Connecting An External Mic To A GoPro Hero 5

[@FT099]

I was always under the impression that the Session did not support external mics. But you clearly show it working. Awesome!

[@skyshotsflorida950]

I'm amazed at the number of decent cameras there are out there with no audio input jacks. That said- thanks for a fine review

[@AirPhotography]

Indeed I’m not sure why it’s such a hard concept

[@elenatica53]

Air Photography its all about the money if they know you need it they could take away and make it another product like the mic adapter and make you buy the piece

[@renderyours510]

@@elenatica53 No it's because anyone who can afford a high end camera, can also afford an standalone audio recorder.

[@Fred-ff6bv]

I cant remember the video that we were talking on nor was I able to find it. But at your behest, I got the GoPro mic adapter for my hero 6 and the Rode VideoMicro Compact On-Camera Microphone with Rycote Lyre Shock Mount, and there is absolutely a very good improvement in audio quality. I have not yet tested it in the shop with the fans running, but I aim to do that tomorrow. I will let you know how it turns out. Thank you.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I agree on the Rode recommendation. I use the Rode VideoMic and the Rode SmartLav+ and rate both very highly in their respective price range.

[@swhight]

Really sucks that the mic can't be used when the GoPro is mounted in the Karma Grip. Their engineering department is pretty lame.

[@bevigilant5279]

GoPro is kind of lazy in their release. They lack vision in how far they can exceed. Their Gimbal sucks, their camera is still lacking in functionality. Their drones sucks as well. The only thing they have going is that their camera is small and waterproof.

[@sosteve9113]

agreed it looks like there was no effort involved in it

[@pahlawanbasikal]

This is how they make money

[@kostaminin9957]

@NATUREMAN are you talking about external mic?

[@jamesguralski5156]

Put camera in metal case, then get battery grip pole, mount case to grip pole, mount mic to metal case, use USB c adapter to power camera and link mic.....

[@MrEye4get]

The missing audio jack was a very poor design and marketing decision. Sort of like the airlines selling you a ticket and charging for seat belts!

[@CalvinHikes]

Now I feel like an idiot for not fully checking that out. My GoPro 3 has an audio jack but not the five. Not all technological progress is actual progress

[@larrywhitted7333]

Not for them they get more money from it.

[@csmihaly]

Actually, selling you a ticket, and charging for the seats.

[@elchaconaso]

not good at all for mounting on a helmet.

[@KhaosOfficialYT]

they have to make it waterproof somehow

[@allthingsunrelated2919]

Great, simple, straight to the point video. Thanks for sharing!

[@Campbellteaching]

Why don't the go pro cameras have a normal mic socket the same as most other cameras do? Just an extra layer of complexity, it puts me off going down the go pro road.

[@cs512tr]

cause money!!! thats why my ion is still used, video isnt great but the audio is stellar using this rode mic

[@PinderProductions]

Useful video, thanks. Do you know if third party adaptors work with these cameras?

[@fishingwithhoffman7365]

no i ordered a aux female and usb c male and i plug my movo mic right into it it works was cheap too

[@CJxSutton]

Which one specifically cause in another video this didn't work for one guy but he could have had a crappy brand

[@philg4116]

wow, they're smart enough to make the door removable, not smart enough to put a headphone monitor jack on the adapter

[@artninja6763]

I purchased these exact products, GoPro Hero 5 Black, Mic adapter, Rode Video Micro, plugged them in just like you stated and all i get is a buzzing noise in my videos, no audio. When i plug in the same mic to another device the mic works just fine.

[@BAC_Mono]

You need to select the powered mic setting, the video micro is a powered condenser mic

[@matthewsadventureshow9938]

Thank you. We are still learning the ins and outs of improving our videos and using our GoPro.

[@AirPhotography]

Thanks for watching🙂

[@bwarn]

@@AirPhotography you should answer the actual questions regarding the mic like what the heck ...... what is this 😅

[@CalvinHikes]

That adapter is awful and unfortunate and discouraging. My GoPro 3 Jack straight in. I was excited about the GoPro 5 but now it looks like I have to add a big adapter and I'm not sure how to do that with my rig. Thanks for the video!

