Takstar sgc-600 REVIEW - On Camera Microphone for YouTube Videos

[@thavill1990]

Finally! An informative video with the crusts cut off. No crap like “sorry I haven’t uploaded in a while” or “first, let me tell you what I got up to on the weekend” 🙄 great video man. Helped me make up my mind on what I’m getting 👍

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks so much! What mic are you getting?

[@chazabez]

Great little mic for the price. I just have one niggle, the on/off and frequency pass switches on the back of mine rattle. Only a little bit but it still sounds really obvious if trying to use the mic in an active environment. Solved by a applying a bit of electrical tape over them after switching on, but it’s a PITA to do every time you use it!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Hmmm. That’s the first I’ve heard of that issue. I’ve had mine for about a year and a half. Maybe you got a defective one? 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@chazabez]

@@ajwilliamsmedia I think that’s probably the case as it definitely would have been picked up on the multiple reviews if a common issue. If it bothered me more I’d take it apart and try and fix, but it’s really not worth the time.

[@isurusampath007]

Thanks for your review! Takstar SGC 600 rocks!!!

[@AllStarWeldingSC]

I know this video is a few years old, but I have a situation that I'm hoping you can shed some light on... I have a channel, and I make videos about welding. My current camera doesn't have a mic jack, so I have a new camera coming. The mic jack on it, doesn't provide power through the jack, so I am needing a battery/chargeable microphone. I have settled on the VXR3031 or the Takstar SGC-598/600, mostly based on your excellent review, and also the Synco G1(A2) lapel mics. With my current camera, when I record my welding, I get high frequency disturbance that causes vertical lines on the video. Hopefully the new camera will allow me to step back further and zoom in for the close up shots of the welding. It's either effecting the camera, or maybe it's just that the sensor cant handle the arc, and the AC frequency (50hz to 200hz) switching back and forth (different frame rates). But, on the microphones, do you have any idea, or a prediction, on whether or not I will experience any kind of disturbance (from the welding) through the boom mics, or the Synco lapel mics? I believe the Synco's are the 2.4Ghz. Would I be better off looking at some UHF mics? I'm asking you because you are way more educated on this subject than I am. Thank you for any input you may have.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks for the detailed insight into your problem. While I don’t think you’d get any interference with the shotgun mics, I really can’t be sure. The takstar mics have a plastic housing and that doesn’t block external interference very well. If there is heavy electromagnetic signals, the mics may be affected. You may need to go with the MOVO X1 or one of the Sure Shotgun mics. Those both cost a little more, but they have metal housings, so they’ll block EM interference better. They’re still not 100% perfect, so I can’t be certain they’ll work for your specific needs. I’m not sure about the lapel mics because I’ve never used them. I will say that the farther away you are from the mic, the worse it will sound for your dialog, so getting a mic off the camera close to your mouth is probably a better choice.

[@mattcero1]

Best test for metal I've seen so far! Love the sound of this cheap thing. One battery for an entire weekend of continuous recording? You can't beat that. You missed a great opp. to do a 1A audit at the Gulfport police station. Next time consider doing that. Either way, I'm sold on the 600 even though that high pass filter seemed to have little affect. Thank you.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks for the kind words! This mic definitely surprised me as far as sound quality.

[@spedkaone]

These are going to be a very noob questions, but I got to ask... 1. Can I simply plug the aux cable into my PC 'MIC AUX' Port and start using? I already have a decent webcam, not looking to replace it right now. 2. What microhone arms + adapters would I need to mount this mic to my desk, to go on top of my monitor? So it's not in the frame. Any help would be greatly apreciated!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Firstly, I love noob questions, so thanks for asking! 1 - That might actually work. I’ve never done it, but I don’t foresee an issue with doing that. 2 - It has a 1/4-20 thread on it. That’s the standard camera tripod size. Microphone arms usually have a 3/8-16 thread. However, you can get an adapter that converts 3/8-16 to 1/4-20 here - amzn.to/3ih1oAt (affiliate link)

[@lovelylasean]

Hi AJ, thank you for the video. Very informative!

