Is the Ulanzi AM18 mic too good to be true?

[@LightoneD]

Do you know the data rate of the TX onboard recording ? thanks

[@dezfyah]

I have the DJI MIC I bought last year at B&H here in NYC for $329, and this is only $99 and does the exact same thing, what a steal. I bought the DJI MIC, then went to Africa for 3 months missions and humanitarian work and it was great. The Ulanzi doesn't have a magnet or noise reduction like the Newer, Fulaim for the same price, but I'll definitely recommend this to friends. The sound quality is great.

[@dirkalbrodt]

I watched tons of such videos on KZbin and all showed great products. When the DJI did not transfer anything to the receiver, I thought ok, bad luck, can happen, perhaps it fell on the ground while being shipped or so. However, since the exact same experienced happend with my second purchase, the Neewer mic, I began asking myself, do these things actually work?

[@مدونتيمجمعالأفكار]

Yolanzi added noise reduction in its latest update

[@HarryShares]

I have heard some video on youtube, the sound of this mic is very very good. It is even better than DJI Mic and better if not the same as Rode mic pro in terms of sound quality

[@Frombehindthelens]

Thanks for sharing Vic hope you had a good Xmas. I got myself one of these on black Friday well happy with it. 😊

[@FfilmiauFflur]

Top review! I actually ordered this mic system yesterday...😀

[@VicBarry]

Cool. Let me know how it works out

[@tgtAltero]

Thank you for this review! I was impressed that there was not even one cut in sound while you were turning your body off the camera (receiver). DJI Mic has issues with that. Actually, my DJI Mic receiver died. The replacement will cost more than this Ulanzi mic. I have a question. How do you connect this mic to your iPhone 15? USB-C to USB-C cable?

[@VicBarry]

Hey 👋 no problem. Yeah. Exactly USB C to USB C

[@tgtAltero]

@@VicBarry Just ordered! Thanks again!

[@theweekendphoto]

Can you connect this to a mixer using the transmiter lapel mic hole?

[@triumph_cv]

just ordered this system earlier today - your review has made me feel better about my "impulse" buy. That range! 😮

[@MAProvide]

im so glad you made this review because i was contemplating purchasing this microphone

[@VicBarry]

No problem. It’s a good mic

[@tammanaq]

Does the audio from each microphone end up as isolated tracks? Or as a single stereo track?

[@TheRuralWorld24]

Great Test/Review! Appreciate it.

[@VicBarry]

Thanks for watching

[@TheTimePostChannel]

WOW, you walked too far away and it's still working like a boss without a tiny break whatsoever, and sounds so good too 👍

[@IrreverentSOB]

Excellent review and great video, it was extremely useful, thank you !

[@SteveSacramento]

I bought mine for $79.99 on Amazon and have been testing it out and it is worth at least $200!! I will be doing my own videos about this little gem soon!

[@VicBarry]

Hey Steve, good deal. I think it’s a similar price for folks who use my code as well. How are you finding it so far?

[@SteveSacramento]

@@VicBarry it is the best wireless mic I have had so far! I haven't tried the wind muff yet or the distance but I will make a video testing soon.

[@luisurbe]

me too hahahaha. I agree with you

[@PreslyGakedirelwe]

@SteveSacremento holy cow that's crazy price. I got get one for my video recording.

[@PreslyGakedirelwe]

Can you give the supplier link @Steve

[@lucap7]

at 6:30, I was expecting you to tell us it has a lighter!

[@macdoctorsg]

can you activate/deactivate the onboard recording via the touch screen receiver, like the DJI?

[@brazhnikov]

No

[@MeetSummerMicrophone]

Love the video, precise and informative, helped me learn more on how to promote my own lavalier microphone through vlogging😁

[@Scootermcshooter]

Great video! i just purchased an used your code so it came out to only 90 bucks and free shipping that's insane! thought i was gonna be chilling out 350$ at best buy for something similar but Ulanzi is a great brand. the Mics and receivers are also beauty's

[@AmericanEnglishBrent]

I have the DJI wireless mic, which I love, but it sounds like Ulanzi did a great job for a low price. Well done, Vic.

[@IgnatSolovey]

I have the DJI kit and I'm happy with it - but just bought this Ulanzi kit for the sake of buying it (backup never harms)... for $65, not $100, although delivered from China. Also, I don't really know why would one care for wireless range with SELF-RECORDING TRANSMITTERS, unless you use them for live streaming. If you are just recording, a dropout or two (or ten) in case there is a backup, is NOT an issue. Indeed that adds some work in post but you never lose your audio anyway.

