Everyone Will Copy This Microphone - The Comica VM30

COMICA VM30 - geni.us/bqtkj *
RODE VideoMic NTG - geni.us/iujW
Sennheiser MKE-400 - geni.us/MKpk
DJI Mic - geni.us/FPC4s
GEAR I USED TO MAKE THIS VIDEO
[VIDEO GEAR]
A Camera - geni.us/fCo6 or howl.me/ckVm0l...
A Lens - geni.us/w3Oak or howl.me/ckVmU6...
B Camera (Table Top) - geni.us/3deXcAQ or howl.me/ckVm4M...
B Lens - geni.us/z0GG3y
C Camera (Wide View) - geni.us/FOSOn
C Lens - geni.us/nF6Hxa
On Camera monitor - geni.us/ZJVKX
My off camera monitor - geni.us/AHOu
The LUTS I used for this video - bit.ly/42Q58uQ
[AUDIO GEAR]
Microphone (Studio) - geni.us/Tj8RI
Cheaper alternative to studio mic (sounds just as good) - geni.us/0rN8FO
XLR Audio Recorder - geni.us/yDUf
USB Audio Interface - geni.us/ZdN1a
Wireless Microphone (out of studio) - geni.us/XFnz
Podcast/Voice Over Mic - geni.us/G9PIW
Podcast Boom Arm - geni.us/J7Fp
Editing Headphones - geni.us/WmwFC
Editing Speakers (super cheap but awesome) - geni.us/wfLkz
Stand for Boom Mic and Overhead Camera - geni.us/8O8UtdY
[LIGHTING]
Main Light (Key Light) - geni.us/nQQ10
Main Softbox - geni.us/GysBN
Light Stand (for Key/Main light) - geni.us/y4HuK4R
Hair Light - geni.us/waB7lTp
Background Light - geni.us/xFjA
Hair Light - geni.us/waB7lTp
Light Tubes (behind my monitor) - Small - geni.us/5Lvl Large - geni.us/4QPjp
[COMPUTER AND EDITING]
Monitor - geni.us/AG7b6u
Computer - geni.us/rOHA
Dock (one plug for power, audio, monitor, and 6 hard drives) - geni.us/lwJDmz
Keyboard - geni.us/bA16W
Touchpad - geni.us/PLaLMh
Editing Software I Use - www.apple.com/...
Awesome Free Editing Software (Pros use it!) - www.blackmagic...
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If you're looking for a high-quality shotgun microphone, then you need to check out the Comica VM30! This microphone is the first ever of its kind and it delivers great sound quality and wireless convenience.
In this video, we'll show you all of the amazing features of the Comica VM30 microphone and how it can help you capture great audio for your videos and recordings. From its great sound to its wireless convenience, this microphone is a must-have for any video producer or photographer!

[@markwiemels]

* COMICA CVM-VM30 - geni.us/bqtkj * RODE VideoMic NTG - geni.us/iujW Sennheiser MKE-400 - geni.us/MKpk DJI Mic - geni.us/FPC4s

[@MattisProbably]

When you mentioned that you can put the mic on camera A and the receiver on camera B to get the same audio on both cameras I really understood what you mean and why you are praising this thing so much. This has SO many features that make it very convenient to use!

[@markwiemels]

Yes, it’s a pretty unique feature.

[@ExplorationEverything]

That’s a really good feature to know about. Definitely will be using that when my mic comes in.

[@Dr.Thocktor]

🤯

[@crellis1]

I’ve been using the Rode Videomic NTG with the Rode Wireless Go II for a year now. This seems like it has the same features of the Videomic NTG, but works as a transmitter for the wireless receiver. Glad to see companies have realized that was a great feature combination and built a microphone that comes like that stock.

[@markwiemels]

I bet that type of use is what drove the idea.

[@ChannelWright]

The fact that you can feed two different cams at once (and avoid syncing in post) is a real plus. No other reviewer I've watched pointed this out, so its a plus for you as well! But a real negative is that it doesn't have onboard recording. Another reviewer noticed the wireless on this mic can sometimes drop out - even at close range. Perhaps it was only his sample, but it makes me pause. After all, there is a reason this mic doesn't cost a lot.

