Nice, to PC it is a bit on other silent side but you can always boost in post or OBS and for the best sound don't speak facing a solid wall to avoid audio bouncing... Just advice for the best experience I tested a bit more especially outside in traffic on my other video: th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.html
@@sparkestudio thanks for the tipps, I am planning to use this on pc only via usb. Is there a drop in audio quality after you boost the audio? If yes, are there ways to amplify the signal beforehand?
@@vaf3614 if not boosting a ton there isn't a drop but if you can record in 24bit over 16bit audio recording it'll prevent any hiss being introduced maintaining the quality. You'll also love that this mic works with android mobile phones... Unless you use Apple but a USB C to lightning adapter can solve that issue.
thanks for sharing, i got my d4 last 2days and i love it especially with that price they give us full package its everything inside the box, the build quality really good, it feels solid and works very well, those cables are good quality of kind, its a beautiful mic, i use the dolby on apps on my phone to enhance the sound quality and boost the volume and yes i got what i want
When you mentioned not using the battery I did a few tests. This is power only, no audio. My test showed that the no battery thing is only if you stay in the USB world. I used a USB-C to USB-A cable plugged into a PC , no battery. The Deity V-Mic D4 was powered and recognized by the PC. When I used the USB-C to TRRS plugged into PC, it would only work if the battery was installed. Same thing happened when plugged into iPhone with TRRS. No battery =no green light. Thanks for the heads-up on the USB to USB power, good to know.
ALWAYS use battery with TRS and TRRS connections. Battery not required with USB to USB only. I tested more noise rejection real world in my review on my other channel, link should be in the video description.
thank god i see this comment, i dont even know it can power on without battery through usb c, im using this mic on my phone all the time one thing bothering me was it stays on all the time even my screen is off unless i power off my phone. its a good feature for camera but not for smartphone because who would turn off their phone when not using it. so i have to unplug and plug it back all the time and that sucks... now i can leave it stay plugged without wondering the battery life anymore. you solved my problem thanks again
Great Work 👍👍 with your (deep) explanation ++ best reg. from germany ++ I'm going to buy a deity pocket wireless in combination with a Deity V-mic D4 = I hope it will be a perfect mobile audio quick studio setup (without long cables)
When I'm outside I use the Rode brand Windmuff that fits the Videomic NTG for better wind rejection. The supplied deadcat from Deity wasn't working for me. The fit is perfect btw👍
You're welcome, please consider subscribing if not already done so. I have a lot of cool audio stuff that I'll be showing tech wise in the world of audio.
Great review! About the RFI, is there any interference if you clip on a 2.4 MHz wireless transmitter on the cold shoe mount slide? You were pretty close to the mic where you were testing for RFI, so I'm thinking that the transmitter will seat 2 inches away underneath the back side of the mic, will that get rid of the RFI? I'm looking to get this mic and I want to use it with the "Hollyland Lak Max" wireless system. Thanks!
I would love to test properly for you... I had since cut a small hole to try the mic with a dummy battery and that means blocking RFI is compromised. And now all wireless systems cause RFI 😖
@@sparkestudio Thanks for responding so fast to my question. I watched the other review that you made and is very helpful. I was thinking that maybe the battery cover might not be shielding well enough. Maybe some copper foil inside the battery cover will fix that problem...🤔
@@mcchris6917 I setup my mics, I had does the testing before but I had forgot what happened... Hollyland Lark Max "doesn't" work at all with the Deity V-mic D4 and does not even work with the Rode NTG without manual power on and off like I showed in my review of the Lark Max part 1 or 2 video. Reason D4 does not work whatsoever is the mic won't power itself on because the Lark Max does not provide Mic line power.
I love this mic but I need a better shock mount to reduce the handling noise when I do quick movements or following my subject handheld without a gimbal. Any suggestions?
For a better shock mount my old Sennheiser MKE 600 review has the answer. Oh and this one as well, I show it at 2:48 on this video. I also show this shock mount on my Sennheiser MKE 600 review. I do the guitar and singing test of the Sennheiser MKE 600 on my other channel.
@@heroicvision I now added a link for the shock mount in this video... I got the shock mount to replace the MKE600 shock mount at 3:39 in that video I explain the issue and how I connect and the cold shoe mount I use with it and links to find it all as well th-cam.com/video/Eul8g8M97hQ/w-d-xo.html
@@heroicvision If you wondered why I kept the AT4040 over the MKE600 my comparison video would show. The AT4040 has I found is a bit brighter and better for instrument recording th-cam.com/video/JDcg-B_4UrI/w-d-xo.html
@@ciekaweurzadzenia you're right. At the end of my other more real world test video without the extra tests the last part outside I show the crazy good noise rejection. th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.html So good I have 2 reviews I am working on completely recorded with this mic. One is a Godox key with wireless remote, the other is on my other channel the steel series Aerox 5 gaming mouse.
straight towards you give the best sound, slightly to the side should be fine since this isn't a "long" shot gun microphone. For more on the noise rejections watch the video on my other channel (this is my main channel for audio but I wanted to test more) th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.html
@@O.Shawabkeh Thank you, I prefer the review on my other channel cause I show better the noise rejection since that is what a shotgun microphone is about. I got so annoyed with all the Saramonic Blink500 ProX hype. My truthful honest review with more detail than any other reviewer out there tells you everything you need to know and more. I paid for every single Deity Device I ever reviewed and every single DJI, Saramonic, Shure, Rode, Sennheiser microphone I ever reviewed out of pocket.
