Thank you for answering a question that we've been wrestling with in our comms team for ages - how to set the gain level when we're using the iPhone's native video settings. Previously we have had to use Filmic Pro to set mic gain but now I can use iPhone cinematic mode and take control of my audio too with our Rode Videomic Me and our Rode SmartLav+ mics!
@@curtisjudd I'm good, thanks! Living with a broken foot and making videos from a wheelchair. Quite a challenge but I accepted it! How you are all good.
I was digging this mic and watching every review to find out, I know the lightning connector could potentially be a problem because I'm using a bulky UAG case.
Curtis Judd Nowadays smartphone are built with slippery metal frame, giant glass panel on both sides, I don’t see most average users who make home videos (chasing kids and dogs?) are willing to risk their phone just for better audio quality. Rode could’ve addressed this by introducing an interchangeable lightning connector mechanism, offering one standard length connector and another longer one (2 mm is probably more than enough), let customers unscrew that red bracket and switch to a longer connector whenever they want. For a 79 bucks mini mic, unfortunately Rode didn’t make that happen. There’ll be a USB-C version in the future, as you can imagine, same problem will still be there for Android users, Rode need to improve their product design concept.
It looks very close to the Videomicro, but the interference isn’t good news. For me, that was the dealbreaker with the Videomic Go, but that one has a plastic body. I always thought that the Videomicro was better in this respect due to the metal body but it doesn’t look like it from this video. Thanks Curtis.
Hi Ian, I don't want to overstate this, as it only happened in that one clip so it seems some other things are at play. The fact that I was able to livestream for 7 minutes with no RF interference was interesting. Most mics without heavy brass bodies will fall prey to RF interference at some point.
Really great review Curtis. I just got the Rode to record singing/acoustic guitar. I will be testing sound via iPhone camera video, through the Rode app, and through Garage Band.
Hi Curtis, thanks for this very accurate review, perhaps the most accurate on TH-cam concerns the microphone in question. I have a specific question though. I record videos in disco and night clubs, do you think this microphone could handle loud music, with powerful bass and ringing highs? Unfortunately the camera audio sucks and I can't attach a microphone anymore big and serious because I already have the flash on the hot shoe and I have nowhere else to mount it. Consequently this would be my only option. I need and answer 😅😂. Anyway, thank you!
Good question. Sadly, no, the max SPL this microphone can handle is 115dB SPL which is not loud enough for very loud concerts, unfortunately. (but please be sure to wear ear protection while at those concerts so you don't lose your hearing).
Another informative video Curtis, very well presented as always! I can say we’ve used both this Rode as well as the Comica version on both iPhones and dslrs and the Comica sounds even smoother and saves you some money! Coming from a professional music production/ engineering background I’ve found that Rodes across the board have a more boomy mid range (sometimes desired) compared to many of its competitors. Just my 5 cents!
Thanks for the video man. I was going to ask if you were related to Cary Judd, but as soon as this video started, I got my answer :) I'm from Thousand Oaks as well.
Thank you. This would be my 4 th rode. The one for the camera is worthless the two lab mics both broke under 3 months of use. I need something for the iPhone so I’ll try this but that will be my last try with Rode . Thanks for a thorough review.
Hi there thank you so much for this honest review! I am looking to use for recording for my podcast and video recording for my podcast as well. Based on your review it sounds like this would work well in both situations I described without having to buy the rode podcaster, boom arm and shock mount. Are my assumptions correct? (I have an iPhone SE) Thanks in advance for your response!
You'll just need to keep it as close as reasonably possible. It won't sound exactly like a dynamic microphone like the PodMic, but if you're close, it'll sound pretty good.
I’m debating between this and this VideoMicro. I like the compactness that the me-l offers, not needing any special rig to attach it to the camera, as well as the real-time audio monitoring, though the obvious downside is that it will only work with devices that have a lightning port. Hmm...
If you have an iPhone and you felt that the audio quality was ok, I'd opt for this. Convenience plays a bigger part that most of us are willing to admit when it comes to actually recording content while away from home or studio.
Hey Curtis, Great Channel for all things light & sound. Just wondering if you can, or know of a channel that can actually explain the settings (Effects) in the Rode Rec App. There's one particular that gives a VERY brief explanation, but nothing very detailed. You're the first the I have seen give a concise explanation on the HighPass Filter which I think will definitely help me out recording using the iPhoneX, Mic Me-L & a GoPro Hero 4. Thanks for that!!
Hi Drew, I generally avoid using the effects in RODERec and prefer to apply effects in post where I can back out of them if they don't improve the audio - that is to say, in post editing, you can work non-destructively. That being said, RODERec has the following effects: - Remove DC - this centers the audio waveform around the minus infinity center line. Not sure why they put this in here as you generally should not get much DC offset with the RODE microphones. - Dynamics - This allows you to compress the highest amplitude peaks and reduce the sound in between phrases. The general goal with this is to make the overall recording louder in most cases. - EQ - Allows you to boost or cut different frequencies. The High Pass is useful for reducing low frequency rumble or mild wind when it hits the microphone capsule. Band Cut/Boost allows you to choose a frequency you want to cut or boost. Often I find that a mild cut at around 900 Hz can mellow out harsh sounding dialogue recordings. The Low Pass is useful for cutting high frequency sound you do not want. I hope that helps a bit. Good luck!
Incredible review (of course, you are the best) and timely for my upcoming gear purchase. Quick questions: 1. Is the smooth 4 balance issue with the windscreen only or any time the mic is attached (as is it toast after the minute mark either way like you reference)? 2. Is there a extender cable extender, or a wireless nub for the lightening jack, that can extend the mic’s distance from the phone? (I’m not sure if this was what gary stockton in the comments section was talking about)??? 3. Have you done a comparison video of several micro iPhone mics and is this your top recommendation in that category? 4. I am traveling to extreme temps (cold and then hot / humid) - any thoughts on this mic’s vs other durability?
Hi Bruce: 1) it did not seem to make a difference, the Smooth 4 wouldn’t hold the iPhone 7+ and the mic either way. 2) I believe that is what Gary referred to. I have not tested this myself. 3) I reviewed the Shure MV88 separately. Of the two, I prefer the VideoMic me-L for the types of things I usually shoot. The MV88 is better for recording stereo sound effects. 4) I did not have an opportunity to test this in extreme weather so not sure how it will hold up in the extremes. It is a consumer level device.
Cheers for excellent review. Have ordered this mic. A question though on the wind shield. To my ear the shield did a good job, given the very handy inclusion of the tree in the background to get and idea of strength of wind. Loud wind rumble gone, as far as I could tell, and the amount of wind noise seems to have matched what you would hear normally. Do you think I'm being too forgiving or do you agree some wind noise makes the vid sound more natural?