[@markshirley01]

​@@IgnatSoloveywho did you buy from for $65?

[@Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole]

It's oftentimes cheaper if you order it overseas. But you have to wait about three months for it to arrive.

[@Worthfishing]

That’s a pretty good deal for the money.. couple weeks ago, I bought the Hollyland max lark it been great but it’s more money

[@VicBarry]

Hey 👋 serious bang for buck alright. The Hollyland looks great too

[@Alextech3610]

I think the audio sounds great, when u were walking away the audio was still going with no problem, great video

[@abdulqadeersyed3203]

Which Ones the better option the NEEWER CM28 or the ULANZI AM18? if anyone used it feel free to leave a review as well of either of these

[@jonaslcx]

I have this mic but I can find a functioning lav mic for the transmitter. Any suggestion on the lav mic that works on this (also not that big in size & affordable)?

[@sixstringbuzz]

This is my problem too! I've tried TRRS and TRS external lav mics and none of them are recognized.

[@xtra4u210]

Daft question, wish it could work wifi with iPhone 15 wirelessly ? I have ordered it and may send DJI Mic 2 back, still boxed. . Lat question can I get stereo into iPhone with these two mikes ?

[@AlexLefevreArt]

I'm living in China and there is even some product that aren't worldwide yet. This is the fastest growing company. I definitely bought a lot of my equipment, rig cage etc. from that company. Amazing communication too.

[@silentroam]

Just got these, audio is horrible, adjusted settings in cam on the ulanzi, my audio had chirping noises and sounds like im talking infront of a fan, anyone have a good fix?

[@melquiads1]

Estou com o mesmo problema

[@silentroam]

i think you have the same issue? i no longer have the issue and they work good now, lower ulanzi mic to around 5i think and camera audio to about middle @@melquiads1

[@vidademikey9790]

Lol your mic is defective.

[@silentroam]

@@vidademikey9790 lol no they suck , just save money and buy dji or rode

[@PhotoGearFun]

Funny at 3:20 I thought you were going just to turn on the blower motor in you car and point the mic at it. :-) Thanks for the video Ulanzi is killing it lately with their budget offerings.

[@VicBarry]

🤣

[@DmonpinoyTV]

Hi Vic,, can i connect the mic to Go Pro 13 without receiver. I want to know before i buy.. thanks

[@VicBarry]

Hey. Afraid not

[@kymmoulds]

Hi Vic. Firstly, thank you taking the time and effort to make this video of your review of the Ulanzi AM 18. It's very informative and interesting at the same time. A quick question if I may, do you know if the TX (microphone transmitters) will work directly with the Insta360 Ace Pro and/or the X4 without using the RX (receiver)? I know that the DJI 2 will work with one of them. If you don't know then no problems. Cheers

[@AllThingsFilm1]

As a small channel content creator, I've picked up a few wireless systems to review. (Reviews to come.) But, for $99, the Ulanzi is extremely impressive and very useable for the price. Even when the sale for the Ulanzi goes away, the $129 price tag is still competitive compared to other wireless systems. Not sure I can justify picking up the Ulanzi given all the very good systems I already own. Ulanzi will definitely sell a LOT of the AM18 systems, for sure. Thanks for sharing your expeirence.

[@airadaimagery692]

What’s your favorite budget mic’s in the $100 price range? There are so many to choose from nowadays, it’s worse than picking out wallpaper...

[@kkrugley]

does it work with non-typec iphones? iphone 13 for example

[@Chubsaichew]

Which camera did you use??

[@joyster75]

Is it only 16 bit sound?

[@InTodaysVideo]

Hey Vic, which do you recommend as compared with the Neewer CM18? Thanks!

[@sherintalkz]

24 bit or 16 bit?

[@MotionTvbd]

16 bit

[@125blackjack]

I heard you even walking away. I never stopped hearing you.

[@grabedigger]

Yes! What's best is that this records inside for HOURS!! Shame it is 16bit audio, but still, it's amazing, you just need to be careful with your audio levels or leave it in auto. I have these now for almost one year and they are amazing, the audio can be worked out in Resolve to achieve a more natural sound.

[@Ky41441]

Can you recommend what settings to record on? I just purchased but it doesn’t sound as good. audio gain settings?

[@ZeNch25]

In your camera: sound gain low as possible. In mic select the gain high as you need.

[@barrywilliams7638]

can you plug in a lavalier external microphone in it? (not enough space in my motorcycle helmet for the transmitter.)

