Why I can't use DJI Mic or Rode Wireless Go II

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[@TimeKillersAddendum]

Rode just fixed your issues with their Rode Wireless Pro. Has a locking mount AND internal 32bit float recording. Best of all worlds.

[@MtnXfreeride]

any timecode to top it off

[@webjoe]

Timecode sync is also there

[@ccabus]

It’s great I just got mine to replace my original road go ll

[@robertmatthews7055]

Of course, I just bought the Rode Wireless Go II a month ago, and while I do like the setup, it would be amazing to have 32-bit float and locking microphone plus.

[@Dannyhill347]

The dji mic sounds very nice actually. Your personal touch in explaining each item makes this more than just a giveaway - it's like a mini audio lesson. Thanks for the opportunity!

[@markojenicfilm]

“I like to make great things with cheaper things” - might be the most beautiful sentence I’ve heard from from a filmmaking KZbin channel. Really appreciate your work and philosophy Markus, thanks.

[@danncorbit3623]

These give aways are very educational. As you explain what is wrong with the tools, it helps everyone to make better purchase decisions. I think in the long run, that is far more valuable than the items you give out because everyone can benefit from the knowledge.

[@sergioLz123]

The dji mic might not be your thing, but it could be outstanding for someone else. Love the variety in your giveaways - thanks for spreading the joy!

[@chloe-williams597]

I totally get what you're saying about wireless systems. Love your approach to quality audio, and that DJI mic sounds dope tho. Fingers crossed!

[@JegErAlan]

As usual, your videos improve my day. The Røde Wireless Pro that just came out actually has the threaded mic port.

[@scottgibson6022]

Hi Markus, Quite a haul of audio equipment you've got there. I just got a DJI Action 4. Their wireless mic system would be a great addition. I do agree with you that most audio is from people very near the camera microphones. Syncing up audio in post seems to be a tricky additional step. Not everyone or every system leads to easy syncing, hence the wireless system. I believe the DJI also offers a backup directly to the transmitter (which you demoed). That means if you somehow goof up the recording (as in having the mic come unconnected or inadvertently turning off the recording, which you also demoed), you still have a backup. Thanks

[@VladOnEarth]

If you have a mic unconnected accidentally, you are going to have a backup of your pocket noise lol, whats the use of such backup.

[@bullettin]

Audio sync in post is as easy as clapping at the beginning of the take.

[@C5drummer]

Preach, Markus!! PREACH!!! Every video, I learn more and more. Not gonna lie, that DPA double-ear headset is pretty sweet!

[@Super8Rescue]

I quite agree with you on the locking connector and dislike of wireless over wired.

[@CesarNavarrosg]

I love the new dr10l pro 32 bit float

[@haroldmorganTulsa]

The DJI recorder has the ability to disable the recording button on the transmitter. It is controlled on the receiver.

[@MichaelWTurner]

Totally agree about the locking clips. I own the Dr10ls and the dji mic system. When I record wedding ceremonies, I use the Dr10ls but for youtube content, I love the DJI mic system. It is a huge time saver. I don't want to have to sync my various takes if I don't have to. You can lock recording for the dji from the receiver. I also have other use cases for the DJI mic system as a recorder. I love both the tascam dr10ls and DJI mic.

[@AllenRReid]

You make a great point, I just hate synching audio up later, especially with a bunch of clips.

[@MarkusPix]

Its easy, takes mere seconds kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6eqiYGGmbCeZqc

[@aCuria.]

@@MarkusPix This was helpful!

[@fhajovan]

You are definitely a mentor sir in so many ways to us, i was going to give up on trying to film after being shot multiple times but stubleing across your videos have indeed helped me to stay focus. Thanks sir

[@michaelangelo1887]

I feel like this is a kind of unfair review for the budget filmmakers out there. I've use the first Rode Wireless Go system and the Go II's for hundreds of gigs now. Everything from weddings to corporate video and for $250, you get a receiver, 2 transmitters and they record internally. They've never failed me and Rode has further improved on them with their Wireless Go Pros with 32-bit internal recording, timecode and a lock connector. I think the only fair part of this review was the locking connector but there's it's wildly unfair to toss aside the Rode Go II's because of user error. The value of the Go II's is huge, especially at that cost. A huge part that you didn't mention was the ability to actually monitor your audio too. What good is sticking a recorder in your pocket but you can't tell if your audio is rustling cause of your clothes or the feed your getting is clean because the recorder isn't able to transmit a signal??