I agree, you still want it to sound like you were actually in that location, you just don't want the distortion of the wind blowing on the microphone capsule. This strikes that balance nicely.
Awesome review as always, Curtis! By the way, can you please recommend some cheap or middle priced lavalier mic for iPhone (for lightning connection)? I was using GORA mics that you did recommend several years ago, and they was awesome. But two of four of them are dead (which is okat, given time and the amount of recording) and now we are moving to post-mini-jack era, so...
Hi Mikhail, Thanks! I wish I could recommend some but the only lavalier with a lightning connector I have used and like was the Sennheiser MKE2 Digital and unfortunately, that is quite expensive. They also make a Clip Mic digital which is around $200 USD and doesn't sound good on voices with a lot of sibilance: bhpho.to/2yOdLr4 Aputure has their A.Lyra mic but I didn't have good luck with it. Your mileage may vary: amzn.to/2CGDRDo Sorry I couldn't help more. There's definitely room for new products in this space.
I do a lot of filming at car events? if a car is about 20 meters away will this be better if I want to capture more engine noise or the same as the standard mic?
I have the same phone case!!! Well, I’m in Denver and vlogging with my iPhone X with no external mic because I forgot my lightening to 3.5mm. So this whole trip, I have a useless Rode Mic Micro in my gear backpack that can’t be connected. I have shamed myself since I last met you at NAB. 😭😭😭😭😭 My apologies Sound Sensei!!! *bows head*
Hi Heng! No need to apologize to me. The agony you experienced through the week is your personal penance. I am willing to bet you will never forget again. 👍🎤
Thank very much for your informative video review, I very much enjoyed and got an great view on this device. Does this device record in stereo or half stereo/half mono? Thank you!
Great video as always! I was wondering if you could please review Sennheiser AMBEO. I listened to some audio recordings from Ambeo; it sounds great - almost too good to be true. Cheers!
Forgot to mention the Audio Out for monitoring on the back of the mic, you can connect a pair of headphones and listen to the what it's recording in real time. Other than that, nice review!
@@curtisjudd No problem! I just know that from seeing too many reviews heheh but your was the best, a lot of important details that no other reviewer had and plenty of samples, keep up the great work!
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Would VideoMic Me-L work for filming indoor interview of two people from distance 2-3 meters?
Hey Curtis, how are you doing? Did you already hear about having troubles of audio and video sync when using VideoMic Me-L with both iPhone X and 11 Pro? Since myself had other problems with apple products due to variable fps while recording video, I really don't think it is a VideoMic issue, but could you confirm if already noticed something like that? Plus, using a software called "Handbrake" I converted the original video to another with constant fps and solved the problem. How did you configure your iPhone?
Hi Airton, I don't have this any longer, but when I used it in prep for this review, I mainly used the default camera app and I believe this is back when I was on an iPhone 7. I'm sorry that I don't have more information.
I had one since it came out. Never had any interference. Wonder if you were just unlucky or perhaps the connector was a tiny bit dirty? Don't know (of course). I've been very happy with my sample.
Thanks, good to hear that you haven’t experienced interference. It was rare in my tests. I don’t think it is related to dirt as my phone and the mic are both clean. Other than that one clip, no issues with RF interference and overall the mic sounds really good.
I use a DJI OSMO 4 gimble with an iPhone 12 afraid direct mount will restrict movement. Do you know an adapter for RØDE VideoMic Me-L. I am searching for 30+ hours and Thanks
Another great review Curtis. I have a question for you. I am at a conference in San Diego this week. I’m going to use my iPhone to record the sessions. There will a lot of people in the room, the PA system will be churning out music during breaks and will also have the presenters’ audio during sessions. I’ll be in the first 3 rows in front of the stage. Any suggestions on which of these mics I should use? I have a 2nd iPhone and may just record with both for testing. I’ll likely go with the cardioid mono setting in the Motiv app, and the flat profile. That should be equivalent to the Me-L and the Rode reporter app.
Curtis Judd Yes sir. That is what I meant to type. I’ve used the MV-88 with success in the past. What I think would be amazing is to use the Sennheiser Amber Headset! That video was killer!
Hi There. Am planning to do a podcast recording my voice on my iphone and whenever I test some, it always has these noise suppressions no matter where I go to be quiet especially with the earphones I have it stikk makes the noises. Been wondering if this item really get rid of the whole sound completely?
Hi Curtis, I posed a question in your other video about improving sound for my patients during a telemedicine video visit. I was checking out your video here and noticed your reference to sound blankets. Would that work for my scenario if I put it on the floor underneath where my chair and camera are? There is a rug behind me where the couch view is. still trying to see if we can get a rug in front of me where the dining room is. But just wondering if sound blankets might work and then could be folded away at the end of the day. What do you think?
Hello there. Thanks for the review video. Could you write down the apps that you've mentioned on this video? - Rode reporter ? is that correct? The camera app, the video app? I would like to try those apps on my iphone. Thank you :)
Hi Melda, that is correct - RODE Reporter is the audio recording app. The camera app I referred to is simply the camera app which comes with the iPhone so you already have that one. It also records video Best wishes! :)
@@curtisjudd Thank you for responding! :) I've heard you also mention the Video app, Filming Pro? (if I'm not mistaken). Is that app (or any other video-app) is better than using the built-in camera on iPhone? Maybe you have experiences using video apps. Thanks again. Much appreciated :)
@@Melsi555 filmic pro is the name of the more advanced camera app available at the app store. It is more complex and gives you more settings to adjust. Good if you want that level of control. But if you want simple to use, I'd just use the camera app which comes with the phone. Best wishes.
I got a lightning to lightning extension, anyway to mount to cold shoe or hot shoe cuz unless use a certain tripod with ball the mic gets in way when doing portrait mode sometimes but I got a tripod with cold/hot shoe. I guess I could film upside down but ughh. BTW get an open bottom case, if you look around they are out there, even for iPhone 13 pro, but still mic misses a bit now and then and a word is missing in my recording every now and then.
Yeah the balancing challenge with the Zhiyun ‑ Smooth 4 would be a deal breaker for me. I am currently getting a Lightning/USB interface which I will plug a small USB Sound adapter to plug a VideoMicro. Still haven't figured out best way to mount it to the Smooth 4 however. I saw a nice ring/hot shoe mount but it was like $80 and that's too pricey for me.
With the problems fitting the mic on when you are using a phone case...I wonder if you could file down the part of the case around the lightning port in order to make it fit. You would compromise your case slightly but if you would be using this mic often it would probably be worth it.
