DJI Mic 2 Review vs. RODE Wireless PRO! | Curtis Judd

In this episode we finally review the much-anticipated DJI Mic 2! This new generation of one of the most-loved consumer wireless systems on the market brings it up to date with the rest of the comparable market: 32-bit float capability, dual-channel recording, 250 meter range, and improved 18-hour total battery life. In this video we’ll listen to some sound samples and feature tests, take an in-depth look at everything new to this version, and compare it to the RODE Wireless PRO. Let’s take a closer look and listen!
If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. Our latest courses cover Sound for Live Streaming with the ATEM Mini and an Intro to Izotope RX. See school.learnlightandsound.com for more info!
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Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:
- DJI Mic 2 All-In-One Wireless Microphone System - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon geni.us/lFxLmP
- RODE Wireless PRO Compact Wireless Microphone System - RODE, B&H geni.us/wkPse
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- Sound Devices MixPre audio recorder - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon geni.us/O8e0
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- Canon C70 Cinema Camera - B&H geni.us/ABYB
- Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8 lens - B&H, Amazon geni.us/qwsEs
- Panasonic GH5 camera - B&H, Amazon geni.us/InspOl
- Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 II lens - B&H, Amazon geni.us/gr47
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Copyright 2024, Curtis Judd
#DJI #DJIMic2
Index
00:00 Intro
00:09 Sound samples
02:18 Kit contents
03:55 32-bit float recording
05:01 Transmit via Bluetooth
05:20 Charging & power
06:05 TX/RX controls
06:45 3.5 mm outputs
07:00 USB-C output
07:06 Distance tests
08:24 Safety track
09:05 Noise floor
09:46 Drift test
10:27 TX settings
10:45 Pricing
10:59 File transfer
11:18 Inbuilt batteries
12:05 Build quality
12:18 Latency
13:32 Gloss finish…
13:55 Standalone recording
14:09 External lav mic compatibility
14:38 Noise reduction
15:03 My take
17:20 Summary
17:30 Please buy my courses

[@CichlidCharmer]

This is such a great review video. I can’t actually think of another review video as thorough and logically explained as this one. Absolutely brilliant ❤

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks!

[@amateurvisser]

Great review, again. Thanks for putting in the work. This channel is my go-to source for anything sound related.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@landscapefilmmakeragnius]

I waited for your comparison as you are the only creator who I trust regarding sound. Thank you!

[@PavanRChawla]

... and Video and lighting...

[@danielruink5338]

Great review video ! comprehensive yet easy to follow, even for someone like me who is new to audio recording. Much appreciated, Curtis!

[@CraigHollabaugh]

Comprehensive review with excellent comparitive audio samples. These wireless setups have come a long way. Thanks Curtis.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@LocalGameGroup]

In advance: thank you for your work! You've helped me so much through my audio journey. 👏 *Much appreciated, Curtis.*

[@curtisjudd]

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[@geraldundone]

Terrific video, Curtis!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks Gerald!

[@x1928]

@@curtisjudd still the go to guy for quality audio reviews

[@curtisjudd]

@@x1928 🙏

[@ccow11]

Next Studio Tour @curtisjudd 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀

[@thetruemorg]

I always really appreciate your videos because you do go into that depth. That makes it much easier to know which one is going to be the better for your scenario. Genuinely having used 32-bit float in loud environments or really loud folk, it is such a nice feature to have. Just being able to save audio in a live event that you get one chance at and then Larry is yelling and there's this distorted audio sucks. I agree the noise reduction had something funny going on but I really liked that the -72 DB room tone. When you're editing a video and stuff just doesn't match up because weird little sounds. It just makes it so much more difficult. Even if they are using filtering a software of some sort, it's fantastic to not have to worry about that. I don't know if I'll get one yet, but knowing that they have this kind of feature filled in such a small usable package at such a reasonable price without having to jump to the pro audio price is nice. Every time one of these big companies makes such good bold moves You see stuff at the $100 range will try and make them as well. So you know that you're going to see some 32-bit float in other products rather than just rather niche which I think is super helpful once you get your mind around 32-bit float. Thanks again for great videos

[@curtisjudd]

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[@morrisgetman9827]

Excellent review sir, as always, highly appreciated! Kudos!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks!