[@TheChapelGrove]

Last weekend I shot a wedding in a church. I used the Rode Go II with the Rode Go Lav mic attached. Clipped the mic to the groom's lapel, put the transmitter in his inside jacket pocket. The receiver was attached to a camera at the back of the sanctuary. (Not a small sanctuary.) Before the ceremony, the groom was in a classroom elsewhere in the building. A good distance and at least 2 concrete walls separated the transmitter from the receiver, yet surprisingly I still had a good signal. It worked flawlessly and no -- the mic jack never popped out. My experience is if you're using a mic with a lock ring on the jack, then it will always pop out of any non-lock ring device it's plugged into. Maybe try using a mic designed without a lock ring.

[@520RevsBowling]

Awesome video very informative! Looking to wear these when im bowling for my channel.

[@xjet]

I use a wireless mic because I've wrecked so many leads, mics and cameras by forgetting that I'm "wired" and walking away. Wireless works perfectly for me and I notice no perceptible reduction in audio quality.

[@jimyhustle]

even though i live outside the us and not eligible for the giveaways i always make sure to like your videos because you're so generous and love you for that. you're always giving away gear

[@amilcarmalave4115]

"Hey Markus! Your videos have been a lifesaver for someone like me. I started watching you videos about sound recording and I was hocked. I plan to do a trip to Simon Bolivar Peak with friends, and want to get really good audio for my story. Like you said, audio is more important than video for stories. Personally, I would use the transmitters without the extra lav mic, record from the transmitter itself and sync in post. I do not mind it showing. I have been thinking of buying a 1-2 tascams with lav mic, but the price is high for me. Winning this would be very helpful. Thanks for being such an inspiration in the world of sound recording!

[@richardsisk1770]

I like your great attitude and vast knowledge! Thank you.

[@TSGEnt]

0:20 Thank you. Plug the *AMM mic right in to the camera. Whole heartedly agree.

[@CraigEngstrom]

Nice kits... i love the dji for teaching because I move around a lot. Also agree Movo is solid for price.

[@NialismVLOG]

The new Rode Wireless Pro seems to fix a lot of issues like the locking. Pretty expensive though.

[@EnlightenMewithJoePena]

Zaxcom is right there with the Lectrosonics in quality, so not surprised you use that one. I would! Also, I put on headphones to listen to your headset mic. There's a combination between quality and positioning. Yours sounded great. Others, with excellent headset mics, position theirs poorly and they'd have been better off with a lav. Great camera work, great audio... and generous Markus.

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@aswiftadventure9140]

I was hoping to get the DJI mic. But they are out of my price range. Your a good man giving away products you no longer need or use it really helps people out.

[@MindfulGrinds]

Markus is the best on KZbin! Thanks for your gracious connection to your fans!

[@SuburbanBeard]

*AWESOME INFO* i thought wireless was always the best! thank you for the info

[@MarkusPix]

Lol, yeah thats the KZbin hype

[@markkempton4579]

Thank you again for your continued generosity!

[@pajisounds]

I have the dji set, and would like one more for 2 more people in my production. The thing i like about them is that you dont have to sync in post, but you could if you do an internal recording. I will soon do my first gig. my gear is bear minimum. Thank you for the knowledge.

[@reflexfilms]

Got to love audio - so much can go wrong! All the different connectors are a mindfunk!

[@JoeTheViewer]

I agree, I don't like any of the ones without locking cables. Lectro's 👍🏼👍🏼

[@BoReynolds]

Santa Markus and Cara Clause are here all year!

[@john_says_hi]

what a gem this channel is!

