Insta360 X4 and DJI Mic 2: the perfect combination?

[@christiankreps5920]

The coverage of the Insta 360 x4 on this channel has been superb. Thank you. Subbed.

[@ttl_channel]

More to come - thanks for watching

[@jeffwilliams716]

I agree. I am also a *New Sub* My X4 is coming tomorrow and now I think I want the wireless mic too.

[@konradgos5065]

that was exactly the test I was looking for

[@ttl_channel]

Glad it was helpful - thanks for watching.

[@videolan]

Excellent and thorough. If only some other reviewers were as thorough!

[@ttl_channel]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@profdiniz]

OMG! I had no idea we could pair both via bluetoothhhhh! This is such a beast combo for action use like riding a motorcycle and so onnnnn! Amazinggggg content :) Thank you so much.

[@MikeFede]

Just the video I was looking for! Much appreciated on doing the research on this. I was looking for an alternative for wireless microphone and just picked up the DJI mic2. I’m happy to see that I can use Bluetooth and it’ll go perfect for my use.🤘🏾

[@ttl_channel]

Glad I could help!

[@ดูดีดีที-ฑ2ด]

I really appreciate you choosing these for me. Thank s.❤

[@ttl_channel]

You're welcome 😊

[@IanTed]

I have the original mic systems with a 2 version as a stand alone, paired with my DJI and Insta cameras I can cover all options, it’s great kit especially for travel and motorcycling. I find I use the Bluetooth option of the 2 more and more often👍

[@xkodakCAMx]

Thank you for your expertise. I'm buying the DJ1 mic 2 over the Rode 2. The Bluetooth option is a game changer! Wow!

[@JimFlanneryDRONES]

This answered MOST of the questions I had. I didn't know HOW TO TELL when the camera was being used, and you showed the ICON (AirPods icon) on the screen. Until now, I used the AirPods symbol in the MENU, which indicated that it saw the microphone, but I wasn't getting any audio. I'm going to keep a link to your video to refresh my memory from time to time. I'd MUCH rather use the transmitter pairing than plugging in the receiver and attachments (!). This is much more elegant that fussing with a lot of little pieces every time I head out. I really appreciate your sharing this with us! de Jim, KØUNX, in Jefferson County, Colorado.

[@ttl_channel]

Glad you found it helpful - thanks for watching.

[@RideBlessed]

I just got an X4. I haven't received it yet, but ordered a DJI mic 2 receiver. I'll be using it for my motorcycle vlogging channel. Prior to this, I have been using a ACM movo microphone tucked inside my helmet and was running the 3.5 mic jack out to my GoPro media mod jack. Great quality no issues (until my GoPro quit working LOL). When I get my DJI mic 2 and get it bluetooth paired to my X4, I'll be interested to see if I can tell a quality difference between just tucking the received into my helmet up by my chin and mouth, versus buying a 3.5 mic adapter for the X4 and keep using my ACM mic but now plugged into the X4. I'm hoping I'll have room to just tuck the receiver into my helmet chin area and not mess with plugging the 3.5 jack in. That way, whether I am mounting the X4 on my helmet, or it's out on the bike via a motorcycle mount location, my in-helmet set will be the same simple approach of just using the receiver itself. We will see! Looking forward to getting the DJI mic 2 and testing it all out soon! Thanks for the great review. Liked and subscribed.

[@ttl_channel]

Thanks for the input (no pun intended!) - lmk how it works out.

[@dmitriyfolomeev5020]

This has worked since the release of the nsta 360 x2 model and for any bluetooth microphones.

[@Seven-Seven-77]

Very informative vid, helped me in my decision for a mic, thank you PS/ great editing work, I appreciate good video editing 👍

[@ttl_channel]

Glad I could help. Thanks also for the kind words.

[@JP4]

Never even thought you could connect the DJI Mic 2 via bluetooth to the X4, great job! I wonder if we can get DJI and Insta360 to release a firmware so the X4 can stay connected after the power cycle and DJI can allow the internal back-up to be activated when using the X4. Even though the audio sounds great via direct bluetooth, it would be great to not have to worry about the added set-up time of the receiver, while also having a 32-bit float back-up in case of dropouts.