[@markwiemels]

Mine has had no drop outs, but I agree that is a concern. I have a suspicion that all these new mics are using the same, or one of a limit number of wireless chip sets, so I expect the reliability to be similar to other systems.

[@MrPhillipsTheChangeAgent]

Onboard recording would be great

[@kenappleby8481]

Wow, looking at the price comparison and features this REALLY looks good. Added to my list! I couldn't tell a difference between the RODE and the Comica. Well done, Comica!

[@markwiemels]

Yeah, I though thought they were pretty close.

[@apislapis]

I have plenty of shotgun mics. Usually, I get comments from the wife about what do I need another one for, did you make a bad decision with the last one, etc. It's the transmitter function and the USB mic feature that has captured my attention. Perhaps there's room for one more? Another great product on 'Wiemels TV', thanks Mark.

[@markwiemels]

Haha… Yea, the gear obsession issues are real.

[@moacirfortesjr6587]

There is only one more feature that this mic doesn’t have is: to be able to pair with phones (via Bluetooth) to record really wireless.

[@TimHunold]

I have the Comica VM20 mic. I really like it a lot. I was surprised as value for the cost. I put it on a boom with a long cable to my ZCamS6 or through my DJI Mic for distance.

[@t0nyxgq]

Thanks for the great review. In terms of sound quality, your MKH 50 sounds the best by far. Then the DJI because it sounds more airy and less congested. The Comica seems to sound most congested of the bunch though I do appreciate the great flexibility of the wireless.

[@kernzilla]

priced right, and the dual sync be great for interviews or A/B shooters covering same scene. not a huge deal to sync in post, but this is a clever feature that is certainly attractive. also, doesn't have a cheap sound to, really not bad and has a nice richness.

[@WillNewcomb]

Thank you. The VM30 is good! RE: lav mics: no one else talks about the audio improving in front of your mouth rather than on your shirt. As a beginner I have a Fulaim X5 and it's far better in front of my mouth. I've bought a mic handle to make this easier to use like this.

[@hjd9157]

Innovative design for someone who needs an all in one solution😉👍 I just really wished it used a standard replaceable battery. With a proprietary internal battery it will become a disposable throwaway product once the battery cannot keep a charge or be charged anymore. I’ve had that happen to me before where hundreds of dollars just went down the drain.

[@delmixedit]

Audio post engineer here. Interference tubes aren’t great indoors because of the reflections are just the same voice which creates weird comb filtering. A lot of times film/tv will use mics more similar to small diaphragm condensers inside.

[@markwiemels]

I think, with short shotguns like this, the comb effect is rarely an issue, but agree that pencil condenser is preferable. For the target market for this microphone, it's not something I would worry about.

[@NetvoTV]

Is it possible to cover the shotgun mic side vents to turn it into a small diaphragm pencil condenser mic because shotgun mic basically use condenser too right and their differences is just with and without the sides vents?

[@NetvoTV]

And also these vents are the reason to make the pencil condenser a super cardioid and shotgun a hyper cardioid, right?

[@matangox]

Could you give an advice on a budget mic that would bo ok for indoors. By budget I mean up to 200 euro or dollars.

[@sRagnar]

I really want to see your comparison of Comica VM40 - in your style and you voice!

[@THEHUSTLER84]

bro i love this thing. I randomly bought it and it works so good for some of the things I shoot.

[@youvefoundit]

Comica VM30 or Sennheiser MKE 600 for indie filmmaking?

[@marvinver]

Exclelente video. Gracias por la comparación de los micrófonos en el exterior, me resultó de mucha utilidad.

[@PJPantelis]

great idea! I don't know how this didn't exist already..

[@markwiemels]

I know, you would have thought.