[@VicBarry]

You can plug a lav into each transmitter (mic) so you can definitely run a cable

[@sixstringbuzz]

@@VicBarry Have you found an external lav that works, though? I have tried several - with TRRS and TRS connectors - and none are recognized by the transmitter. I've seen other comments about this on Reddit as well. This is a huge problem with this little miracle unit.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

There’s no way this mic should be that good !!

[@VicBarry]

Ha! Hey Darren, hope all is well. Yep, really impressed with this! And for the price....

[@PRINZENENGEL]

Recorded with mono or stereo?

[@J.E..]

Great review! Is this mic more for talking or can i use it for my gopro, to record for example onboard enginesound of a MX Bike?

[@VicBarry]

Thanks. May well depend on the positioning but to be honest anything is probably better than the onboard mic on the GoPro

[@florentin10]

unfortunately, the transmitter does not have a blocking system. When it is used with an external microphone and the transmitter is kept in the pocket, the physical buttons are accidentally pressed and the recording is interrupted.

[@vidademikey9790]

Well then dont press the buttons?

[@ZeNch25]

Instead of a pocket, it is much better to use a clip and place it on your belt or the edge of your pants, especially behind if you want it to be hidden as much as possible.

[@victoronline5840]

Can the 2 microphones be recorded separately on the L and R channels or are they automatically mixed in a single channel?

[@ReegiMartins]

Yes, you can record in Stereo mode!! One will be in L and the other in R channel.

[@MarkSaiger]

Very impressive! I paid 4 times that price for my current wireless system

[@VicBarry]

Hey Mark, yeah. It is indeed.

[@DigiDriftZone]

Question, how securely does the wind muff attach? - I've tried a few wireless mics and the wind muff tends to fall off it knocked, is that a problem with this one?

[@kairosmusic02]

it locks in pretty good

[@DigiDriftZone]

The mic records in 16bit though, 16bit is more than enough for final output, but it does reduce flexibility vs the 24bit in most budget systems and the new gold standard of 32bit in flagship ones. Incredible value though, just make sure you get your levels right!

[@booshipvideo5513]

Bought it yesterday. But can't record stereo on iPhone. Anybody know why?

[@airadaimagery692]

Make sure background noise function is turned off, if it’s equipped with that.

[@petrusoveja7766]

Am văzut descrierea tehnică și filmarea . Eu am fost obligat ca să învăț limba rusă la școală ...😢 De aceea te întreb : Cît timp rezistă acumulatorul de la transmițător ? Dar cel de la receptor ? Ca să știu cît timp pot ca să filmez , continuu . La revedere 🇹🇩 Sau ...dasfidania 😢

[@Journey-and-Destination_]

Just got my new AM18. Thanks for the discount, Vic! I have a question. What charger are you using to charge the case? I don’t want to kill my new mics. Thanks.

[@VicBarry]

Hey - Couldn't tell you to be honest. I just plug it into whatever is to hand

[@CasaFassa]

Cleared for purchase, Thanks Vic!

[@PatrickMastersProductions]

The audio is amazing for $100. Mine should be delivered any day now.

[@VicBarry]

Hey Patrick, awesome stuff. All this was direct with zero post production done on the audio. Really impressed

[@frankfountain7680]

Another fantastic video, Vic!

[@VicBarry]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MaxVoltageTech]

Vic, I bought this mic for 68.99 on a black friday deal. What a steal!!! But... It took me a while to figure out the best way to make this work when using it with my computer. It seems the best way is to connect it through the ZV1 and use that mic input to the computer via the microHDMI out. anyway, that I figured out. Not so simple with an Android phone. From what I can tell, the phone sees it as a chargeable device so the phone charges the receiver when using the USB C to USB C cord. I have done numerous searches and can't find a solution. I have changed the mic source to external in the camera app and then no sound is recorded. Other than purchasing a 3.5mm to usb c adapter (so the USB can't charge the device), do you know of anyway to fix this situation?

[@VicBarry]

Wow. That’s a bargain and then some. I don’t have any experience with Android phones I’m afraid so can’t help here. Maybe somebody else can jump in?

[@techno.travel]

Смените кабель TYPE-C TYPE-C на другой.

[@BrooklynJimmie]

Guess this makes it an inexpensive mic as opposed to a cheap mic. It's not bad at all. 👍🏾

[@PotOfPlenty]

I'm just a little youtuber, but I can confirm this mic is excellent, better than the DJI and Rode mics.

[@underwatersweden]

I am not surprised, Ulanzi has high quality in all their products😄

[@VicBarry]

Yep. Always find their build quality really solid.