[@paulgero]

Thank you Curtis for your thoughtful and thorough review.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@real.samad_]

Thank you for this detailed video! We are considering purchasing either one of the two and your video has given me a perspective. Well done!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@leapnlarry]

Hey Curtis, thanks for a great review, i have watched 10 videos and yours was the best, information that the others didnt have. Larry

[@frankkatzer]

Thanks for your always professional reviews that help perfectly at buying decisions 🙏

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks and happy recording to you!

[@michaelpoczynek]

Awesome job, Curtis. You are the only one we need to give an opinion on audio. Thanks for the time and effort in making this video and the orange nail polish looks GREAT!!! 😀

[@curtisjudd]

Haha! Thanks!

[@paulfairchild8942]

Super helpful review Curtis!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks Paul.

[@TASEVISUALS]

Whenever there’s a new mainstream microphone release I always rely on your reviews… thanks for making such detailed one, really helps people decides which one to invest… more power!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@danielgollner1390]

This is the Best Review video with some usefull Information beside all the Standard stuf i can read in the manual. Thx

[@jon112media]

gonna comment shortly rn thank you for this one! it really really helps me stay up to date with audio and lighting

[@curtisjudd]

You bet!

[@LeuyinTv]

The review everyone is waiting for!!!!!

[@curtisjudd]

Hope it was helpful!

[@johnnylevi92]

Great video, Curtis! Your videos are always so helpful! Where do you get your white sound blankets from?

[@JamesClark1991]

Great review as always!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks James.

[@rpetty]

The one and only comparison and review I care about. Thank you.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@jrarsenault1937]

I originally had the Rode, but jumped to the DJI a couple years ago. Very happy overall, using Shure MVL lavs w/no problem. Having seen your AB test with the new V2, staying with original recommendation from you with earlier model. No significant jump in ability for me. Much appreciated!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@spewter]

Brilliant as always. Thank you!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@TheCvele1974]

Best and most trusted audio tech reviews. Thank you Curtis.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@JoeMustang99]

Thanks for this review. I've had such good results for several years from a Track E pocket recorder that I'm tempted to get a second one for backup to replace a DR-10L instead of a 32 bit wireless system. No problems with any drift with the Track E over an hour long recording session where I typically use footage/audio from the last 20 minutes. For shorter sessions, sure, these systems look great. I have to use an external lav mic all the time anyway, so the Track E still seems like the perfect 32 bit option for 70% of my use cases and I still have an original DJI Mic kit for more controlled indoor environments and shorter sessions in quiet environments, where 32 bit float isn't needed. Either of these two 32 bit recording/wireless systems look great for someone who doesn't already have one and who needs internal recording at the transmitter, which I think is a must in an outdoor solo application. I even still use a Tascam DR-10L as a backup to the Track E.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@WesFX2000]

Great review as always. It seems we need new versions of each to address some of the larger drawbacks. The DJI is easier to use which is huge but the Rode has more pro features.

[@curtisjudd]

RODE is also being sued over the more pro features so hopefully they get through that issue.

[@robert_may]

Oh I’ve been waiting for this 😀 Knew I could rely on you to address the drift issue - that’s why I got rid of my copy of the first version of the DJI mics. Thanks Curtis!

[@curtisjudd]

👍 note that the camera contributes to drift as well.

[@robert_may]

@@curtisjudd On the first version I was getting drift in 5-10 minute takes, which was really frustrating (using a Panasonic S5). Didn't experience the same with the Rode Wireless Go II, but I had battery issues with those 😅 Feels like there's a missing mid-point between the non-user-replaceable battery consumer devices like these and things like the Deity Theos.

[@curtisjudd]

@@robert_maywow. That’s fast drift!

