Sony FX3 XLR Audio Handle EXPLAINED!

[@RayValencia]

Part 2: Rode Wireless GO II on the Sony FX3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PXaH9jp7V5j9U

[@sethmendelsohn1349]

I've been looking everywhere on the internet to find an ideal way to use my Sennheiser Shotgun mic with this top handle, and I'm honestly so grateful that you mentioned the rubber spacers...so much better then my current tape job hahaha

[@M-B-Smith]

All killer, no filler! Really appreciate the straightforward approach and the clear instruction. This video answered every question I had about the function of the FX3 audio handle before purchase.

[@RayValencia]

Thanks, Matthew. I'm finishing up Part 2 now. Again, with No filler. All info.

[@TCDEric]

I just got this audio handle the other day and I cannot imagine a better video to teach me how to use it. Congrats on making THE definitive guide!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks Eric! Glad I could help you.

[@DJILLEE]

Great video! One note I have is that using attenuation does NOT lower background noise. It only lowers the volume of the mic overall. That part was a little misleading.

[@RayValencia]

Hey DJ Illee. Thanks for checking it out, man! I thought in my explanation, I showed that the attenuator changes the Sensitivity of the microphone. I used background noise in my example to show the increase/decrease in Sensitivity of my vocals compared to surrounding noises. When set to 0db, it is the most sensitive and you hear the BG noise clearly, as well as extreme detail in my voice (so I showed how both vocals and BG noise decrease in volume as I go higher in Attenuation). If you're interested, I have a part 2 of this video, where I explain the FX3 handle again with the Rode Wireless GO II. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PXaH9jp7V5j9U

[@bixbyknollsyoutubechannel4216]

Only video educating on the Audio handled on the FX3 love it.

[@RiteVisuals]

Just picked up the FX3 and was a little overwhelmed looking at all the dials on the top handle. I love that you didn't just say what settings we should use you actually explained the "why" behind it. Great work!

[@RayValencia]

Thank you! Follow-Up video on this coming soon.

[@RondellKB]

First video I've seen like this, very informative. This should be the official getting started video for the xlr handle lol. You have a new subscriber.

[@JoseWela]

Many thanks for this, this solved my need to record 2 different levels in separate channels with just one mic, I wasn't sure how to do it. I love u.

[@RichardPosey]

Great presentation! Definitely sped up my understanding of my FX3. For the loose mic issue, mine is a Rode NTG-2, I solved it with a piece of bike inner tube.

[@tomgoffnett5624]

PERFECT! BIKE INNER TUBE IS PERFECT! Thank you!

[@schweizerkurventraume2134]

I have just bought the fx3 and i am fairly happy that you share your knowledge about the microfon part

[@samchan5513]

After watching many related KZbin video about sony & Microphone, your program is the BEST! Thanks for this wonderful explanation.

[@RayValencia]

Thanks Sam!!! I really appreciate you even taking the time to check it out. Glad I could help.

[@AlvinDedeauxFlyFishing]

This is great, was going to get the FX30 without the handle, but you changed my mind. Excited about getting some better audio!

[@RayValencia]

Awesome. Thank you Alvin. Yes, much better to have the options for professional audio hookups in case you need it for a gig!

[@TheArizonaHooligan]

My FX3 will arrive Monday. Now, thanks to your amazing explanation of the audio handle, I feel more confident about the audio setup. Thank you.

[@RayValencia]

Hi Thomas!. Congrats on the new Camera!! How are you liking it so far? Getting used to it?

[@TheArizonaHooligan]

@@RayValencia Oh, I'm already a Sony shooter with a pair of Alphas, an a7siii, and an a7iv so it's already familiar with the system. I will use the FX3 as a dedicated gimbal and studio cam. I love the form factor and the audio integration. Thank you for asking Ray. And thank you again for the great content.

[@josemoreno6886]

Ray, This was one of the most useful bits. Thank you and I appreciate you taking the time to share with us.

[@labandlegacy]

This is great man! Thanks for breaking this overlooked subject down. I need a stereo in and 2 mic inputs for my interview videos and now knowing this has the capability to record 4 total channels is awesome. I can leave my portable recorder at home. That seals the deal for me... I'm ordering the FX3!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks for checking it out. I made a Part 2 of this video using the Rode Wireless GO II, if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PXaH9jp7V5j9U

[@bigfellastatuscinema]

GREAT TEACHER !!!! THANK YOU ... I AM NOW DOCUMENTARY READY

[@tombuck]

Totally brilliant- I learned a lot from this. 🙏

[@RayValencia]

Thanks!! I have several videos on FX3 Audio if you're interested in the subject.