Thank you for putting this together. Have you compared this microphone to the motiv audio mic for iphone 8? My other question is have you found a way to successfully use an external microphone such as a zoom f1 with the iphone video and match then up in post production? I have experienced a lot of frustration with this because of the iphone filming at variable frame rates and when I try to match up sound from an external recorder, after about a minute the sound runs away/becomes unsynched. Any suggestions on this would be greatly appreciated.
Hi PatChat, I did a review of the MV88: th-cam.com/video/ZgTrdlvrn7s/w-d-xo.html For dialogue, I prefer the VideoMic Me-L. For Stereo effects recording, the MV88.
Oh, and yes, I have the same frustration trying to sync to phone footage so I feed the audio directly to the camera. No dual sound recording when I'm shooting with a phone. I just have NOT found a way to make that work reliably.
Curtis Judd This is so frustrating because I know the audio on my videos would be so much better especially because it would allow me to do videos with my gimble and phone while talking to multiple people for extended periods of time. Please let me know if you find any solutions and I will do the same.
Do think best lightning connection mic for iPhone or world choose another mic like the rode micro me, boya by mm1 mic etc which are cheaper do think get bette mic sound quality
on mini phones this microphone along with the windshield gets in the way of the camera because the headphone jack is right next to the camera. . Is there a shock mount for this microphone for this if I get a phone holder that has a cold shoe on it? Also my phone case would be way too hard to take apart and put on multiple times a day.
Hi, I don't believe they have made a dedicated shock mount for this microphone. You could potentially rig one up using one of the many Rycote or other shock mounts available on the market and use a lightning male to female extension cable? I've never tried it but in theory it should all work.
I have read about rf interference and it is cellular/data high rf frequencies. WiFi carries both cellular/data and another non data mode so turn off cellular and keep WiFi on. The problem is when there is no WiFi to livestream with and only cellular/data such as lte. I want to know if this interference is only with iPhones because my friend has this microphone and a Samsung phone and only live-streams with data and gets no rf interference. I have an iPhone and am waiting for rf chokes to arrive to put on my microphone cord to try and filter out the rf interference.
I recently go the Electro Voice Re20 and it doesn't seem to sound much better than my $70 mic when connected to Tascam dr60 mkii… does a higher quality preamp on a Zoom F8n make a huge difference in sound quality of a mic like the RE20? At $400 was somewhat disappointed in quality compared to my cheap microphone. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Hi Michael, that depends on the other mic. Inexpensive microphones can sound good. But yes, the preamp can make a difference as well. My experience is that dynamic mics require a lot of gain and it is usually only higher quality preamps that can do that well. That being said, I can’t say how much improvement you’ll find since there are several factors at play here and several unknowns.
So basically my cheap mic is an excellent mic at this point. However the RE20 is built like a tank so I know it won't break anytime soon for years to come unlike my last expensive mic. If I am correct part of the reason the $70 mic may sound just as good is because it is a condenser mic vs dynamic.
That can be a factor, but keep in mind that there are tradeoffs. Dynamic mics like the RE20 are much better at rejecting ambient sound and reflections off of walls in small rooms so there's a time and a place for each.
Yeah I understand that.... I bought the mic for a project because room is untreated and client needs me to do voice overs. However in the future I want a mic for clarity and quality when I have a studio space. I know you mention the SCX one mic in one of your videos is that going to be in another league of its own in terms of clarity and richness of audio compared to re20? Basically need help with picking my next mic upgrade for high demand clients that only want the best. Or how about the schoeps mic as well although that one is insanely more expensive is it much better than scx one?
Hi Michael, I’m not sure what the $70 mic is, so I can’t make a recommendation in relation to that, but the Audix is decent. I find that what sounds best on one voice may not be great on another voice. The Schoeps, for example, sounds great with many voices, but not those with a lot of sibilance. I’d probably try some mics first if you can. Or listen to as many samples if you cannot. Voiceover is often recorded with large diaphragm condenser microphones so that’s worth considering as well.
Dear Cruits Kindly may you suggest to me a gun mic with xlr port, and another gun mic for DSLR camera with reasonable price and easy to use, I will use them with my students who are studying drama course. Thanks in advance Regards Ahmed
Awesome! Thanks. Your videos helped me decide on a used Zoom H4 for my YT channel. I cant wait to start utilizing it to help bring better audio to my channel. Thanks! -Will
Hmm. Different for sure - one is more like a camera mic, the other a lavalier. The VideoMic Me-L is more convenient when you cannot take the time to wire someone up with a lavalier.
The first generation model recorded tinny sound especially men's low pitch was removed a lot compared with Rode video mic series. How about that? I didn't notice your voice changed a lot. Also, I didn't notice much better sound from this compared iphone used in the video. Is it only me?
Hi Summer2015, it depends on what you listened with. On my Focal monitors, I could hear a difference between the phone's mic and the VideoMic Me-L for sure. The phone sounded quite a bit tinnier and especially in the restaurant sample, you could barely hear my friend talking due to all the other noise on the phone mic. The biggest difference is the focus that this mic delivers over the phone mic, but it does capture a tiny bit more bass as well.
Curtis Judd, Maybe I am losing hearing of some frequency. At restaurant scene, I heard men's voice was difficult to hear, but I thought he was far away than previous shot because his shot was changed. If not, this mic makes a big difference. But about low pitches, with headphones I used to hear, I didn't notice much difference. Only I found iphone is quite good. So I am losing... pity. Now I can't comment about sound any more...
Hi, the second shot without the mic was the same distance, right after he sat down. A big factor is what headphones/speakers you listen with. It'd be really hard to hear any difference with earbuds or phone speakers. The difference is detectable for me with high quality headphones or on my reference monitors. I wouldn't assume it is your ears. :)
Curtis Judd, I used Sony MDR-V900 headphones, and I do not have reference monitors here. I'll try other videos covering Rode mic and see if I could hear difference. Thanks for your concern, Curtis.
@@curtisjudd HI thank you for your response, I removed the case and the static mic starts to make noise at around 25 seconds in, with headphones attached or without. I am wondering if it's a faulty Rode video mic L or something in my phone setting, the Rode reporter I downloaded is 1.1.3
I got one and it’s garbage. Returned and got another one but same issue. It will literally stop working for a 1 or 2 seconds and people will miss what I say. It literally gets muted. It’s so annoying. I am returning the second one. Great mic but garbage at the same time.
Counter weights might work. The problem is that the phone's horizontal axis center of gravity is moved beyond what the Smooth 4 was designed to handle when the mic is mounted on there. Adding weight to the other side might help.
