GoPro Media Mod Review // Extensive Testing, Comparisons, Samples

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit up the full written review post, as I've also stashed three other comparison videos in there that I couldn't quite fit into this larger video. That includes some wind test, and some noisier environment tests. Enjoy it here: dcra.in/GoProMediaMod

[@potatophil8432]

Great video! This is what we even waiting for. Were you able to feel an impact on battery life with the media mod?

[@Dcrainmaker]

Nothing that stuck out as impacting.

[@newkidflip430]

DC Rainmaker will this media mod fit an off brand action cam as in the akaso v50x 4K camera?

[@areaone3813]

DC Rainmaker some have received the mods too promote and it seems they are not available til later in 2020. But from what I’ve seen they are quite cheap. It’s a complete rip off for the cost. Get a ulanzi

[@NomadicNative]

The deadcat ... the mounting knob has grooves in it that fit the cord. Pull the deadcat up out of the frame, snap the cord into a groove & VIOLA!! No deadcat issues at all. Peace.

[@theknivjocke]

To everyone complaining about the audio quality from the front microphone of the media mod: THIS IS SO IT WILL WORK IN WINDY ENVIRONMENTS. It is because they have put a high pass/low cut filter on it. This will remove lower frequencies, which is done because this is where wind buffeting will ruin the audio. Notice how he makes a comparison on the beach: the built-in microphone is useless in the wind, but the mod's front microphone works beautifully in the wind. This is basically the oldest trick in the book when it comes to professional audio recording. It makes a lot of sense to do this.

[@RatBikerNotts]

For the sake of versatility is that not better addressed with a wind-foam/dead-cat etc?

[@RichPowellUK]

Actually very disappointed by the quality of the media mod. Found the default audio quality to be much better.

[@JeffBourke]

agree

[@RichPowellUK]

@@JeffBourke I think the only advantage it has is when it's windy. Otherwise, it just sounds lower quality; less satisfying, less bassy than the default, etc. I was kind of hoping for some high quality directional mic that'd sound better than the default one. It is supposed to be an upgrade after all!

[@artworked]

You are kidding right? Or you’re talking abut the external mic attached to the Media Mod and which nobody cares about... I used it as a line in for a DJ mix recoding and Iive streaming and the sound captured is SHOCKINGLY GOOD.

[@RichPowellUK]

@@artworked No, I'm not kidding. I'm talking about the microphone attached to the media mod.

[@artworked]

Rich Powell fair point... but you do realise that most wouldn’t care about that mic... it’s like replacing GoPro mic with another... but the Jack input is really on point 👌🏻

[@RealTechnoPanda]

GoPro should just add support for Bluetooth mics. No media mods, no dongles, no cables!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Don't be gettin' logical now!

[@bryanbuff]

They will be forced to now that Insta360 has. These mods will be obsolete less than a year from now. Over-engineering and over-charging by GoPro.

[@SilverfoxJB]

No money, that's not the Go Pro way. Nick needs a new yacht

[@cadaddydave8303]

Sure would help me. I have the GoPro mounted to the front of my Shoei helmet, with the mic adapter and a mic mounted inside the chin bar. I also have a Sena Bluetooth mic/speakers mounted inside. If I could Bluetooth the Sena to the Go Pro it would eliminate a bunch of junk.

[@CavenInToTheWorld]

Garmin action cameras supports bluetooth. I've tried it with jabra headset.

[@JorgeAcostaPesca]

The off sync problem with the hdmi out port is fixed by turning off the stabilization. ( I use my gopro Hero 8 Black as a webcam for streaming and had this dame issue with a elgato camlink before)

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, that may be a workaround, it I don’t count that as a fix. Also, this is true even when plugged into a TV.

[@JorgeAcostaPesca]

@@Dcrainmaker yeah you are right... Or at least they should indicate on screen "turn off stabilization" when you plug the mini hdmi cable... Great video by the way... I was excited about that built in shotgun mic... You just saved me 80 bucks, thank you!!

[@NoNonsense316]

@@JorgeAcostaPesca For that matter, if it were able to pop up a message, then they could take it a step further and just let the GoPro turn it off automatically whenever the HDMI is in use. Taking it another bit further, it could check if stabilization is on or off, make sure it's of for HDMI, then restore stabilization to its previous setting when HDMI disconnects. One way or another, it would be good if GoPro fixes this with a firmware update.