[@tombuck]

@@RayValencia I’ve been checking them out! Ordered an FX3 yesterday that should be here next week 👍

[@RayValencia]

Awesome, Tom. Congratulations! It's a GREAT camera. So fun to use and the auto focus is very reliable. it allows you to be more creative and concentrate on other things.

[@Dwoalin]

I was already brainstorming a way to fill out the gap inside the microphone grip for my 416 when I purchase one. I was thinking foam initially but the rubber grips are a great idea! Thank you for that recommendation and link to them ♥

[@The_onthemoons_wedding]

New fx3 user here, thank you , your video helped a lot !! 🙏🏾

[@RayValencia]

Congratulations on the FX3! And thanks

[@tillytothetophere]

Ray thank you so so much I have Sony FX3 and I wasn’t able to use the handle until I saw your video thanks so much.

[@RayValencia]

Thanks Tilly! Nice camera you got there! And you're welcome, Glad I could offer some assistance.

[@zhuboy]

Great video! I couldn't find a workaround for my sennheiser mic until i watched your video. Had no idea about the rubber grips. Thanks!

[@gc3video]

Keep coming back to this video , super helpful! make more

[@RayValencia]

Sure thing. Is there anything in particular you'd like to know about?

[@kentan00]

Im not an audio guy, so this helped me out immensely

[@RayValencia]

Haha, thanks! I've worked on set as an Audio guys for TV many times! Glad I could help.

[@renegadecreative4809]

Loved the video. What shocked me the most is how small the dials are!! Lol I saw the close ups in this video and didn't realize how close they really are! The dials are so tiny!!

[@RayValencia]

Yes, I used a Macro lens to show the extreme closeups, but these dials are the exact same size as All of the Sony Cinema cameras I've shot with over the last decade including the FS7, FS5, FX9, FX6.

[@Staygold31]

Great video. In depth. Explains everything I was looking for ! Thank you

[@RayValencia]

Thanks for checking it out

[@AdrianNathanLopez]

Great job!!! Would love to see a breakdown of your mixer setup as it relates to this FX3 video.

[@philweldon8525]

Very useful explanations. Much better than Sony's manual. The two filter settings are high pass (low cut) filters, mainly used to cut wind, traffic, air conditioner, heavy machinery, or handling noise. Also buzzing florescent light fixtures (60 hz). The filter can be set to 100 hz (hertz or cycles) or 300 hz(hertz or cycles). The cut is fairly gradual, so to cut 60 hz noise, the 300 hz setting is probably best. To cut wind noise, the 100 hz setting is probably best. No cut gives the best sound unless interference from low environmental sounds is a problem (two octaves below middle C is about 60 hz). One cavil; the correct frequencies are 300 Hz, 100 Hz (three hundred cycles per second, one hundred cycles per second-NOT three hundred thousand Hz, one hundred thousands Hz or cycles per second (300 KHz, 100 KHz, three hundred kilohertz, one hundred kilohertz)- humans can not hear nor most microphones pick up, sounds that high in frequency).

[@robert-zech]

Thanks for the great help with this excellent explanation on input levels, attenuation and config with the XLR top handle!

[@ellebrownfilm]

This video is amazing! Exactly the clear guidance I was looking for for my FX3 audio options. Thanks man! Subbed.

[@RayValencia]

Hi Elle. Thank you so much for checking out the video. Glad I could offer some guidance!

[@lukeb2]

Exactly what I was wondering about my FX3. Thanks for this!!

[@RayValencia]

Awesome. Just sharing what I've learned. Thanks for watching.

[@XxavierPolk]

Very helpful! And the music is FYE!!

[@jjaymefilms]

One of the best! Simple and direct

[@roblindsay101]

very well explained, even if you got a bit lost in the weeds at the end with your 4 mic sources :). I like the way you clearly explained the rest of the system -- thanks!

[@RayValencia]

Thank you for checking out the video. I try to make it as easy to understand as possible.

[@DreamsToRealityLLC]

Thanks man you saved me with this video

[@DookeyLukey]

This is so incredibly helpful, wish I had seen this prior to my last couple of shoots lol. Always room to learn!

[@Superjeanmarc]

Simply amazing . Invaluable. Thank you so much for this

[@HighGravityAdventures]

Great video! Thanks for helping me understand how this interface works!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks! Glad this video is still helping LOTS of folks out, even 2 years after I created it.