Thanks Chris, I 'm thinking more of a double clamp to hold the mic and to attach to the Smooth4, with a short male/female lightning cable. That way we avoid the interference issues with the button on the iphone and the balance issue of the extra weight on the gimbal. Anyone know of a double clamp that would fit the diameter of the Smooth4 and the mic? I'm sure it's out there somewhere :))
Not sure about a clamp, but somebody else just recommended this counterweight: amzn.to/2wZtJjd Note that with a clamp, you will still need to move the phone out enough to get the lightning connector into the phone which means you'll still likely need a counterweight (unless you can find a right-angle lighting connector and maybe then it won't move the phone center of gravity out too much...) Good luck!
Curtis Judd Here's an example of what I found on Amazon! Looks like it might hold the Rode mic. EACHSHOT COMICA CVM-VM10-II Kit Cardioid Directional Condenser Video Microphone Mic With Adapter 4-Ring Mount for Zhiyun Smooth 4 (Includes Mic & Ring Mount)www.amazon.com/EACHSHOT-CVM-VM10-II-Kit-Directional-Microphone/dp/B07DGV23PH/ref=pd_sim_421_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07DGV23PH&pd_rd_r=e33ce364-b541-11e8-b369-ffe841fc31b4&pd_rd_w=Gducl&pd_rd_wg=rzlNr&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=149fcd10-1f37-464b-8228-8e84e217115c&pf_rd_r=2842DRVK728XVT559K50&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=2842DRVK728XVT559K50
The Shure MV88 is another good option. The combination of the Shure MOTIV app as well as the MV88 make that a better solution for me. However the Rode Videomic ME-L has a headphone jack to monitor what’s being recorded whereas the MV88 does not.
Hi Sandeep, I tried, but I had so many problems with the UWMIC9 system that I abandoned the review. I experienced a LOT of dropped signal, clicks, and pops.
Is that the only difference? Does the original ME have A/D & preamp (as I understand the ME-L has) or does the ME rely on the phone for this (and does it even matter?). When I listen to your examples using only the iPhone mic, it is impossible for me to hear if the difference is caused by the quality of the build in microphone or the iPhone signal processing.
A few notes: The original did NOT have an A/D converter, just fed analogue signal to the phone and the phone took care of the A/D conversion. This doesn't appear to make a big difference and no, I wouldn't consider this a major factor in audio quality results. What makes a bigger difference is the fact that both versions of the Me have cardioid polar patterns so are more directional than the iPhone mic. You can hear the difference on high quality headphones. If you listen back with phone speakers, you may not hear a difference.
Thank you for answering a question that we've been wrestling with in our comms team for ages - how to set the gain level when we're using the iPhone's native video settings. Previously we have had to use Filmic Pro to set mic gain but now I can use iPhone cinematic mode and take control of my audio too with our Rode Videomic Me and our Rode SmartLav+ mics!
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Great review as always, Curtis!
Thanks Linus! Hope all is going well for you!
@@curtisjudd I'm good, thanks! Living with a broken foot and making videos from a wheelchair. Quite a challenge but I accepted it! How you are all good.
Ack! Best wishes on a speedy recovery!
@@curtisjudd Thank you!
I’ve found the microphone useful in reducing background noise when having Zoom/Skype meeting in the COVID times
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As always you can expect from Mr. Judd, one of the best, objective and thorough reviews.
I was digging this mic and watching every review to find out, I know the lightning connector could potentially be a problem because I'm using a bulky UAG case.
Thanks Kai.
Ah, yes. It’s a good sounding mic, but that pesky lightning port and cases can make things tricky...
Curtis Judd Nowadays smartphone are built with slippery metal frame, giant glass panel on both sides, I don’t see most average users who make home videos (chasing kids and dogs?) are willing to risk their phone just for better audio quality. Rode could’ve addressed this by introducing an interchangeable lightning connector mechanism, offering one standard length connector and another longer one (2 mm is probably more than enough), let customers unscrew that red bracket and switch to a longer connector whenever they want. For a 79 bucks mini mic, unfortunately Rode didn’t make that happen. There’ll be a USB-C version in the future, as you can imagine, same problem will still be there for Android users, Rode need to improve their product design concept.
Interesting idea, thanks Kai!
It looks very close to the Videomicro, but the interference isn’t good news. For me, that was the dealbreaker with the Videomic Go, but that one has a plastic body. I always thought that the Videomicro was better in this respect due to the metal body but it doesn’t look like it from this video. Thanks Curtis.
Hi Ian, I don't want to overstate this, as it only happened in that one clip so it seems some other things are at play. The fact that I was able to livestream for 7 minutes with no RF interference was interesting. Most mics without heavy brass bodies will fall prey to RF interference at some point.
Really great review Curtis. I just got the Rode to record singing/acoustic guitar. I will be testing sound via iPhone camera video, through the Rode app, and through Garage Band.
Good luck!
Nice video with good samples👍. Once again great work. Thanks
Thanks Nurul! 👍🎤
Hi Curtis, thanks for this very accurate review, perhaps the most accurate on TH-cam concerns the microphone in question. I have a specific question though. I record videos in disco and night clubs, do you think this microphone could handle loud music, with powerful bass and ringing highs? Unfortunately the camera audio sucks and I can't attach a microphone anymore big and serious because I already have the flash on the hot shoe and I have nowhere else to mount it. Consequently this would be my only option. I need and answer 😅😂. Anyway, thank you!
Good question. Sadly, no, the max SPL this microphone can handle is 115dB SPL which is not loud enough for very loud concerts, unfortunately. (but please be sure to wear ear protection while at those concerts so you don't lose your hearing).
Another informative video Curtis, very well presented as always! I can say we’ve used both this Rode as well as the Comica version on both iPhones and dslrs and the Comica sounds even smoother and saves you some money! Coming from a professional music production/ engineering background I’ve found that Rodes across the board have a more boomy mid range (sometimes desired) compared to many of its competitors. Just my 5 cents!
Thanks for the info!
Great review! That was incredibly thorough. You're a great teacher.
Thanks Alex!
Thanks for your reviews!!💪🏻💪🏻
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great detailed video, gave me a great idea of what to expect from the mic
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Thanks for the video man. I was going to ask if you were related to Cary Judd, but as soon as this video started, I got my answer :) I'm from Thousand Oaks as well.
Thanks and hello to a friend of
Cary’s!
Pretty impressed by the audio for the kind of mic it is.
I agree!
Thank you. This would be my 4 th rode. The one for the camera is worthless the two lab mics both broke under 3 months of use. I need something for the iPhone so I’ll try this but that will be my last try with Rode . Thanks for a thorough review.
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С каким усилением микрофона вы снимали га улице и в комнате? Мне кажется, что в помещении достаточно 50%
Hi there thank you so much for this honest review! I am looking to use for recording for my podcast and video recording for my podcast as well. Based on your review it sounds like this would work well in both situations I described without having to buy the rode podcaster, boom arm and shock mount. Are my assumptions correct? (I have an iPhone SE) Thanks in advance for your response!