[@Naufal4zhar]

Wow..this guy is great..his explanation is very in depth..educational in the same time..lot is examples and comparisons for different set up used which allows viewer to understand it well.well done brother..hope to see u keep doing this video for the next GoPro 9 this year. Bravo.

[@RockyColaFizz]

I am so confused. Everyone thinks the Shotgun media mic sucks. But I found the sound more isolated and richer, and it did appreciably reduce wind noise and isolate his voice when it was windy. For me this works quite well.

[@RS.Outdoors]

Note that with the Rode dead cat you can clip the cable into the slots in the hotshoe nut. Those slots allow you to pull the mic down at the back so it sits at an angle and the deadcat will not be in shot. Atb

[@krane15]

Or just use an extender.

[@stefanck]

I have the media mod myself and you can actually set the audio as "RAW", and I found it to be better (than the sample we have in this video) when using the shotgun mic.

[@quatro2732]

finally a good review for the media mod. God i have been click bait for multiple times and they are not even giving a final verdict of the mod and they have more views than your video. thank you for a straight up review!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - appreciate it! I try and keep it to the things people want to know, good an bad.

[@SimonHollandfilms]

thank you....just what i wanted to know before purchase

[@SkillsWithPhil]

That tip about the baseplace changing sides is really good information. They most likely changed it because it's nearly impossible to open the battery door when mounted. The door swings into the the thumb screw. Mounted on the the other side, that wouldn't happen. I've been getting frustrated with my H8 because of this but it's good to know there's a solution. I'll have to pay attention to which side the screw is on for my mounts.

[@imranshareef4754]

Probably the only content with such details of the mod. thx.

[@FlytPath]

Great in depth video. Pains me to hear $80 to add a 3.5 while making the rig larger. Not to mention more for the screen and on top not be weatherproof. Having a hard time justifying the mods. Thanks Ray.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, I feel like I'd have been super happy with a $49 Media Mod sans-the shotgun mic parts. That'd have thinned it up slightly, and would have been a wash price-wise between the cost of a typical USB-C to 3.5mm adapter + external frame case for cold-shoes. Or, I suppose just stick a 3.5mm port on there straight-up.

[@johnwrycza]

​@@Dcrainmaker for aviation; $49 for the 3.5mm adapter, and it just dangles in free air gopro.com/en/us/shop/accessories/pro-3.5mm-mic-adapter/AAMIC-001.html

[@lkm5462]

Love how you present the info. Teach others ,for money ,how to present . Your “a rare breed of cat”. You don’t waste my time . Like on the tv show Dragnet, “ The facts mam,nothing but the facts”. Thanks

[@KarlRock]

Thanks Mate. I was waiting for this 🙏🏻 I guess I'll buy it. Shotgun did handle a the wind quite nicely... Useful when I'm vlogging in windier parts

[@Dcrainmaker]

Cheers - glad it was helpful!

[@DaddyM7MD]

@@Dcrainmaker why did you delete my comment?

[@Dcrainmaker]

I didn't delete your comment. I don't have any record (according to KZbin) of you ever making a comment here. :-/ What was the comment?

[@DaddyM7MD]

@@Dcrainmaker i saw karl's comment and i was like "yo whats good" and then i couldnt find it any more Edit! : i just checked and turns i commented this on a diffrent video not this one 😳 sorry man for false accussations. =

[@DaddyM7MD]

@@Dcrainmaker yo thank you so much for replying you really do care about your subscribers! Unlike some other channel..., also can you make a video about best gopro accessories for 30 dollars. Not like one of those cheap amazon kits that give you alotta random stuff. Just some good quality accessoriez u know what im sayin

[@Loagz_Beatz]

I really appreciate you taking the time and effort to do this video. I have been studying it for about a week, I picked up the mod for the hero 8 and just today got the rhode mic thanks to you. I plan to get the clip on mic eventually buy for what I'm filming right now it isn't so necessary, would just be good to have. :) Once again thanks man these videos really help out much more than anything a manufacture puts out 🙏

[@JeffBourke]

The "shotgun" is worse than the built in mic.

[@Sam-sy7ev]

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[@jeffmcc93]

Well that particular microphone is crap. Essentially useless.

[@jeffmcc93]

@Alex Taylor Are you ok?