@@O.Shawabkeh If not already subbed feel free to help this channel and look around. I have a play list of different price ranges, wired, wireless, pro devices etc. I need to make a playlist for wired lavaliers since I've started reviewing a lot of them.
@@sparkestudio just did, and intend to watch your recent lavalier II, since seems I'd either pick that or this Diety. Hope I make the correct choice :)
Looks almost like My Rode M5 I reviewed Checking out some more information I think it might pickup a little nicer than the Rode. You'll still need to be very close to the mic but very good off axis noise rejection on the OKTAVA MK-012, the price has went way up in Canada compared to the Rode The "SE Electronics SE-SE8" is also very interesting as a general use pencil mic.
Never heard of that mic system, I see it is cardioid meaning it should work for an untreated room but you might have to speak up close. The Rode M5 has amazing low self noise, would like a bit more dynamic range and more movement freedom. This is where the affordable $99USD Deity D4 comes in I am not stuck up close to the microphone, the NTG's self noise annoys me at times but NTG is great at rejecting wind noise with it's fur wind muff.
The Audio Technica AT875R might have been a slightly better choice depending on pricing as a do it all mic. The Oktava when speaking closely plosives easily; don't speak much closer than 8 inches away. The microphone top options for the Oktava for different sound profiles is rather neat. Depending on the task those sound profiles might work very well for you after knowing which head is best for what task... And it is small.
@@mariusdocea438 when I looked at your channel I noticed you do weddings. that is where use case with the interchangeable capsules could work nicely. I have no clue of how you intend to use the mic, just that having a small microphone seems better for taking to a wedding event than a larger shot gun microphone. The sE Electronics sE8 has a nice tone as well. Since you already have the Zoom F3 the low cut of the SE8 built in wouldn't be needed. I do love that the Zoom F3 maintains the low cut after power off.
I just got this mic. I am gutted to find that getting a replacement audio cable is almost impossible. If anyone has any idea where to get one please let me know. I'm talking about the USB-C to TRRS yellow cable that goes from the mic to the camera.
@@JWS1968 my any chance do you live in Canada? Even better if you live in North BC in Canada. Cause I just tossed mine out but I still have them. I did a major cleanup yesterday and the day before.
@@JWS1968 i also found that easily. Deity timecode cable. I cannot post the link in TH-cam in comments, I got a channel warning for doing so previously. Super easy for me to find with one search. But I'm a tech geek, like this isn't my tech channel or you'd notice.
My best advice for XLR at this time is the Audio Technica AT875R which is really good for the price. Not shotgun the Audio Technica AT2020 (lacks noise rejection) is rather good.
Boya BY-BM6040 appears to be a good microphone if you can find a good price. Boys BY-BM6060L can be fine but it is a shotgun that isn't meant to be close and is better setup as an outside microphone and can be powered by battery to connect XLR to 3.5mm direct to camera
@@manutecpodcast the boya 6040 is a good price with AliExpress. Amazon locations are mostly over priced. The Comica V30 Pro not clean audio or is there a different issue?
One of the best damn reviews for this microphone!
Thanks, appreciate it
Just ordered one of these for 67eur on amazon, I am super hyped for this.
Nice, to PC it is a bit on other silent side but you can always boost in post or OBS and for the best sound don't speak facing a solid wall to avoid audio bouncing... Just advice for the best experience
I tested a bit more especially outside in traffic on my other video:
th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.html
@@sparkestudio thanks for the tipps, I am planning to use this on pc only via usb. Is there a drop in audio quality after you boost the audio? If yes, are there ways to amplify the signal beforehand?
@@vaf3614 if not boosting a ton there isn't a drop but if you can record in 24bit over 16bit audio recording it'll prevent any hiss being introduced maintaining the quality. You'll also love that this mic works with android mobile phones... Unless you use Apple but a USB C to lightning adapter can solve that issue.
The below test almos killed me Nice vid, cheers from Brazil.
thanks for sharing, i got my d4 last 2days and i love it especially with that price they give us full package its everything inside the box, the build quality really good, it feels solid and works very well, those cables are good quality of kind, its a beautiful mic, i use the dolby on apps on my phone to enhance the sound quality and boost the volume and yes i got what i want
Thorough review. Thank you very much and keep up the great work.