[@HighPeakMultimedia]

This was so well tested and explained. A HUGE help for me personally as I've been using only wired mics due to lack of trust on wireless mics (at a low price point). I already have a DJI Drone and the RS3 Gimble - both of which are incredible products. The sound isn't perfect but definitely good enough for my needs. Thank you. 😁

[@curtisjudd]

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[@samueldickes]

As always, your review nails it and is the best of all I’ve seen about the DJI Mic 2. 🙏🏻👍

[@curtisjudd]

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[@andrewade7017]

Curtis AWESOME video as always....Thank you. Just like to note via a recent firmware update the DJI Osmo Action 4 can also connect to two Mic 2 transmitters similar to the Pocket 3. A very versatile kit.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@pickleydoo]

Looking forward to watching-I’ve been waiting for this comparison! Picked up the Rode when it was released and I love it. But I do know that some folks prefer the DJI’s interface.

[@pickleydoo]

Great review and thank you for your time. I really appreciate the threaded inputs and I love the lavs that came with the Rode. Great to know there’s completion both there keeping these companies innovating!

[@curtisjudd]

👍 happy recording!

[@TimothyDowd]

Thanks for the review, great info… I got one unit with my Pocket 3 combo and I’ve just ordered the single mic kit with one mic and the receiver. I’m moving from RØDE Wireless GO 2 for the more flexible connectivity. I have not seen the one hour cutoff effect on my iPhone 15 Pro I reported on your last video so maybe that was an anomaly. Great work again, Greetings from Tenerife

[@curtisjudd]

Congrats and happy recording!

[@Thomas-eu6fj]

Great review

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks

[@przybylskipawel]

Golden as usual!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@corymayomedia]

Great review! I’m curious how to determine audio latency for some audio equipment I have. What was your process ?

[@curtisjudd]

Clap while recording. Take the clip into Adobe Audition and highlight the area between the visual and audio clap. Audition show's the time in ms for the highlighted area.

[@garypranzo9334]

Agree, Using it I found it better to turn off the Noise reduction and the low cut. If you Davinci resolve or Adobe suite that is a better place to do noise reduction

[@AnandaGarden]

Excellent review - Curtis delivers. I don't presently need wireless and will stick with a two- or three-recorder interview setup (Tascam DR-L10 Pro with the excellent supplied lav, iPhone with Shure MV88+, and iPad for backup).

[@curtisjudd]

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[@teideterrors]

Brilliant as always Curtis !! Not sure if I like your colour choice for nail paint...😉

[@colabus1]

Thanks Curtis, another helpful review. I used the DJI mic a lot and couldn’t decide whether to upgrade but the 32 bit float make the decision in the end. I agree, the branding is so annoying, I end up putting tape on them which doesn’t look great either.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@Ahmad_Askar]

awesome, this video is awesome, crystal clear

[@curtisjudd]

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[@yonis8325]

Thanks. Would love to have you check out the Hollyland Lark M2.

[@curtisjudd]

Me too

[@GaryStockton]

What an excellent detailed review Curtis. I’ve been thinking about upgrading my wireless lav kit and wondering how the Rode and DJI compared. Threaded input would be the feature that tips the scale in RODE’s favor for me since I have lost audio due to unsecured lav cables in the past.

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, that’s an important one. 👍

[@tqaproduction]

thank you for the review

[@curtisjudd]

You bet, thanks for watching!

[@J_HNP]

Great review, as always. I would recommend enhancing your noise floor tests, though. The process you follow leaves a lot of room for error, as you normalizing to -23lufs doesn’t help the fact that your voice can vary between mics. Perhaps sending a tone or brown noise through a speaker at a volume that matches your speaking volume, then matching both mic input levels based on that controlled level. Then you can turn off the tone and record a true sample of “matched” silence levels. This would reveal a more reliable noise floor comparison.

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks.

[@HollywoodweddingfilmsGREECE]

Thank you for your exceptional and thorough , as always , review ..... If i may ask , why is the Hollyland Lark M2 missing from the comparison ? I know it is NOT a 32bit float wireless mic .... but maybe it was a chance to show to the world that 24bit/32bit difference is literally and practically insignificant when audio levels are properly monitored. Especially when there is a brand new mic (1.5months old) in the market , at a fraction (less than half) of the pricing of the competition , which literally blows out of the water (according to multiple reviewers and far too many comparison tests , during the last month) the new wireless versions of DJI/RODE in terms of "good old authentic" AUDIO quality. Again , THANK you for your time and your effort.

