Got a Hero 8 Black as “new old stock”. Dummy me thought a Media Mod is a Media Mod. A lot of used ones on eBay don’t clarify what you have just told us. You just saved me $79. Thank you!
Thank you for this review! We are beginners into the filming world, but will be doing a lot of it to log our travel adventures we are about to embark on. Thanks for the work you put into this review.
Well, It's tough because I want to connect an external lapel mic. But I have read very mixed reviews on the GoPro USB-C to 3.5mm adapter. In addition to the middling reviews, the adapter costs $50 and it's bulky. So on the other hand there's the media mod, which would allow me to connect a lapel mic. But I have read many reviews that state that the media mod causes the GoPro to overheat faster, and also that it's a pain to swap the battery and the SD card. Is it really that bad? I feel like this was a good review, but the reviewer skipped over the biggest negatives that people often site when reviewing this product (overheating and access to battery/SD card). I would like to know more about how much of a nuisance it is to switch the battery in the field.
I don't own the media mod; but even without my Hero10 stuck into a media mod, it was a challenge to manage the heat issue in the daytime on hot days during a trip to the Caribbean 3 months back. I'm a newbie to the gopro, fortunately I had bought a Volta external power stick. One trick I used was to remove the internal battery, and the gopro door, and I kept turning the gopro toward our vehicle's AC vent so that cool air could blow into the gopro cavity. I eventually switched to recording with my new Galaxy S22 smart phone which had virtually no heat issue.
Fyi the thumbscrew actually needs to be the other way! says it in the manual. Tried it like you first and it's hard to unscrew, but it's fine on the other side. I'm not sure what that dent is really for.
The audio quality coming from the media mod's microphone is just trash. The internal mic sounds somewhat more pleasing than the media mod's. Anyone else noticing this??
That's what I found with mine, but maybe I got a bad one, but it seems like the Media Mod mics introduce a lot more ground noise than just the regular mics.
Thanks for sharing! I have the Hero 10 without the media mod. If I did, I would use it for a Sennheiser MKE 200 or 400 mic along with the ability of using a power bank at the same time. Only other concern I would have with it would be the case causing the GoPro to retain more heat than without. I.M.O., I wouldn't purchase the media mod just for it's mic alone. I've heard some wind tests which wasn't all that impressive. Thanks again, great presentation. 👍😊
You answered your own questions which were as mine would be. I’m going to buy the Media mod. I probably won’t bother with other add-ons so this will be perfect for me. Vlogging,You call it? Just filming my cycling and holiday adventures ? not really getting into too much editing etc. It’s £80 here in U.K. I think that’s not too bad, when it’s just plug and play. Thanks for an informative vid.
couple thing Thomas... have you tried your media mod on your gopro10 without a battery in the camera? I get a screen saying Battery Required... You're gopro will power off. Insert a battery and reconnect to your power source. If we could power the camera with the media mod without battery in the camera it would help with some of the heating issues when running the gopro10 for longer times than a single battery would provide. I have also seen where if you do have a battery in the camera and you have external power connected to the media mod that when in record mode the gopro10 stops charging. This is counterproductive as we're trying to extend the camera run times!
I just got my Go-Pro so I am still getting use to it. I was on a cruise for eight days and they had a sale on the Hero 9 . I got that and and an accessory kit duty free and at a really good price. I have not picked any mods , but I have started looking at some additional pieces. The media mod for sure, but I am butter fingers so first I think an armor case. But after that lights, mics, and lenses.
GoPro‘s are built to be extremely durable. I don’t think you’ll need a durable case even if you are admittedly Butterfingers.. I also would recommend just using the camera and getting familiar with it. Often times don’t need any accessories besides an extra battery and a larger SD card if you were just getting started with your GoPro
Check out this video I made showing how to live stream with the Quik app: th-cam.com/video/TNLSWwV1WBE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ztZoLL4xO9L2PTVc I use a Hero8 in the video but the same concepts apply. Let me know if this answers your questions
I’m looking the best setup for my daughter who is just starting personal training career. I’m trying to purchase a reasonably priced setup for good Video clarity for export to social media upload and sound quality. Is GoPro hero an affordable opinion for her needs and would you recommend the more or is that something a beginner wouldn’t need for sound? Any feedback or recommendations for her needs is appreciated. TIA!
The GoPro Hero would be a great camera for her! I would suggest looking into the GoPro Hero 11 creator edition that includes the Media Mod and the Volta Grip. Its perfect for a lot of creators and sounds like a great match for your daughter!
I bought the GoPro 10 I love it if you had any way to contact GoPro the battery should click in and stay in and I can use my Mike when the pieces off so you can get at it they need to have a different way to put the chip in chip in and a different spot but they would have to make sure that the battery stays in and a different area for the Mike like my GoPro 4 I get it I might buy one I love my GoPro 10 and my GoPro 4 and 5 and my DGI as well
You wouldn't need to go pro 10 media the case it would click in on a separate area like my 4 and my 5 it's a pig and a poke I'd like to use my mic and I go pro 10 but I can't cause always falls out I think it's a false narrative to get one of these you shouldn't need to the chip should have its own special area too as well I like it but I like to use my clothes mi'm close Mike wish I could talk to somebody in GoPro and tell me their idiots
I'll use the Media Mod (which I just bought today for the Go Pro 10, which I bought a couple of weeks ago) for a Rode Wireless Go 2 and for walking around London, from Toronto, next time I go. Even though the Go Pro has a good sound, I can isolate the Rode more with a Rode Lavalier mic in case traffic, etc., is a little too loud. Mind you, the Brits don't seem as obstreperous as us, over here. I'll alternate between that setup and a Sony a7C on a Weebill S gimbal and use a Sony ECMB1M mic, atop that. But I also want to bring a Sony RX100VA as all three are good for different reasons, and I may be there for a month.
