The Comica VM30 Is Unlike ANY Other Shotgun Mic

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

If you’re interested in the Comica VM30, you can pick one up here geni.us/ytPz6U

[@AllThingsFilm1]

I have watched a couple other videos on the Comica VM30 and was quite impressed. Your video goes even further to show that this is a high quality mic for the price. Thanks for the link.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Glad it was helpful!

[@David_Addison]

Great review, exactly what I needed. Thank you

[@cineffect]

And now we have Zoom M3 Mictrak with internal 32 bit float variable shotgun to 120° stereo recording 😊. Thank you for a great review, you have a very soothing voice.

[@hellounclesim]

Sounds great! The wind muff sounds like it's not working though.

[@FunnFoto]

WOW so glad that you got a chance to review this so quickly. I watched the roll out. From what they said you can use the Boom X-D receiver and you could use one Boom XD Pro transmitter and the VM30 at the same time. I could see where your talent could both have mics and then you could but this onto a boom to go back to an external recorded as redundancy. Keep rocking.

[@ryszardm9477]

Tamara. Thanks again for this podcast. I'm considering buying this microphone too.

[@filmbyakiljoefield]

This is definitely my next investment, it can help you save alot of time on set, thank you for a great review!

[@iPhone-Cinematograhy]

Thank you for the comparison...

[@50450720]

Thanks for doing the review. The vm30 sound like a good value alternative to the more well known brands, especially with the wireless option!

[@Tonellacam]

I do this with my ntg as a wireless boom with my rode go ii , love having no cables !!

[@dr.saadawy]

that's an amazing review! thanks Tamara!

[@PrimeAtl]

Thanks for this review I’m definitely getting this soon !

[@scottievee330]

I got the VM30 today. I'm not an audio guy and I want EASY set-ups. I have many different mics. From my testing I did today the Comica sounds great. Smart design. This and the DJI mic for 2 people or LAVs is the other set up I'm gonna keep. Gonna have an audio Garage Sale tomorrow. Tried many, like few. You have a really nice voice for audio tests. Very clean. Very even. No spiking at all. I'd love to hear you get a little loud for true changes in volume. That's where quality shows up. Thanks!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks, I keep that in mind for future tests 😊

[@BrownieBitsGaming]

Ive used the VM20 for a couple years now... Ive always thought it sounded great. This is just a huge step up from an already impressive mic... definitely gonna have to grab one!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Ah nice!

[@TC_Conner]

The CVM30 sounds great! And your review was also great! If I needed a new mic I’d certainly consider getting the Comica VM30. I’m using Comica’s Vimo C3 wireless lavalier now and it’s been perfect for my workflow. I started out with the Comica Boom X-D D1 and it performed fine too.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Ah nice! This is the first time I’ve tried a Comica mic, very impressed.

[@markshirley01]

what happens when the internal battery stops charging

[@fffocusnl]

Omg! This came at the right time. I couldn’t decide weather I wanted a wireless or not and I was trying to decide between de rode microphones but now I am gonna buy this one. The audio is great and I looove that I don’t have to choose now.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Perfect timing then! 😁

[@kurtdemeuterfilms6740]

Hi Tamara, what is your most commonly used gain settings for this mic and receiver ? Great video !

[@heyricksander]

Great video. So thorough and relevant.

[@POVwithRC]

I could certainly see this as being useful for cable restricted environs.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

💯

[@jriesenfeld]

Love the sound on this mic. Thanks for the review! Do you think this would a good one to capture ambient outdoor sounds?

[@Rivenworld]

Love your videos, you have a great voice for VO too, thanks for sharing - subscribed.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks so much!

[@whalecatstudios]

Thanks for sharing Tamara, nice review.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@TruJuLoMedia]

That sounds GOOD! Thank you for this.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem 😊

[@inSurfersParadise]

Love your work.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks!