[@SLDavisNutritionHealthAllMedia]

Great video, I liked it because it wasn't confusing at all😊

[@fishycomics]

QuikCapture and Promic non-powered mics will not allow your Microphones to work, keep that in mind? The work around is to use the On * Off mode, or use a Powered mic and quikCapture .

[@PlanetImo]

OMGosh! This is very helpful indeed! I've been despairing with the audio on my Hereo 5 inbuilt mic. Just bought a Fimi palm and am experiencing the same horror.

[@BlindSniper]

Awesome video!! But I need some help. I have a hero5 black. Gopro microphone adapter (2 of them now) and the same rode microphone in your video. The microphone working is hit or miss. I plug it all in, then turn on camera from the side. Then record. It worked at first. Then it didn’t no matter what. So I bought a new microphone adapter. Then it worked for a little. Now I just did some recording and it has NO sound. I started going into the preferences EVERY time I turned the camera on to make sure it said “standard mic”. It did. Then to be safe, I recorded what I wanted AGAIN with standard mic plus. That way I had 2 chances if it didn’t work. WELL I HAVE NO AUDIO. Any help is appreciated! Thanks for the awesome recommendations I love the case too!!

[@Witchpit]

I have this exact same setup and sometimes my videos have audio and sometimes they dont. What is the problem???

[@MotoTripping]

Make sure you're not using the quick capture feature. Go into your camera settings, turn it off. Then, only use the camera after you have turned on the mode button on the side. You will get audio on every file. I found out the hard way.

[@Witchpit]

@@MotoTripping yea unfortunately i sold the camera because of this...

[@MotoTripping]

@@Witchpit shoot.

[@ReaganVFilms]

1:30 -1:45 Yes,there is a way to go around it.If you get is an $1 audio adapter USB-C and you connect it with the Gopro Session it will work.I tried it.It’s totally worth that $1 that I bought on ebay for an audio adapter USB-C.There is a way to go around it

[@andyguile9893]

Reagan Villanueva please provide a link to the model you bought that works, various models available but seem to be item specific, thanks

[@RideswithDad]

So if you could adapt that 3.5mm jack to a lightning dongle on the opposite end of the proprietary go pro bs, and then hook a wireless transmitter to that lightning end that you adapted, do you think it would work with a wireless lapel mic?

[@robdunlop6471]

Hi. Great video. Simple clear instructions. Even when I connect my mic, I still get a static sound. Set up is all the same. Any ideas?

[@HuskyKMA]

Are there any wireless options, or options that keep the GoPro waterproof? I'd like to mount my GoPro in my boat and get good audio while still having it protected from water spray or rain.

[@UnderMyHatAdventures]

HuskyKMA to my knowledge there isn’t yet but my brother just bought a cheap audio recorder that works pretty well. I think it was around $20 so no big deal if it gets destroyed. Then you just line the audio up with the video.

[@BAC_Mono]

I think the Rode video micro does in fact need power as it’s a condenser mic. You need the powered mic setting otherwise it may not work.

[@neyzenilkay]

Maybe I am wrong, but can´t you use any USB Typ C to 3.5 mm jack Adapters?

[@ThatOneCubanKid]

alb fishing I need to know as well

[@brendalg4]

From what I understand, the only thing that works with the GoPro 5 is the mic adapter.

[@maryzander7954]

alb fishing day

[@AirPhotography]

I have tried several For test purposes and not a single one will work

[@dawsonboyle99]

I didn't know you could do it to a session too! Thanks!

[@spinosauro666]

how can i use a mic with 3 pins? gopro seems to support only 2 pins mics nice video like always, so clear and useful

[@nicksadventurevlogchannel8676]

@AirPhotography I have the Hero Session 4 now too and can't find the external mic hookup after I got the rode video micro I also use the hero6 black and microphone I love it

[@auong4044]

Hello, I started watching you video and have enjoyed your presentation very much. I'm getting a Hero 5 black and would like to know, if you happen to have tested; can we charge hero 5 through the mic adapter: 3.5m is for mic and C is for charging the camera? I called GoPro and they said not possible. Thanks

[@CampbellZeroOne]