[@DeurysMusic]

thought the same thing LOL

[@GreatEgret]

@Alex Taylor Wow dude, chill. He played the audio in many differnt setups for you to decide. That's the whole point of the video.

[@Mattykuch]

This helped so much, I appreciate how you broke literally EVERYTHING down Thank you! for all details and links

[@LionheartSJZ]

Wow that's what I call a review!! In-depth comparison and covering ALL the options! Love it, good job!!

[@asad272]

Finally after all these years hunting down to decide what to buy, the rainmaker helped me to choose what I want to buy. Very helpful video. Thank you.

[@genericmike7361]

Wanted to get this for filming my hiking journeys and the GoPro on its own sounds best, I love how it was able to pick your voice and surroundings like birds chirping compared to all the other setups with the media mod which didn’t even make the audio better

[@agomodern]

This is the second video where the media mod microphone sucks. I saw someone put little dead cats on the built-in GoPro mics and it sounded great with just enough ambiance to feel like you were there.

[@MeditationVacation]

Great review, I was thinking of getting it but probably won't now, I will be staying with the wireless go and the mic adapter. Oh well! Thanks

[@jimthegameguru8021]

I was on the fence about using this camera for vlog cuz i thought it was purely for action. Looks like it works well for vlog and this mod works for viewing your shots on large screens. I like how you stay you in this video and dont jump around in fake over the top excitement like most youtubers.

[@shifty277]

Loving the thoroughness and examples for your content. Watching from the UK. Thumbs up.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - appreciate it!!!

[@flyovercountry8817]

This is a great review. We just purchased our first GoPro Hero 8 and we are researching what mods do and do not work well. Thank you!

[@natmonee]

Thorough video showing all options even years later as I think about getting this thing for the hero 10 black. Thanks for posting.

[@penboyasgod6103]

If you just need a cold shoe (and a 1/4" screw mount), then you can get a replacement door that has a cold shoe on it and an opening for the USB-C port for charging (but, of course, it won't be waterproof with it on). Mine is by Ulanzi.

[@drivetrainfitness434]

Love how thorough the video reviews are on your channel. Nice work.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks!!!

[@JohnPBlues]

Thank you for the honest review. I’m looking for a solution to record me performing with an acoustic guitar and have my hero 10 for mtb so I have been trying to find out if this would improve audio. You saved me money and frustration.

[@easyheimer]

At 9:32 it says that you're using the Rode mic but no media mod. Is this a typo? I though a wireless mic couldn't be used without the media mod.

[@bdogfilms]

Finally some cold shoes! Made a mod myself back in 2017 with a Hero 4 Silver by drilling a cold shoe into the top clip of the housing for a Rode Video Micro. Only expensive (and hard to find) part was the GoPro USB to mic adapter, but it worked.

[@ronfoy9618]

A friend has this GoPro Setup not extremely happy. I went with Rode Wireless Go - PGYTech Cage - Cynova 3.5mm - OSMO Action. I also my other Rode mic as you did and because I mount on side, no dead cat in frame. I hate that GoPro raced through this one. Awesome Video as always 🤘🏽

[@abdallahzeid2966]

thanks for your honest review , what i learn now that all this accessories are useless , the built-in mic in the gopro is good enough

[@BlackBeltBarrister]

Like you, I'm considering it for the no-fuss approach and 3mm jack input. Annoyingly costly solution (given the other features are 'useless') for something so simple, but it is what it is!

[@thewurldz]

So it's a bit risky if I'm using media mode on rainy day right?

[@aaronyoder9253]

Thank you for the thorough review! Was just about to purchase this as it's on sale, not worth it after your unbiased review. Thanks again

[@travish.1715]

Found out today by using the media mod that it’s terrible for a dual connection. Line inputs are a separate setting. Forget recording audio from a line W/mic unless your using a mixer or interface.