[@oliverwhite30]

Many thanks for your efforts with this top handle audio review.

[@durianriders]

XLR FTW!

[@RayValencia]

Gotta Love XLR!!

[@ChrisHorlador]

Thanks for this bro,.. This is a great help into FX3's microphone module... Superb job and very very informative.. 👏

[@BuleJagterAdventures]

Your video is exactly what I was looking for. I wish more "Informative/How to" videos explained with as much depth, and with as much clarity as you have with this video. I am confident, if I had not watched your video before trying to use the handle on my FX3, with microphones attached to it, I would have become very frustrated. Thank you.

[@RayValencia]

Thank you for watching. I ended up making this video after weeks of trying to explain it to people over messenger, Facebook, and DMs until I realized a lot of people had the same questions...resulting in this video. But now that this video is here, please let me know if you have any other questions!

[@edfoster1374]

Awesome series, dude! Thanks for all the killer FX3 info! Everything is pure sizzle from you.

[@RayValencia]

Thanks! More to come.

[@kiah9318]

Excellent video! Thank you for showing us how to use the features at the top handle.

[@RayValencia]

Glad I could help. Thanks for taking the time to drop me a line!

[@agudal8503]

I really liked this deep dive. Thanks!

[@hairywitt]

Great video! I am having a terrible time trying to bring a line in from Zoom Hn6. I have a cable to split the 3.5 into two xlr’s and into the top handle. Lots of terrible noise.

[@hernanjimenez9345]

Cant thank you enough man! Such a great video! You have a new loyal follower here.

[@RayValencia]

Glad to help! I am extremely grateful to have you here Hernan. Stay in touch!!

[@_JRJ]

brilliantly explained, thank you Ray V - Big up yourself!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks, nugs!

[@MOMENTSbyRonSonedecker]

The K3M (and the "K3M" that comes with the FX3), IMHO, are way underrated for what they really can do. You can have up to 4 different mono sources (as long each channel is matched left and right) imbedded with your video (no post-sync needed), and the pre-amps are surprisingly good. I just wish Sony would have made the handle on the FX3 more modular, but then again the first thing I did when I got the FX3 was take the entire handle apart to see how everything was piped inside there and to see what kind of modularity I could do myself. We'll see! Thanks for taking the time to make this video.

[@RayValencia]

I completely agree. I wish I could pop the XLR module off the handle with another Digital Shoe when I don't need it. It definitely doesn't pack into bags very easily in 1 solid piece either. Although, I'd rather have it than Not at all. Lol. I saw a few Frankenstein XLR handles on the FX3 Facebook group... looks like there's some kind of ribbon cable wiring it all together. Did you get passed that phase and remove it?

[@MOMENTSbyRonSonedecker]

@@RayValencia Yeah, I broke the entire handle down into each individual component (there is a ribbon cable that runs from the MI shoe through the handle and to the main internal body). I've got the equipment downstairs set up to put a quick video together on some mods to the FX3 similar to my A7SIII video I made and I plan to jokingly show what my handle now looks like (because I like to break things down and see how I can muck around with them) - guess I need to join the FX3 FB group like I did the A7SIII group.

[@RayValencia]

That's awesome. I'll be looking for your video.

[@MOMENTSbyRonSonedecker]

@@RayValencia Thanks, put the first vid together yesterday, and I think I joined the correct FX3 group - looks like there were a few but I joined the one with the most members. I saw a lot of "innovative" stuff on there - I personally like when people try to make their stuff "their own".

[@RayValencia]

@@MOMENTSbyRonSonedecker Awesome. I'll see you in the fb group, and I just Subscribed to your channel!

[@nyambe]

That setup looks so sweet

[@johnrburke]

Do you have a video showing how you mount your monitor with the Sony top handle?

[@RayValencia]

Hey John! Yes I have a whole rigging tutorial towards the end of this FX3 Tilta Cage video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ3Ydp-qha6lg5I

[@leighmosley7873]

Excellent explanation. Thank you.

[@McDoogMedia]

This was SOOOO helpful!! Exactly what I needed - Thank You!

[@RayValencia]

You're the reason I made it! Happy to help.

[@emmanuelcortes9689]

This video was very useful to me. Thank you.

[@RayValencia]

Thanks for watching. Part 2 is OUT now: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PXaH9jp7V5j9U

[@MANGO-FILM]

How did you connect the mixer with the handle? What cable did you use and is it a line in then?

[@jaham1013]

Thanks for the video! super helpful!!!

