Okay, DO NOT use a Rode VXLR for this. I'm pretty sure he's dumping 48 Volts directly into the lavalier. This would probably fry more sensitive lav mics. You need to get the Rode VLXR+. The PLUS on the end means it converts 48 Volt phantom power to 3-5 Volt plug in power. Movo has a similar, less expensive adapter, which is pretty good, but it doesn't work with TS 3.5mm (mono) lavaliers. (VXLR doesn't do mono plugs either, by the way.) VXLR+ is the best all-around adapter for this kinda thing.
@@brkylmz Since I posted my last comment, Rode has released the VXLR Pro, which has the advantage of producing a balanced output, which allows you to put it on the end of a long XLR cable without having to worry about noise. However, this kind of adapter will be overkill compared to a VXLR+ in most situations. Also, if you’re recording from a wireless receiver and don’t need plug-in power, the cheaper VXLR may actually be the superior choice. Just remember to turn the phantom power off first!
My XLR adapters just came in today, so I was able to put everything together, and then of course it didn't work with the stock settings, then I remembered that I had seen this video a few days ago and it came back here and followed your steps, and got everything working perfectly! Thank you!
Just received my Purple Panda Lav Mike from Amazon. Attempted to use it plugged in to the jack on the X-Y module, but it didn’t work. Went into the Plugin Power setting, turned it on as you show, and now it works like a charm. Thanks for the help!
Thanks so much! I couldn’t figure it out on my own and couldn’t get my Rode lapel to work. So, I took a break in order to watch TH-cam to figure it out. It resolved my issue. I liked the video, commented, and subscribed to show my appreciation.
I don't believe you have to use any phantom power at all for the mic to work, it only needs a very little output of volts - even 12v can damage your mic - there should be enough power without phantom , or setting it to the plug in power if that's possible via xlr
I just did this and I did have to follow all of that for mine to work at all. This was for the inputs on the body with an XLR adapter, I don't think I had to do this for the plug-in on the side of the capsule.
Thank you so much! I bought 2 mics and they were not working on the 1,2,3,4 slots. I went to the zoom 6 video and they didn't mention anything about the phantom button. I hit it and now they both work just fine. Great job!
Another TH-camr had mentioned specifically that it was a TRRS input on that XY mic module, and then I noticed that it look like a TRS connector that you were plugging in from your lapel mic. Can either be plugged in? Or do you need an adapter if you have one or the other? The manual for this thing isn't very clear when it comes to that.
This is the best video ever. Thanks for your explenation. We were desperate because we could not find any hint to how to get the microphones working. Here we could find the answer at minute 5: give them power by scrolling through the menu! Thanks a lot.
doesn't it burn the lav mics if we use the phantom power at any given volts on zoom h6 as the lav mics comes with only 4 or 5 volts? and also can we use rode wireless film kit or wireless go with zoom h6? Thanks for informative video
I wouldn't like to find that out...to be fair, this level of audio recorder should only or mainly be used with XLR or 1/4 inch mics, not really for 3.5 lav mics...unless I am horribly mistaken..
@@HealMyTech1 HealMyTech Yes, it damages the lav mics just double checked with Curtis judd . I found a way to use these lav mics with h6 phantom power xlr inputs by using rode vxlr+ to xlr power converter adaptor . What it does is, it transforms 12- 48 volts phantom power to 3-5 volts which is required for lav mics with 3.5 mm input.( Doesn't damage the lav mics in this scenario) P.s- Got this info after hours of researching and thought it would be great to share it with you.
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Hi, I tried but it's still not working. Any idea why? thanks
Olá, tenho uma dúvida. Quando conecto meu lapela Boya By-M1 com plug P2 na entrada P2 do microfone XY da zoom H6 com a função Plugin Power habilitada ele funciona normalmente. Porém ao utilizar o mesmo mic em qualquer uma das 4 entradas XLR utilizando um adaptador P2/P10 ele reduz o sinal do mic em 80%, fica bem baixinho. Até mudei o plug P2/P10 por outro, habilitei função phantom, liguei a função Plugin Power achando que pudesse ser o problema mais não resolveu. Consegue me ajudar? Acabei de comprar a Zoom H6, tenho 4 mic Boya desse modelo e preciso utilizá-los.
This vid was really helpful thanks! I just had one issue and I know you don’t have the Zoom H6 anymore but was wondering if you or anyone can shed light on this. When I plugged in my lav I could only hear the left side and not sure why. I’m afraid I might’ve fried it somehow. Also I mistakenly bought a TRRS version of this. But thankfully it came with a TRS adapter. Idk if this may be the issue or I did something with the setting. Also I bought a 1/4 male to 1/8 female adapter and thought this would work as well. But so far it doesn’t. Something worth returning? Please help and thanks again! I’m a newbie.
Carroll, there are different versions for this mic, check this link th-cam.com/video/RBxOLnVxg3A/w-d-xo.html you most likely have the TS version, you need the TRS or Sennheiser version to not get that bad surprise... Either way, in this video, he explains how to correct it Cheers
Hi i tried plugin in my lapier mic at the top jack and did the setting like u mention but it still doesn't work. Is it because i have a dual headed lav mic?