[@BushcraftMo]

Hi Could you point me in direction of how set up my Hero8 media mod to live stream mobile should i buy the Cam link and hdmi micro cable to do live streaming and what kind of data or connection would you recommend to stream it with

[@HDFoxra]

Sorry but.... wtf was GoPro thinking with this? Every single video I've seen of it so far, just reveals how HORRID the microphone quality is.... like.... the GoPro by itself was legit just better hands down. When the audio sample stuff first started, and I heard the audio, I honestly went "wow, that sounds insanely good computer to all the other Media Mod videos I've seen!" and then I read the text at the bottom and realized it was the stock GoPro mics................ why release a 'Media Mod' that doesn't actually do anything good? They really should have just released the 'case' which plugged into the USB port, and at the verrrrrrrrry top of the case, where the Cold Shoe is, simply have a tiny little raised bump or a cut out or something, which housed the 3.5mm jack.... make it as slim and stream lined as possible! That way no matter what sort of situation you are in, an external mic could be plugged in no problem. No one would have to deal with a "well it sticks out straight from the back so now i can't mount the camera on the front of my helmet cause it just doesn't fit" and no one would have to deal with "well it sticks out really far from the side of the camera so now I gotta worry about it snagging on stuff".... OH! WAIT! BETTER YET!......... just fucking let ANY FREAKING USB TYPE C ADAPTER WORK!.... Its honestly not that difficult of a thing to do... the freaking Type C jack has contacts SPECIFICALLY for that! Just let the freaking audio be an analog input and PRESTO DONE!... But nah, GoPro just wants everyone's wallet... That's all they really care about. Tiny, almost meaningless updates to their hardware, but still expecting a huge price tag....... smh

[@DmitriiRevenko]

+++

[@a2honda120]

What a rant

[@kavinsp]

or atleast bluetooth audio support

[@Blue-im2fz]

Sounds like that HDMI port makes it into a nice cam for streaming without having to get a capture card.

[@milohenry1233]

What is a capture card ? :)

[@dagg497]

@Rick Dolishny I had It connected to an ATEM mini pro. mikro HDMI port broke by the weight of a 2meter cable. Now I'm looking inte using a metal cage from CAMVATE for the a6300 just so I can mount a Smallrig micro hdmi->hdmi adapter to that cage to save the Media mods ports from breaking 😮‍💨😮‍💨 Could also use a top handle from CAMVATE with 1/4-20 mounting points, I'll see what works best..

[@InternationalBigshot]

The 'Powered mic' selection is for condenser mics not for the Rode. The Rode Wireless is a dynamic mic, yes it has to be powered (because it's wireless) but it's not powered in the sense that a condenser mic is. The voltage on the Rode is less than 5 v, a real 'powered mic' uses a much higher voltage (24 to 48). The GoPro should be set to standard mic when using the Rode wireless.

[@keithdear6069]

Nicely done, but if I understand you correctly, you said that the 'stereo' setting was designed to activate the front and rear mics simultaneously. Surely this isn't stereo. I would suggest that one chooses stereo if the 3.5mm jack input is used for a stereo mic (att. to the top cold shoe). I've yet to try out my existing, quality Sony stereo mic - as I haven't got the shoe adaptor, but I wonder if a line level attenuator cable LN2Mic-ZoomMH4N will improve the sound quality. We'll see in a few days when I get the shoe adaptor!

[@darrens1701]

Can you just use the regular mic from the go pro instead of the “shotgun” mic while also using the media mod for the other stuff?

[@tuberides.official]

I see Glenelg! Visited this place about a year ago :)

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yup - always a favorite spot of mine!

[@GroarkBoysBBQ]

I’m looking to get great sound for food prep asmr videos with my gopro8. What mic configuration would you recommend!!!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Check out the links in the description for a few of the mics I use day to day.

[@brighamyates]

Great review. How would that squid mic do with mountain biking connected just to the media mod. I’m so sick of the wind in my videos. I just want a better audio solution.

[@Mersuharrastaja]

Mic connector and exessory mount is great, but big down is that is not anymore waterproof. It would be easy task make so, that there is sealant between media mod and camera. So if got wet, only thing what destroy is media mod.

[@SternLX]

Only got the Media mod for 2 things. External Mic Jack and the ability to use an external power source on the external USB-C(which I noticed you didn't mention in this video). I primarily use my Hero8(with 512GB memory card) as a Dash Cam(I drive a large delivery truck for a living) or to share my e-Bike rides with Friends and Family. I need that extended run time and the ability to run an external wireless lav Mic like you do here.

[@DU1MIJ]

Thanks for the video, it helped me decide to get the Media Mod. By the way, I already realized you were into bikes at the beginning of the video (Park Tool tool box) and later confirmed because of the Wahoo snippets and the footage of the bikes. :) Ride safe!