You'll just need to keep it as close as reasonably possible. It won't sound exactly like a dynamic microphone like the PodMic, but if you're close, it'll sound pretty good.
I’m debating between this and this VideoMicro. I like the compactness that the me-l offers, not needing any special rig to attach it to the camera, as well as the real-time audio monitoring, though the obvious downside is that it will only work with devices that have a lightning port. Hmm...
If you have an iPhone and you felt that the audio quality was ok, I'd opt for this. Convenience plays a bigger part that most of us are willing to admit when it comes to actually recording content while away from home or studio.
Hey Curtis, Great Channel for all things light & sound. Just wondering if you can, or know of a channel that can actually explain the settings (Effects) in the Rode Rec App. There's one particular that gives a VERY brief explanation, but nothing very detailed. You're the first the I have seen give a concise explanation on the HighPass Filter which I think will definitely help me out recording using the iPhoneX, Mic Me-L & a GoPro Hero 4. Thanks for that!!
Hi Drew, I generally avoid using the effects in RODERec and prefer to apply effects in post where I can back out of them if they don't improve the audio - that is to say, in post editing, you can work non-destructively.
That being said, RODERec has the following effects:
- Remove DC - this centers the audio waveform around the minus infinity center line. Not sure why they put this in here as you generally should not get much DC offset with the RODE microphones.
- Dynamics - This allows you to compress the highest amplitude peaks and reduce the sound in between phrases. The general goal with this is to make the overall recording louder in most cases.
- EQ - Allows you to boost or cut different frequencies. The High Pass is useful for reducing low frequency rumble or mild wind when it hits the microphone capsule. Band Cut/Boost allows you to choose a frequency you want to cut or boost. Often I find that a mild cut at around 900 Hz can mellow out harsh sounding dialogue recordings. The Low Pass is useful for cutting high frequency sound you do not want.
I hope that helps a bit. Good luck!
Curtis Judd Thank You so much. Very Helpful! I have played with the settings, getting the results I have wanted however not fully understanding why.
Incredible review (of course, you are the best) and timely for my upcoming gear purchase. Quick questions:
1. Is the smooth 4 balance issue with the windscreen only or any time the mic is attached (as is it toast after the minute mark either way like you reference)?
2. Is there a extender cable extender, or a wireless nub for the lightening jack, that can extend the mic’s distance from the phone? (I’m not sure if this was what gary stockton in the comments section was talking about)???
3. Have you done a comparison video of several micro iPhone mics and is this your top recommendation in that category?
4. I am traveling to extreme temps (cold and then hot / humid) - any thoughts on this mic’s vs other durability?
Hi Bruce: 1) it did not seem to make a difference, the Smooth 4 wouldn’t hold the iPhone 7+ and the mic either way. 2) I believe that is what Gary referred to. I have not tested this myself. 3) I reviewed the Shure MV88 separately. Of the two, I prefer the VideoMic me-L for the types of things I usually shoot. The MV88 is better for recording stereo sound effects. 4) I did not have an opportunity to test this in extreme weather so not sure how it will hold up in the extremes. It is a consumer level device.
Cheers for excellent review. Have ordered this mic. A question though on the wind shield. To my ear the shield did a good job, given the very handy inclusion of the tree in the background to get and idea of strength of wind. Loud wind rumble gone, as far as I could tell, and the amount of wind noise seems to have matched what you would hear normally. Do you think I'm being too forgiving or do you agree some wind noise makes the vid sound more natural?
I agree, you still want it to sound like you were actually in that location, you just don't want the distortion of the wind blowing on the microphone capsule. This strikes that balance nicely.
Awesome review as always, Curtis! By the way, can you please recommend some cheap or middle priced lavalier mic for iPhone (for lightning connection)? I was using GORA mics that you did recommend several years ago, and they was awesome. But two of four of them are dead (which is okat, given time and the amount of recording) and now we are moving to post-mini-jack era, so...
Hi Mikhail, Thanks! I wish I could recommend some but the only lavalier with a lightning connector I have used and like was the Sennheiser MKE2 Digital and unfortunately, that is quite expensive. They also make a Clip Mic digital which is around $200 USD and doesn't sound good on voices with a lot of sibilance: bhpho.to/2yOdLr4
Aputure has their A.Lyra mic but I didn't have good luck with it. Your mileage may vary: amzn.to/2CGDRDo
Sorry I couldn't help more. There's definitely room for new products in this space.
Well, thanks! Aputure A.Lyra looks nice by the way. I'll look into it.
I hope it works well for you. It didn't work for me, literally.
I do a lot of filming at car events? if a car is about 20 meters away will this be better if I want to capture more engine noise or the same as the standard mic?
It’ll focus its pickup at the car so it’ll have more engine sound and less ambient noise.
Should i take this for podcast personally or you have any recomendation? Thank you
If recording to phone it is ok, yes
I have the same phone case!!! Well, I’m in Denver and vlogging with my iPhone X with no external mic because I forgot my lightening to 3.5mm. So this whole trip, I have a useless Rode Mic Micro in my gear backpack that can’t be connected. I have shamed myself since I last met you at NAB. 😭😭😭😭😭
My apologies Sound Sensei!!! *bows head*
Hi Heng! No need to apologize to me. The agony you experienced through the week is your personal penance. I am willing to bet you will never forget again. 👍🎤
Thank very much for your informative video review, I very much enjoyed and got an great view on this device. Does this device record in stereo or half stereo/half mono? Thank you!
Hi Serif, this records mono.
Curtis Judd Ok, thank you
Great video as always! I was wondering if you could please review Sennheiser AMBEO. I listened to some audio recordings from Ambeo; it sounds great - almost too good to be true. Cheers!
Yes! th-cam.com/video/_oxxR_pGs_0/w-d-xo.html
@@curtisjudd Thank you, you're the greatest audio vlogger.
Forgot to mention the Audio Out for monitoring on the back of the mic, you can connect a pair of headphones and listen to the what it's recording in real time. Other than that, nice review!
Good point, thanks!
@@curtisjudd No problem! I just know that from seeing too many reviews heheh but your was the best, a lot of important details that no other reviewer had and plenty of samples, keep up the great work!
Would VideoMic Me-L work for filming indoor interview of two people from distance 2-3 meters?
Yes, but it will sound like you’re 2-3 meters away.
Hey Curtis, how are you doing?
Did you already hear about having troubles of audio and video sync when using VideoMic Me-L with both iPhone X and 11 Pro? Since myself had other problems with apple products due to variable fps while recording video, I really don't think it is a VideoMic issue, but could you confirm if already noticed something like that? Plus, using a software called "Handbrake" I converted the original video to another with constant fps and solved the problem. How did you configure your iPhone?