I have tried countless times to connect it to my GoPro 10 I bought the display and I bought the media mod and I cannot get them to connect. Why Spike why? Your videos were great that’s all I wanna do is make great videos like yours!
First I would check to see if you have the latest firmware. Connecting your camera to the Quik app should prompt an update. Do the Hero10 and media mod work independently without the Display Mod?? Try connecting the Media Mod to your camera only after the firmware update.
My thoughts entirely. If you really want to, you can always upgrade later? Having learned quite a bit using the mod. You will always have it to use, or even sell on. What’s to lose really?
I was looking at the mediamod and wondering if it would be good for my setup, as I don't have any one use for either a camera or a GoPro. I bought a SmallRig frame for the Hero9 that I have, and I was left wondering how the 3.5mm stereo/USB-C adapter that GoPro sells, would actually fit onto this cage. the bottom line is, it didn't. I didn't wanna shell out another inordinate amount on a bespoke accessory, so I managed to jerry-rig a solution. the width/thickness of the adapter body is almost exactly the same width as the coldshoe mount, so I stuffed it in there and it's a VERY tight fit, but it works. now I have a solution that doesn't get in the way of a shot, allows sound flexibility with my use of Rode wireless mics, and keeps everything neat and tidy.
@@DeepakMishra-zs1yj Unfortunately not. The GoPro silicone sleeve is for the camera only. The silicone sleeve will not fit around the camera when it is being used with the media mod
Thanks and great question! The side door can easily be put back on. It snaps back into place making it waterproof again as long as you make sure there is no dirt or hair or anything when you close the door
I’m super down to show you… big question though… do you have the media mod? … also, what are you using your GoPro for? - a rode mic might be overkill… I used it in this video for comparison purposes… I can’t think of a scenario where I would actually put a rode mic on my GoPro
When you use the word ‘protect’ in your answer, I have to reply saying it won’t protect it at all… I would say that you can use it for mountain biking, but it won’t offer any protection. That being said, if you use it, it will give you the features I mention and still slow you to record quality audio. If you do use it for MTB, I would be sure to use the removable foam wind buff for the microphone.
For mountain bike the adapter it`s better because you can use a metal cage for more protection and the adapter it`s cheaper, a lot of bike vloggins use that way
I don’t think so.. you should be fine. If it ever feels like a lot of rain or whatever has hit it, then maybe dry off all the components separately when you get home or wherever to a dry area
That is the 3-way 2.0 made by GoPro. You can buy it from GoPro.com or most anywhere you can buy GoPro stuff. I did a review video on that mount if you want more info
Worth it? Not for me. I tried the Media Mod with the Hero 8 but the incompatibility with filters made it a bad choice. For the Hero 10 I reverted to a Ulanzi plastic cage with filter thread (the metal ones are too heavy) The plastic cage plus mic adapter still costs less than the Media Mod. And I love easy use of ND's and circular polarizers.
@@TG_Shreds Everyone seems to go for the metal cages as if that is premium, but the weight saving on the plastic ones is significant, which is especially important if using on a small gimbal. I also like that plastic is easy to cut and make alterations if I am trying to get creative about how I am using it :) Ulanzi G9-4 is the model that fits Hero 9 and 10. It has a 55mm filter thread.
I owned the Media Mod for the GoPro Hero 8. Personally, I feel it defeats the purpose of a GoPro. I’ve attached a light to it (the overpriced Light Mod) and a Rode Microphone but now it was anything but portable. So now, with the Hero 10, I’ve decided to leave it naked. It’s tempting to want to transform this camera into something else but it is an action camera first. If I want a vlogging camera, I would just get something like the ZV. I just wish there was a way to attach the light to the GoPro without the media mod, as that can definitely help in travel videos, especially during the evening.
I would definitely agree with that! - I can see how the media mod bridges the gap for people who don't want to commit to a dedicated DSLR or other camera for vlogging, but ultimately a GoPro is a rugged action camera. The lines get blurred especially with the slim (subjective) difference in audio quality between the cameras mic, media mod mic and an external 3rd party microphone.
FYI.. my favorite GoPro mount is duct tape. #ifoyucantduckitFU@Kit maybe I should make a video showing how to best duct tape the light to the GoPro without the media mod 😂😂😂
Nice video but why on earth did you overdub a drum beat on the sample footage. I wanted to be able to listen to the difference in sound quality between the media mod and inbuilt microphone - but it is too difficult to do with that drum beat overlayed.
I see / hear what you are saying. It was an oversight and something that I will take note of and incorporate into future videos anytime I am working with audio examples. That being said, the immediate differences are audible to me... remember - audio is subjective - and I hope to make perceivable differences more apparent to every walk of life.