Just bought an adapter so that I can use an external mic while vlogging on my motorcycle. Wish that I hadn't bothered. I got home and downloaded all of my footage to find that only the first video had audio. Turns out that if you use 'one touch record' with an external mic this is what happens and GoPro have never addressed it with a firmware update! There is a workaround where you can power up first and then press to record, but it's just a out impossible to do with a chin mounted Session 5 and motorcycle gloves. Not good enough or practical enough in what is supposed to be an 'action cam'

[@attiylanen]

I have the Hero 5 black. Just watched my vacation videos. The picture is great, the waterproofing is great, but the sound... OMG! The microphones pick up every sound from the handling. If I touch the case, the microphones pick it, and it's not a quiet sound. I had the GoPro on a floating grip, and every smallest of sound when I grip the handle is transmitted via the frame on to the microphones. So all I can hear is a terrible racket. I wish there was someway to fix this without an external mic, which would make the camera not waterproof. I've searched dozens of videos and blogs, but no-one seems to have come up with any good solution. They have drilled holes in the frame, put hairs on the mics, but ended up making it sound much worse. Some suggested to insulating the grip with thick foam, which might be the only solution. Not very good one, because judging from the video, they still had some handling sounds.

[@ItsMeEbby]

I wish this Rode Video Micro had a foam sleeve instead of the dead cat. I sometimes get the dead cat hairs in my videos.

[@spinosauro666]

James Ebenger i know the pain man

[@suburbancyclist1535]

isn't it foam under the fur? Many motovloggers actually shave the fur little so it doesn't get in their mouth

[@jkpinpdx]

Give it a "haircut" on the side closest to the lens. Just a trim will do! 👍🏽

[@AirPhotography]

+JKPinPDX Great tip Thanks for sharing :)

[@TheUnscriptedNomad]

Does it not come with a foam sleeve? Mine did, but it was stuffed in the dead cat

[@davidhewitt2219]

Great video! Is this mic waterproof? I want to start filming my SUP Adventures and I want good audio.

[@MorewithMat]

Hey man, wonder if you have any suggestions for me. I do a lot of outdoor adventure videos with my GoPro and a lot of it involves water activities. Any way I can cut out wind noise and improve my audio quality whilst keeping my camera safe if it does end up in the water? Thanks in advance

[@JamesChung2000]

Thanks for the simple yet helpful video! Is the audio recording in stereo? Or do I need to duplicate it during post-processing? I am trying to be lazy and find a solution that records in stereo. Thanks!

[@ecopennylife]

Really good video, I had no idea how to do this 😉

[@easyfishing1936]

Hi I have found a very cheap way to attach a microphone to my GoPro. In the UK the GoPro mic adaptor is not available. But I bought a cable with a USB C connector at one end and a 3.5 socket at the other end, from amazon, plugged my powered lavallier mic in and hey presto it worked fine. Now all I need is a remote compatible with my Hero 2018 and I will be happy. Any suggestions on that as all the remotes I have seen do not seem compatible .

[@AirPhotography]

Very interesting thanks for sharing that

[@reginasantore9365]

Very informative for a newbie! Have you updated for 2019?

[@JRBORIQUA7]

Another dope video! 👍👍💯

[@AirPhotography]

+JR BORIQUA7 thanks :)

[@rockymountainroughridersofMT.]

On this particular mic in the video, since it is not a stereo mic, did you notice a difference in sound quality using the mic compared to the Hero 5 black stereo sound quality ?

[@SeanDIY]

Can you now use the USB C to 3.5mm headphone Jack's that Google Pixel and Samsung phones use now?

[@RickardsGarage]

Hi. I just bought the same setup as you show to my Hero 5 but when i connect it to the camera the Audio Input is grey and says N/A . Have you any idea how i can fix this? ofcourse the new adapter could be broken. I have tested the Røde on another camera and it works perfect.

[@sachinwadhwani4810]

I'm having the same problem since this morning. It was working until yesterday. Did you find a fix? Audio Input N/A

[@JeffFlowersgoogle]

UNREAL - Thank you. I can't believe that I had to change a software setting in order for my mic to work. I simply thought that my adaptor was broken. Since I had to pay an additional 50 bucks, I naturally assumed that the camera would auto-recognize that an external mic was plugged in and work. Instead, it simply recorded no sound - and was a huge source of frustration. What type of real world testing does GoPro do for their products - or do they? Thanks again - your video cleared this up for me.