[@ttl_channel]

Agreed. Thanks for watching

[@TonyPhotoPilot]

Thank you so much for posting such a complete review. Very informative! I guess there is one OTHER option as well... You could not connect the DJI Mic 2 at all and just use it as a stand-alone 32-bit float recorder. True, you would need to sync the audio afterward in post, but you would get incredible quality recordings.

[@ttl_channel]

That’s a great point - thanks for sharing

[@JohnvanGurp]

Great review - no silly filler - thanks!

[@joseluisruiz3789]

Excellent video i have 2 DJI mic 2 Transmitter mics paired with my pocket 3 and thought thats all i could use them for. Thank you so much for confirming i can grab one of them and pair with my new Insta360 X4. I did noticed a slight stronger sound but more flat in bluetooth mode which isnt bad i can definitely edit the audio to make it sound more clear, i would probably turn on Voice Focus on the 360 PC software since i record electric scooter videos on another channel with a full face helmet and a rode lavalier II mic inside my helmet. Having the wire not dangling is a BIG plus for me. Thank you again. 🙇‍♂️🙏

[@MrPlaneTalk]

Great video, as always. I look forward to a review on the Hollyland Lark M2, or the Hollyland Max.

[@ttl_channel]

Thanks for watching - will have to see if I get around to those.

[@psoon04286]

Love my Mic 2. I’m assuming that you cover DJI drones too? Have you managed to get the Mic 2 to work with the RC controllers as BT mic? Thanks for all the work you’ve done

[@ttl_channel]

I do want to get into drones at some point, but have not so far.

[@bisikletsoforu]

Bravo ..Mükemmel inceleme.Mukemmel anlatım...Anlatımın ve ve detaylara dikkatlice değinmen çok iyi. English 👇🏻 Bravo..Excellent review.Excellent explanation...Your explanation and attention to detail is very good.

[@ttl_channel]

izlediğiniz için teşekkür ederim

[@Chetan-K]

This video of yours is very different. It is helpful to complete the camera setup by creating breakthrough on audio limitations of Insta360 X4.

[@ttl_channel]

Thanks for watching.

[@denniswong2553]

Great video. Thanks. Not sure whether it's me, but I can hear a high pitch noise in the background audio. Same for his other recent videos as well.

[@ttl_channel]

I have listened to it over and over and I cannot hear it. I am wondering if it's just my old ears!!

[@AJCoReTV]

Yes I hear it

[@Disposalist]

I do hear it too. It's not unbearable at all, but noticeable, though you can ignore it after a while.

[@tflstudios1519]

Great video and great video. One question, the the 3.5mm audio jack cable come with insta 360 audio adapter or with DJI mic 2? Thank you

[@ttl_channel]

The cable comes included with the Mic 2 kit. There is no cable included with the Insta360 Mic Adapter.

[@monodistortion]

For safety I would always want to record internally on the mic(s). Also, any of the Bluetooth recordings, either with an action camera or a phone, lack the high frequencies and sound significantly muffled. Bluetooth must be cutting off the high frequencies. If you only had the single mic without the receiver you could still record internally and sync the sound in post, but it's more work and some extra steps.

[@ttl_channel]

Good point - thanks for sharing.

[@JosezitoMotovlogs]

Thanks for the video I already tried motovlogging with my X3 using the DJI Mic 2 connected via bluetooth, but I came across one more restriction in addition to the ones you mentioned. I noticed that we were left without the possibility of regulating the level of gain when capturing with the DJI Mic. Does this condition continue on the X4? Thank you for your attention.

[@ttl_channel]

Good question. When the BT mic is attached, I can change the gain, but comparing 2 test runs (one at -18dB and one at +6dB) there is no difference in the sound level on the recording.

[@JosezitoMotovlogs]

@@ttl_channel Exactly, I also did these tests and came to the conclusion that this gain adjustment only works when the connection is made by cable through the audio adapter. It's a shame because to do motovlogging I have to lower the gain to -12 dB on the X3 and -9db on the DJI Action4 to avoid distorting the audio.

[@viverosregionales]

Excelente información, muchas gracias !!!

[@ttl_channel]

De nada! Thanks for watching.