[@curtisjudd]

There are hundreds of options in 2024 so I had to limit the scope of the video.

[@gioriv]

Thank you so much, you’re the best!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@joentell]

I compared my DJI Mic 2 go a calibrated microphone and found a significant high frequency drop-off after 8kHz. It's noticeable in the comparison with the Rode Mic. I made a custom EQ to bring some of the high frequencies back up. The low end also has a good amount of drop-off that can affect some lower vocal notes.

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[@mbayat_]

Very good video curtis , i want to ask , is this possible that dji release a frameware update to have a better sound quality like rode ? Is this possible ? I have bought dji mic to beacuase i like it , but rode pro has a better sound quality

[@stevehill3782]

Great video Curtis but.................are you going to review the new Zoom H Essential series soon? Can't wait for your take on them.

[@curtisjudd]

I have an H4n Essential on preorder. 👍

[@barryobrien1890]

Thanks Curtis. Great review. Totally agree that both mics are great for what they are, and since i always adjust the sound in post, there is no real difference between them in my usecase. I learned about the issues with rf shielding and lavs a few years ago, with Comica setup. Audio engineers should really test thier setup for interference across all the bands as there is so much wireless gear and phones in many locations, and finding out your recording is distorted in editing is very frustrating. Whether you use dedicated or wireless recorders, any lav is susceptible to environmental inteference (TRS was never designed for shielding), so a backup mic and recorder is worthwhile insurance depending on location. The industry should really develop a new standard minature mic connector given the proliferation of wireless.

[@curtisjudd]

The pro systems have all moved to other connectors. Sadly, they’re mostly different from each other as well.

[@dadsworkshopbykipplabrie7982]

Pro! thanks for sharing bud.

[@t3hite]

In episodes about the MixPre MixAssist plugin and the Zoom F6 Automix you have showed how helpful those tools are for improving dialogue when a quick turn around is needed. When considering using one of these pro/sumer wireless system I'm curious if two speakers standing near each other (3 to 9 feet) would create an issue with crossover sound from the active speaker into the nearby listener's mic? That would seem to be another advantage for a true pro wireless system like the Diety--that you recently reviewed,--which could record each channel onto separate recorder inputs of a MixPre-MixAssist or Zoom F6/8-Automix. When turn around speed is not urgent, are there some plugins that could be used in the DAW stage to help mix the recorded backup files?

[@curtisjudd]

You can use a 3.5mm to dual XLR adapter to achieve the same thing. Or, on the MixPre, use the 3.5mm mic input. There’s WT Automixer and Auphonic.

[@MattiasBrannholm]

Excellent, as always. Would you by any chance know if the DPA lavalier microphone 4060 works with DNJ Mic 2?

[@curtisjudd]

I don't know, unfortunately.

[@mochouinard]

Does the DJI Mic 2 stand alone mic have all the settings available via the mobile app ? I ordered one a few minute ago and I just cancelled. What can I not do without the receive ?

[@RiffsRhythm]

Hi Curtis have you tried the Deity Pocket? I watched your review on the v-mic d4 but you used the DJI to make it a wireless setup. Would be interested to know how these compare to the pocket. Thanks

[@curtisjudd]

I haven’t, unfortunately.

[@georgetsikos]

Great comprehensive review as always. Thank you. Question regarding sound quality. A lot of reviewers and people commenting are saying how the Rode Wireless Pro sounds fuller and warmer compared to the DJI2. However, as one KZbinr pointed out, the DJI2 has a Low Cut filter ON by default and most people are not aware of this. Did you turn the filter OFF for your review? Thanks :)

[@trangskitchentable]

He did turn it off! He mentioned it in another comment :)

[@Lukiboogie1]

do DJI mic2 works with rode lavalier go? DJI mic version 1 has some problem with it.

[@jdmitchell6995]

No test with the Rode lav mic?