[@pokenfun]

I am having the exact same frustrating issue. Can you please tell me what software setting you had to change? Really scratching my head over why a bunch of brand new, high tech gear won't do BASIC functions.....grrrr.

[@brainiac1234]

@@pokenfun I only get scramble sound, audio shows up, but I don't know what the issue is ;/ it's just static sounds, and I changed all the settings in the audio section, nothing worked...

[@StickShiftStudios]

I've had my Hero 5 and Rode micro since 2017. This week the audio is horrible, scratchy and fuzzy. Looking under the audio input tab. Mine says N/A and the text is grey. I assume that means my mine isn't working. I shoot video and car shows with loud exhaust. Do you think I blew the mic out? Cars were 3 ft from camera.

[@wilsonlee63]

I would like to know does this GoPro adapter for external microphone works on other devices like other brand of action cams or even smartphones? I assume it has a built -in audio DAC chip of some sort, as you mentioned only this GoPRO accessory for audio input will work & no third party alternatives. As to the external microphones RODE meets the specifications, I also noticed another port besides 3.5mm jack is present, is it also a USB Type C port for possibly a microphone with USB Type C connector?

[@MikeKollin]

My Camera has white noise. I am doing recordings indoors. There is no noise at all. But it constantly has this "White" Noise. Anything I can do to get rid of that by making an adjustment in the camera without having to buy all of these parts? Thanks!

[@sergiofreitas9368]

Does this work for Hero 4 Silver or is it only on the newer gopros?

[@AirPhotography]

The microphone will work, however there is a specific adapter you need for the hero 4

[@gsixx8fpv499]

Air Photography link to the specific mic adapter for the session 4?

[@MsSupaflyguy]

would a better solution be to just get a microphone that plugs into your phone and sync the audio afterwards. I know this is an extra step in the editing process but to me it would have its advantages of not having to expose your waterproof case, no go pro adapter and no jerry-rigged setup that looks pretty hideous in my opinion and takes away from the practically of having a go pro in the first place. Any thoughts?

[@olavianttila7661]

Propably, but if you wanted to mount the microphone TO the GoPro, you would either have to have a cord/wireless contraption to your phone, or have your phone ALSO mounted to your GoPro. And also, what situation can you come up with where you need a waterproof GoPro, but not a waterproof microphone??

[@Zeit00289]

Motorcycle recording. My mic would be in my helmet. And the camera would be on the outside. I ride 365 days a year.. Rain or shine. ANd having to stop to store my camera is a horrible idea.

[@brendalg4]

Do you have a mic to recommend for a phone?

[@AirPhotography]

If you have a phone if that still has the audio jack you should look at the rode videomic me. Is made for smart phones clamps in nicely and has great audio capabilities. Now it is a shotgun style mic.

[@brendalg4]

Thanks but I meant what Andrew was talking about... I have a GoPro.... I didn't mean filming with a cell phone using an external mic for audio, I filming with the GoPro using an external mic attached to a cell phone and syncing it later.

[@ezrapound6063]

Does your camera register the adapter is plugged in without the mic and give you audio settings? I just spent like a hundred dollars through Amazon and it worked for a day. Now it's not recognizing it at all. No audio settings. I'm trying to figure out if the adapter stopped working or if it's the mic or both. Or even the USBC port. Any help is much appreciated. Really upset over this.

[@mitchb77]

Any audio tips for filming a band that are playing outdoors?

[@VincentGiordani]

great video as always! cheers mate

[@85hthapa]

Great video man, thanks. One question I got is, how heavy that type c to 3.5mm jack, I think it would be better if that could be tighten somewhere. Subscribed your channel. ✌️

[@AboveSportsFilms]

As there been any updates to the Hero 5 that allows you to use any USB-C to 3.5mm instead of the GoPro microphone adapter?

[@jaywagner13]

Is there any way to use a external power source and external mic at same time?

[@rockymountainroughridersofMT.]

Quick question, when using an external mic, does the wind only setting and the stereo setting change anything as far as the mic performance ?

[@AirPhotography]

No. The attached microphone overrides any built in microphones

[@rockymountainroughridersofMT.]