[@momendo]

Did you have the low cut filter turned off and noise cancellation turned off on the DJI mic transmitter? That would help keep the sound cleaner.

[@DrewProject]

Im going to post this as a separate comment bc you might not see it as part of the ongoing discussion on the high pitch noise. The audio intereference is most likely related to the the electrical system. Isolating the ground wire could help although the specific noise is something that is usually caused by power bricks/chargers so a quality powerbrick/charger might do the trick in this case. Im guessing you have your camera plugged into a charger or something, If you go battery powered it should fix the problem. No external monitors or other devices plugged into the wall and connected to your camera though or that could reintroduce the issue.

[@ttl_channel]

The camera is running on battery only, and apart from the microphone, has nothing connected. The mic is a Rode, powered from the camera only and the audio cable does not run alongside any other active cables. I just don’t know what could be causing this, and it doesn’t help that I don’t hear it!

[@DrewProject]

@@ttl_channel Oh that’s very strange. Do you have WiFi routers/antennas nearby that could cause interference of some sort? What rode mic are you using? And what camera? The problem could be between the mic and the camera since there’s literally nothing else that can go wrong. You could try a different cable maybe. The noise is only present in some of the shots though. Which makes me think there was a very specific condition that caused it. The opening scene, which I think you cut into a different take and then went back to that one later on is the one presenting the issue. There’s a different noise in another scene which sounds more like an interference. Hopefully it isn’t the camera preamp. If you used the DJI mic 2 recording internally in the transmitter you’d definitely bypass it. But you’d have to sync audio and video in your edit software which is an extra step. I hope this helps

[@ttl_channel]

i appreciate the advice. The camera is a Sony ZV-1. I know it’s not the microphone because I already tried swapping that out. I guess I will try swapping out the cable, then the camera.

[@DrewProject]

@@ttl_channel hmmm I can’t find my reply. Interesting I thought I had sent it. Anyway of course man, no problem at all. Feel free to get in touch if you think I can help!

[@calabrais]

Great video! Thanks

[@ttl_channel]

Thanks for watching!

[@clopes50]

Great review!!! I would like to know if it is possible to connect the Hollyland Lark Max transmitter in the same way you did with the DJI 2 to the InstaX4 camera?

[@ttl_channel]

I don't believe that transmitter can work as a stand-alone BT mic.

[@clopes50]

Thank you very much for the quick response. In any case, I can only record in the transmitter's internal memory and synchronize it later in post-production. I don't have the X4 yet, but I do this on my X3.

[@Disposalist]

Good test, thank you. I watched another test vid with bluetooth versus USB using Pixel 8 phone and Osmo Action 4 cams. Oddly, USB was consistent, but the Pixel 8 sounded horrible via BT while the Action 4 was almost indistinguishable from USB. I suppose the DJI BT technologies have better compatibility? In your test, to me the X4 sounds more noticeably 'worse' (muddy) via BT than the Action 4 did. Not 'bad', but not quite as good. Still, that seems odd given how the Action4 seemed to have almost no difference. I'm trying to get my noodle around how to best have a setup recording two Mic2 receivers with an X4 and an Action4 when riding a motorcycle. One for in-helmet voice and one secreted on the bike out of the wind for engine/exhaust noise. The devices are ordered and I have my fingers tightly crossed it will be good enough to use a Mic2 with each cam via BT. I'd so like to avoid having the converter and receiver hanging off one of the cams! I suppose if I really want best quality audio, I will just have them record on their own and do all the syncing in post-production, as painful as that can be...

[@ttl_channel]

Yeah, I think you are looking at stand-alone recording and syncing in post. If you use an audible cue (e.g. short whistle), you can use it to easily sync the offline recording with the X4 embedded soundtrack, before muting it.

[@Sir-Kay]

You're the only one who thinks the bluetooth audio quality beats the hardwired one. Anyways, does it record that 32bit float audio internally simultaneously while hardwired to for back up or it's only one or the other at a time? Secondly, when I activate the 32 bit float on the receiver to record internally in the transmitter, do I have to keep the receiver turned on and mounted onto the X4 or I can just keep it in the charging hub or even turned off or the receiver has to be on all the time to get that 32bit float recordings?