[@NickSzasz]

Question! I use an iPhone and want to use the DJI Mic with THREE mics - is there a possible setup? Like the 2 transmitters and a Lav somehow? Thanks

[@juancarloszaks2148]

nice one! waiting for the lark max vs dji mic 2

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks

[@SagunManandhar]

Just curious, why didn't you say the iphone wireless/bluetooth was not usable .

[@robertquinonez_]

Very professional video. Rode Wireless Pro now selling for $349.00. It’s like paying $149 for the set if you consider the Rode lav mics alone are almost $100 each. I decided on the Rode Wireless Pro! Love them!

[@mathiassiebert1217]

I think only total Newbies in the Video-Market has got no lavalier. All others got theirs since years I suggest So, there is no benefit for most of all with the 2 lavaliers at the Rode system. And timecode? I must laugh. My sync menu in Davinci does it 20 times quicker in comparison when I start syncing the individual tracks based on the timecodes. There are many things at Rode that read well on paper and then turn out to be unsuitable or unnecessary in practice.

[@creativegreatsvisuals]

How do you like your Panasonic s5ii when cutting with canon c70 ? When matching those 2 cameras do u record Vlog and clog ?

[@curtisjudd]

We’re using a GH5 for b-roll and C70 for main cam. They’re good enough for KZbin videos.

[@Xboxers]

Would be awesome if these would come with a hotshoe function, like the sony mic.

[@mattwruff]

I'm through with these 'creator' wireless mics. I have a couple, but I'm not getting any more. I want to use High-Quality Lav's (at least a COS11) put, preferably a Shure TL48 or one of my countrymen's. Excellent review as always Curtis!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks Matt!

[@sebastianholm6499]

Great video, Curtis, as always. I think it's worth mentioning that you need to unscrew the lavalier mic every time you put the Rode mic down in the battery box.

[@way2deep100]

And that DJI's solution to 'locking in' a lavalier mic is to loop the cord through a dedicated channel under the transmitter's clip. It's quicker than a screw thread and works perfectly well so that the only downside to the DJI not having a threaded input is, as mentioned in the video, the potential for incompatibility with some lavs with threaded jack collars.

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks for calling this out.

[@curtisjudd]

I was actually speaking more to lack of RF shielding in the DJI transmitter as well as an unknown voltage supplied by the transmitter (my guess would be 2-3V max and many pro lavaliers require 5V).

[@hamradioop5777]

@@curtisjudd Under no load, using a short nice quality 1m TRS to TRS cable, I measured the Microphone (Transmitter) Voltage output as 2.80v DC between Tip and Sleeve on the DJI Mic 2 kit.

[@curtisjudd]

@@hamradioop5777 Thanks for that!

[@malz]

Curtis, did you find anything weird about sound from Rode Wireless Pro up to this point? I've got my kit and the sound from it is weird, like it's almost clipping really, really often and easily. Formally it is not clipping (I can easily tune the volume in any editing software), just sounds like it. It happens when I use the transmitter built-in mic and when I plug the lavalier or Rode VideoMic NTG via 3,5mm as well. It appears either in onboard recording on transmitter and when I record the sound via the receiver on my Sony A7S3. Connecting via USB-C to my PC sounds really similar, too. I'm pretty sure it occurs on both transmitters.

[@curtisjudd]

Not that I've noticed. Might be best to work with RODE Support. Best wishes!

[@garystupz]

Great contents as usually, but not to sure red nail varnish is best for you🤣

[@curtisjudd]

😉

[@JungaVideoProductions]

Thanks for a thorough review. Quick question, if you were pairing the DJI mic 2 with the ride wireless pro to give you 4 channels of audio for streaming a panel discussion, would the latency difference between the two systems pose a problem?

[@curtisjudd]

Probably not, but I’ve found using 4 channels of any of these systems in the same space to be a good bit less reliable with more dropouts.

[@JungaVideoProductions]

Thanks Curtis. Yes I hear you re dropouts. What I’ve found is that having the receivers 1.5-2m apart is more stable when it comes to this.

[@dennyfree1]

Now that the wireless adapter is available, what are your thoughts on the audio quality as opposed to the cable interface?