Thank you
When you mentioned not using the battery I did a few tests. This is power only, no audio. My test showed that the no battery thing is only if you stay in the USB world. I used a USB-C to USB-A cable plugged into a PC , no battery. The Deity V-Mic D4 was powered and recognized by the PC. When I used the USB-C to TRRS plugged into PC, it would only work if the battery was installed. Same thing happened when plugged into iPhone with TRRS. No battery =no green light. Thanks for the heads-up on the USB to USB power, good to know.
ALWAYS use battery with TRS and TRRS connections. Battery not required with USB to USB only. I tested more noise rejection real world in my review on my other channel, link should be in the video description.
And your welcome, and thank you for watching. I'm always testing different microphones... Right now working on the Sennheiser MKH50 review.
thank god i see this comment, i dont even know it can power on without battery through usb c, im using this mic on my phone all the time one thing bothering me was it stays on all the time even my screen is off unless i power off my phone. its a good feature for camera but not for smartphone because who would turn off their phone when not using it. so i have to unplug and plug it back all the time and that sucks... now i can leave it stay plugged without wondering the battery life anymore. you solved my problem thanks again
Great Work 👍👍 with your (deep) explanation ++ best reg. from germany ++ I'm going to buy a deity pocket wireless in combination with a Deity V-mic D4 = I hope it will be a perfect mobile audio quick studio setup (without long cables)
The Deity pocket mic works amazing with pretty much everything. I use it with my Rode NTG and my lavalier microphones as well.
When I'm outside I use the Rode brand Windmuff that fits the Videomic NTG for better wind rejection. The supplied deadcat from Deity wasn't working for me. The fit is perfect btw👍
thank you for this
You're welcome, please consider subscribing if not already done so. I have a lot of cool audio stuff that I'll be showing tech wise in the world of audio.
Thanks
Great review! About the RFI, is there any interference if you clip on a 2.4 MHz wireless transmitter on the cold shoe mount slide? You were pretty close to the mic where you were testing for RFI, so I'm thinking that the transmitter will seat 2 inches away underneath the back side of the mic, will that get rid of the RFI? I'm looking to get this mic and I want to use it with the "Hollyland Lak Max" wireless system. Thanks!
I would love to test properly for you... I had since cut a small hole to try the mic with a dummy battery and that means blocking RFI is compromised. And now all wireless systems cause RFI 😖
I go more testing of real work stuff on my other channel before cut the hole in it
th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=YdE9Gp_rigQ6ULsV
@@sparkestudio Thanks for responding so fast to my question. I watched the other review that you made and is very helpful. I was thinking that maybe the battery cover might not be shielding well enough. Maybe some copper foil inside the battery cover will fix that problem...🤔
@@mcchris6917 I setup my mics, I had does the testing before but I had forgot what happened... Hollyland Lark Max "doesn't" work at all with the Deity V-mic D4 and does not even work with the Rode NTG without manual power on and off like I showed in my review of the Lark Max part 1 or 2 video. Reason D4 does not work whatsoever is the mic won't power itself on because the Lark Max does not provide Mic line power.
Hi, Id like to know if it gets powered by the PC instead of the internal Battery when connected via USB C. Good Review
Exactly, powered by the PC or any USB device when connected by USB including mobile phone.
Have the same one!
I love this mic but I need a better shock mount to reduce the handling noise when I do quick movements or following my subject handheld without a gimbal. Any suggestions?
For a better shock mount my old Sennheiser MKE 600 review has the answer. Oh and this one as well, I show it at 2:48 on this video. I also show this shock mount on my Sennheiser MKE 600 review. I do the guitar and singing test of the Sennheiser MKE 600 on my other channel.
@@sparkestudio Awesome! Gonna take a look! I appreciate that!
@@heroicvision I now added a link for the shock mount in this video... I got the shock mount to replace the MKE600 shock mount at 3:39 in that video I explain the issue and how I connect and the cold shoe mount I use with it and links to find it all as well
th-cam.com/video/Eul8g8M97hQ/w-d-xo.html
@@heroicvision Too many videos, I re-uploaded the MKE600 singing and guitar back to this channel
@@heroicvision If you wondered why I kept the AT4040 over the MKE600 my comparison video would show. The AT4040 has I found is a bit brighter and better for instrument recording
th-cam.com/video/JDcg-B_4UrI/w-d-xo.html
I am for testing se electronics se8
I have never had a chance to try the S8 but the Audio I heard from it is rather good.
@@sparkestudio Apparently, it's hard to find a better microphone at this price for a vlogging frame with such good sound.
