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

[@landscapefilmmakeragnius]

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

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... and Video and lighting...

[@geraldundone]

Terrific video, Curtis!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks Gerald!

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

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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]

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[@frankkatzer]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks and happy recording to you!

[@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!

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[@TheCvele1974]

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

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[@amateurvisser]

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

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[@dmytrochaika7570]

Finally a thorough no BS review. 90% of other "budget" wireless mic reviews are people who never owned a better mic just reading what's written on the box.

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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.*

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[@danielruink5338]

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

[@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

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[@itsanamiranda]

Thanks for your honest review...specially about the audio drifting! That is a big deal that disappointed me when it happened to me. Wish I had found this video sooner but I will just send them back now. Thanks!

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[@morrisgetman9827]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks!

[@CraigHollabaugh]

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

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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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

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[@rpetty]

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

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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

[@jdmitchell6995]

No test with the Rode lav mic?

[@surburler13]

Because RODE is better

[@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.

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[@NeilMcCoyWard]

Excellent review, thank you

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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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[@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!

[@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!

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[@monodistortion]

You have the best and most concise reviews of audio and lighting gear! I just bought the DJI Mic 2 and Osmo Pocket 3 with your affiliate link so I hope you get some commission. One suggestion I have is to show a spectrogram for the audio examples. I can hear that the Bluetooth connection to the iPhone cuts off a lot of high frequencies, but someone without good headphones or speakers might not hear the difference. I think the Bluetooth connection must use too much (lossy) digital compression, a lower bandwidth, lower sample rate, or something. Also, in noisy areas it would probably be better to have the mic closer to your mouth or throat, rather than use the noise reduction.

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks for the suggestion. 👍

[@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!

[@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!

[@paulfairchild8942]

Super helpful review Curtis!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks Paul.

[@paulgero]

Thank you Curtis for your thoughtful and thorough review.

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[@LeuyinTv]

The review everyone is waiting for!!!!!

[@curtisjudd]

Hope it was helpful!

[@magyarfocifeherenfeketen]

You are the BEST ! Respect from Hungary

[@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. 😁

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[@michaelj.4187]

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

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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

[@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!

[@danielgollner1390]

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

[@johnnylevi92]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@ShawnPark]

Curtis: Did DJI send you an updated firmware to fix the issues you discovered a couple of weeks ago?

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, that solved the absolutely awful audio quality.

[@hamradioop5777]

@@curtisjudd Please can you say what firmware version(s) you were using on the DJI Mic 2 during this video?

[@curtisjudd]

@@hamradioop5777 v04.02.01.13

[@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 :)

[@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!

[@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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[@Cartercaramel]

A point of clarification taht I may have misunderstood: at 4:56 you said the DJI can record 32bit and transmit at the same time. Is that true? I thought that was breaking a patent law here in the US. Even the Diety Theos can't do that. Great review!

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, true. I believe they get around it by NOT using removable memory cards.

[@Cartercaramel]

@@curtisjudd very interesting.

[@SamandSteve]

Did DJI explain why the first set you had sounded so bad? We sent ours back and ordered the Rode.

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, it was sent out before they released and it had a pre-production firmware on it. Updating to the production firmware improved the audio quality tremendously.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@JamesClark1991]

Great review as always!

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks James.

[@SagunManandhar]

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

[@VanceReviews]

What software are you using to edit the audio files?

[@curtisjudd]

Here’s what we usually do for audio, but on audio gear reviews we don’t process as much, especially the raw samples. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaS1lqull5yZl68feature=shared

[@NicleT]

@@curtisjuddso, --it is Izotope RX we see here at --4:28-- ?-- Ok, it's Adobe Audition.

[@curtisjudd]

@@NicleT Yes.

[@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.

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[@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. 👍

[@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.

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[@RobinDupuy]

Thank you for great reviewa. Is it possible to record with a stereo mic to the DJI receiver?

[@curtisjudd]

I believe the transmitters are only mono if that's what you mean.

[@바디메이크업-s1j]

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.

[@spewter]

Brilliant as always. Thank you!

[@curtisjudd]

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[@Burrfection]

These companies need to have to have you on their design team

[@curtisjudd]

Haha! Thanks!

[@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.

[@yonis8325]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Me too

[@garystupz]

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

[@curtisjudd]

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[@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.

[@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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[@ryanhartford5126]

Love these mics, but not having a screw in for the lav wire mic makes this a device that's not super practical for professional work. I'm shocked they didn't mend this on the second version. Ive had the wires unplug multiple times, which is super annoying. Nice video.

[@way2deep100]

There's a dedicated channel under the Mic 2 transmitter's clip's hinge for the lav wire. Make a loop and route the wire through this channel and out the side and it will not pull out even intentionally. I find it to be quicker than any screw thread but it remains the case that no thread means some screw-in lavs just won't connect. The original DJI mic did not have this dedicated wire channel but it seems to me that creating a similar loop, if only I had thought of it, might have been almost as effective at preventing mishaps.

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks for sharing this, didn't notice the channel

[@Mr.C0ffee]

9:31 what would be an optimal RMS max when recording? anything higher than -65dB? Thanks 🙏🏼

[@curtisjudd]

For me, I like to see noise floors sitting at -60 dB RMS max or quieter.