Hey man, I don't comment often on video's but this just was just so helpful. It seems like such a redundant thing, but clearly it wasn't. Thanks for this video!
if I record with 3 external microphones for example, is it possible to get 3 recording tracks to afterwards edit/eq the tracks in protools? Or will it then be recorded as a mix in one track?
hey! a little question please,,,can I connect my iPhone with the lineal out from zoom H6 across the rc4 adapter cable bye rode (trs to trss). I want to pick up some calls in my podctast using the H6 live and record it
Great explanation, Can you please tell me connect to connect ZoomH1n and Boya BY M1 lav mic to my smartphone so that I can record Audio and Video in together.
I have 3.5 to xlr adapters and I can't get any of my 3.5mm mics (rode or any other brand) to work on any channel OR EVEN the auxillary channel of my zoom podtrak p4, yet hooking in my phone or any other audio device in any channel works...
When using a 3.5mm microphone with a rode vxlr xlr adapter, is it possible to record normally from phantom power at zoom h6? Does it work at the same level of quality as the microphone capsule?
do you happen to know if this would work with an iPhone. Like if I plugged in my iPhone via 3.5 mm cord. would I be able to play music/audio from my iPhone into the zoom and have it record?
Unfortunately mine isn't working gargh! Walked through the steps but tested both my rode lav and a boya lav and its not having it 😞 any other tips or tricks?
I have a question about connecting a Lavalier in the XLR port. What if you have 2x Dynamic microphones connected through the XLR that are using 48 V and you want to connect 2x lavalier microphones to the other 2 inputs through XLR? From what I can see you can't change the voltage per XLR port. So from what I understand it is either one or the other is that correct?
Unfortunately I do not have that Zoom H6 anymore to check for you, sorry...but its a great question...I have a friend who has this so I will check if possible and get back to you...
Thanks buddy! This was exactly what I was trying to do - have a blended signal of 2 Mics (stereo capsule and a Lav), but couldn’t get it to work. Tried 2 lavs and couldn’t work. So just had the capsule - which did pick up a lot of ambient birds and noise. Def will try your method!
Jazakallahu khairan brother.. just wondering, is it possible to use 3.5mm to 6.5mm converter and plug the mic on any of the 4 TRS/XLR input? I've tried it, but it did not work..
@@keithedwinsmith9416 not really sure, yet i suppose if the 24v phantom power went through the converter, the mic would be burnt.. I ended up buying rode VXLR+ for this purpose.. ^^
of course great for flim making, a lot of pros use it (i'm not a pro). In terms of 3 lavs setup, would they be 3.5mm? I believe its not really a pro practive to use 3.5mm for flims, they would be using lav but with xlr connection, otherwise boom mics etc...
Sorry but I haven't' tested others, there is not much complicated tech inside them, only an adaptor, not even a convertor, so they should work, only difference might be longevity due to quality difference...in theory
I do not have the H4n PRO so i don't know if there are issues with compatibility there. As for the BOYA BY M1, have you followed the tutorial to the letter and have you tested the Boya independently? The BOYA takes batteries, have you checked the batteries?
LOL...had to watch the vid again to know what you mean, I get it...I stopped using these audio FX since many people have complained about it...gets annoying...!
Okay, DO NOT use a Rode VXLR for this. I'm pretty sure he's dumping 48 Volts directly into the lavalier. This would probably fry more sensitive lav mics. You need to get the Rode VLXR+. The PLUS on the end means it converts 48 Volt phantom power to 3-5 Volt plug in power. Movo has a similar, less expensive adapter, which is pretty good, but it doesn't work with TS 3.5mm (mono) lavaliers. (VXLR doesn't do mono plugs either, by the way.) VXLR+ is the best all-around adapter for this kinda thing.
YOU ARE RIGHT！
Thanks for the info man :) really aprriciate
@@brkylmz Since I posted my last comment, Rode has released the VXLR Pro, which has the advantage of producing a balanced output, which allows you to put it on the end of a long XLR cable without having to worry about noise. However, this kind of adapter will be overkill compared to a VXLR+ in most situations. Also, if you’re recording from a wireless receiver and don’t need plug-in power, the cheaper VXLR may actually be the superior choice. Just remember to turn the phantom power off first!
My XLR adapters just came in today, so I was able to put everything together, and then of course it didn't work with the stock settings, then I remembered that I had seen this video a few days ago and it came back here and followed your steps, and got everything working perfectly! Thank you!
Man, you save my day. I was so scary that my H6 was not working. Thanks a lot!
Love this! No BS. Just straight to the point! I'll be using your tips for my PoV GoPro videos with my H5!
Glad you benefited! What you shooting?
@@HealMyTech1 Like these: th-cam.com/video/-CeOFl19SUA/w-d-xo.html :)
Just received my Purple Panda Lav Mike from Amazon. Attempted to use it plugged in to the jack on the X-Y module, but it didn’t work. Went into the Plugin Power setting, turned it on as you show, and now it works like a charm. Thanks for the help!