[@ttl_channel]

To be clear, hardwired will give you the best quality, but I just find the setup very awkward and not very "action camera" friendly. As for 32-bit float recording, yes this works simultaneously when hard-wired, but NOT when connected via BT.

[@brandonfasan]

I'm only seconds into your video which is presumably about the audio, and there's this terrible ringing noise, hard to take advice from somebody who didn't check their own audio very well. This is only meant as a constructive criticism and not to take any offense

[@brandonfasan]

I will give you a thumbs up on the video. And do appreciate the idea of the mounting bracket, which somehow insta360 seems to omit

[@ttl_channel]

I cannot hear any ringing. Can you specify a time when you hear this?

[@brandonfasan]

@@ttl_channel it persists through the majority of your video, at the beginning and at multiple points part way through. If it helps the device I was listening to your video on is a Samsung Galaxy tab S7+ the ringing is very faint but definitely noticeable. And I can try running the audio through my Sonos speakers later. But it's definitely in your video as the ringing stopped as soon as I hit pause. And definitely does not ring on other videos.

[@ttl_channel]

Ok, thanks. If it's very high-pitched maybe it's because my old ears just can't hear it...but I will check further.

[@brandonfasan]

@@ttl_channel it is a super high pitch and it is faint. But with the volume turned up it's definitely there.

[@raulrinana]

thank for this video... you know if is possible to connect two DJI microphones at the same time to capture audio from both microphones.?

[@ttl_channel]

Yes, that is possible, but only when the receiver, plugged into the mic adapter.

[@marcelitoprogamerxdlol5333]

Thank you for your review. Again watching with 1.25x normal speed

[@ttl_channel]

Too funny…working on it!

[@powerbankproduction3701]

thank u for info very well present

[@ttl_channel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@markifi]

starts at 11:11

[@HansKeesom]

You showed how the microphone does not reconnect when camera has been turned off and then on again. Will the microphone reconnect when you after turning the camera off and on then turn the microphone off and on? Does the bluetooth allow for using two transmitters without the receiver? Can internal and external be recorded at the same time on different tracks? I think the path is clear now. Start with a transmitter and see how that works. One can always add an receiver right?

[@ttl_channel]

1. Any time the X4 is turned off (whether you turn off the microphone or not) there is no automatic reconnection. You have to go back to the menu to reconnect. 2. No, only 1 transmitter 3. No, it's either internal or external. 4. Agreed - I would say use BT and only use the receiver when necessary

[@yamantarakji]

does that shorty cable come with the DJI or the insta360 or separately bought?

[@ttl_channel]

You have to buy it separately. I got it from Xmount360 (amzn.to/3MzNu8b). I believe they also include it with their mic receiver mounts (amzn.to/3MAPhd8).

[@Spyder2010ify]

Verry god Test, thank you.

[@ttl_channel]

Thanks for watching.

[@horacedupont]

For me, there is a big difference in high frequencies between receiver and bluetooth ("s"). Dji connected in bluetooth is really awful.

[@KarlMeyer]

I agree. It’s a cool function for sure but it doesn’t sound great & it doesn’t auto reconnect on boot.

[@roninr8199]

But how did dji manage it to work great with dji pocket 3 without receiver.

[@AJCoReTV]

I wish that reciever mount was available for purchase 😢

[@ttl_channel]

You mean this one? amzn.to/3xT32zO It’s out of stock, but should be back in stock soon. Alternatively, you can order direct from xmount360.com

[@AJCoReTV]

@@ttl_channel yes out of stock worldwide.

[@minuteofyourtime]

Same. I got the Ulanzi PT-21 - but it is cutting it too close for comfort.... I wish this mount becomes more available.

[@AJCoReTV]

@@minuteofyourtime it’s available now on there website!

[@MrPlaneTalk]

What’s the best solution to have Bluetooth transmission to X3, but still retain internal safety recording on mic AND also have noise canceling feature. Manual and FAQ for DJI Mic 2 indicates internal recording and ENC do not function when transmitting via Bluetooth. Thanks.

[@ttl_channel]

Unfortunately the manual is correct- no noise reduction or on-board recording when connected by BT. If connection is a concern, best just bite the bullet and use a separate recording.