[@Surferjo]

Love your channel it’s always inspirational. We use a MOVO shotgun mic with cord to plug into our iPhone to make our videos at the moment. hi bought a couple inexpensive Wireless ones before they’re OK but not great.

[@oscarpatino330]

Thanks Markus....... I want one Wireless system.... Take care!

[@MARZILLI]

That letrosonics PDR wow… That kid with the name the ‘pencil’ couldn’t pronounce…😂 DPA too!!!!!! ❤

[@agentbey]

Markus, you have increased my Happiness and Joy factor. Big thanks!

[@MarkusPix]

😊

[@jasonf2252]

I have always thought you had incredible sound. I would stick with whatever you use! I missed the camera so I’ll bow out so others can possibly win. As someone who loves pinball btw, thanks for your contributions to some of my favorite DE art.

[@_NineEleven_]

Thank you Markus!

[@DavidSenteno]

I use the Ankerwork M650. I like it and can recommend them.

[@boutthere3374]

I use the Tentacle Track E recorder and Sync E and although it's overkill for me I love using it. Love your vids.

[@chardarwesh]

Very Nice ....... You have ability to grasp your audience and highligh the pros and cons of equipment ... I would love to have any of the wireless mics you own !

[@JeppPadilla]

Great review. I usually prefer shotgun mics as well but I really wanna try those wireless mics for interviews. I kinda want a recording system and use XLR but they're a bit bulky. Anyway, thanks for the video!

[@JohnnyMotel99]

I have a bunch of quality condenser mics, so I bought a Sony plug on transmitter, now I get to use those mics!

[@netrunner1987]

Thanks for all the advise with all your experiences.

[@koba2802]

Been using the Tascam for years. Love the locking mechanism.

[@charliejg]

Thanks again for for the giveaway. Also, for the informative part of these videos. Oh yeah, love the puppets you've been using on the giveaway reveal videos!! Have a great weekend.

[@RafaelOrtizPhotography]

wherever you shop, you must be their favorite customer

[@veektoryk]

I've been using the Deity Pocket Wireless because I really wanted the locking jack. The included lav is decent and have not had issues.

[@StellyPhotoVideo]

The new Rode Go Pro has locking system, 32bit float also time code which is a good step up.

[@geoffstandee]

Really appreciate the audio lessons and reviews!

[@russellt1925]

straight up, a recorder and a lav mic is just reliable

[@bradleyc79]

THANKS FROM CHICAGO, IL

[@Love2Wander]

Love the channel and the content. Stay safe, and have a nice day

[@TSGAdventures]

I use a Rode lavalier 2 on my DJI mic and have never had an issue with it coming out. This is while it is in my pocket while i am riding my bicycle. I guess though I am glad they don't because I have ripped the mic out not paying attention while getting back on the bike. Thinking a threaded lock would have possibly ruined my rode lavalier mic. Definitely would be cool to try the DPA single ear mic instead of a lavalier. Subbed a while back from camera conspiracies channel.

[@MVVblog]

For me, the Rode microphones sound really terrible. Unfortunately, using a wireless system for my videos is very convenient because I don't stay still in front of the camera and there are already too many cables in the studio. Recording with a separate system is not convenient because it is much more practical for me to have a single video file with all the scenes in sequence and the audio already in sync.

[@dmgfilmproductionandphotog1567]

til now im using a cheap 10$ sound recorder. it give a non professional sound or limited options and sound quality. your recorder is the best for someone who will use it

[@BuddyHuggins]

Love IT! I really got a kick out of this one, thank you so much for the work that you put into teaching us how to get better video Better Sound and better pictures. 😁👍

[@antoniusvandermeijde5054]

Hi Marcus, it's nice of you to give away what you no longer use

[@flightographist]

I tried the rode go but returned it and opted for a movo mini duo which is decent ( I hang it from my glasses so it has a path directly to my mouth instead of putting it under my chin). Overall, I prefer my wired lav and my H2N; Davinci syncs audio tracks automatically now so it's no big deal.

[@gr8jasmo]

Congrats to those who won and all who entered. I have a wireless setup by Comica Boom. I won the tascam dr10 l awhile back and really using it when I need it. I like using a shotgun mic boomed over head.