Are there camera settings that you would advise while using the media mod that would prevent overheating? I was shooting 30 minutes of video and then subsequently 20 minutes of video with it overheating once in a chest mount and another on a window mount.
Yes there are settings! Check out this video on TH-cam: "GoPro HERO10: How to Maximize Camera Performance + Battery Life" its from the channel "GoPro Tips" the performance modes are made specifically for you in these situations. you may also want to ask yourself the question: Do I need to be filming in such high frame rate / resolution. If your end result is for TH-cam, maybe consider a lower frame rate or resolution to prevent your camera from overheating.
Heeey - thanks man I am a very new newbie I e I have literally just bought a go pro 10 and media mod I literally have no idea what I am doing and want to learn something new everyday. Any advice? It would be welcomed as your the first media person I have contacted btw I have a drone aswell.
That's awesome! My advice would be to get out and use the camera and MOD every day.. even if its not amazing footage. ... the idea is to get good shooting mundane stuff so that when an activity or something epic comes around, you are already used to your camera. Im sure you will have questions along the way so be diligent in TH-cam-ing your questions... there are so many good videos and creators out there making content to help you learn. I would suggest checking out the TH-cam Channel: GoPro Tips - its an educational channel that GoPro runs.
That's what I found with mine, but maybe I got a bad one, but it seems like the Media Mod mics introduce a lot more ground noise than just the regular mics.
The only reason I am looking at a media mod is because my hero10 isn't playing nicely with my production system, so I cannot use it as a USB webcam (the old crash reporter error that nobody seems to know how to fix). I checked it on a bone stock windows 10 install and I could just about getting it working, but not very impressive to be honest. So I would consider the media mod to use the HDMI out to feed one of my elgato capture cards. Such a painful waste to spend more money just to get the camera to do what it's suppose to do!
If the end result is meant to represent someone’s musical talent, it may work in a pinch, but I would suggest more professional means of recording audio
Yes it does provide improvement, but its very slight. you really gotta turn your listening ears on to hear the quality difference .. (in my opinion since audio is subjective)
Can you post link to that microphone you are to compare the media mod VA external mic. It seems pretty good and I am willing to consider buying it. Or would you recommend a different mic than the one you are using? I plan on doing a lot outside and could experience high wind and loud noises. I bought the media mod for that but I am totally fine with using it with something else or totally scrapping it for something else. Any recommendations is highly appreciated. Thanks!
Do you think the 2nd one would work well on a rifle? I plan on recording and streaming my training at the range for educational and entertainment purposes. So looking for a good mic that's also lightweight. The media mod looks like a decent option since it's ultra small and light and has decent audio. (any added weight makes aiming magnitudes hard.) So I would like a good mic so it's pleasant to watch/listen to but excessive weight is going to kill me lol 😆 😅. Do you know how much both those weigh? Do you think one would be drastically better than the other with recording audio on top of a rifle shooting? I know it's a drastic/extreme situation that has 50db to 140+ dB to record 🤣
@@DCMAKER133 I’m not sure how much they weigh, but I’m sure it’s Googleable. If you are shooting guns, then I would recommend the cheaper variant: the more expensive microphones usually pick up deeper/lower frequencies with higher fidelity. … louder shrill noises would require less low range fidelity
have personally used the Polar Pro filters for Hero10 and they do not interfere with the Media Mod. I haven't used any others, but I can say that the Media Mod dosnt conflict with removing and replacing the stock Lens so as long as an aftermarket lens is too much extra bulk, then I would say you are good to go with other brands of ND filters
Hello sorry to bother you here. I am Linda from the Promotion Team of HSU, a brand that focuses on action camera accessories. Is there any chance that you would like to try our GoPro wind reduction foam? Compared with media mod, wind reduction foam is more affordable and can reduce most of the wind noise for daily use.
A cruise is how I came to buy my GoPro 6 after my expensive camera was stolen. I am looking into the media mod but certainly not 100 percent whether I will use it.
@@TG_Shreds I have the 10 too but no media mod. Actually the video quality on the 6 is very good. I got the snap mounts and put it on the front of a vehicle while on vacation. Those mounts are pretty versatile.
@@gutenbird ok awesome! I agree.. the mounting ecosystem and ability to swap between mounts quickly is a big reason GoPro has had continued success.. they market their cameras as the most versatile camera.. Make sure you get the correct media mod for your camera… the original media mod is smaller and designed specifically for the Hero8… the one that GoPro currently sells on their website is designed for the Hero9 and Hero10 camera interchangeably.
I believe it is limited to 4K after reading this information from the GoPro website/community forum. Check it out. community.gopro.com/s/article/Media-Mod-HDMI-Output?language=en_US
i want to buy this media mod for my hero10 so i can attach my external mic (rode videomicpro+) onto it. u showed that on some shooting modes the mic will be caught in the fov. ive seen some videos where there are mounting kits to help with this like from ulanzi btw, new to the filming world…
The example of me mounting the RODE video mic was purely for audio comparison. I cant think of a reason that you would need to mount that microphone when the difference in quality is nominal
How does using the case make it any less water proof? I don't get it. If it's water proof without the case....Do you need to open up a port or something to use it?
Yes, you take the GoPro's side door off completely to have the Media MOD slide over the camera and connect to the USB-C port. in doing this, the camera looses its waterproof capabilities.