[@A1Bokeh]

bro... this mic seems pretty amazing..the main reason I got a video mic ntg was for the backgup channel. but a backup dual channel microphone? for less than 200 bones?!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Yeah it’s really good!

[@SyamAraragi]

ayyy! thanks for the review!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem 😊

[@digitalchadtech]

Interesting, but I am really happy with the Senheiser MKE200 from a previous video of yours. I shot a 2 hour music event with it, and with some minor EQ tweaking, the sound was the best out of all the sources I used. On a separate note, your LUTs save me a ton of time dialing in a look. They are a great starting point.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Ah nice! Yeah the MKE 200 is still a great choice. I’m glad the LUTs are working out well for you 😁

[@jaycarrie1]

great review, but the you really need to cover the entire element for the windscreens to work...and part of it is exposed

[@andysawers6608]

Keen to use this on camera for small group interviews but also for the talent to hold the mic, is there any attachment for that in the pack, never really noticed?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Not to hold it but you could get a few bits from Amazon.

[@julianfarquhar]

I bought this but there is absolutely no instructionals on how to get the best use out of it. It makes noise like crazy when you handle it, and what do the numbers do? How to connect etc Which settings do what?

[@jettlifeweddings]

Nice review! Question, is it possible to have the audio from the shotgun mic go directly out of the microphone into the camera via the TRS cord, while simultaneously transmitting the audio to receiver, also attached to a different camera? Basically sending clean audio to both cameras without a wire between the two? (Obviously you would need two TRS to TRS cords.)

[@lpuycr]

Interesting mic and compariosn to the Senheiser. Out of curosity - how do you set camera gain level and Senheiser +/- function while filming outdoors?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

My camera gain is set to 1, the Sennheiser is set to +20.

[@bobkrist1]

MKE 400 sounds as if it handles the wind a lot better. But a wireless shotgun is an interesting option!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I agree, it definitely does, but yeah, the wireless feature of the VM30 is so handy.

[@the-creative-block]

This is one of the cleverest shotgun mics i've seen in a LONG time. Just ordered this. Thanks for making this video.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Nice! Thanks for watching 😊

[@yirven]

hello, very good video, thanks! Can you help me choose between this microphone and the Rode VideoMic GoII. Which do you think is better? Which would you choose? Thank you!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It depends, what are you going to be filming?

[@yirven]

@@TamaraGabrielUK It's going to be on my camera, and maybe some videos like interviews, but more than that, I care about the audio quality as well. thank you so much

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I tend to prefer shotgun mics over wireless mics especially for interviews, as shotgun mics tend to sound clearer as they’re directional so they cut down on surround noise and ambient sounds. But if you have someone who’s quite animated and moves their head a lot whilst talking then a wireless mic / lav mic would be better.

[@yirven]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Do you think that, for example, a microphone like the Rode VideoMic Go II has better sound quality than a wireless microphone like the Comica VM30? Since this is wireless? Thank you🫶

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It’s less to do with it being wireless or not and more about the polar (pick up) pattern and mic placement.

[@intrinsiccinema7374]

does this mic eliminate background noise when filming actors

[@PierreChe]

Is it me or the section with the Comica outside is terribly noisy with the wind? Was that with the windshield? I was listening with headphones, and when you switched to Sennheiser my soul found peace again ;P. But then I was very surprised you didn't mention that at all. I actually have the Videomic NTG, but cannot quite use it outside with racking 45 euros for a branded windshield. So I was looking at alternative and this COmica mic seems great. But if that's the best result outdoor with the windshield, it doesn't solve my need. Let me know if you have some more insights, thx ! :) Great Vid !

[@jaycarrie1]

windscreen wasn't fully covering element

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Yes, it was when I was recording the audio

[@ComicaProduct]

Hi bro, sorry for any inconvenience caused,can u confirm if it happened in wired or wireless mode? And do confirm u have wear the windmuff in correct way.

[@ministerioredencionfilms]

How can it be possible to use a single transmitter to listen to you from the camera and the person in charge of the microphone someone to explain to me.