[@sobhhi]

thanks for taking the time to show us all of this. great video, appreciate your hard work

[@RayValencia]

Glad I could help. Thanks for checking it out. I made a follow up video on this handle and Wireless GO II if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PXaH9jp7V5j9U

[@sobhhi]

@@RayValencia yeah I just checked it out bro. Great work there too. I think that would be the best way to get 2 channels into Input 3.

[@simbavisuals]

Thanks for the video! Definitely keep it up, I learned a lot :)

[@JTHealy]

Thanks for taking the time to make this!

[@theeverydayarianna]

This is incredibly helpful, THANK YOU!!!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks for checking it out. Much appreciated.

[@Ribeye512]

Thanks mate! Love to learn more on thefx3👏

[@tacoboy262]

You sir just earned a subscriber, great work on the explanations! Would you mess with the low cut filter switch on the physical microphone on the Sony vg1?

[@RayValencia]

Yes, absolutely. For every day use mics, like vlogging, or youtube, especially on certain mics that pick up a lot of noise. For example, I always keep Low-cut on the Lowest setting on the Rode VMP+. Not the Max 150hz, just 75hz, because it tends to pick up a good amount of environmental noises and it helps with the AC or fan noises, etc.

[@RazerView]

great video, just got an fx3

[@RayValencia]

Congrats!! Enjoy! They are still super hard to get your hands on!

[@mattgray9297]

Thanks! This was helpful. And used your link for the spacers.

[@RayValencia]

Thanks Matt! Cool, glad I could help.

[@RancyGohar]

Thank you, I appreciate ur efforts 👍👍👍

[@apsaravideo]

Thanks for a great video . I want to plug sound from the mixer. I see at around 6:09 I have to choose Line level. What kind of cable do I use, XLR or RCA ?​​ Do I plug OUT or IN from the mixer ? Thanks.

[@MANGO-FILM]

Hi Ray, did you compare the noise level with your professional audio recorder? I use the MixPre 3 from Audio Devices and the noise level is far better than the FX3 and the audio handle. So I am using my MixPre 3 and not the handle. Or could my FX3 have a defect?

[@WaltervanDusen]

Excellent video and well timed. I’m on the quest about learning about audio. I own the FX3 and MixPre3 plus a “few” wireless audio devices that I’m learning how to use.

[@RayValencia]

Awesome, Walter. I hope this video helped out a bit, or at least showed you some varying settings and mic configurations. Following you back on Instagram!

[@WaltervanDusen]

@@RayValencia thank you. Keep making your informative and educational videos.

[@rezjrprod]

Pro tip: use the spacer and if you have a spare bicycle tube laying around cut it in a square of about an inch... Clean it off first with Dawn dish detergent to get all the oils off of it.. put it on the inside of the insert for the microphone.. Sennheiser MKE 600 fits perfectly with a little bit of the bike tube..

[@RayValencia]

Love it. Great idea 💡

[@JRWJWV]

This was insanely helpful. Thank you!

[@augustinchauvet6281]

This was super super helpful. Absolute legend! Thank you

[@RayValencia]

Thanks! I have some more FX3 Audio videos coming very soon.

[@kalkydra]

This is great tutorial dude!. Thanks!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks DOM!

[@cheng-enke2875]

Really appreciate!! Thanks for your clear tutorial. Helps a lot!!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks for checking it out.

[@danep99]

This has been so useful, thank you!

[@nomadicmotive]

Awesome job, thanks so much for sharing!

[@NAKEDBOOTS]

You saved me 300$, dude!)

[@RayValencia]

Woohoo! Glad I could help Mr Naked Boots! Thanks

[@MANGO-FILM]

Hi Ray, what kind of monitor did you use and how did you connect it to see all audio channel levels displayed. Thank you....Great videos.

[@roderikrotting7734]

Hay Ray! Great video's on the FX3. Thanks for putting in the work! best from Amsterdam!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks Roderik. Glad I could help. I can only answer so many questions on Facebook before I was like, ok! Let's just summarize it into a video, lol. More to come!

[@roderikrotting7734]

@@RayValencia Haha I am not on FB so YT is my go to place to figure these things out. Always amazed by how poorly manufacturers fill in this need. Great that you pick it up. Keep on making this type of content and you will get some traction here! I'm subscribed! ;)

[@patrick.arnoux]

Thanks for the tutorial, super helpful

[@gadgetphilosophy8290]

Great info mate. Well done

[@chrisscarffe7416]

A great overview thanks

[@glenngulia5409]

Great video. Thanks for making it.