I bought a Media Mod Hero10/Hero9, as listed on Ebay. I got it today, and my Hero 10 sill not fit in it at all. It's too small for the Hero10. It was listed as new, and when I got it today in the mail, the box was sealed with the retail round sticker. But when I opened it, there was no Mic attachment, no instruction booklet, and the thing is scuffed up. Then when I tried to put my Hero 10 in it, but it is way too small. So I'm wondering if I'm doing something wrong, of if someone stuck a different media mod in the box. Like, is the Hero 8 media mod smaller than the Hero 9/10 one? And I just noticed that the rubber flap that goes over the outputs is missing.
Hi i am having problem with gopro brand media mod, I have removed side cover before inserting to gopro media mod, I have gopro 9 and 10, my gopro media mod fits with with gopro9 but doesn't fit with gopro10...Can't be two different media mod between 9 and 10? It's so weird.
I cannot comment on exactly what is going wrong in your situation but if I had to guess from my experience you were using the correct media mod, but as you are sliding the camera into the media mod you may need to gently wiggle the camera into place so that the USB-C port finds its match and becomes seated correctly… if you’re having issues don’t force it. You may want to reach out to GoPro customer support directly
Great video review on the media mod. Realistically, media mod mic is really disappointed. I already checked some reviews from other youtubers, I still think the media mod mic is really average, I even prefer the audio quality straight from cam. However, the ability to add an external mic and eventually a ext light on the gopro is a real benefit getting media mod. The audio on the hero 10/media mod sounds like night and day compared to the audio I get from my gopro 7. Great content on your channel. I'm glad to be a new sub
if you want to throw a small, inconspicious camera on stage in front of your buddies and stream the video mixed with the record out from their mixer back to an Atem video streamer, yeah this works :)
The wide angle fisheye is definitely has a stylized look. Have you heard of the GoPro’s ‘linear mode’? th-cam.com/video/YNfZrE3KbCQ/w-d-xo.html nothing beats the lens quality of an SLr in comparison
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Got a Hero 8 Black as “new old stock”.
Dummy me thought a Media Mod is a Media Mod.
A lot of used ones on eBay don’t clarify what you have just told us.
You just saved me $79. Thank you!
glad I could help!
I just got it because I wanted to connect a rode wireless mic. Works great. Plug and play
Thank you for this review! We are beginners into the filming world, but will be doing a lot of it to log our travel adventures we are about to embark on. Thanks for the work you put into this review.
That means a lot! Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions or topics for future videos
Well, It's tough because I want to connect an external lapel mic. But I have read very mixed reviews on the GoPro USB-C to 3.5mm adapter. In addition to the middling reviews, the adapter costs $50 and it's bulky. So on the other hand there's the media mod, which would allow me to connect a lapel mic. But I have read many reviews that state that the media mod causes the GoPro to overheat faster, and also that it's a pain to swap the battery and the SD card. Is it really that bad? I feel like this was a good review, but the reviewer skipped over the biggest negatives that people often site when reviewing this product (overheating and access to battery/SD card). I would like to know more about how much of a nuisance it is to switch the battery in the field.
I don't own the media mod; but even without my Hero10 stuck into a media mod, it was a challenge to manage the heat issue in the daytime on hot days during a trip to the Caribbean 3 months back. I'm a newbie to the gopro, fortunately I had bought a Volta external power stick. One trick I used was to remove the internal battery, and the gopro door, and I kept turning the gopro toward our vehicle's AC vent so that cool air could blow into the gopro cavity. I eventually switched to recording with my new Galaxy S22 smart phone which had virtually no heat issue.
Fyi the thumbscrew actually needs to be the other way! says it in the manual. Tried it like you first and it's hard to unscrew, but it's fine on the other side. I'm not sure what that dent is really for.
The audio quality coming from the media mod's microphone is just trash. The internal mic sounds somewhat more pleasing than the media mod's. Anyone else noticing this??
That's what I found with mine, but maybe I got a bad one, but it seems like the Media Mod mics introduce a lot more ground noise than just the regular mics.
Great video man! Really did a amazing job showing the comparisons helping people like me, who are new to go pro, decide what suits my needs best!
Awesome! Glad it helped! I like making these videos so if you have any questions let me know
Thanks for sharing! I have the Hero 10 without the media mod. If I did, I would use it for a Sennheiser MKE 200 or 400 mic along with the ability of using a power bank at the same time. Only other concern I would have with it would be the case causing the GoPro to retain more heat than without. I.M.O., I wouldn't purchase the media mod just for it's mic alone. I've heard some wind tests which wasn't all that impressive. Thanks again, great presentation. 👍😊
Thanks for the comment! I agree that I wouldn't purchase the media mod just for it's mic alone
Thank you for the review, we want to improve the quality of our videos, so this really helped!
You answered your own questions which were as mine would be. I’m going to buy the Media mod. I probably won’t bother with other add-ons so this will be perfect for me. Vlogging,You call it? Just filming my cycling and holiday adventures ? not really getting into too much editing etc. It’s £80 here in U.K. I think that’s not too bad, when it’s just plug and play. Thanks for an informative vid.
couple thing Thomas... have you tried your media mod on your gopro10 without a battery in the camera? I get a screen saying Battery Required... You're gopro will power off. Insert a battery and reconnect to your power source. If we could power the camera with the media mod without battery in the camera it would help with some of the heating issues when running the gopro10 for longer times than a single battery would provide. I have also seen where if you do have a battery in the camera and you have external power connected to the media mod that when in record mode the gopro10 stops charging. This is counterproductive as we're trying to extend the camera run times!