[@felixkrell890]

could I have the receiver pick up other comica clip-on mics? I am thinking about doing conferences with these where the shotgun points at the speaker and the discussion round is done with clip-ons. Would be sick to have this mic and 4 clip-ons transmit to the same thing

[@AngelFX21]

Loved the video, what settings did you have for the microphone like audio levels wise, those vlog style shots sound amazing, what number on the dial did you have on the mic cause I'm trying to get the same quality thanks!

[@BrentTouchstone]

Glad you can adjust the gain. Comica sent me a lav mic to review and it peaked like crazy and had no gain adjustment. I could put it on my belt buckle instead of my collar and it still peaked. I asked about it and they sent another free mic that did the same thing. I never did the review, because it was awful, but I felt bad saying it was awful and hurting their sales when they gave me two free mics. That was the last review I was asked to do by any company, lol.

[@markwiemels]

I don't do negative videos either. I alway tell the company up-font, if it's a product that I can not recommend, I will give you detailed feedback on what is wrong with it, but I won't make a video. There are way too many good products out there, to spend 2-3 days making a video about a poor quality product, is a waste of time.

[@MrCruz-oc8jx]

Hi, can you do a comparison of comica vm30 vs sennheiser mke600

[@cineffect]

Interesting, but I can plug any mic into the transmitter of my DJI Mic system and make it wireless. Can then record on transmitter as well.

[@markwiemels]

Yes, good tip!

[@Alanwking]

I've been thinking the same thing while watching these reviews. I've actually used my DJI mics to create a wireless sound system with my Deity on-camera mic and my Tascam X8. I had the Deity set up as a back up mic that I plugged into my DJI transmitter. The other transmitter was plugged into the audio out of my Tascam X8 which was plugged into the in-house mic system. I had the receiver plugged into my cam so I didn't have to sync audio in post. I had the house sound on one channel and the back up audio from the Deity on another.

[@JorgeLG]

Would it be better to get a shotgun mic and connect it to a wireless mic system ??

[@freelyroaming]

07:07 I don't see how you avoid having to sync your A and B cams with this. It just makes it easier. Still need to sync.

[@markwiemels]

It's if you are using them independently in a project, they both have quality audio tracks.

[@ObscureMics]

Ive had my eye on this one. Comica does some cool stuff. Great video Mark!

[@markwiemels]

Thanks. I assume you have a contact there? If not, let me know.

[@ObscureMics]

@@markwiemels I do. Havnt reached out yet because I have so many dang mics that need done

[@markwiemels]

@@ObscureMics lol! I feel you on that one.

[@jefferson.castillo]

Awesome video! How would it sound if you were to use Beachtek DXA-MICRO PRO ?

[@bhgemini]

So just to clarify what you said at the 7:00 min mark an din response to @MattisProbably: You can get a second cable, plug the receiver into one camera and the camera directly into the other camera and have the same audio sent to both cameras for making multi-cam editing super easy? I want to confirm before ordering another camera cable. BTW-I also have the Deity V-Mic D4 and loved it's on camera and USB-C cable to iOS and Android device performance. It's Windows performance suffered from incredibly low audio via USB. I'm happy to report this works great via USB on PC with the included cable.

[@julianfarquhar]

Can you use this mic with an iPhone 15 pro wirelessly?

[@garypranzo9334]

I have to sync A and B Cameras anyway so why would I want to feed them the same source that if fails will fail for both cameras? I agree it is a cool feature but I would only use it if I had another device recording.

[@bryankjones]

Greetings. Thanks for this video (very helpful). As a MI resident, I noticed the Tigers cap. Are you from the area?

[@markwiemels]

Yea, grew up in Michigan. Life long tigers man. Now in Australia.

[@LouisLuzuka]

I’m a fan of this mic, might be an alternative to my rode video mic pro plus 😮

[@markwiemels]

I think it can be. It's hard to go past a Rode Mic though, they have been so good and reliable.

[@stevens2279]

@markwiemels Your review of Comica VM30 helped me pull the trigger to purchase this microphone. It's easy to use and the audio quality is solid. However, I'm getting a high-pitched hum with every recording. Would you happen to know why? Any suggestions on how to correct the issue?