[@benoneilldp]

Super helpful video! Thanks so much!

[@RayValencia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@erickperdomo277]

omg! Took me so long to find this video! I usually run a lav on XLR 1 and a hand held on XLR 2, but I want to add a small rode micro to the input 3 for ambiance sound. Changing the audio setup to 4 channels is the first step . But Premiere handles audio in a weird way (I miss using FCP 7! long ago- I simply dont get FCP X). When I use 2 XLR Channels, Premiere put them on the same track (not two tracks like FCP) and one channel is on the left and the other one on the right. I duplicate the track and I apply the effect fill right with left on one track and fill left with right to the other track. This way I get them separated. But what if I added input 3? I know this is an old video but it's very complete. You covered the 4 channel option much better than other videos. Thanks

[@nowkirkwon]

Keep doing what you do !!

[@moodyfuck3965]

Best k3m audio break down hands down. 👌 atomos ninja v explained coming anytime soon?

[@RayValencia]

Thanks. I actually do have some stuff planned for the NinjaV.

[@moodyfuck3965]

@@RayValencia looking forward 👍

[@terryeyland5305]

Great video Ray! Super helpful. I had an annoying hiss sound with the Sennheiser MKH416 in the FX3. Got rid of most of it, but I was wondering if you could please tell me what settings you put on your FX3 audio handle for the sennheiser?

[@FBombBaggers]

So you can use all 3 inputs at once? Another video said you couldn’t.

[@RayValencia]

Definitely. You have 4 channels of Audio. The 2 XLRs take up 2 channels, the 3.5mm jack on the Handle takes up 2 channels. Although, if you plug something into the 3.5mm jack on the BODY, it will override the XLR Handle completely.

[@alesterleong249]

Super insightful man, thank you so much for the great content!

[@RayValencia]

Thank for stopping by! Let's do this again sometime.

[@jesselopezvlog]

Thank you so very much. That was a wealth of knowledge and has really helped me out!! I have two questions for you. If I am just using the VideoMic Pro+ on the Sony FX3 handle should I still keep the 4ch Audio Monitoring to CH1+3/CH2+4? Also, I'm connecting the detachable 3.5mm TRS Cable into INPUT3 on the handle... should I purchase an XLR adapter to plug into INPUT1 / INPUT2 or is it all the same really. I'm mainly a vlog channel at the moment. Thank you in advance!! 😊

[@RayValencia]

Hi Jesse. All good questions. If you're just using the Rode VMP+ into Input 3, you could put your Input Selector on IN3, to make IN3 be your Ch1-2. Then just monitor, 1/2. You get a couple extra features like the Attenuator if you connect through the XLR, but I like keeping the Rode VMP+ in Input 3 because you can enable the Lower safety channel in the Microphone's functions, then you'll have 2 separate channels for Input3 (one with a lower gain). You can essentially do the same thing with the handle and the XLR to 3.5mm adapter, but you can easily do it in the Microphone itself too. I usually only use that XLR adapter for connecting multiple Rode Wireless Go receivers, because I needed several 3.5mm jacks.

[@carogera]

Genius! Thx Bro 👍

[@marshallhajek]

Very helpful. Thanks, brotha!

[@tabes0]

Fantastic video man

[@innovafilmsco]

Thanks men! Very useful video!

[@GroupIII]

Wow! Great info! I need to study your video. Thank you!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions.

[@TheFelixsKitchen]

Awesome Job! Very very helpful. Mahalo!

[@RayValencia]

Thanks, Felix's Kitchen!!! Mahalo!

[@joelmartinez6476]

Awesome video! Thanks for making it.

[@RayValencia]

Hey Joel. Thanks for watching. Check out my Rode GO II on The FX3 video for a similar run through of the handle. Might have some useful tidbits in there.

[@joelmartinez6476]

@@RayValencia Thanks man. Alright did before!

[@RayValencia]

@@joelmartinez6476 wow. I highly appreciate you taking the time!! Should I keep making fx3 videos? Anything in particular you are interested in knowing more about?

[@jeffreythemeditator]

Awesome presentation! Question: what attenuation do you use for the MKH 416? 10db or 20db?

[@jcmacintyre4365]

I’d like to buy the Sony UWP kit to use with my FX 3 but I still want to use my audio handle, is that possible since the selling point to those is meant to be the use of the hotshoe? Thanks, great video.

[@Seanthecookchef]

Great video on the audio, SUB! Keep them coming on the FX 3...!

[@RayValencia]

Absolutely, thanks Sean. More to come.