I just got my Go-Pro so I am still getting use to it. I was on a cruise for eight days and they had a sale on the Hero 9 . I got that and and an accessory kit duty free and at a really good price. I have not picked any mods , but I have started looking at some additional pieces. The media mod for sure, but I am butter fingers so first I think an armor case. But after that lights, mics, and lenses.
GoPro‘s are built to be extremely durable. I don’t think you’ll need a durable case even if you are admittedly Butterfingers.. I also would recommend just using the camera and getting familiar with it. Often times don’t need any accessories besides an extra battery and a larger SD card if you were just getting started with your GoPro
Congratulations on the purchase! Let me know if you have any questions!
would love to get some info on the presets used to shoot your videos on the gopro! nice video
Can you tell me more avbout the live stream quick app. And where to get it? Nice demos on the media mod
Check out this video I made showing how to live stream with the Quik app: th-cam.com/video/TNLSWwV1WBE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ztZoLL4xO9L2PTVc I use a Hero8 in the video but the same concepts apply. Let me know if this answers your questions
thanks@@TG_Shreds
I’m looking the best setup for my daughter who is just starting personal training career. I’m trying to purchase a reasonably priced setup for good Video clarity for export to social media upload and sound quality. Is GoPro hero an affordable opinion for her needs and would you recommend the more or is that something a beginner wouldn’t need for sound? Any feedback or recommendations for her needs is appreciated. TIA!
The GoPro Hero would be a great camera for her! I would suggest looking into the GoPro Hero 11 creator edition that includes the Media Mod and the Volta Grip. Its perfect for a lot of creators and sounds like a great match for your daughter!
I bought the GoPro 10 I love it if you had any way to contact GoPro the battery should click in and stay in and I can use my Mike when the pieces off so you can get at it they need to have a different way to put the chip in chip in and a different spot but they would have to make sure that the battery stays in and a different area for the Mike like my GoPro 4 I get it I might buy one I love my GoPro 10 and my GoPro 4 and 5 and my DGI as well
Those are good points of feedback! I hope GoPro is listening 👂
You wouldn't need to go pro 10 media the case it would click in on a separate area like my 4 and my 5 it's a pig and a poke I'd like to use my mic and I go pro 10 but I can't cause always falls out I think it's a false narrative to get one of these you shouldn't need to the chip should have its own special area too as well I like it but I like to use my clothes mi'm close Mike wish I could talk to somebody in GoPro and tell me their idiots
I'll use the Media Mod (which I just bought today for the Go Pro 10, which I bought a couple of weeks ago) for a Rode Wireless Go 2 and for walking around London, from Toronto, next time I go. Even though the Go Pro has a good sound, I can isolate the Rode more with a Rode Lavalier mic in case traffic, etc., is a little too loud. Mind you, the Brits don't seem as obstreperous as us, over here. I'll alternate between that setup and a Sony a7C on a Weebill S gimbal and use a Sony ECMB1M mic, atop that. But I also want to bring a Sony RX100VA as all three are good for different reasons, and I may be there for a month.
I'm excited to see your results and findings! Thanks for watching my video!
I have tried countless times to connect it to my GoPro 10 I bought the display and I bought the media mod and I cannot get them to connect. Why Spike why? Your videos were great that’s all I wanna do is make great videos like yours!
First I would check to see if you have the latest firmware. Connecting your camera to the Quik app should prompt an update. Do the Hero10 and media mod work independently without the Display Mod?? Try connecting the Media Mod to your camera only after the firmware update.
Love the comparisons of sound quality. Have a new 10 and now looking at the Media Mod. I think perfect for me as a beginner.
Thanks for the comment! I’m glad you liked the examples 😂
My thoughts entirely. If you really want to, you can always upgrade later? Having learned quite a bit using the mod. You will always have it to use, or even sell on. What’s to lose really?
Great video. I'm gonna head over to the UK amazon and get me one.
Please do! Let me know if you have any questions!
New sun. Loved your vid. I have a H10 with Media mod and I love it. Really small form factor and I am not a pro.
Glad you like the video! There is always room to grow. Have fun, ask questions, keep filming
I was looking at the mediamod and wondering if it would be good for my setup, as I don't have any one use for either a camera or a GoPro. I bought a SmallRig frame for the Hero9 that I have, and I was left wondering how the 3.5mm stereo/USB-C adapter that GoPro sells, would actually fit onto this cage. the bottom line is, it didn't. I didn't wanna shell out another inordinate amount on a bespoke accessory, so I managed to jerry-rig a solution. the width/thickness of the adapter body is almost exactly the same width as the coldshoe mount, so I stuffed it in there and it's a VERY tight fit, but it works. now I have a solution that doesn't get in the way of a shot, allows sound flexibility with my use of Rode wireless mics, and keeps everything neat and tidy.
Thanks for the info and advice! New to Go Pro, and looking forward to getting the most I can out of the camera!