Excellent, thank you, I just picked up the Hero 7 black, but have not messed with it yet.

[@VictorYurkin]

Hi! Would you be so kind as to help me with the question: in case we plug GoPro 3.5mm Mic Adapter directly into Karma Grip will it work that way?

[@bwkli]

Can the bottom of the mounting bar be placed with a stabilizer?

[@dsapadin]

Hi: Does the semi-circular mounting piece for the mic come with the mic or is that a separate piece? If its separate, what's it called and where do you get it? Also the alternative mount, the long one with cold shoes on each end, what's that called and where do you get it? Thanks, Dave

[@AirPhotography]

It comes with the microphone. You can mounted via a cold shoe or Tripod thread

[@ExploringAndMe]

Mine picks up strong sound and if i dont put it on wind only it sounds terrible. If i out it on wind only it sounds great but it picks up a zooming sound. How do i fix this my friend?

[@BassManStrikes]

External mic with a dead cat only way.

[@MrJulianbowden]

Mmmm .what if you plugged in a usb c adaptor with a standard midi usb Mic. Can you get around that ridiculous box ? Also are the new gopro cameras ie the 6 and 7 needing that box ?

[@elpattounaaventuraenmoto736]

Hi dude, I have the session 5 and I did what you showed but one I turn on my camera from the red circled botton, the mic does not work, it does not recor my voice. Could you tell me how to start recording videos? PLEASE

[@BrewCityRider]

One thing you didn't mention...you can't use the quick capture while using an external microphone - the camera must be powered on before recording. Supposedly will be fixed in an upcoming update. I'm not holding my breath. And doesn't matter if it's a powered or non- powered mic.

[@AirPhotography]

+BrewCityRider yes good call. I did forget to mention that

[@adamstratford6740]

Hi buddy this Rode microphone is compatible with the hero 3,4 as long as i have the external microphone adapter? Adam

[@estudiares]

Have you ever mount a Parrot Teleprompter in the GoPro?

[@brodylando1306]

Do you know where there is a case that can hold the Mic for hero5 Session?

[@sachinwadhwani4810]

Look up Ulanzi brand of GoPro cases, they come with options for external mic adaptor and mic

[@RickysGadgets]

Would a normal type c to headphone jack work ???

[@AirPhotography]

Unfortunately not, it has to be the go Pro adapter 🙄

[@easyfishing1936]

Air Photography see my comment about the mic adaptor

[@frankdahtank1234]

does a usb c to 3.5 female port dongle serve the same purpose as the go pro adapter?

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

superb video! thanks for sharing :-)

[@gopromavic3097]

I have the exact same set up and yet when I plug in the Rode Micro I have no sound. No help from GoPro Support. They were clueless. I'm on my third Hero 5 Black trying to get this sorted out but to no avail. Any ideas?

[@AirPhotography]

+GoproMavic I have not done any tests, but I did read that if you use the Quik record feature it doesn’t work. But I can’t confirm that. Do you power on your GoPro first then then record?

[@Bulwark1911]

*Can you use the GoPro 3.5mm mic adapter for this?* *I'm currently using that adapter, with an Edutige ETM-001 Mic on my Hero4 Black*

[@vscommodore8098]

hi Air Photography what would make a good time lapse

[@McClane_Motors]

Do you film with GoPro flat color mode?

[@maxpov]

Do you have to get the special gopro adapter the hero session?

[@Promosharmtv]

hello thank u for your video. i have the hero5 and the ride video micro but wjen i record a video, the audio is light out of sync. the audio or words i say are maybe recorded in a second difference then the movement if my lips..(out of sync) do u had the same problem? if so hpw did u solve it? ciao martin

[@NewYorkMetalDetecting]

Good video. I am new to GoPro's. I just purchased a GoPro Session 5. Is there a wireless (shirt collar mount) mic for this? Thanks....

[@olavianttila7661]

Don't know, but if you go searching for one, they are called lavalier microphone, or just LAV-mics. The best reasonably priced LAV-mic (according to other people's opinions, I DON'T OWN ONE) is the Rode SmartLav+. It's wired, but that's the only one I know about.

[@JonsGarage89]

So what do you do when you plug the mic in and absolutely NO audio is recorded?