[@markwiemels]

My first thought would be a cable issue. Make sure you are using the correct cable, TRS for cameras and TRRS for phones, and try an alternative cable if you have one.

[@gugong]

Just wondering if this mic sounds better than NTG 3,4,5

[@uncle-english]

I have a Comica CVM-VM20 And I will definitely have a Comica CVM-VM30

[@draxxicek]

So this is basically a Røde VideoMic NTG clone with a Wireless Go pen-pineapple-apple-penned together. I wonder whether Røde will now suddenly unlock a wireless transmitter mode via firmware in the NTG (like they did recently with Rødecasters)? :D

[@markwiemels]

Wouldn't that be a surprise.

[@LatinRemix]

Would you recommend this over the MKE 600?

[@markwiemels]

They are pretty different mics honestly. The 600 is a studio or boom mic that can also be used on a camera, but if you are mainly using it on camera, or for run and gun with wireless function, I would go with this one. The 600 is a better mic, purely as a mic, but this one has a lot more versatility and is still very good.

[@LatinRemix]

@@markwiemels Wow! I wasn't expecting that fast of a response. Thank you. One follow up question, would you happen to know how it compares in quality with the VM20?

[@markwiemels]

@@LatinRemix Have not used that one, sorry.

[@LatinRemix]

@@markwiemels Understood. Thank you.

[@LatinRemix]

@@markwiemels I want to use your affiliate link, but the one underneath the one I land on via your link included a 3.5 mm to USB C cable and is cheaper too. If I click and buy that one, do you still get your commission? I'm honestly buying because of your video so want to make sure you get yours

[@gigihanmandarin]

Is the wireless receiver compatible with Comica wireless lav mic? can we buy just one or two more transmitter mics and have an additional wireless lav mic system?

[@markwiemels]

I was wondering that, I'm not sure, but it would be a great way to use it.

[@markcornell53]

Can I use this mic with an iPhone using filmicpro?

[@markwiemels]

Yes.

[@aditamartarizky]

Im not an audio expert and i wanna ask how to get rid the hiss effect in 11:31 ? And why it does sounds louder when you put down the microphone further?

[@markwiemels]

This is because I had to boost the audio in editing, what you are hearing is the noise floor in the pre-amps in the camera. You can avoid this by having the gain on the mic higher and set the camera amps lower. If I had set the gain higher, to account for the mic being further away, there wouldn't be a hiss. So the hiss is the camera, not the mic, but the mic can fix the issue with the gain knob.

[@4eyedvgn]

So I've been having a problem with mine. There's a lot of white noise in the background and it's pretty noticable. I already adjusted the volume on my camera and can't find any other options. Would you know any that would probably help?

[@youngfielphotography4581]

Low your audio level in camera, around 1 or 2 audio level. Then boost up in mic

[@Scorpion_007]

How do you record a video with multiple cameras at the same time ? Please make a tutorial

[@CornerstoneFilmworks]

Can the receiver be plugged into a field recorder?

[@markwiemels]

Yes

[@wheelxtech]

Hi Mark, how is the latency?

[@markwiemels]

Good enough that I did not notice any issue. I didn't adjust it in editing.

[@wheelxtech]

@@markwiemels thanks a lot for the reply and detailed review

[@jordanbey870]

Android use???

[@anthonya.mestas7846]

Does it work with an iPhone?

[@markwiemels]

yes

[@CCozart]

Just returned this mic. Encountered very low volume and distortion.

[@ShoutAtMeElmo]

WIth all these low pass filters, high gain and all that, couldnt I get alle the information from sthe mic and just do that in post? wouldnt that be safer instead of getting rid of this information by default?

[@markwiemels]

Yes, you can do it all in post. This is helpful, mostly for people that publish right out of camera.