Wow such a subtle description…beautifully explained!!
Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions
@@TG_Shreds I got one can I use a GoPro silicone and sleeve along with media mod? Thanks
@@DeepakMishra-zs1yj Unfortunately not. The GoPro silicone sleeve is for the camera only. The silicone sleeve will not fit around the camera when it is being used with the media mod
Great video thanks. Once you've ripped off the battery door can you put it back on again or is it off forever?
Thanks and great question! The side door can easily be put back on. It snaps back into place making it waterproof again as long as you make sure there is no dirt or hair or anything when you close the door
I just bought GoPro 10 and also I had rode wireless microphone. Can you guide us how to set up and how to put them together. Thanks
I’m super down to show you… big question though… do you have the media mod? … also, what are you using your GoPro for? - a rode mic might be overkill… I used it in this video for comparison purposes… I can’t think of a scenario where I would actually put a rode mic on my GoPro
Will the Media Mod protect the GoPro for mountain biking or best to ride without?
When you use the word ‘protect’ in your answer, I have to reply saying it won’t protect it at all… I would say that you can use it for mountain biking, but it won’t offer any protection.
That being said, if you use it, it will give you the features I mention and still slow you to record quality audio. If you do use it for MTB, I would be sure to use the removable foam wind buff for the microphone.
For mountain bike the adapter it`s better because you can use a metal cage for more protection and the adapter it`s cheaper, a lot of bike vloggins use that way
@ which adapter?
Do you think it would be fine getting caught in the rain? On a motorcycle helmet maybe once or twice a year
I don’t think so.. you should be fine. If it ever feels like a lot of rain or whatever has hit it, then maybe dry off all the components separately when you get home or wherever to a dry area
What tripod/extended stick was that shoving in this video, where can I find exactly that one
That is the 3-way 2.0 made by GoPro. You can buy it from GoPro.com or most anywhere you can buy GoPro stuff. I did a review video on that mount if you want more info
I was able to get it with A package deal for $39. I've yet to use it but the video is encouraging.
You got media mod for $39?
Hey man, great video! Do u know if u can monitor through the hdmi while recording video? TIA
Worth it? Not for me. I tried the Media Mod with the Hero 8 but the incompatibility with filters made it a bad choice. For the Hero 10 I reverted to a Ulanzi plastic cage with filter thread (the metal ones are too heavy) The plastic cage plus mic adapter still costs less than the Media Mod. And I love easy use of ND's and circular polarizers.
TRUE.. especially in the sense of using filters. I haven't used the Ulanzi plastic cage
@@TG_Shreds Everyone seems to go for the metal cages as if that is premium, but the weight saving on the plastic ones is significant, which is especially important if using on a small gimbal. I also like that plastic is easy to cut and make alterations if I am trying to get creative about how I am using it :) Ulanzi G9-4 is the model that fits Hero 9 and 10. It has a 55mm filter thread.
@@artistjoh This is great info! I think it may be time for a comparison video 😆
@@TG_Shreds A comparison video is a great idea. Bring. It. On.
I owned the Media Mod for the GoPro Hero 8. Personally, I feel it defeats the purpose of a GoPro. I’ve attached a light to it (the overpriced Light Mod) and a Rode Microphone but now it was anything but portable. So now, with the Hero 10, I’ve decided to leave it naked. It’s tempting to want to transform this camera into something else but it is an action camera first. If I want a vlogging camera, I would just get something like the ZV. I just wish there was a way to attach the light to the GoPro without the media mod, as that can definitely help in travel videos, especially during the evening.
I would definitely agree with that! - I can see how the media mod bridges the gap for people who don't want to commit to a dedicated DSLR or other camera for vlogging, but ultimately a GoPro is a rugged action camera. The lines get blurred especially with the slim (subjective) difference in audio quality between the cameras mic, media mod mic and an external 3rd party microphone.
FYI.. my favorite GoPro mount is duct tape. #ifoyucantduckitFU@Kit maybe I should make a video showing how to best duct tape the light to the GoPro without the media mod 😂😂😂
Use duct tapes
Just buy a smallrig cold shoe, and put double-sided tape one it. And stick it to your gopro.
Simple
You camera assistant stole the show!
😜 the best
I don't have the Media Mod and I don't have the other stuff so I may get the Media Mod. Thanks 4 the info!
I’m glad the video helped. Let me know if you have questions
Nice video but why on earth did you overdub a drum beat on the sample footage. I wanted to be able to listen to the difference in sound quality between the media mod and inbuilt microphone - but it is too difficult to do with that drum beat overlayed.
I see / hear what you are saying. It was an oversight and something that I will take note of and incorporate into future videos anytime I am working with audio examples. That being said, the immediate differences are audible to me... remember - audio is subjective - and I hope to make perceivable differences more apparent to every walk of life.
Are there camera settings that you would advise while using the media mod that would prevent overheating? I was shooting 30 minutes of video and then subsequently 20 minutes of video with it overheating once in a chest mount and another on a window mount.
Yes there are settings! Check out this video on TH-cam: "GoPro HERO10: How to Maximize Camera Performance + Battery Life" its from the channel "GoPro Tips" the performance modes are made specifically for you in these situations. you may also want to ask yourself the question: Do I need to be filming in such high frame rate / resolution. If your end result is for TH-cam, maybe consider a lower frame rate or resolution to prevent your camera from overheating.