[@Craevings]

Is this good for asmr cooking silent type of videos?

[@chrisfor]

Quality review. I actually thought it sounded a little more balanced than the Rode in studio. Just ordered one, now I have to find a deadcat for it.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

I agree. It has a better straight out of mic (if that’s a thing) sound to it. The noise level, feature set and build quality keeps me using the Rode though. Still haven’t had any luck with the dead cat. Hope you have better luck than me! ✌🏽

[@karinhaze2006]

@@ajwilliamsmedia I found a dead cat by newer to fit perfectly on amazon

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Good looking out! Can you tell me a model number or something? I’ll check it out when I get a chance.

[@jasonsong6747]

@@karinhaze2006 Hey can you share the link? I just ordered my mic and am looking for a dead cat

[@andrianmachkur6981]

@@karinhaze2006 Can I alos have the link?

[@art_by_adrian2913]

I just bought this for 2$ and then found this review and subscribed great woek

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Dude, $2 is s steal! Thanks for the kind words ✌🏽

[@bertmhe]

It doesnt work on my fujifilm xs10. What could be the problem?

[@alicegoldenvalley]

it sounds amazing!!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

🙏🏽✌🏽

[@iforgor15]

Would you recommend it over the 598? Wich one would you recommend, or you think is higher quality between the 600 and 598?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

I can’t really tell an audible difference between the two. I like how the battery is easier to change in the 600, but I like the isolation of the mount on the 598. It really comes down to what you value more.

[@iforgor15]

@ajwilliamsmedia thanks a lot, ill have it in mind when deciding wich one to buy

[@kevinsjournal]

Contemplating between this and the SGC-598, I actually have the SGC-598, but it just broke after 3 years of super heavy usage, so may get another one or upgrade to this, if it's considered an upgrade lol. Does the SGC-600 come with a case? Actually think it sounds even better than most of the Rode mics

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

The SGC-600 does not come with a case, but I do still think it’s (mostly) an upgrade. It has easier battery access, the buttons are on the back instead of the sides so you can see the settings easier. The only downside is the shock mount.

[@InsideMario]

just ordered the mic through your link! great review!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thank you so much! What sold you on the mic?

[@InsideMario]

@@ajwilliamsmedia Ive been using a h1 zoom and while it does provide great quality...I just upgraded to a6300 which has a hot shoe and it would just be nice to eliminate that step of audio so I can create faster while its fresh on my mind

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Love it. I have an h1n as well, but having a mic on camera is 100% more convenient.

[@gabesminigarage5374]

Thanks for the review! Just bought it for $20

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Awesome! Good choice.

[@TheAdventurerofNorth]

thank you so.much sir for the very informative content about takstar, is it compatible with my canon 1300d?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Hey! Thanks for the comment. This mic will work as long as you have a 3.5mm mic input.

[@rocheuro]

Nice review! one of the best on this product! - is it better than older version 598 in terms of sound quality ?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Honestly, It sounds the same to me. I'll be doing a direct comparison soon. In the meantime, I made a video about the sgc-598 (comparing it to the Rode VideoMic NTG) that you can watch if you want: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bV6miqKdoqmgqJo

[@thanujaudayanga7228]

This is helpful thanks..

[@SunshineRaeofRandom]

Really nice job on this review. The sound on your video is good too. 👍

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks! 🙏🏽

[@ln7331]

Great video. Thank you

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

No problem! Thanks for stopping by. ✌🏽

[@KINGDOMKONCEPT]

I'm looking for a good boom stand for the Sgc-600 what do you recommend?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Great question. The SGC-600 has a 1/4-20 thread instead of a 3/8. If you go with a boom stand you’ll need a 3/8 to 1/4-20 thread converter. BUT you can get a regular monopod and use the mic natively on that.

[@KINGDOMKONCEPT]

@@ajwilliamsmedia Thanks man! I appreciate the timely response.

[@gabrielc9789]

Thanks for the review!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

No problem! What do you think of the mic?

