionelweedon5306]

You can achieve 32 bit float audio, recording internally if you use an external mic

[@TechMixr]

@@lionelweedon5306 only if you change the setting using a receiver. Simply plugging in an external mic doesn’t enable 32 bit float recording on the transmitter internally (tried this before)

[@DroseMr]

Yeah

[@LouisLuzuka]

U r very wise 😮

[@petercofrancesco9812]

I think this is done to "encourage" you to buy the receiver. But honestly 32bit isn't a big of a deal as you might think. The point of these devices is to capture dialog and even with 32bit it is possible to clip by shouting into the mic because it exceeds the sound pressure of the mic and the preamp. In addition it doesn't transmit 32bit so it doesn't prevent clipping of the wireless only the recording.

[@TechMixr]

@@petercofrancesco9812 The way I’m using it is via the recording in the transmitter and syncing in post (I sync video all day as a video contractor so this workflow is easy) I noticed a huge difference going from the wireless 1 to the wireless 2 (especially using voice in isolation Final Cut) - 32 bit float is kind of a game changer for many, including myself as I’ve been in production for 20 years and this new-found flexibility is amazing. That being said, I don’t have a massive issue with it not being able to change settings without the additional hardware - it is annoying. The issue is DJI not disclosing this in the sale of the standalone transmitter. And their solution is to ‘go to a nearby DJI store and connect the transmitter to a sample device for function settings’, is tone deaf (that was their reply to me on Twitter / X): x.com/djisupport/status/1817752775364891085?s=46&t=U44riVumKHtwb8ECCKmz7A

[@danceshoutyyc]

What a pile of nonsense. Thanks DJI

[@TechMixr]

@@danceshoutyyc total nonsense. This borders on DLC territory……

[@LouisLuzuka]

Finally ❤someone said it 😅

[@glasgowharleyrider]

Did a firmware not assist this issue?

[@TechMixr]

@@glasgowharleyrider if they fix the ability to make the changes (without needing the additional hardware) by pushing a firmware update, I’ll happily post a ‘thank you’ video - I’d even consider taking this one down. No fix as of yet.

[@EdwardKilner]

DJI: Don’t worry about guys like this. Just ignore him. 🇨🇦

[@TechMixr]

@@EdwardKilner I’m not sure if you’re being sarcastic or serious.

[@EdwardKilner]

@@TechMixr Not being sarcastic. You obviously know audio equipment, and have lots of it. The one Mic2 I own came with my P3 and I love it. Might buy another with receiver to use it with my Nikon. I understand it’s part of an integrated system and I understand how it was specified because I’m an old engineer and know these things. That jury rigged setup was risable. If you ever told us what you plan to use the stand alone Mic2 for, well I have forgotten it. It likely was not, and should not have been a requirement for DJI design engineers to consider, then or now.

[@LouisLuzuka]

Step 1, have enough money for both mics 😮

[@TechMixr]

😂

[@marinrealestatephotography]

Thank you, Sean. It's kind of a puzzle why DJI did this.

[@PoloHungary]

why they not lett you change in the Dji app ,bt device and not allow to change to 32 bit ,very arrogant bad company! i wanted this mic and enough to me one ,but find someone to change the settings who has the receiver or dji store beg for it if your country has dji store!

[@TechMixr]

@@PoloHungary exactly. This is such a bad oversight by DJI and it’s very disappointing.

[@delrayguy399]

32 bit float works on the DJI Action 4 you can enable it in the menu

[@TechMixr]

@@delrayguy399 but that’s not the point. The point is, they sell the transmitter on its own and advertise that it does 32 bit float. Not that you need extra hardware to enable it. It’s in the video.

[@AminOnPC]

Very thorough video man! What a shame DJI overlooked this and we're practically forced to buy the receiver. Very spicy edits too btw hehe

[@TechMixr]

@@AminOnPC 🙏🏾👌🏾❤️ thank you my dude!

[@Mohit4GHGaming]

I bought a DJi Mic 2 July 18th. I been trying to update the firmware using Windows but it keeps says "RX Update failed, Restart & try again". Anyone know how to fix?

[@TechMixr]

Interesting. I’m all MacOS here so I have no idea. Maybe ask support or check reddit?

[@Mohit4GHGaming]

@@TechMixr Thank you, ill ask them

[@Akkigraphy]

i got action 4, bye bye

[@PointBlankCHL]

It's not stupid. People who buy a single DJI mic use it with the Action 4 or pocket 3....Those planning to use it with other cameras will buy the full set...

[@TechMixr]

@@PointBlankCHL then they should change the marketing material to reflect that it can only be used with those devices. It’s anti-consumer. They sell the receiver as a standalone and state it can be fully used on its own as a self recording device. And they advertise it as 32 bit. Defend them all you want, I don’t stand for these types of practices.

[@tommyjinexhile]

@@TechMixr I agree and I think a lot of people miss that point. If they just said up front you needed the receiver to change settings, then no problem. Otherwise how does anyone know without finding out themselves as you did? I was just about to order one, but now I have to reevaluate.

[@588ta]

What you are doing is wrong😢

[@TechMixr]

@@588ta ……. Elaborate?

[@tommyjinexhile]

@@TechMixr I would assume he meant it's wrong to order something from Amazon knowing you're going to return it. I don't feel bad about ordering something I know I'm going to return just to get free shipping with something else I want that wouldn't be eligible for free shipping by itself. I guess that's just me though.

[@heroharmonyVOD]

Wow. Thank you for this! I've been interested in mic 2 because of its bluetooth capability. Mainly I want to wirelessly connect it to an iPhone and IRL livestream like that. I wouldn't have the receiver. I'm not sure how important having access to 32 bit float audio is in that case, but this does sound pretty lame of DJI.

[@TechMixr]

@@heroharmonyVOD from their product page at the bottom: Point 4: When the DJI Mic 2 transmitter is connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth, intelligent noise cancelling is not available. Point 5: When the DJI Mic 2 transmitter is connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth, internal recording is not available. Point 5 means you won’t have 32 bit float. Here’s my take for you, if you are keeping your levels within control, it’s all good. If you’re out and about, you won’t necessarily have great control over audio levels. Also, I believe Bluetooth quality is heavily degraded. I’d get the full version with the receiver and plug in the receiver directly to your iPhone (there’s adapter pieces that snap onto the receiver with USB-C and lightning). This way, it’s not Bluetooth, the quality will be much better and if you wanted to keep a video later, you can internally record with it and get that 32 bit audio (as long as it’s enabled in the receiver beforehand). Plus you’ll retain intelligent noise cancellation. DJI makes great stuff and they seemed to be an awesome company. This is a serious miss for them.

[@heroharmonyVOD]

@@TechMixr ‼Much appreciated! If that's the case I would have to pass. I was hoping for an elegant solution that wouldn't require adding weight to the selfie/tripod. I don't need noise cancelling, but rather just a wind muff on windy or biking days. I guess it's best not to over engineer things. Thank you for your insight!

[@TechMixr]

No worries at all!