[@curtisjudd]

Haven’t tried it yet, but hopefully it is better.

[@user-vj4dv4ig1h]

Is the firmware posted on the dji site on January 31 different from the production firmware you are talking about?

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, they added the ability to lock the noise reduction button.

[@milkandhenny]

Thanks, can always trust your page.

[@Ballistic23]

Great video Curtis. Can I connect the transmitters to an external mixer (833) without any issues?

[@curtisjudd]

Yes

[@Ballistic23]

@@curtisjudd Many thanks.

[@uncle-english]

Almost all wireless microphones with built-in recording functionality face this issue. Due to patent restrictions, products sold in the United States cannot simultaneously record and wirelessly transmit. However, in some countries, this limitation does not apply.

[@curtisjudd]

It works if you transmit to the receiver, just not when transmitting directly to phone with Bluetooth.

[@fieldrecordista]

Thanks a lot for this video. Difference in sound quality is still big and pro TX and lav still winning.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@raescdo]

Hey! Which one would you choose to use as a mic for an online and live teacher?

[@curtisjudd]

Shure MoveMic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKa1eaV_fNt7jrcfeature=shared

[@RobinGuiton]

Curtis, could you give me a brief opinion on the DJI Lavs? The cheap price-point (~$30) gives me great pause, but you obviously have some experience with it in testing. Brilliant review as always BTW

[@curtisjudd]

They improve the sound quality SLIGHTLY.

[@RobinGuiton]

@@curtisjudd Thank you for your input - perhaps i'll try my own lavs with them first before paying the little bit extra!

[@richardweddle3408]

Organized and concise! You've got reviewing nailed. I can't decide between the DJI MIC 2 and the RODE WIRELESS PRO. Which one better serves actor's voices?

[@curtisjudd]

Audio quality wise, most people prefer the sound of the RODE Wireless PRO.

[@richardweddle3408]

That's a big help. Many thanks. @@curtisjudd

[@DroseMr]

Is there anyway to trigger the 32bit recording w camera shutter or record start/stop on any device?Thanks

[@curtisjudd]

Not that we found

[@VanceReviews]

About the drift, I shoot interviews that often hit the 40-50 minute mark. Is the drift only present if you record to the camera or does it also show up on internal files for the transmitters too?

[@VanceReviews]

Just for more clarification: if I slate and in post sync the transmitters files to my video, will the drift still occur?

[@JOTC]

The drift will be in the internal recording

[@mdlsh]

Great video! Do you know how many hours of 32bit recording do you get? The 14 hours is at 24bit, right?

[@mauriceschoenen]

11

[@BeauHannamGuitars]

If you record with the noise cancellation on, can you remove it in post?

[@chennyye28]

no, it is baked in.

[@curtisjudd]

Agreed, no. Once it is on, it is on in there internal recording or to the camera or phone.

[@michaelj.4187]

orange nails are a very nice touch; excellent presentation, thank you, Sir...

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks, glad you like the nails!

[@michaelj.4187]

an acknowledgment to the other parties that create a sum experience more than the individual parts...@@curtisjudd

[@cameronfontana]

Incredible review! What lavalier would you recommend with the DJI 2 that doesn’t compromise the audio quality?

[@curtisjudd]

The DJI Lavalier. The inputs don’t provide enough voltage for high end lavaliers.

[@StringerBell]

​@@curtisjudd Does the inputs of Rode Wireless Pro provide enough voltage for high end lav mics?

[@curtisjudd]

@@StringerBell I don't know. Best to contact RODE support. Their specification sheet doesn't say.

[@Betweenlands]

Thanks

[@curtisjudd]

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[@pan3x]

Cool nails Curtis, love the orange 😁

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks! 💅

[@amenono]

Curtis, what do you know about Instamic Pro Plus? Thank you!

[@curtisjudd]

Nothing 🙁

[@xray111xxx]

Way cool. I use the Rode Wireless Go II for my meetings at work. So easy, and so compact. I am sold on the ease this new technology offers. I may leverage these new tech as a business and get out of IT. I am AV guy, not an IT guy. By the way I bought a used Sound Devices 702. Wow, I am very pleased with this recorder. I use it so far as my music recorder on the go, or in my listening room. I see why Sound Devices is so popular with the pros. Gets done very well. I am patiently waiting for a 6xx series one too. Or another 7xx used for my bedroom HT and music system. Sound Devices has won me over.