[@Poshgoondas]

Can the receiver connect to the X4 wirelessly? Like it does with the Osmo Action 4 camera

[@ttl_channel]

I'm not familiar with that feature, but highly unlikely with the X4.

[@Disposalist]

@Poshgoondas Does the receiver pair wirelessly with the Action 4? I thought that was just the transmitters, as we see here in this vid with the X4? Just been Googling around and I can't find anything saying the receiver will wirelessly link to anything (except the Mic2 transmitters).

[@superchargederay]

When using the Bluetooth only connection can you adjust things like gain? When connecting my DJI 2 to my Insta360 via Bluetooth it’s doesn’t sound good at all. I’m using to capture audio from car exhausts so it’s pretty loud.

[@ttl_channel]

Unfortunately, adjustments are not available when connected by Bluetooth, only if you are using the receiver. Another option would be to record to the DJI Mic 2 stand-alone and sync in post.

[@gregoriopassport]

can you use the dji mic 2 bt transmitter simultaneously with the preview remote bluetooth to x4?

[@ttl_channel]

I do not have one to test out, but based on past experience I would guess not. Every previous Insta360 camera can only accept 1 BT connection at a time.

[@roninr8199]

The inbuilt audio quality is great and dji mic 2 also works great. The thing bad is video quality 😂😂 I did not buy x3 Becuase of bad quality. What's your take on x4. They should have increased sensor size.

[@ttl_channel]

Check out my X4 review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/apfEe6ippsSnos0

[@roninr8199]

@@ttl_channel thank you

[@roninr8199]

@@ttl_channel I saw in another video that we can use any selfie stick to make it invisible. Is that True? Or we are suppose to buy insta 360 exclusive invisible selfie stick

[@dapperbrapper]

hello. am i able to pair multiple devices with the x4? such as the dji mic 2 and the GPS Action Remote at the same time? thank you.

[@ttl_channel]

Unfortunately I think not. Also, the GPS action remote is not compatible with the X4.

[@Disposalist]

I believe (I saw a vid) that the Mic2 can be set up to make the X4 begin recording when you hit a button on the Mic2 (like a remote)

[@NJWMOTO]

Help !! I used my DJi mic 2 today with my insta X4 I used it on my motorcycle with a lavaliere mic plugged into the mic 2 this works perfectly on the pocket 3, however on the X4 when ever I speak I get a buzzing cracking noise on my voice!!! Could this be the gain too high ? I did turn it down to -6 but ten put it back to zero but still the same. I have noticed on the DJI pocket 3 this lav mic is very sensitive and I have run it at - 8 db but the audio is perfect 👌🏻

[@ttl_channel]

Are you using the mic adapter or by bluetooth? The external mic gain has no affect when using bluetooth. Maybe try to reposition the mic further from your mouth?

[@NJWMOTO]

@@ttl_channel Im using DJi 2 via Bluetooth ive been playing around with things and it only seems to do it when the engine is running as soon as I start talking it sounds terrible like a static crackle over my voice? I can record using it away from the bike with no issues at all it sounds great

[@NJWMOTO]

After extensive testing it would appear that the DJI 2 is to sensitive with a lav mic attached in a helmet I have tried several different mics and as soon as i close the visor the mic is over driving, I can’t use the DJI noise cancelling when connected to the insta x4 on the DJI mic 2 and non of the noise cancelling options work on the x4 they are greyed out! I have tried reducing the mic gain and no better I have even re sited the mic in my helmet well out of the way and it still makes the horrible buzzing cracking noise when I speak. I am wondering if I could put a resistor in the feed line of the mic to make it less sensitive?

[@elvis_chen]

What’s going on with the high frequency noise at beginning (and some other parts)?

[@ttl_channel]

Must be my old ears, but I'm not hearing anything

[@eddiec9225]

Yes there is high pitch sound at the first 30 seconds of video right before the logo

[@michaelgan9190]

Hi can I collect 2 DJi mic 2 to X4 without the DJI receiver?

[@ttl_channel]

Sorry, no, only one.

[@colestudios]

I have tried this but the DJI mic2 won’t record onboard, I hit record and it goes on and straight off

[@ttl_channel]

Correct, if connected by bluetooth, the onboard recording function does not work.