[@williamaungleyraud]

The one thing that I don't like, which isn't limited to this particular mic or brand is the internal built-in battery, for me prosumer equipment should all have user friendly replaceable batteries, weather the batteries themselves are rechargeable or not. Especially lithium batteries that they all tend to die out after a couple of years of frequent use, that'd make the pre-planned obsolense of this mic on a 2 or so years cycle when a mic should be a long lasting item. Yes tech evolves, but no one should be forced into it. My dad has some mics back from his father that still are kicking despite being older than me, and sometimes that's a desired thing. One of these brands not so long ago had a mic like with a replaceable AAA battery, and yes it made the mic bigger, but we're talking 1cm bigger at best. This is why I prefer products with user friendly replaceable features, like internal storage which is bound to fail after given certain writings and formats cycles. I don't know, that's just my beef with things being engineered to fail and force users to purchase their next thing. Recently I've had to buy a microscope to learn microsoldering because tiny components can crap out on you and it doesn't mean an electronic is now garbage just because there is no easy way to swap parts. My Asus laptop with its infamous battery port that many users including me tend to break because they don't have a standard connector, Asus would gladly void my warranty, and although my fault, Asus makes no effort to signal to it's customers that the dang thing latches differently and is built like Chinese tofu dreg buildings. Alex from NorthridgeFix saved my otherwise doomed laptop, shout out to him. I just missed the days when things were engineered with repairability in mind vs toss it in the garbage we have nowadays. Lol sorry for too many rants in the comment 😅😅 nothing parsonal though 😁👌

[@markwiemels]

This is a really good point, and something that has crossed my mind as well.

[@Slipsch]

Waiting for Rode to come out with this style of mic with the Video Mic NTG

[@markwiemels]

I would be very surprised if they didn’t.

[@williamaungleyraud]

I still like the Sennheiser mic slightly better 🤣👍but I'm still using the Rode Videomicro V1 for being the mic with the highest SPL rating in the market. I didn't check the SPL rating of this mic yet. When you do a lot of outdoor videos, and that motorcycle zips by with a machine gun muffler next to you and ruin your otherwise perfect audio. There are so many scenarios a high SPL rating saved my audio rear end. My to go rig right now (which I'm waiting to slightly upgrade) is the combination of the Rode Videomicro V1 on the right channel + the wireless Hollyland LARK 150 + lav mic on the left channel connected on the Smallrig channel splitter. That gives me audio redundancy, plus I have the freedom to walk and talk and not being diredcly tethered to the camera while getting the best possible audio. I'm still waiting for when all of these wireless mics systems will be having 32bit float recording, and option to external micro sd card storage to completely eliminate the use of apps and proprietary software just for dealing with your audio file. I feel were getting closer to it, and once one company pulls the trigger, they all will follow through, then it will be our personal choice if you want brand A vs brand B, as long as most brands have the essentials covered.

[@markwiemels]

Deity has a 32bit float wireless unit coming to market, may be out already, not sure.

[@williamaungleyraud]

@@markwiemels yeah, I checked it out, it's on pre-order on B&H, but at the $1090.00 price it will suck in the US because due to patent infringement it won't be able to transmit and record simultaneously 🧐 I mean it has everything that I wished for except the price tag, but if to get the feature I'd have to find a way to circumvent US authorized dealers and have no warranty with a gray market product that leaves a lot to be desired. We'll hopefully it will be the catalyst to trigger other companies to do so. I just find it weird how Rode, DJI, Hollyland, and others can offer the functionality while Deity is facing issues, or perhaps it's a patent on recording 32bit float while transmitting, so I wonder what the solution will be.

[@charlieross-BRM]

I'm smiling because the motorcycle roaring by is one of the things I intentionally record. I like going to events with sport motorcycles (not fart bikes if that's what you're describing), watercross snowmobiles, and big speedboats. For those I want reach and high SPL capability. If you have the Sennheiser MKE 400 - how is it physically holding up? There are a lot of knocks on B&H about the cold shoe mount breaking in a short period of ownership. Thx.

[@inSurfersParadise]

Don’t have to wear a dead cat. Bonus!