[@gabrielc9789]

@@ajwilliamsmedia from your video it sounds like the perfect starter mic for me. Plus at that price!

[@maverickninjaentertainment6670]

Hi Anthony, silly question but I’m new to this and thinking of starting a gaming channel - does this microphone work plugged into an iPhone? I don’t have a Dslr or anything like that and will mostly be filming on my phone. Thanks by the way, new subscriber from me! Cheers man 🤘

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Hey! It does work on an iPhone. You’ll need the earphone adapter, but the included splitter works great with this mic. Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@maverickninjaentertainment6670]

@@ajwilliamsmedia no worries at all! Thanks for the great content. Really helpful and brilliant videos to watch. Out of interest (and my ignorance lol) do you mean a specific earphone adaptor or like the normal headphones that come with it?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

If you have an iPhone X or above you’ll need a lightning to female 3.5mm trrs adapter because the phone won’t have an earphone jack. The Takstar SGC-600 comes with a splitter that allows you to plug in the mic to the 3.5mm input.

[@maverickninjaentertainment6670]

@@ajwilliamsmedia that’s so awesome mate thank you, I am very grateful for your help! Cheers buddy x

[@powerofprayerministrysp.o.8379]

This video is very Informative Anthony your video we're clear good quality and I really enjoy it

[@wonka_yt6330]

Hey, I just got one of these, and it’s not being recognized by any of my devices, but the indicator light turns on. Any suggestions?

[@DJCraniac]

Great review! If you had to recommend another shotgun mic despite budget, what would it be?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

When you get to a certain price point it's more about what you need, than the mic itself. I've really been impressed with Rode NTG-3, NTG-4 and NTG-5, but if money wasn't a thing, I might try the Schoeps CMIT 5.

[@carldavidcabrera2927]

Superb review! I wanna buy this mic immediately but is it gonna work with FujiFilm XH1? Hopefully someone can reply to my comment.. :) Thank you

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks! If you’ve got a 3.5mm audio input it will work!

[@RocZi]

Does anyone know how does this Takstar SGC-600 compare with Movo VXR3031?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Good question. I’ll reach out to MOVO and see if they’ll send me one to compare.

[@lowrenceallera9167]

Is this compatible in ios?

[@TechAfrica]

Thanks for the video bro.

[@SidelinePlugs]

I record basketball games, which setting do i need the mic on -10dB or +10dB or leave it on 0 ? And for the other setting next to it what does it need to be. The curved line or the straight line? I have my mic setting on my camera set to auto

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Are you trying to get the sound of the gym or dialog? The settings will change depending on what your audio is supposed to be for.

[@SidelinePlugs]

@@ajwilliamsmedia i tested it out on 0dB at a basketball game and it came out perfect

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Awesome!

[@biblicalstargurl]

What settings do you have this mic on? :) I have a cannon 77D and it isn’t sounding clear :( trying to see if it’s the mic or on my end.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

I have the mic set to +10 dB and flat frequency response. The room time, noise floor and distance from the mic are super important to how it sounds as well. Hope you get it sounding good!

[@biblicalstargurl]

@@ajwilliamsmedia THANK YOU:D

[@Michigandrivenoutdoors]

So what one do you recommend? The 598 or 600? And what fluffy for each one

[@InsideThe49]

600 with the 600 fluffy.

[@redoxshrek]

sgc 598 or sgc 600 in audio quality

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

They are almost indistinguishable from each other. Both mics have really good quality. I would base my purchase off of the other factors.

[@AbbasAlsaidy]

Thanks much

[@karinhaze2006]

what do you think is better the takstar SGS-600 or BOYA BY-MM1 as a boom mic?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

I’ve never used the Boya MM-1 so I can’t say for sure, but I’ve never been the biggest fan of low voltage small condensers as overhead mics. I have a feeling it depends heavily on your filming conditions.

[@karinhaze2006]

@@ajwilliamsmedia thanks for your insight

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

No problem!

[@bananacomputer9351]

The 598 is single channel,is it necessary to upgrade from 598 to 600? Thanks

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

It's not necessary at all. I actually like the 598 better in some ways... like the shock mount. They are very similar in quality and usability.