Hi Airton, I don't have this any longer, but when I used it in prep for this review, I mainly used the default camera app and I believe this is back when I was on an iPhone 7. I'm sorry that I don't have more information.
I had one since it came out. Never had any interference. Wonder if you were just unlucky or perhaps the connector was a tiny bit dirty? Don't know (of course). I've been very happy with my sample.
Thanks, good to hear that you haven’t experienced interference. It was rare in my tests. I don’t think it is related to dirt as my phone and the mic are both clean. Other than that one clip, no issues with RF interference and overall the mic sounds really good.
I use a DJI OSMO 4 gimble with an iPhone 12 afraid direct mount will restrict movement. Do you know an adapter for RØDE VideoMic Me-L. I am searching for 30+ hours and Thanks
Hi Mandeep, I'm sorry, I don't.
Thank you for a good review. One question; which app for recording do you recommend?
I've been using the in-built camera app.
Dose it work with Just the regular iPhone stock camera app? I don’t need a 3rd party app, right?
Correct
Another great review Curtis. I have a question for you. I am at a conference in San Diego this week. I’m going to use my iPhone to record the sessions. There will a lot of people in the room, the PA system will be churning out music during breaks and will also have the presenters’ audio during sessions.
I’ll be in the first 3 rows in front of the stage.
Any suggestions on which of these mics I should use?
I have a 2nd iPhone and may just record with both for testing.
I’ll likely go with the cardioid mono setting in the Motiv app, and the flat profile. That should be equivalent to the Me-L and the Rode reporter app.
The Shure Motiv MV-88 - is that what you're referring to? Could be a fine choice and I would set it as you described as well.
Curtis Judd Yes sir. That is what I meant to type. I’ve used the MV-88 with success in the past. What I think would be amazing is to use the Sennheiser Amber Headset! That video was killer!
thanks for this movie. can you tell me if i will feel the difference between my videomicro and adapter vs videomic me L?
I would bet they are pretty much the same.
In your tests, were you using the front facing or rear camera/mic? Also when filming with the camera mic was the case on or off? Thanks.
Hi OrigMedia, I used the front camera for most of the shots and this was with the case on.
Hi There. Am planning to do a podcast recording my voice on my iphone and whenever I test some, it always has these noise suppressions no matter where I go to be quiet especially with the earphones I have it stikk
makes the noises. Been wondering if this item really get rid of the whole sound completely?
Not sure I follow, would need to hear a sample of the issue.
Hi Curtis, I posed a question in your other video about improving sound for my patients during a telemedicine video visit. I was checking out your video here and noticed your reference to sound blankets. Would that work for my scenario if I put it on the floor underneath where my chair and camera are? There is a rug behind me where the couch view is. still trying to see if we can get a rug in front of me where the dining room is. But just wondering if sound blankets might work and then could be folded away at the end of the day. What do you think?
Hi Thuc, absolutely yes! Sound blankets can do miracles in terms of cleaning up a messy acoustic space with hard floors and walls and desks, etc.
Curtis Judd thank you again !
Thanks for the review! I use the MV88 which I find lacks a little in reach. Do you have an opinion if the ME-L is better in this regard?
The Me-L seems slightly more directional, but not by a lot.
Hello there. Thanks for the review video.
Could you write down the apps that you've mentioned on this video?
- Rode reporter ? is that correct?
The camera app, the video app? I would like to try those apps on my iphone. Thank you :)
Hi Melda, that is correct - RODE Reporter is the audio recording app. The camera app I referred to is simply the camera app which comes with the iPhone so you already have that one. It also records video Best wishes! :)
@@curtisjudd Thank you for responding! :)
I've heard you also mention the Video app, Filming Pro? (if I'm not mistaken). Is that app (or any other video-app) is better than using the built-in camera on iPhone? Maybe you have experiences using video apps. Thanks again. Much appreciated :)
@@Melsi555 filmic pro is the name of the more advanced camera app available at the app store. It is more complex and gives you more settings to adjust. Good if you want that level of control. But if you want simple to use, I'd just use the camera app which comes with the phone. Best wishes.
What is the range for that mic? Meters?
Could it b used for recording yoga?
Realistically I’d say about 1 meter. Most of the high quality yoga videos use a wireless lavalier mic.
I got a lightning to lightning extension, anyway to mount to cold shoe or hot shoe cuz unless use a certain tripod with ball the mic gets in way when doing portrait mode sometimes but I got a tripod with cold/hot shoe. I guess I could film upside down but ughh. BTW get an open bottom case, if you look around they are out there, even for iPhone 13 pro, but still mic misses a bit now and then and a word is missing in my recording every now and then.
Hmm, that's strange.
Yeah the balancing challenge with the Zhiyun ‑ Smooth 4 would be a deal breaker for me. I am currently getting a Lightning/USB interface which I will plug a small USB Sound adapter to plug a VideoMicro. Still haven't figured out best way to mount it to the Smooth 4 however. I saw a nice ring/hot shoe mount but it was like $80 and that's too pricey for me.
Sounds like a cool setup once you get the mount sorted. Please let us know how it goes!
Will do, I found the ring mount for a little less today, so, should have it rigged up soon and I will send you a video on Twitter.
Please post your twitter link here too. I am interested in your Rig, I was thinking of the same set up. Thanks
This review is awesome
Thanks to inform about this mic of rode
Please review of this gimbal you are using on iPhone
Thanks tarun. We reviewed the gimbal here: th-cam.com/video/xMyJj21d5o4/w-d-xo.html
Thanks sir
You are really a true teacher of sound management
& production
Thanks tarun
With the problems fitting the mic on when you are using a phone case...I wonder if you could file down the part of the case around the lightning port in order to make it fit. You would compromise your case slightly but if you would be using this mic often it would probably be worth it.
Good idea!
How do you think this microphone stacks up to the Shure MV88 & do you think the Rode is good for having two people on camera?
The MV88 is more versatile, but this is a simpler, easier approach. It should work for 2 people if you're at arm's length from the phone.
Thank you for putting this together. Have you compared this microphone to the motiv audio mic for iphone 8?
My other question is have you found a way to successfully use an external microphone such as a zoom f1 with the iphone video and match then up in post production? I have experienced a lot of frustration with this because of the iphone filming at variable frame rates and when I try to match up sound from an external recorder, after about a minute the sound runs away/becomes unsynched. Any suggestions on this would be greatly appreciated.
Hi PatChat, I did a review of the MV88: th-cam.com/video/ZgTrdlvrn7s/w-d-xo.html
For dialogue, I prefer the VideoMic Me-L. For Stereo effects recording, the MV88.