[@CarinaKircher]

Danke! Very helpful!

[@AirPhotography]

Great I’m glad you found it helpful 👍

[@FixitWithMark]

Does this work with the regular session?

[@taliyy_]

can you use an external mic on the older gopro hero 3 because i think the usb port doesnt work with those usbs

[@AirPhotography]

+TaliyyTopBinz There is a different type of connector that is needed. You can do a search on Amazon for hero 3 mic adapter

[@taliyy_]

Air Photography Thank you & great video.

[@omarmendieta9149]

Where did you get that red curled mic wire?

[@italian_stang]

Do you recommend this Mic for record the exhaust sound for a Car track video?

[@nicksadventurevlogchannel8676]

@AirPhotography where can I find a replacement side door for my hero session 4 I accidentally broke it and is there somewhere I can get a mic adapter for audio for it ?

[@mr.b.9917]

As the Microphone adapter is using the USB-C port, is there any way to charge the GoPro via the Adapter during recording?

[@AirPhotography]

+Mr. B. Yes I should’ve mentioned that in the video. There is an additional USB port on the adapter so you can plug it in while using my microphone

[@mr.b.9917]

Air Photography - Perfect, thax for the quick reply.

[@keitholsen8787]

would this work for wireless microphones as well?

[@gmoney4980]

Right now Ron Jon Surf Shop is selling the GP5 for $199.99 great deal for this camera if you don't want to spend for the GP7.

[@RackFocusProductions1226]

great review

[@JesseRoyle1]

What is the total cost on the 2nd set up with the microphone

[@PNW_Attractions]

If you remove that door on the GoPro Hero 5 Session is it still waterproof

[@martymorse8967]

NO

[@wardonthestreet]

can you use two mics with a gopro

[@tonyslawncare]

Good stuff

[@StrangeButTrue56]

what I am looking for is a microphone for GoPro hero 5 black and iPhone 7 plus that can record my voice Cleary while standing 30 feet away. any idea, any recommendation? thanks

[@AirPhotography]

+Wild Jepa I might have to look into a wireless microphone set up. I don’t have any experience with them so I’m not really able to make a recommendation

[@CanalTeslaBrasil]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@TimberHillRedboneDogs]

Thanks great videos 👌

[@ravishankkar85]

Awesome video

[@the.magnus]

Did the GoPro 3 need an adapter for mic?

[@jaystechvue]

my session 5 says mic okay but i get no audio. 2.51 is the firmware version I have and i can unplug and get internal sound but not external. I'm using a TRS as well. what gives?

[@ScottSaysStuff]

Would this work with a usb mic? Mic plugged into computer and maletomale aux cable?

[@AirPhotography]

Are you asking whether you can plug this microphone into a computer and use it? If that’s the case yes indeed you can

[@ScottSaysStuff]

@@AirPhotography no. I want to know if a usb mic like the Elgato Wave 1 or the Blue Yeti will work with the gopro when I have it plugged into the computer and the aux cable is plugged into both.

[@AirPhotography]

You can use any microphone as long as it has a TRS connector. As for the set up you’re describing I’m not 100% sure as I’ve never. If you already only equipment it doesn’t hurt to try your damage anything

[@itroy3039]

Great review.

[@luftwaffle6701]

but on eBay, there’s a clip on mic that has a adapter for GoPro...will this work?

[@MTkr19]

Can't you just use any usb-c to 3.5mm jack adapter?

[@David5467]

what a shame they didn't just use Bluetooth to connect a mic.

[@gbessone]

i always think the same. Why are we in 2018 and still no bluetooth mic for action cams? would be so much easier.

[@gbessone]

Good Z rest lol its way better than hearing the wind...

[@gbessone]

haha no way dude. When you drive a motorcycle the sounds is useless in a gopro because of the wind. With a bluetooth audio you can put a microphone in a wind-safe place and hear the engine. Its ridiculous that this option doesnt exist/

[@gbessone]

Good Z rest not very practical to have a cable hanging from your helmet all the way to wherever you want to out the mic. Bluetooth is not that big of a difficulty to implement. Would be so much easier

[@swduncan]

The problem is delay. There's enough delay in the bluetooth sound path to put it out of sync with the video.