[@markshirley01]

Their falcam clips are great - pretty decent company as well, I bought a L-bracket from them that didn't fit my lens because I hadn't read the compatible list, they still replaced it with no bother

[@NaeemReign]

NGL I like how this sounds better than dji and comica

[@Thefczone]

Guys does it work with iphone pro max 15?

[@VicBarry]

Yes

[@workfasts]

So the package comes with cable for recording to camera, iPhone and Android phone?

[@Kemafrik]

Yes.

[@vidademikey9790]

Si.

[@faithinthejourney6409]

Maybe I am impatient I never saw how to use it just a review of how grateful it is

[@GeneralBuckles]

A lot like the NEEWER CM28 / FULAIM X5 ... but more solid price point.

[@TimBrownTown]

This is going on my wishlist but I'd like to see a comparison between it, the Hollyland Lark M1 and the Fulaim X5. Or maybe I should buy all three, test them and send the losers back?

[@VicBarry]

Depends on what you’re shooting really. But that’s a good shout about trying all 3 and see which one best suits you and your workflows

[@JoePenaProductions]

I was disappointed with the audio quality of this mic system. So much so, I didn't even bother to do any audio processing on it like I do with all my projects. - Came back to say I only use the onboard recording from the transmitter, and use the wireless audio for reference only. The onboard recording from the transmitter, naturally defeats the purpose of wireless, but my primary criteria is audio quality.

[@anthonyhorne7699]

Did you turn your audio gain down on your camera as low as possible? I've just bought one, audio is great

[@vidademikey9790]

You must have had a defective mic. Mine sounds great!

[@markshirley01]

I think the price has been dropped on the DJI Mic now, so its a bit more of a difficult decision what to go for. I only do 3 or 4 interviews using mics a year - so maybe this will work out cost effective. I imagine the battery will only last a couple of years anyway and youd have to throw it away, so not as costly

[@arijunal]

Do you throw your car away when the battery dies? 😂

[@markshirley01]

@@arijunal no because you can get a replacement - you cant on these mics?

[@pauuuuul87]

Now they're 80$ on the site. It's amazing for the price

[@artbrutnewyork]

I heard MacBook users can’t do firmware updates because it’s only compatible with Windows.

[@tammanaq]

Great video. I just found it for only 76 dollars. Waiting for the postman now.

[@VicBarry]

Wow good deal.

[@ohwhoaitzjoe]

My biggest con is that they don’t fit snugly in the hot shoe port of my camera.

[@VicBarry]

Not sure if they came with this or something else but they’re are tiny little stickers that you can get to increase the height so it’s a better fit

[@AaronCloud-ft1kk]

👍👍 01:39

[@realgoodmusic1]

The car is windy when you're driving.

[@dmlelectrics8990]

Sounds decent for the price

[@techno.travel]

Крутой обзор!

[@lambo_drives]

4:51 yuck $100 😮 wow; don't throw out the kitty

[@bla546]

THE AUDIO IS SATURATED AS HELL on my camera. Can not control it, the control system is terrible. Good looking mic that does not work well.

[@melquiads1]

Estou com o mesmo problema. Você conseguiu resolver?

[@vidademikey9790]

Maybe make sure your camera is compatible with this system next time? 😅

[@ZeNch25]

Camera gain low as possible. Mic gain high as you need.

[@Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole]

Amazing. Once you turn on the Ulanzi Am18 mic you become Scottish!

[@Josafs]

Anyone who backs up into a bush for the views gets my Sub! 😂

[@kellmarktv]

Omg are you serious. It's good I saw this video because I was about to buy the hollyland $270

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

😎

[@florentin10]

Today I discovered that Ulanzi equipped their transmitters with the weakest memories in the world. If you record internally and want to copy files, you'll experience speeds of 300 kbps and a maximum of 1-2 Mbps. So, you need a lot of patience. Besides this, sometimes when the audio file splits, it remains silent for 1-2 seconds. A total disappointment with this Ulanzi product.

[@7777russ]

Thank you for the warning, I canceled my Ulanzi mic order and reason i gave for cancel was Vic Barry said it was trash, you saved me $100. I just ordered the DJI from Amazon even if it costs more, I would rather have something that works well.

[@prozekutor]

either you're being an idiot or you just read titles without watching videos : the man has said 7:36

[@VicBarry]

🤣 you did watch the video right?

[@markshirley01]

Ehhh which video did you watch 😂😂😂

[@vidademikey9790]

Are you slow? Did you you even watch the video? 😂

[@SiromanProduction]

Bought this mic and it doesn't connect to the pc, so I can't take the internal recordings from it. So it's 50% useless