[@mavicprah8063]

Cardo packtalk edge is better than dji, isn’t it?

[@ttl_channel]

Sorry, I have no experience with Cardo products

[@mavicprah8063]

My DJI Mic 2 isn't functioning properly when paired via Bluetooth with the X4. I've tried adjusting the gain from -9dB to even -12dB, but the result remains the same-my voice is consistently distorted (So loud). I have the mic positioned close to my chin, and I'm not speaking loudly, so I'm puzzled by this issue. Here are the transmitter settings I've tried: lowcut set to ON (I also tried it with OFF, but the result is the same), gain initially set to -9dB, now adjusted to -12dB with no improvement, 32-bit mode ON, rec stop OFF, and noise reduction initially OFF, now ON, yet the issue persists. The other settings seem irrelevant. I'm at a loss for what to do next. Should I try connecting the receiver directly to the X4 to see if it yields better results? Thanks.

[@ttl_channel]

The external microphone settings do not work when connected via BT - only when connected using the DJI receiver. Also, on-board recording direct to the DJI transmitter does not work when in BT mode (at least on the X4). You may want to consider just using the Mic2 transmitter as a stand-alone recorder and syncing the video and audio tracks in post.

[@mavicprah8063]

Oh, wow... how disappointing. Ok I will try what you suggested. Thanks!

[@mavicprah8063]

@@ttl_channel Would it make a difference if I connected the transmitter to the receiver (which could be placed inside my backpack) and then used the transmitter inside my helmet? Perhaps this setup would result in even better audio quality compared to using just the transmitter alone?

[@ttl_channel]

Attaching the receiver, means using the Insta360 microphone adapter. Even using a longer cable with the receiver in a backpack, it’s not very practical for moto-vlogging (complicated setup, fragile, not waterproof…). I think this is a good situation for using the on-board recording capability of the transmitter. If you set it to 32-bit float, the quality will be even better than using the receiver.

[@Wooshmagic2000]

Does this work with the Mic 1

[@ttl_channel]

The original DJI Mic requires the receiver attached to the camera. There is no bluetooth option.

[@mavicprah8063]

I have a weird situation with the DJI Mic 2 and Insta360 X4. I pair them via Bluetooth, which works fine, but if I press the record button on the DJI Mic, it vibrates once, the red light appears for 1-2 seconds, and then disappears again, so I guess it doesn't record for whatever reason. Any idea? The mic is paired with the camera because I see the blue link icon on the X4. So Weird. It records when it´s connected to the receiver, but not when it´s paired with the 360. When you have the mic paired do you just press the record button and it starts recording? I even updated firmware for TX and RX and same result.

[@ttl_channel]

Unfortunately, the remote start/stop feature does not work when connected to the X4, nor does the on-board recording.

[@mavicprah8063]

@@ttl_channel So... how am I supposed to start recording with the DJI Mic 2? Or does it automatically start recording once I begin recording with the Insta360 X4, but without displaying the red LED?

[@mavicprah8063]

@@ttl_channel Ohhh, I just tested it, and yeah, it's recording! I can hear the audio in the Insta360 video. But... is that audio the correct one, or is the correct one the audio stored inside the DJI mic? Thanks

[@ttl_channel]

When the Mic 2 is connected, all recorded sound is embedded with the video file in the X4. By the way, you can also use voice commands via the Mic 2 to start and stop recording.

[@mavicprah8063]

@@ttl_channel that’s good to know. I hope they can fix it in the future. Thanks

[@Razorwolf88]

In my opinion there is not much difference in Bluetooth connection and the receiver in close range. It’s much cleaner and quicker using via Bluetooth. I will be using the x4 with dji mic 2 via Bluetooth.

[@ttl_channel]

Agreed!

[@IoanBiTza]

4:27 The jack hole is not waterproof and it can't be done.

[@ttl_channel]

It is if you place it behind a waterproof hatch!

[@axelriet]

The video has a terrible buzz. Hard to trust the reviewer.

[@ttl_channel]

Sorry, but I guess my old ears don't hear it. If that makes me not trustworthy, then so be it!