[@RStrobosch]

I have a question regarding the Media Mod. Once I take off the battery clip in order to use the Media Mod, the camera is no longer waterproof. Does that mean that once I remove the battery clip the GoPro will NEVER again be waterproof? Or if I put back in the battery clip (if that's at all possible), it will be waterproof again?

[@taekim6074]

Yes.

[@zyxyuv1650]

The Rode VideoMicro *is* a powered microphone. It uses 2V-5V "plug-in-power." Check the documentation. If you don't have plug-in power the audio quality becomes distorted. Are you sure you did this right?

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yup, I actually tried both ways. If I put it in 'Powered' configuration, zero audio comes into the GoPro Media Mod. I did a bunch of short 7 or so second test clips one after another of all the configs.

[@zyxyuv1650]

@@Dcrainmaker Oh! That's weird. It would be interesting to find out more details about how the plug-in power of the Media Mod works.

[@Dcrainmaker]

@@zyxyuv1650 Yeah, I was super-surprised. And I just double-checked the footage again after your comment (before I commented) - and it's zero audio on that file. Interestingly however, when I use the Rode Wireless Go setup, I can choose either powered or standard and it makes no difference.

[@thePretendgineer]

Unpowered doesn't mean it doesn't get any power at all, it means it doesn't get any EXTRA power. All 3.5mm mic connections get some voltage.

[@zyxyuv1650]

@@thePretendgineer No they don't "get some voltage", you don't know the difference between DC and AC so stop guessing randomly if you don't know. The microphones *output* low AC current at microphone line level. Running voltage through the leads will create a DC offset and damage the signal. Microphones can support plug-in power using DC bias voltage or with DC via a 3/4-lead mini jack.

[@scottdellefave1868]

Great video. my main question is, if gopro is trying to get into the vlogging camera business, why is it so difficult to get descent video quality of any type of indoor footage? no matter what settings I try i get grainy video even when using studio lights in a well lit studio. Do you have a video that would show the correct settings for indoor video to remove all of the video noise and grain? Unless people only vlog outdoors I'm having a hard time understanding if it's even possible to use this camera for any type of indoor recording

[@DeurysLife]

Yeah You have to play around with the settings, there are videos on youtube for this! Also maybe consider getting their light attachment, really small, compact, and useful.

[@ononewheel7]

I had high hopes for this media mod w the mic 😫 I honestly still use my 7s more vs my new hero 8! This was a great video man so at least there is some options w other mic’s that wireless one is pretty cool!

[@MikeFyxdt]

GoPro should build a receiver into the base camera that can use the signal from the Rode Video Go transmitter directly.

[@coryjeffreys5146]

So glad you explained how the mod connected to the Go Pro.

[@H_A_F_GAMING]

One thing I noticed is the rubbing sound the GoPro makes when your moving the camera around . Well at least for me . It’s so annoying.. in my videos it drives me insane. But I’m thinking that road mic will probably eliminate that for good 👍🏾

[@81lindos]

I loved your full review/explanation of all the various scenarios for each one of those options. My GoPro is a Hero Black 5... do you think there is a media mod available for it? I did not see it on their official website. Thank you.

[@JohnBaxendale]

Built-in Mic sounds way better than the media-mod, thanks, you saved me a few quid there! :)

[@MrEye4get]

Awesome review but I am looking for a way to record (wireless) from about 12-15 feet away from the camera.

[@DavidUtke]

I have the Sony FDR X3000. I bought it a month ago. Comes with a little monitor, bought a cheap tripod designed for it that allows me to attach the monitor to the tripod so I can see what I'm recording while holding the camera. I'm still surprised no one has made a better X3000 year after all these years.

[@ilonaschong4601]

Love the mic input on the mediamod. Works perfect for me. Unfortunately, I now have to choose between audio or my polar pro ND filters. Cannot use both.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Indeed. Meant to mention that in there, that frame doesn't work at all with the Media Mod. :(

[@GearMashers]

Great review Ray. I picked up the Shure MV88+. I think it is better than the videomicro.

[@NoFate247]

Great Video - For the audio jack - will it record both options (shotgun media mod and your rode lapel mic) at the same time?

[@PaulWaye]

Not sure if you knew this pro tip.. those arms under the GoPro.. fiddly with gloves etc.. but.. what I do is stick the thread of the screw in there and super easy to lift

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yup - I usually do the same as well.

[@harrysmooth1]

I don’t see an adjustment to switch speaker priorities from front to rear speakers, did I miss that?