Can you charge it thru c port and send video signal thru hdmi in the same time?
Yes definitely
did i misunderstand this ? the internal mic and rode video sound great and full and the media mod sounds hollow
audio can be subjective hence my examples. I would suggest listening to other examples that are on TH-cam to form your own opinion
Heeey - thanks man I am a very new newbie I e I have literally just bought a go pro 10 and media mod I literally have no idea what I am doing and want to learn something new everyday. Any advice? It would be welcomed as your the first media person I have contacted btw I have a drone aswell.
That's awesome! My advice would be to get out and use the camera and MOD every day.. even if its not amazing footage. ... the idea is to get good shooting mundane stuff so that when an activity or something epic comes around, you are already used to your camera. Im sure you will have questions along the way so be diligent in TH-cam-ing your questions... there are so many good videos and creators out there making content to help you learn. I would suggest checking out the TH-cam Channel: GoPro Tips - its an educational channel that GoPro runs.
Is it just me or did the media mod mics sound worse than the regular GoPro mic?
That's what I found with mine, but maybe I got a bad one, but it seems like the Media Mod mics introduce a lot more ground noise than just the regular mics.
The only reason I am looking at a media mod is because my hero10 isn't playing nicely with my production system, so I cannot use it as a USB webcam (the old crash reporter error that nobody seems to know how to fix). I checked it on a bone stock windows 10 install and I could just about getting it working, but not very impressive to be honest. So I would consider the media mod to use the HDMI out to feed one of my elgato capture cards. Such a painful waste to spend more money just to get the camera to do what it's suppose to do!
so helpfull. great VIDEO..
Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad it helps
awesome vide Thomas!
Thanks Ron!
Is it any good for creating Music Videos with quality sufficient for putting on youtube?
If the end result is meant to represent someone’s musical talent, it may work in a pinch, but I would suggest more professional means of recording audio
Haha, I only ordered the mod to mount the light on to the camera. Landed here to see what it can do 😂
It can be pretty useful. Hope you enjoy
Media mod vs rode mic which one is better in sound?
This is somewhat subjective, but if I had to choose, I would go with the rode mic
@@TG_Shreds thnks by the way,
Can u make a video on how to attach a rode mic on Dji om5
@@FactNight That sounds like a great video topic, but I currently dont have a DJI om5
Great review. Thanks. I am considering the media mod mainly for the wind noise cancelling. Is it an improvement over no mod. Thanks
Yes it does provide improvement, but its very slight. you really gotta turn your listening ears on to hear the quality difference .. (in my opinion since audio is subjective)
I must order mediemod. For HDMI for streming.
Can you post link to that microphone you are to compare the media mod VA external mic. It seems pretty good and I am willing to consider buying it.
Or would you recommend a different mic than the one you are using? I plan on doing a lot outside and could experience high wind and loud noises.
I bought the media mod for that but I am totally fine with using it with something else or totally scrapping it for something else.
Any recommendations is highly appreciated.
Thanks!
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1152351-REG/rode_videomic_pro_r_videomic_pro_with_lyre.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhqaVBhCxARIsAHK1tiPhAtCBx1QayKe7r17NkaAnhuTdVo8qszm9S6V8mrRXhrM-FWFCA3oaAuRuEALw_wcB
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1183909-REG/rode_videomicro_compact_on_camera.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
The first link is the one I use, the second link is the mic I would recommend as an intermediate between the media mod mic and the Mic I use
Do you think the 2nd one would work well on a rifle? I plan on recording and streaming my training at the range for educational and entertainment purposes.
So looking for a good mic that's also lightweight. The media mod looks like a decent option since it's ultra small and light and has decent audio. (any added weight makes aiming magnitudes hard.) So I would like a good mic so it's pleasant to watch/listen to but excessive weight is going to kill me lol 😆 😅.
Do you know how much both those weigh?
Do you think one would be drastically better than the other with recording audio on top of a rifle shooting? I know it's a drastic/extreme situation that has 50db to 140+ dB to record 🤣
@@DCMAKER133 I’m not sure how much they weigh, but I’m sure it’s Googleable. If you are shooting guns, then I would recommend the cheaper variant: the more expensive microphones usually pick up deeper/lower frequencies with higher fidelity. … louder shrill noises would require less low range fidelity
what ND filter works with the media mod?
have personally used the Polar Pro filters for Hero10 and they do not interfere with the Media Mod. I haven't used any others, but I can say that the Media Mod dosnt conflict with removing and replacing the stock Lens so as long as an aftermarket lens is too much extra bulk, then I would say you are good to go with other brands of ND filters
@@TG_Shreds thank you so much!
Hi Brother , can yoU plz tell me , should I buy media mod for gopro 10 for my vlogging videos ?
I will leave the decision up to you but if you are looking to enhance the quality of audio in your vlogs, then yes, I would recommend it
@@TG_Shreds yup I want to enhance my audio quality, Thank yoU :) for yoUr recommendation 🥰
Hello sorry to bother you here. I am Linda from the Promotion Team of HSU, a brand that focuses on action camera accessories. Is there any chance that you would like to try our GoPro wind reduction foam? Compared with media mod, wind reduction foam is more affordable and can reduce most of the wind noise for daily use.