[@glssjg]

As many will say rode came out with the rode pro that have locking, timecode, 32 bit internal and tc but I think the more professional solution is the Deity Theos Digital wireless system since it has all the same but can run on AA batteries

[@forthefamilyuk]

And costs £700 more!

[@JoeMicalizziMPC]

What you missed about the Dji lav is that there is a loop through stress relief on the back of the transmitter. If you tug, NOTHING happens.

[@johnrunion6219]

Once again, thank you for your candor on these products. If I win the wireless mic system, I will immediately buy some gaffers tape! LOL!

[@JumpStop1]

We use the DJI's at the video house i work for and every once in a while they do this weird thing when the audio will record fine but on playback the audio recording on the DJI will run faster than the camera audio that recorded the same source. It doesn't matter if we have the frames and whatever synced they just mess up randomly and it is annoying

[@DannyFyffe]

Alright Markus, I just entered your second contest. If third times the charm, I'll lose this one just as I have all other contests I've ever entered, but maybe the next one you could give away something good to make my third time the true charm? 🤣

[@glenmattson3765]

All of your videos are very helpful. Thank you.

[@t0nyxgq]

I think you would need a mic without that connector piece because that extra metal keeps the 1/8" jack from properly seating into the socket. It does slide right out. But if you use a mic without it (which are less expensive mics) then it should lock in there more securely. So it just didn't work well for that specific mic.

[@MarkusPix]

Those still pop out, I tried. Even if they move 1 mm, the signal is lost

[@taypuc31]

I have the DJI and none of my mics pop out like that. I mostly use the built in mic though since the sound quality is great.@@MarkusPix

[@jimpurcell]

Thanks for the info!

[@robertmatthews7055]

I also don't like the way a Lavalier-style microphone sounds and how constricting they are. I now use a Shure SM35 headset microphone connected to a Rode Rodecaster Pro II. The audio quality is fine, but I would love to switch to a thinner headset microphone, but they are pricy.

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

The new godox has a sony version that will record directly into the camera via the hotshoe, but I definitely understand what you mean with no locking the lav, maybe just always use without a lav, or as a better quality scratch track for your pocket recorder

[@mandofan2616]

but that won't work if you have alight in the hotshoe

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

@@mandofan2616 I'd rather not have issues with a 3.5mm cord/plug than have a light in the hot shoe but to each their own

[@kuyakuma]

I needed a video telling me I dont need some new wireless mic. Thank you

[@clumpyschlipz7571]

I appreciate the distain for gimbals cuz they really are a pain in the ass

[@MarkusPix]

🙌 high five

[@xonx209]

Some talents yank on the lapel mic to remove it. If the mic cable is locked to the transmitter, the wire breaks after being yanked a few times. If it is not locked, it comes out of the transmitter and the cable last longer.

[@gregwilsonnaturephotography]

Hey Markus, you are so kind to give everyone a chance at winning! Do you plan on making a action video like your older productions? They are so cool....! Greg

[@Fernando-li4uv]

You are our hero!

[@ImagenStudios]

I think I like watching your giveaways more for the winning videos. I love the puppets(muppets?) Keep creating brother and thank you for sharing.

[@bullwaves6681]

Still think they are great choices for video.

[@MarkusPix]

The brainwashing is working! 😆

[@bullwaves6681]

@@MarkusPix 😆

[@_Donald_Duck.]

Nice giveaway! Joy to our ears =)

[@nicedward7544]

It's stupid I hate it so if you want a gimbal here ya go. Lmao. Love Markus

[@alex.muntean]

The Rode Wireless Pro is amazing and checks all those boxes. 👌🏻

[@daveinportland]

Even in a giveaway frenzy I learn something new. Thank you.

[@kevrayo12]

We need more videos about compact or point and shoot cameras

[@MarkusPix]

I agree

[@EugenBrinzoiu]

Great and humble man….you surprise me every day ❤

[@posiaduroja1599]

Website isn't updated yet

[@MarkusPix]

oops, thanks, ok it's up now

[@Kevin_Barr]

Would be sweet, I was just looking at mics.