Oh, and yes, I have the same frustration trying to sync to phone footage so I feed the audio directly to the camera. No dual sound recording when I'm shooting with a phone. I just have NOT found a way to make that work reliably.
Curtis Judd Thank you very much for your response, I appreciate this information.
Curtis Judd This is so frustrating because I know the audio on my videos would be so much better especially because it would allow me to do videos with my gimble and phone while talking to multiple people for extended periods of time. Please let me know if you find any solutions and I will do the same.
Will do. I'm not full of hope that consumer phones will make the necessary changes, but one can hold on to the tiniest shred of hope. 😀
Do think best lightning connection mic for iPhone or world choose another mic like the rode micro me, boya by mm1 mic etc which are cheaper do think get bette mic sound quality
Haven’t used the Boya so not sure how it compares. Usually there are some quality sacrifices on budget brands.
For the price range do you think best mic and size would you recommend other mics
Yes, this is great for the price. This is my first choice with lavalier mics as a second choice but it depends on how/what you shoot
Great and informative work as always thanks.
Thanks Can!
on mini phones this microphone along with the windshield gets in the way of the camera because the headphone jack is right next to the camera. . Is there a shock mount for this microphone for this if I get a phone holder that has a cold shoe on it? Also my phone case would be way too hard to take apart and put on multiple times a day.
Hi, I don't believe they have made a dedicated shock mount for this microphone. You could potentially rig one up using one of the many Rycote or other shock mounts available on the market and use a lightning male to female extension cable? I've never tried it but in theory it should all work.
Which is better...? VideoMic Me-L or Shure MV88?
For recording voice or ambience/sound effects? The VM Me is probably better for voice.
Thanks buddy
Can you use it facing both forwards (main camera) and back (selfie camera)?
Yes, just pull it out and flip it around.
Is the mic me L an entry level pro mic? Also could you possible do a live stream with it?
Hi, it’s well built and should hold up and sounds quite good (not sure whether it is technically pro level. It is made for consumer phones).
I have read about rf interference and it is cellular/data high rf frequencies. WiFi carries both cellular/data and another non data mode so turn off cellular and keep WiFi on.
The problem is when there is no WiFi to livestream with and only cellular/data such as lte.
I want to know if this interference is only with iPhones because my friend has this microphone and a Samsung phone and only live-streams with data and gets no rf interference.
I have an iPhone and am waiting for rf chokes to arrive to put on my microphone cord to try and filter out the rf interference.
Great question - anyone out there know? (I don't know)
I recently go the Electro Voice Re20 and it doesn't seem to sound much better than my $70 mic when connected to Tascam dr60 mkii… does a higher quality preamp on a Zoom F8n make a huge difference in sound quality of a mic like the RE20? At $400 was somewhat disappointed in quality compared to my cheap microphone. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Hi Michael, that depends on the other mic. Inexpensive microphones can sound good.
But yes, the preamp can make a difference as well. My experience is that dynamic mics require a lot of gain and it is usually only higher quality preamps that can do that well.
That being said, I can’t say how much improvement you’ll find since there are several factors at play here and several unknowns.
So basically my cheap mic is an excellent mic at this point. However the RE20 is built like a tank so I know it won't break anytime soon for years to come unlike my last expensive mic. If I am correct part of the reason the $70 mic may sound just as good is because it is a condenser mic vs dynamic.
That can be a factor, but keep in mind that there are tradeoffs. Dynamic mics like the RE20 are much better at rejecting ambient sound and reflections off of walls in small rooms so there's a time and a place for each.
Yeah I understand that.... I bought the mic for a project because room is untreated and client needs me to do voice overs. However in the future I want a mic for clarity and quality when I have a studio space. I know you mention the SCX one mic in one of your videos is that going to be in another league of its own in terms of clarity and richness of audio compared to re20? Basically need help with picking my next mic upgrade for high demand clients that only want the best. Or how about the schoeps mic as well although that one is insanely more expensive is it much better than scx one?
Hi Michael, I’m not sure what the $70 mic is, so I can’t make a recommendation in relation to that, but the Audix is decent. I find that what sounds best on one voice may not be great on another voice. The Schoeps, for example, sounds great with many voices, but not those with a lot of sibilance. I’d probably try some mics first if you can. Or listen to as many samples if you cannot. Voiceover is often recorded with large diaphragm condenser microphones so that’s worth considering as well.
Dear Cruits
Kindly may you suggest to me a gun mic with xlr port, and another gun mic for DSLR camera with reasonable price and easy to use, I will use them with my students who are studying drama course.
Thanks in advance
Regards
Ahmed
Hi Ahmed,
XLR based shotgun microphone: th-cam.com/video/x4tPO0G8b2Y/w-d-xo.html
Shotgun mic for DSLR: th-cam.com/video/gcMVSzVt-LI/w-d-xo.html
any way to plug the microphone in and the power cord at the same time? like some kind of adapter for this?
I think there may be some 3rd party Lightning extension cables on Amazon.
Awesome! Thanks. Your videos helped me decide on a used Zoom H4 for my YT channel. I cant wait to start utilizing it to help bring better audio to my channel. Thanks! -Will
Thanks will and happy recording!
Would this mic be helpful to pick up sound 6 feet away while recording a yoga video?
It will be slightly better than the phone mic, but will still sound 6 feet away.
How does this compare to the Shure MV88?
It is less configurable - the MV88’s polar pattern can be changed and it can record stereo as I recall: th-cam.com/video/ZgTrdlvrn7s/w-d-xo.html
Can we just appreciate the quality of the in-built mic of the iPhone? 🔥
Pretty good in the right situations. In the restaurant sample, definitely prefer the VMML
Is this mic better than the aputure alav?
Hmm. Different for sure - one is more like a camera mic, the other a lavalier. The VideoMic Me-L is more convenient when you cannot take the time to wire someone up with a lavalier.
Do you know any gimbles that would be able to hold the weight of this mic with the windscreen on a iphone 8+
None of the gimbals I've tried can support that much weight, unfortunately.
whats the difference to the videomic me and the L
The original has a 3.5mm plug, the L has a lightning connector.
The first generation model recorded tinny sound especially men's low pitch was removed a lot compared with Rode video mic series. How about that? I didn't notice your voice changed a lot.
Also, I didn't notice much better sound from this compared iphone used in the video. Is it only me?
Hi Summer2015, it depends on what you listened with. On my Focal monitors, I could hear a difference between the phone's mic and the VideoMic Me-L for sure. The phone sounded quite a bit tinnier and especially in the restaurant sample, you could barely hear my friend talking due to all the other noise on the phone mic. The biggest difference is the focus that this mic delivers over the phone mic, but it does capture a tiny bit more bass as well.