A cruise is how I came to buy my GoPro 6 after my expensive camera was stolen. I am looking into the media mod but certainly not 100 percent whether I will use it.
It’s exciting to hear that you have a GoPro but unfortunately there is no media mod for the hero6
@@TG_Shreds I have the 10 too but no media mod. Actually the video quality on the 6 is very good. I got the snap mounts and put it on the front of a vehicle while on vacation. Those mounts are pretty versatile.
@@gutenbird ok awesome! I agree.. the mounting ecosystem and ability to swap between mounts quickly is a big reason GoPro has had continued success.. they market their cameras as the most versatile camera.. Make sure you get the correct media mod for your camera… the original media mod is smaller and designed specifically for the Hero8… the one that GoPro currently sells on their website is designed for the Hero9 and Hero10 camera interchangeably.
Hi, on the hero 10, does the media mod output your previously recorded files in 4k, or is it limited to 1080?
Thanks in advance.
I believe it is limited to 4K after reading this information from the GoPro website/community forum. Check it out. community.gopro.com/s/article/Media-Mod-HDMI-Output?language=en_US
@@TG_Shreds thanks for that, very helpful.
cool vid!! Thx.
Thanks! I appreciate the comment!
does the camera show the audio meter without the media mod or only with it?
Great question, unfortunately not
i want to buy this media mod for my hero10 so i can attach my external mic (rode videomicpro+) onto it.
u showed that on some shooting modes the mic will be caught in the fov.
ive seen some videos where there are mounting kits to help with this
like from ulanzi
btw, new to the filming world…
The example of me mounting the RODE video mic was purely for audio comparison. I cant think of a reason that you would need to mount that microphone when the difference in quality is nominal
The people need to see more of the bumpy pumpkin vibes
Haha 😂 pulling out all the stops for those fall vibes 🎃🍁
How does using the case make it any less water proof? I don't get it. If it's water proof without the case....Do you need to open up a port or something to use it?
Yes, you take the GoPro's side door off completely to have the Media MOD slide over the camera and connect to the USB-C port. in doing this, the camera looses its waterproof capabilities.
@@TG_Shreds ahhh, ok thanks
What canon camera set u have in your hands ?
I was using the Canon 5Div with the 16-35mm
I bought a Media Mod Hero10/Hero9, as listed on Ebay. I got it today, and my Hero 10 sill not fit in it at all. It's too small for the Hero10. It was listed as new, and when I got it today in the mail, the box was sealed with the retail round sticker. But when I opened it, there was no Mic attachment, no instruction booklet, and the thing is scuffed up. Then when I tried to put my Hero 10 in it, but it is way too small. So I'm wondering if I'm doing something wrong, of if someone stuck a different media mod in the box. Like, is the Hero 8 media mod smaller than the Hero 9/10 one? And I just noticed that the rubber flap that goes over the outputs is missing.
You definitely got scammed. Hope you got your money back.
Hi i am having problem with gopro brand media mod, I have removed side cover before inserting to gopro media mod, I have gopro 9 and 10, my gopro media mod fits with with gopro9 but doesn't fit with gopro10...Can't be two different media mod between 9 and 10? It's so weird.
I cannot comment on exactly what is going wrong in your situation but if I had to guess from my experience you were using the correct media mod, but as you are sliding the camera into the media mod you may need to gently wiggle the camera into place so that the USB-C port finds its match and becomes seated correctly… if you’re having issues don’t force it. You may want to reach out to GoPro customer support directly
Thanks
your Welcome! glad to make content that works for you!
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Lol. Shout-Vlogging has a vibe 😅😂
Great video review on the media mod. Realistically, media mod mic is really disappointed. I already checked some reviews from other youtubers, I still think the media mod mic is really average, I even prefer the audio quality straight from cam. However, the ability to add an external mic and eventually a ext light on the gopro is a real benefit getting media mod.
The audio on the hero 10/media mod sounds like night and day compared to the audio I get from my gopro 7.
Great content on your channel.
I'm glad to be a new sub
Awesome! Thanks for the comment and the sub! I agree the microphone is a bit underwhelming but still maybe a tiny upgrade
Want to buy
let me know if you have questions
I prefer the GoPros sound to the media mod
Mod sounds weird to my ears
if you want to throw a small, inconspicious camera on stage in front of your buddies and stream the video mixed with the record out from their mixer back to an Atem video streamer, yeah this works :)
that's correct! The Media Mod / Hero10 works great in that situation.
idk if it’s good for a concert
concerts are typically very loud which can make your audio peak and become distorted. this is definitely an advanced scenario
I dont think this gizmo has a better mic/sound then inbuilt gopro mic. Therefore NO.
understandable and subjective. Definitely depends on what you are trying to use the camera/mod for
teh original sounds better than the mod
when are you going to gift me gopro🥰
Media Mod is not worthed for sure.
The way you speak makes me think that is no way your daughter
This guy really must do something about his appalling lack of self confidence.
ayy
I will not use a gopro, I can not stand the fish eye videos'
The wide angle fisheye is definitely has a stylized look. Have you heard of the GoPro’s ‘linear mode’? th-cam.com/video/YNfZrE3KbCQ/w-d-xo.html nothing beats the lens quality of an SLr in comparison