[@derekdelboy]

I have a godox wireless, but mostly use wired direct to the camera. No signal problems or syncing and no batteries required either.

[@jmanatee]

1st thank for all the videos you put up, I am new to this and trying to make a short movie with some friends and your videos have been a great help.. I currently use pocket recorders with lav mics or boom mics but I am curious about wireless,... I have never used a electronic gimbal.... But I have mad a weight based gimbal, Currently building a Tripod track Dolly system. Again thank for all the information you provide

[@Tricklarock]

I wonder if I can take my DJI apart and change out the jack to one that locks???

[@fredrhoadesiii8296]

I learned this the hard way myself finding out that the secure connection microphones cannot be used with non-secure connection systems, because when you turn secure ring the it pushes the stem fully into the jack completing the full connection.

[@MarkusPix]

Non-locking mics obviously pull out accidentally also. The only answer is crazy glue 😆

[@samt8017]

I use a Hollyland lark 150 and it comes with its own lav mic’s that plug into the transmitter if you want to use.

[@MarkusPix]

Most come with their own mic

[@skyace888]

Good points. The consumer level mic systems are quite limited compared to the pro ones. The major limitation for me when I tried one several years back is 2.4ghz is a crowded spectrum and I got drop outs when shooting at conferences. 500mhz+ spectrum doesn’t have this issue.

[@bobuk5722]

Hi. There are a few that operate on the 1900 MHz band - originally intended for cordless phones. They are reputed to be much less prone to overcrowded spectrum. Sennheiser AVX is an example. Pro kit is great for pro's especially if one has a sound engineer, but it is expensive to buy and frequently requires licensing to use legally. For one person outfits the licence free WiFi band systems have a lot to offer. Yes, there are downsides - audio delay being one in some versions - but for start ups and amateur use they have a lot going for them, ease of use being a big one.

[@MarkusPix]

I love my AVX! I never use it anymore, but I just can't let it go.

[@thenexthobby]

Interesting. My objection to stage mics is the very thing they're great at, when used as intended: They don't pick up the room. Without at least some ambient reflection it's disorienting to see someone in a room and not hear at least some of the room. Great on stage, because you need that isolation there. But imagine if you were in a room with someone and their voice sounded like it was right in your ear the whole time, regardless of where they were positioned in the room. Perfect clarity, but not lifelike.

[@MarkusPix]

Welcome to Hollywood, where there's a war going on the background, (or a dance club) and two people are whispering to each other

[@ricardopereira3263]

Markus pix , um olá do Brasil ,please Translate on youtube .....não sei se poderá me responder , mas é possível fazer time lapses com a Sony vg30 ,? Se sim , como eu faço ?será que eu posso usar algum tipo de controle disparador na Sony vg30? , eu tenho um para a minha super zoom , mas a entrada é micro USB e a Sony vg30 é mini USB , será que a câmera aceitaria esse controle se existir um adaptador micro USB para mini USB ?????................... ................. ............... ............ ..... E flash ?, posso usar na vg30? Quais eu posso usar , que marca e modelos ? Como eu faço para usar um flash na Sony vg30 ? Muito obrigado adro seis vídeos , consegui uma vg30 por sua indicação ,não tenho experiências nem dinheiro para comprar câmeras caras e quero tirar o melhor proveito dessa câmera( a vg30) quais lentes ( baratas por favor)você indicaria para ela para micro photography and astro photography? Um grade abraço , até mais.....*

[@StefanFranz24]

What recorder do you use in the video? BTW: For DJI or Rode wireless systems you use micros without nuts

[@BrendaKAesoph]

Do you ever do live FB live outdoor broadcasts in the wind? With an iPhone. I am using the 15 Pro Plus. If so, what microphone system would you recommend. We are always out in the middle of nowhere here in SD.

[@bullwaves6681]

I want one. I have watched every video you posted on your channel.

[@rialbbe]

awesome

[@Harshonwheels]

Very good video!