[@Mr.C0ffee]

@@curtisjudd so quieter would be a more negative number correct? Like -68 or -70

[@curtisjudd]

@@Mr.C0ffee Correct, -68 dB is lower amplitude or quieter than -60 dB.

[@Mr.C0ffee]

@@curtisjudd Thank you 🙏

[@cwichura]

One big con is non-locking 3.5mm connectors on the transmitters. I find lavs pull out accidentally very easily.

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[@WillyMouna]

Hello could you give your advice? I record my own lectures on the camera, around 1hour to 2 hours. I bought both rode pro and DJI mic 2 but I will keep only one. After your video i stay afraid about the audio drifting. I was going to keep the DJI mic but after that I guess i need to go with the rode. I prefer the easy if use on the DJI. But the security on the rode with no audio drifting. Do you think really have áudio drifting on DJI mic and for my case would be a bad ideia? Thankss

[@curtisjudd]

Drift and latency are not the same thing. I would go with the DJI if it is working for you and you prefer it.

[@WillyMouna]

@@curtisjudd yes but you said there is some drift in the DJI mic after 30 minutes right? I record sometimes 2 hours

[@LearnLightAndSoundSessions]

@@WillyMouna True, in the internal recording on the transmitter. If you feed the output of the receiver to your camera, there will be NO drift, even after 2 hours. Just avoid the internal transmitter recordings if filming longer videos.

[@WillyMouna]

@@LearnLightAndSoundSessions oh okey i understand now. Thanks for explaining and for your attention. I will use only the camera wireless using the DJI mic receiver.

[@teideterrors]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Hopefully we can still be friends.

[@cameranerdsmedia]

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.

[@VentureTalk1]

Which would you recommend for a podcast?

[@curtisjudd]

Probably RODE Witeless Pro

[@Thomas-eu6fj]

Great review

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks

[@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!

[@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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[@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

[@Ballistic23]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Yes

[@Ballistic23]

@@curtisjudd Many thanks.

[@juancarloszaks2148]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Thanks

[@przybylskipawel]

Golden as usual!

[@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...

[@steve_arcenio]

So there is no recording limit on the 32bit floats im guessing?

[@curtisjudd]

I don’t remember the exact limit but at least 24 hours if I remember right.

[@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.

Awesome Video! i think i will switch to the dji mic2 from the rode wirelesspro, just because the dji mic was super hassle free for me. everything from the app, to the control on the unit, the size, the weird data storage, just bugs me about the rode. While i wish the dji mic had locking trs and i find it to be ultra weird that the white version has a silver cap i think that will be my go to system for vlogs, or everything where the theos is too big. And i have to add that i really like the thought behind dji products, the ease of use is just amazing!. you want the data from the transmitter, you simply plug it in, on the rode i took forever to find out that you have to put the transmitter back into the dockign station and then you can load off the data... maybe ... other systems have a similar problem when it comes to handling the looking through menus makes me super inpatient on set, or weird combinations of press this for 3 seconds, press these two buttons at the same time etc. that is fine if you use it all day but in my case. I sometimes have no Audiojob for weeks and only film stuff without audio. And then i have to get back to a system that simply needs to work. Sorry for the long comment

[@way2deep100]

DJI's solution to 'locking' a lav mic is a dedicated channel under the transmitter clip through which to loop the cord. It does the job perfectly well and is actually quicker than a thread but, as mentioned, no thread means some lavs with screw collars won't plug in properly.

[@curtisjudd]

If you switch, I hope it works well for you.

@@curtisjudd thanks a lot :) i hope so too ^^

[@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 ?

[@dyong888]

Another great video. I assume the issue with the 32 bit float recording has now been fixed with the new firmware? As for which one I'd prefer, I prefer the DJI mostly because I'll be supporting a Chinese company. Nad just kidding. While supporting a Chinese company is imporant, I very much prefer the dial and the control surface on the receiver of the DJI Mic 2 kit. I'm not a fan of multiple button presses and holds on a device. Intuitively it doesn't work as well for me. Also having a display screen that is at eye level to the back of the camera is advantageous. So overall I'll prefer the DJI product.

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, fixed the audio quality issue 👍

[@Cachapeluo]

For compatibility with Lavs the Rode is the one to get?

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, but even the RODE and some lavs have issues. Just fewer issues than the DJI

[@Cachapeluo]

@@curtisjudd thanks for the reply. 👍I decided on the DJI Mic 2. The menu and easy use make up for the slightly less sound quality. I was also considering the Hollyland Lark Max. I like the build quality.

[@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.

[@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

[@philpritchard8772]

is there drift on the rode internal recordings?

[@curtisjudd]

For long-form recordings, yes. Depends also on which camera you're using.

[@amenono]

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

[@curtisjudd]

Nothing 🙁

[@Xeniosfitness]

RODE Wireless PRO by far better quality sound. Not just on this video, but in every review I saw

[@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.

[@Lukiboogie1]

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

[@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]

🙏

[@cwichura]

What was the resolution to the artifacts you were experiencing when you posted the video saying your DJI Mic 2 review would be delayed?

[@curtisjudd]

Updating to the production firmware. They shipped the kit with pre-production firmware.

[@jeffrey3205]

Is there any latency on the transmitters, what would be your suggestion for rumming live feeds into a soundboard using similar mics?

[@curtisjudd]

Yes, we covered latency in the video. Use a 3.5mm to dual XLR adapter for a sound board.

[@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.