[@curtisjudd]

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[@GadgetAddict]

I hope the charging box is more reliable. I'm so tired of taking out the mic or receiver and finding out that it didn't charge 🤦

[@curtisjudd]

So far so good. We'll see in time...

[@WupperVideo]

But did a firmware update fix your bad audio quality or did DJI replace the unit?

[@GregWallis]

Exactly. There seems to be no mention of it.

[@curtisjudd]

This is the same unit which arrived with pre-production firmware. Updating to the production firmware fixed the issue.

[@GregWallis]

Ah! OK, thanks for the update, Curtis.@@curtisjudd

[@WupperVideo]

@@curtisjudd now with the new DJI Sony MI-Shoe adapter it seems like the perfect set.

[@curtisjudd]

@@WupperVideo It may be perfect for your needs, yes.

[@videolan]

Why on Earth is there no local mute facility on the DJI Mic 2 transmitter. One can only mute a microphone from the receiver control. Often a contributor wants to have a private conversation or have a restroom break and want to mute their own microphone. One could do it on the original DJI Mic but not on this "improved" DJI Mic 2. A retrograde step that has not been fixed in the latest firmware update 04--03- 08-31 dated 2024--01-31. Does the Rode have a local mute on the transmitter?

[@alonzojt]

Fantastic review. I just wish you could do a quick video where you mention which third party mics in your possession you tested with the DJI Mic 2 and if they worked or not. Thank you and your daughter for this review. 🎉

[@curtisjudd]

🙏

[@user-cx6rg6mr7d]

can you connect more than 2 transimitter recorders to one receiver? or you have to get another receiver to connect to 3rd and 4th transmitters?

[@curtisjudd]

Each receiver works with up to 2 transmitters so you’d need an additional receiver.

[@user-cx6rg6mr7d]

@@curtisjudd Thank you!!

[@klajdi9999]

This time better sound! i have a question : if exist 32 bit float recording for what needed safety track? this example of adobe audition that you down the volume, it was recorded from dji or it was a old video? it was really 32 bit float? my congratulation for this video. You have spoke for every fucking detail. Bravo

[@curtisjudd]

This mic can record 32-bit float and yes, the example I showed was recorded with this mic. I don't know why they still have the safety track feature, probably for people who prefer that workflow(?)

[@t3hite]

Would a stand alone recorder like a Zoom F2BT or Tascam DR-10L Pro capture better sound than these wireless combo units? I've aways kept away from wireless due to a fear of loosing audio. This seems like a hybrid RAW+JPEG solution where you can have both fast turn around and high quality when it's needed.

[@curtisjudd]

Not necessarily and that’s the idea - best of both worlds.

[@VentureTalks1]

Which would you recommend for a podcast?

[@curtisjudd]

Probably RODE Witeless Pro

[@ivoliYT]

How thick are walls in your house and is it hollow wood house american style, or proper concrete house?

[@curtisjudd]

Wood frame, with concrete stem walls in the basement where I started the test.

[@gastropodahimsa]

Thanks. Again. Your reviews are always useful to me. It would be great if you would do a test of various lavalier mics on this DJI and report about their compatibility and sound quality for those of us who would be buying an external mic to go with this kit.

[@curtisjudd]

That would be cool, but $$$. All my lavaliers are for pro systems.

[@jermainechambers6977]

Hey Curtis, excellent review but I do have a question. If I’m just recording with my iPhone (15 pro) would you recommend the DJI mic over the Rode simply because it’s much more compatible? Or are there ways to use the Rode mics with my phone without a large, clunky set up?

[@curtisjudd]

They both work with iPhone. But if you want a smaller receiver and you like the sound of the DJI Mic, then DJI is probably a good choice for you. 👍

[@jermainechambers6977]

⁠@@curtisjuddThank you! I think I’ll go with the Rode Wireless Pro then