@@ciekaweurzadzenia you're right. At the end of my other more real world test video without the extra tests the last part outside I show the crazy good noise rejection.
th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.html
So good I have 2 reviews I am working on completely recorded with this mic. One is a Godox key with wireless remote, the other is on my other channel the steel series Aerox 5 gaming mouse.
Mounted over a DSLR, I assume it can be directed slightly to the sides, not just straight forward?
straight towards you give the best sound, slightly to the side should be fine since this isn't a "long" shot gun microphone. For more on the noise rejections watch the video on my other channel (this is my main channel for audio but I wanted to test more)
th-cam.com/video/X8Io3s2UCQ0/w-d-xo.html
@@sparkestudio thank you so much, and that was really a pretty good review, lacking the usual marketing and hype.
@@O.Shawabkeh Thank you, I prefer the review on my other channel cause I show better the noise rejection since that is what a shotgun microphone is about. I got so annoyed with all the Saramonic Blink500 ProX hype. My truthful honest review with more detail than any other reviewer out there tells you everything you need to know and more. I paid for every single Deity Device I ever reviewed and every single DJI, Saramonic, Shure, Rode, Sennheiser microphone I ever reviewed out of pocket.
@@O.Shawabkeh If not already subbed feel free to help this channel and look around. I have a play list of different price ranges, wired, wireless, pro devices etc. I need to make a playlist for wired lavaliers since I've started reviewing a lot of them.
@@sparkestudio just did, and intend to watch your recent lavalier II, since seems I'd either pick that or this Diety. Hope I make the correct choice :)
nice video i order 2 pic OKTAVA MK-012 for my new ZOOM F3 i hope too work perfect..!
Looks almost like My Rode M5 I reviewed
Checking out some more information I think it might pickup a little nicer than the Rode.
You'll still need to be very close to the mic but very good off axis noise rejection on the OKTAVA MK-012, the price has went way up in Canada compared to the Rode
The "SE Electronics SE-SE8" is also very interesting as a general use pencil mic.
Never heard of that mic system, I see it is cardioid meaning it should work for an untreated room but you might have to speak up close. The Rode M5 has amazing low self noise, would like a bit more dynamic range and more movement freedom. This is where the affordable $99USD Deity D4 comes in I am not stuck up close to the microphone, the NTG's self noise annoys me at times but NTG is great at rejecting wind noise with it's fur wind muff.
The Audio Technica AT875R might have been a slightly better choice depending on pricing as a do it all mic. The Oktava when speaking closely plosives easily; don't speak much closer than 8 inches away. The microphone top options for the Oktava for different sound profiles is rather neat. Depending on the task those sound profiles might work very well for you after knowing which head is best for what task... And it is small.
@@sparkestudio i intend too use this for wedding..on top on my R5C..or to registrer same coral music
@@mariusdocea438 when I looked at your channel I noticed you do weddings. that is where use case with the interchangeable capsules could work nicely. I have no clue of how you intend to use the mic, just that having a small microphone seems better for taking to a wedding event than a larger shot gun microphone.
The sE Electronics sE8 has a nice tone as well. Since you already have the Zoom F3 the low cut of the SE8 built in wouldn't be needed. I do love that the Zoom F3 maintains the low cut after power off.
I just got this mic. I am gutted to find that getting a replacement audio cable is almost impossible. If anyone has any idea where to get one please let me know. I'm talking about the USB-C to TRRS yellow cable that goes from the mic to the camera.
@@JWS1968 my any chance do you live in Canada? Even better if you live in North BC in Canada. Cause I just tossed mine out but I still have them. I did a major cleanup yesterday and the day before.
@@sparkestudio So they're no longer available. No wonder this mic is so cheap on eBay. I'm in the UK.
@@JWS1968 can be purchased on Ali Express. Google "deity mic cables"
@@sparkestudio it's not the TRRS version. It's the Timecode one
@@JWS1968 i also found that easily. Deity timecode cable. I cannot post the link in TH-cam in comments, I got a channel warning for doing so previously. Super easy for me to find with one search. But I'm a tech geek, like this isn't my tech channel or you'd notice.
any idea on ZOOM M3 microphone (shotgun)
My best advice for XLR at this time is the Audio Technica AT875R which is really good for the price.
Not shotgun the Audio Technica AT2020 (lacks noise rejection) is rather good.
Boya BY-BM6040 appears to be a good microphone if you can find a good price. Boys BY-BM6060L can be fine but it is a shotgun that isn't meant to be close and is better setup as an outside microphone and can be powered by battery to connect XLR to 3.5mm direct to camera
@@sparkestudio I am now connecting Comica V30 Pro with Zoom h4n Pro. Its good only, but somewhere I am not satisfied.
@@sparkestudio I heard SONY ECM B10 is good mic. any idea.pls
@@manutecpodcast the boya 6040 is a good price with AliExpress. Amazon locations are mostly over priced. The Comica V30 Pro not clean audio or is there a different issue?