[@andremarshall414]

Would I still hear the low hissing the background if I used this with a dedicated recorder like the a zoom f6 ? or a rode wireless go ii

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You’d most likely still hear some, yes, but maybe not as prominent.

[@matango1979]

It has a little more hissing than for example the Diety D3 Pro. I own both. In terms of just the sound, the D3 Pro is slightly better, but everything else the Comica is better. The D3 Pro is susceptible to RF interference. The wireless feature, the safety track, the case with all the extras, the PC and smartphone options are all making it a great deal. I like having it wireless when I attach it on the side of the gimbal or just leave it somewhere outside the frame. Maybe they can improve it even more with the next generation.

[@YamilLlanos]

Is there a mic like this but with a mute button? I need to record voice only (no video) with a mic at arms length. But I will constantly need to mute it. Thanks!

[@chinphreyndukwe937]

There is a mute button on the receiver.

[@OperationChicago]

Good video, question if you don't ind me asking.. In your opinion, do you think this is tha best microphone to get for tha Canon 90D ???? Or is there another microphone that you like better ? Thanks

[@ButchFagan]

Sounds really good. I currently use the Comica wireless mics. Love your outro Logo graphic. Is it from Motion FX?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. Yep, MotionVFX is my go-to.

[@RiccardoLandi]

Hi there, thank you for the review! I was wondering if the 24bit sampling of the microphone is referred to its maximum capability or it actually has some internal pre-amps that give you 24bits no matter what. I'm asking because I would pair it with a Lumix S1H which has only 16bit audio recording internally, so if this gives you 24bit with preamps it would be a total game changer. Cheers!

[@majortomcreative]

What settings do you guys use for the gain on the mic and receiver?

[@housewifefoodAsmr]

Did this work for asmr vedio with Android phone shooting pls reply if not which mic should I use

[@DigiDriftZone]

Question, how does this compare to something like a Rode VideoMic Go II with a Wireless Go 1? - I would guess the Rode system should sound a bit better, but less convenient than the Comica?

[@mattwright9596]

Great review! Does the receiver function as a stand alone recorder? I'm wondering of this couid be a solition for cameras with no mic jack.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks! No the receiver isn’t a recorder I’m afraid.

[@markshirley01]

but what happens when the internal battery depletes you have to throw the unit away

[@chinphreyndukwe937]

Since it supports charging while working, a power bank will always power it on. Besides, it'll take years and years of use for the battery to deplete in that sense.

[@jaybillups2063]

Thanks for the info. Is the receiver stereo and can it receive a signal from anther transmitter?

[@mondaynightmartini]

I need several. Would you connect them to the Zoom f6?

[@glock2101]

Awesome, another gadget I don't need, but now I want lol!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

😂

[@marcusmanningtv]

Great

[@cynthiajosseline3594]

Can I record with this mic with the Zoom H6 Recorder?

[@jefferson.castillo]

Hey may you recommend a stand for the mic clip setup?

[@WINDSHEAR-STUDIO]

Not sure if it’s just me, but the Comica had brutal wind noise compared to the MKE 400. By those sample comparisons, not even worth consideration. Don’t know how you concluded it sounded so good.

[@AfoteyAnnum]

I've been looking for a good shotgun for run and gun, and this including wireless functionality is awesome! And using it while charging is a GODSEND! Thank you, KZbin Algorithm Gods™ for suggesting this video! LOLZ

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I’m so glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching 😊

[@AfoteyAnnum]

@@TamaraGabrielUK thanks for making the video!!!! Legitimately helpful.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

☺️

[@DonsBeerReviews]

Sounds good 👍

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

😊

[@lurichdesigner]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@baruchratz512]

Can the wireless reciver also record audio? My camera doesn't have a mic jack, and i wanna knkw if I'll need to get an external recprder to use this mike

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No, the receiver doesn’t record audio. Out of curiosity, what camera are you using?