[@TopRelaxMusic]

When I use my GoPro 8 camera without Media Mod, I cannot turn on the power bank. It just doesn't work in the active "video recording" mode. When I stop the "video recording", the battery starts working. Is this the case when using the GoPro Media Mod?

[@TechnMoto]

Thanks for the review. Been thinking about upgrading to the GoPro 10 with mod. Thanks to you I have made a decision.

[@LillySchwartz]

Yep, still happy that I got the Hero 7 Black instead of the 8. Looks like they’ve made downgrading their mission. That media mod sounds worse than onboard audio! I just use the audio adapter in an ulanzi case for talking stuff and a wind breaker on the regular mount for POV photography stuff. Just the windbreaker makes such a huge difference already.

[@ArvindVallabh]

Great info, by the way the Rodes Mic and cat sound fur can be mounted to the side of the camera thus keeping it out of the LENs.

[@karljay7473]

So you have to take off the whole setup just to change the battery? You'd think they'd do a bit better than that. While I'm ranting, how about all the batteries being the same? I have a good collection of batteries and chargers from yesteryear and I can't use them on anything newer. At least they've got most of the sizes of the cases to be universal.

[@CountrysideWalking]

I found the windmuff attachment to the media mod I bought kept falling off. Any idea where I can get a replacement windmuff for the media mod I bought. GoPro didn't support or help out with solutions. Cheers

[@stephenrichard9278]

Awesome information! Of course the HDMI is there for the coming Display Mod. I have come to realize that I can leave the Media mod assembled and transfer the data through the USB 3 port. It’s hard to remove the micro SDCard. Also then the battery recharges while I’m editing. So all of the ports are useful to me. Your channel is a great find!

[@pomonr]

Thank you for this! Very nice to know going in what my options are.

[@krane15]

Just to be clear, stereo is left and right, not front and back. Also those open ports on the side need to have a cover since all sorts of dust and debris can get into them especially during travel.

[@johndavis659]

I use a DJI Osmo Action with a SmallRig cage, Rode Video Micro with deadcat mount to the bottom right side out of frame, and a Lume Cube (if needed) as a back-up for my regular vlogging set up.

[@KingSolrac]

you can really tell the difference on where the shotgun mic kicks in when it's REALLY windy.. it's a bit easier to tell then other than that I couldn't really tell a difference lol. Great video regardless! Just bought one

[@Operator17Gaming]

If you dont want the Rode video micro dead cat in the screen just put a small elastic band it will easily hold it back from the camera, maybe not ideal for movement but if you have still shots it works out!

[@vasilyboyechko4688]

Awesome info. Was thinking about getting the go Pro media mod, for sure going to get it now. Thanks man

[@FilmanSantiago]

The mic of the Media Mod is not a quality one but it functions well if there's wind noises basing on your sample clips.

[@KnightDriveTV]

Answers my questions for sure. I wanted it to run and gun trade shows and car races, as well as random events with good light. Gopro gets pretty nasty as the light goes away, or in a scenario like CES where the trade show floor is darker. For out and about vlogging, with a lav...seems reliable and simple with a good stabilized picture and is mega compact and light. Hero8's smooth stabilized image is definitely a big plus for it.

[@Dcrainmaker]

I've had pretty good luck with a GoPro on the CES trade show floor in most areas. Perhaps less so in some car booths - but for the majority of CES I'm able to use it just fine.

[@E9ONE1]

Aloha, Can u tell me why my gopro10blk does not fit with gopro brand media mod? I just bought this media mod directly from gopro and it does not fit...gp10blk camera device does not slide all the way in so it own't close the cover, tried several attempts but still same ...I don't u understand, can you help, do u know why? ☹️☹️☹️

[@bradley-ward]

Useful information. I'm looking forward to picking up a media mod for my channel.

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

I have a.problem.bought the media mod for my gopro hero9 and I have the rode go ii bit it only works in mono why is this

[@polishgearmonger]

Thanks for the video! You're thorough, and thanks for always wearing a proper microphone! I just bought the Hero10 and was wondering if you can still see what you're shooting on the rear display while outputting HDMI in "Live" mode. I'm considering this Mod and would love to output HDMI to a LiveU transmission unit. Thanks in advance!

[@photocreativity]

Very good explanation of the GoPro and accessories. Thank you.