Curtis Judd, Maybe I am losing hearing of some frequency. At restaurant scene, I heard men's voice was difficult to hear, but I thought he was far away than previous shot because his shot was changed. If not, this mic makes a big difference. But about low pitches, with headphones I used to hear, I didn't notice much difference. Only I found iphone is quite good. So I am losing... pity. Now I can't comment about sound any more...
Hi, the second shot without the mic was the same distance, right after he sat down. A big factor is what headphones/speakers you listen with. It'd be really hard to hear any difference with earbuds or phone speakers. The difference is detectable for me with high quality headphones or on my reference monitors. I wouldn't assume it is your ears. :)
Curtis Judd, I used Sony MDR-V900 headphones, and I do not have reference monitors here. I'll try other videos covering Rode mic and see if I could hear difference. Thanks for your concern, Curtis.
Is there anyway to get rid of the static noise using Video Mic me L with iphone 11 pro. Recording videos using phone. HELP😭😭😭
Depends on what's causing it. First thing to try if you haven't already, remove any phone cases and see if that eliminates the static.
@@curtisjudd HI thank you for your response, I removed the case and the static mic starts to make noise at around 25 seconds in, with headphones attached or without. I am wondering if it's a faulty Rode video mic L or something in my phone setting, the Rode reporter I downloaded is 1.1.3
@@AwkMind I don't think it is a phone setting. It might be an issue with the lightning connector. Probably best to contact RODE support. Best wishes!
I got one and it’s garbage. Returned and got another one but same issue. It will literally stop working for a 1 or 2 seconds and people will miss what I say. It literally gets muted. It’s so annoying. I am returning the second one. Great mic but garbage at the same time.
That was with a phone case or without? I had to take the case off of my phone for a reliable connection.
@@curtisjudd i tried with both, and it was the same sadly
Could anyone let me know a type of iPhone 8 case that is compatible with this mic? Thanks
The Apple branded cases where the lightning port and most of the bottom of the phone is unobstructed work.
Thanks! Great content by the way, keep it coming!
If we can figure out how to do a nice install of the mic on the Smooth 4 & iPhone we should be good! Anyone have a fix?
Counter weights might work. The problem is that the phone's horizontal axis center of gravity is moved beyond what the Smooth 4 was designed to handle when the mic is mounted on there. Adding weight to the other side might help.
Thanks Chris, I 'm thinking more of a double clamp to hold the mic and to attach to the Smooth4, with a short male/female lightning cable. That way we avoid the interference issues with the button on the iphone and the balance issue of the extra weight on the gimbal. Anyone know of a double clamp that would fit the diameter of the Smooth4 and the mic? I'm sure it's out there somewhere :))
Not sure about a clamp, but somebody else just recommended this counterweight: amzn.to/2wZtJjd
Note that with a clamp, you will still need to move the phone out enough to get the lightning connector into the phone which means you'll still likely need a counterweight (unless you can find a right-angle lighting connector and maybe then it won't move the phone center of gravity out too much...)
Good luck!
Curtis Judd Here's an example of what I found on Amazon! Looks like it might hold the Rode mic.
EACHSHOT COMICA CVM-VM10-II Kit Cardioid Directional Condenser Video Microphone Mic With Adapter 4-Ring Mount for Zhiyun Smooth 4 (Includes Mic & Ring Mount)www.amazon.com/EACHSHOT-CVM-VM10-II-Kit-Directional-Microphone/dp/B07DGV23PH/ref=pd_sim_421_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07DGV23PH&pd_rd_r=e33ce364-b541-11e8-b369-ffe841fc31b4&pd_rd_w=Gducl&pd_rd_wg=rzlNr&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=149fcd10-1f37-464b-8228-8e84e217115c&pf_rd_r=2842DRVK728XVT559K50&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=2842DRVK728XVT559K50
Cool! Could be a nice solution. It's a little pricey for what it is, but if you need to stay light, seems like its worth a shot.
What other mics that small mic good for live streaming
Lavalier mics can work if you prefer those? I’d prefer this VideoMic me.
The Shure MV88 is another good option. The combination of the Shure MOTIV app as well as the MV88 make that a better solution for me. However the Rode Videomic ME-L has a headphone jack to monitor what’s being recorded whereas the MV88 does not.
Hi Curtis, Could you pls do a video review of Saramonic UWMIC9 TX9+TX9+RX9 96-Ch Digital UHF Wireless Lavaliere Microphone System
Hi Sandeep, I tried, but I had so many problems with the UWMIC9 system that I abandoned the review. I experienced a LOT of dropped signal, clicks, and pops.
@@curtisjudd Thats unfortunate. Could you pls recommend a wireless system of this kind that I could use for an independent feature film shoot. Thanks
You might consider two RODELink kits plus an audio adapter which will allow you to mix the two receivers to a single 3.5mm output.
Thanks a lot - will go ahead with that. Suggestion for an affordable adapter of that kind will be appreciated.
The Saramonic SR-PAX2 is good: amzn.to/2MVuakr
Thanks, Chris! Have you had any experience with the Rode SC6-L Mobile Interview Kit for iOS?
Hi Michael, not yet, but hoping to soon!
hi does it work with iPhone X plus?
Yes
What are the differences between the VideoMic Me L and the older VideoMic Me?
3.5mm TRRS connector on the original, lighting connector on the Me-L.
Ah! Thanks.
Is that the only difference? Does the original ME have A/D & preamp (as I understand the ME-L has) or does the ME rely on the phone for this (and does it even matter?). When I listen to your examples using only the iPhone mic, it is impossible for me to hear if the difference is caused by the quality of the build in microphone or the iPhone signal processing.
A/D & preamp - Hvor har du det fra? Jeg ser ikke noget på Rødes hjemmeside.
A few notes: The original did NOT have an A/D converter, just fed analogue signal to the phone and the phone took care of the A/D conversion. This doesn't appear to make a big difference and no, I wouldn't consider this a major factor in audio quality results. What makes a bigger difference is the fact that both versions of the Me have cardioid polar patterns so are more directional than the iPhone mic. You can hear the difference on high quality headphones. If you listen back with phone speakers, you may not hear a difference.
u didnt do with and without sound
I don't understand. We did several tests with the Me-L and without.
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Can you compare them with Boya By-dm100 and Rode VideMicro www.boya-mic.com/wap/stereomicrophonesystem/1085.html on Xiaomi Yi 4k Plus
Cheap vlogging setup with 4k and stabilization that is not heavy and mostly weather proven.
Sounds like you are the perfect person to do that review! I'm not much of a vlogger so I'm probably not the best person.
Gave it a like for content, but I won't buy this mike. I rather get the MOVO, and just for scratch. I rather sync in post.
Thanks Johnny.
I hear no difference
I'm sorry.