[@baruchratz512]

@@TamaraGabrielUK thanks! In using the Nikon D3400. I really need to upgrade it, but I'm waiting till I'll have the the budget to buy a camera which can record 10bit 422, and if possible have an open gate mode.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

An fair enough. Zoom has an FT-2 recorder which is quite small and discreet. It’s got 32-Bit float too, so that could be an option to use with the VM30

[@baruchratz512]

@@TamaraGabrielUK alright, I'll have a look at it, thank you!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem 😊

[@whalecatstudios]

Hi Tamara--went out and got a slightly older version Comica VM20 without the wireless set up. Could you share your experience/rules of thumb for the gain settings on the mic? Indoors vs. outdoors, vs. distance from subject, vs. amount of background noise? Any insights would be helpful. Thanks.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Try and have the mic as close to your mouth as possible; the closer it is the cleaner the audio will sound. Turn your pre-amps down in the camera and max out the gain on the mic, this will also give you cleaner audio. When looking at your audio levels on the camera you want them to be around -12dB to -9dB, just make sure they don’t peak over -6dB. I find -9dB to be the sweet spot. You may have to increase the audio levels in the camera to get to -9dB depending on the distance between you and the mic, but again, just make sure most of the gain increase is coming from the mic not the camera audio record levels. In this video I’m using a different mic but it might help a bit to watch it kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ-cqaqceq56aLc

[@whalecatstudios]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Thank you so much. Taking your time to engage with commenters really makes a (positive) difference.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You’re welcome 😊

[@peterwells-r2u]

Hi is this microphone compatible with video camcorders thanks Peter

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I haven’t tried it but I guess if it has a 3.5mm port then it should.

[@Muudboard]

Hey Sis! I’m new to the YT world, and just started filming. My content is going to be mainly getting shots of myself making jewelry and other clay objects. I wanted to record some asmr, and voice overs for now. Would this mic work? I have a $100 budget to start. ☺️

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Oh congrats! 😀 Yeah this mic will be a good starting point for you.

[@Emerald_City_]

MKE400 is much *much* better in wind... and the comparison with the Rode NTG 4+ is not fair because it's being fed into different pre-amps. Your reading is very nice, but neither Sennheiser nor Comica do compliment your voice really.

[@edemduku3391]

engaging video! a question: is there a phone mount for this shotgun microphone? gimbal is expensive.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. I'm not sure what you mean

[@edemduku3391]

@@TamaraGabrielUK as in some kind of a mini tripod instead of a gimbal which will help hold the microphone on top of the smartphone.

[@JamesLynch-mq9zl]

Have you tried recording from this mic into the Zoom f6 with an adaptor and how did that go please?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No, I've not tried use this with the Zoom F6, just directly in the camera.

[@JamesLynch-mq9zl]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Thank you

[@boldandthebeautifulgimbal2881]

I want one!! I lie, I want two!!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

😂

[@kirbypfilms1]

Good Morrin Lov

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

👋🏾

[@niiokaidja8701]

It sounds a little bright just from this video.

[@matango1979]

@@niiokaidja8701 could you explain what bright means in audio terms?

[@niiokaidja8701]

@@matango1979 In audio terms, bright refers to a sound that has an emphasis on the higher frequencies, often making it feel clear, crisp, and sharp. This means the treble or high-end of the audio spectrum is more pronounced, leading to more noticeable details like vocals, cymbals, or string instruments. A bright sound can be perceived as lively or sparkling but might also be harsh or piercing if overemphasized.

[@peekapeekabooboo]

feels like comica failed the outdoor test

[@theoneparadise]

And it is less than $200 dollars.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Such good value!

[@theoneparadise]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Hey Tamara, do you know if this will sit well on the fx3 xlr handle ?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I wouldn’t know, sorry

[@rumorscameras]

You are out of sync...for an audio reviee you shd know how to record and sync as a minimum