[@DadsDomain]

The 3.5 in is the star of the show but I just got a Zoom H1n and started recording audio separately. It would be nice to be combined but I think my $90 spent on the H1n was better money spent vs $80 for this. I don't need the HDMI

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yup, I normally use a Zoom H1N as well. And that works great for a lot of things. However, where it gets a bit messier is when you have tons of GoPro clips over a longer period of time - for example 20-30 clips over the course of a day. In that scenario, having the audio baked into the files makes life way easier in post.

[@DadsDomain]

@@Dcrainmaker I agree with you there, if you're going to have multiple clips it gets old after awhile syncing them

[@AnandaGarden]

Thank you for this very helpful look at the Media Mod. I, too, use the Hero8 for occasional journalistic applications. For best stabilization in close, tight shots I'm thinking a cage. For best audio I'm thinking to use my Sony PCM-M10 on the cage and run audio into the GoPro through the 3.5mm port. For lighting, a Manfrotto LED. Altogether much bigger than the GoPro solo, but still potentially a tiny, very capable journalist rig with great audio and a lot of light.

[@docdawson]

Am I missing something on 9:39?! Text says No Media mod, but you are using the external rode mic...

[@Dcrainmaker]

Good catch, leftover title. Wish I could fix it. Thanks!

[@CHEFPKR]

Just got mine in the mail and it works really, really nicely with the Wireless Go set up for my cooking videos. It even fell straight into a batch of ice cream base and survived! I'm sad to see about using it for camlink recording... That had me excited.

[@reuk]

Thank you for your review Those are all important information especially the HDMI I wish you can do a review about using it with OBS for live streaming and recording

[@alchemygathering9049]

This is why I’m here. Any info on HMDI out to OBS?

[@OctaneStreet]

I bought a similar case to the media mod called a Small Rig GoPro cage or something. It's sick. Pretty similar to the media mod but vastly different design. I like the small rig cage better overall but it's missing the 3.5mm jack which is a major downer.

[@Forbeszy1]

I just want to try it for easy use. Quality can be tweaked in editing. Looking into the Mic Mod, light, and screen for traveling.

[@OneShotWeeb]

So for me, being able to use to 3.5mm jack to plug into my mixer and have the mini HDMI adapter connect to my Elgato Camlink for OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) for live playback. Worth the $75. Although I'm using it as an secondary overhead camera to capture live drums! In my opinion, worth the adapter for what I'm doing. Seems to be strictly circumstantial as to when it would be valuable to someone else. Granted I would have been happier if they just made the unit in that size and have all the necessary perks in a single purchase haha Guess you can't have your cake and eat it too!

[@Filmaciones-GT]

You could do a tutorial with The Insta360 ONE R with the 1 inch Leica mod, testing the same microphones and make a thorough comparison with the GoPro hero 8 Black, with respect to which of the two cameras is better according to the configurations it brings each for the use of external mic ???

[@ZenGeekDad]

You make a great case for when to use a GoPro: the virtually infinite DoF means no focusing errors, lag, or hunting. And for that verite-style handheld work, GoPro 8's intense attention to image stabilization pays off. (I say this as someone who mostly doesn't find a fit for GoPro in my work.) Question: did you shoot the indoor bit on another GoPro, or on your mirrorless? The indoor video at 4K is very crisp.

[@thejuhottie]

Thank you for sharing detailed sound test. Could you please also share how to set Polarpro ND filters along with media mod.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Unfortunately those aren't compatible with the Media Mod, the two plastic pieces overlap.

[@thejuhottie]

@@Dcrainmaker Yeah, Thank you very much. Keep up the good work!!

[@bowwave59]

GoPro really needs a mic set up that don’t compromise the waterproof ability . Something that Bluetooths to the GoPro without the need to plug anything in. 👍

[@jaredjaynes]

Yeah since microphones are waterproof this would make sense. 😜

[@Dave_D]

Sena has a bt adapter but it only works up to the hero4. Am guessing it just wasn’t worth their time or money trying to keep up with each model change

[@RadReelingFishing]

The cheap directly plugged in lav mic sounded the best.

[@nubear5053]

Do you think the additional screen will add much value to your vlogging? A front screen is a great feature on the DJI for quick action shots and underwater however this clearly won't work with the 8 and media mod as its not waterproof.

[@nubear5053]

Great video by the way!