[@לביאשטיין]

Amazing review! :) Can this Mic be used for film making on a boom mount?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

It can certainly be used on a boom pole. Just keep in mind that this mic has a standard camera 1/4-20 thread screw mount instead of the 3/8-16 which is found on most boom poles, so you’ll need an adapter.

[@לביאשטיין]

@@ajwilliamsmedia Great! Thank you so much for the fast reply! :) Just bought it btw.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

No problem!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

@@לביאשטיין Awesome! You’ll love it.

[@karinhaze2006]

@@ajwilliamsmedia useful hack , you can use a selfie stick and it will work too

[@ovidijuspocius6336]

Does it mounts on every camera brand?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

As long at the camera has a hot-shoe mount, it will. Keep in mind that some cameras don’t have a mic input too. So as long as you have those two things, you’ll be fine.

[@DragonRoyZ]

wow. tgis sounds good. glad I found it

[@latuba2478]

So really what fluffy thing will fit this? The newer sg600 that is. I’ll be looking to record lots of exhaust notes and it’s pretty windy where I live

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Make sure to let me know if you find one. I still haven’t found one available in the US.

[@jasonsong6747]

Great video and presentation - thanks!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks so much! Are you about to buy this mic?

[@jasonsong6747]

@@ajwilliamsmedia Just did!

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

💪🏽

[@joshuadrilon3832]

Thanks for the review!!! I just bought this online haha.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

No problem, bro! Hope you used my link 😂 jk - you’ll love it!

[@ideabaru2432]

Can this item use for phone usb type c

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

If you can find a 3.5mm to USB-C it should be fine. It's self powered through a battery so there's no power concerns.

[@vigotres]

Can i use this on Sony ZV-E10 ?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Yes! You should be fine buying this for the Sony ZV-E10. You should be able to run it straight into the 3.5mm mic input! ✌🏽

[@vigotres]

@@ajwilliamsmedia thanks a lot

[@coreyyoung8468]

Okay a mic but what about the rest 👀 I've got a camera and an app on my phone 📱 oh yeah I've got 2 cameras a Nikon 3400 and my phone what's should I be looking into ? I do have a Mac pro too

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Not sure I understand the question. If you have a camera and you want to improve the quality of your videos, your next purchase should be a mic. Once you're in a good place with the way that looks and sounds, you might want to start investing in some lights. After that, you'll want to experiment with different kinds of lenses. Hope that helps.

[@coreyyoung8468]

Yep hit the nail on the head but here's the thing my dslr doesn't have a mic 🎤 input , so how do I get around that maybe a digital recorder 👀

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

@@coreyyoung8468 I see! You need an audio field recorder. My favorite budget recorder is the zoom H1. amzn.to/39baIyN

[@regalo1979]

So I bought the older version of takstar then found out that I cant use it with my sony a6000 😩 Then I thought maybe I can use it with my interface.. Nope! Unless maybe I buy extra cables.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

I’m so sorry about that. The a6000 doesn’t have a 3.5mm audio bout, but it should work with the Sony a/v R adapter: amzn.to/3hOolHu

[@1000watts..]

Nice job, subscribing your chanel and waiting for another great video

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Thanks so much! Working on one as we speak!

[@WTFENIGMA]

What's a fluffy

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

If you're talking about a fluffy that goes on the mic, like I am in this video, it's more commonly referred to as a dead-cat. If you're referencing Space Ghost Coast to Coast then, I think you mean a "pooty."

[@WTFENIGMA]

@@ajwilliamsmedia hun what is it for?

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

It’s one of the best ways to stop wind noise from getting into the microphone. Sorry.. I wasn’t sure if you were really asking or referencing an old cartoon from the early 2000’s. I’m old 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@WTFENIGMA]

@@ajwilliamsmedia love you not old. And also I need help with my youtibe can you maybe email me and my company.

[@ajwilliamsmedia]

Sure thing! What’s a good email to reach you at?

[@justesmond]

Thanks for the review!