Surprisingly there isn't a lot of info about connectivity like this online. Great video.
Thanks so much! I couldn’t figure it out on my own and couldn’t get my Rode lapel to work. So, I took a break in order to watch TH-cam to figure it out. It resolved my issue. I liked the video, commented, and subscribed to show my appreciation.
I don't believe you have to use any phantom power at all for the mic to work, it only needs a very little output of volts - even 12v can damage your mic - there should be enough power without phantom , or setting it to the plug in power if that's possible via xlr
I just did this and I did have to follow all of that for mine to work at all. This was for the inputs on the body with an XLR adapter, I don't think I had to do this for the plug-in on the side of the capsule.
Thank you so much! I bought 2 mics and they were not working on the 1,2,3,4 slots. I went to the zoom 6 video and they didn't mention anything about the phantom button. I hit it and now they both work just fine. Great job!
You're welcome!!
Another TH-camr had mentioned specifically that it was a TRRS input on that XY mic module, and then I noticed that it look like a TRS connector that you were plugging in from your lapel mic. Can either be plugged in? Or do you need an adapter if you have one or the other? The manual for this thing isn't very clear when it comes to that.
is this input stereo and can it accept line level also? thanks
I'm wondering the same myself, fingers crossed we get a response from someone who knows for sure
This is the best video ever. Thanks for your explenation. We were desperate because we could not find any hint to how to get the microphones working. Here we could find the answer at minute 5: give them power by scrolling through the menu! Thanks a lot.
Very useful information! My Boya M1 that I bought today still doesn't work with my Zoom H6 but still your content is absolutely great!
Will the Zoom Recorder + Lav Mic improve the overall audio quality compared to just using the Lav Mic plugged into an iPhone?
doesn't it burn the lav mics if we use the phantom power at any given volts on zoom h6 as the lav mics comes with only 4 or 5 volts? and also can we use rode wireless film kit or wireless go with zoom h6?
Thanks for informative video
I wouldn't like to find that out...to be fair, this level of audio recorder should only or mainly be used with XLR or 1/4 inch mics, not really for 3.5 lav mics...unless I am horribly mistaken..
@@HealMyTech1 HealMyTech Yes, it damages the lav mics just double checked with Curtis judd .
I found a way to use these lav mics with h6 phantom power xlr inputs by using rode vxlr+ to xlr power converter adaptor .
What it does is, it transforms 12- 48 volts phantom power to 3-5 volts which is required for lav mics with 3.5 mm input.( Doesn't damage the lav mics in this scenario)
P.s- Got this info after hours of researching and thought it would be great to share it with you.
Hi,
I tried but it's still not working. Any idea why?
thanks
When you plugin your lav mic, would you need the left and right output to be on
Olá, tenho uma dúvida. Quando conecto meu lapela Boya By-M1 com plug P2 na entrada P2 do microfone XY da zoom H6 com a função Plugin Power habilitada ele funciona normalmente. Porém ao utilizar o mesmo mic em qualquer uma das 4 entradas XLR utilizando um adaptador P2/P10 ele reduz o sinal do mic em 80%, fica bem baixinho. Até mudei o plug P2/P10 por outro, habilitei função phantom, liguei a função Plugin Power achando que pudesse ser o problema mais não resolveu. Consegue me ajudar? Acabei de comprar a Zoom H6, tenho 4 mic Boya desse modelo e preciso utilizá-los.
This vid was really helpful thanks! I just had one issue and I know you don’t have the Zoom H6 anymore but was wondering if you or anyone can shed light on this.
When I plugged in my lav I could only hear the left side and not sure why. I’m afraid I might’ve fried it somehow.
Also I mistakenly bought a TRRS version of this. But thankfully it came with a TRS adapter. Idk if this may be the issue or I did something with the setting.
Also I bought a 1/4 male to 1/8 female adapter and thought this would work as well. But so far it doesn’t. Something worth returning?
Please help and thanks again! I’m a newbie.
Carroll, there are different versions for this mic, check this link
th-cam.com/video/RBxOLnVxg3A/w-d-xo.html
you most likely have the TS version, you need the TRS or Sennheiser version to not get that bad surprise... Either way, in this video, he explains how to correct it
Cheers
Hi i tried plugin in my lapier mic at the top jack and did the setting like u mention but it still doesn't work. Is it because i have a dual headed lav mic?
Hey man, I don't comment often on video's but this just was just so helpful. It seems like such a redundant thing, but clearly it wasn't. Thanks for this video!
if I record with 3 external microphones for example, is it possible to get 3 recording tracks to afterwards edit/eq the tracks in protools? Or will it then be recorded as a mix in one track?
hey! a little question please,,,can I connect my iPhone with the lineal out from zoom H6 across the rc4 adapter cable bye rode (trs to trss). I want to pick up some calls in my podctast using the H6 live and record it
You helped me so much. I was looking everywhere for a solution to use my lapel with my h6 in an online interview. This should work flawlessly..... 👍👍
Great explanation, Can you please tell me connect to connect ZoomH1n and Boya BY M1 lav mic to my smartphone so that I can record Audio and Video in together.
does XY signal turn off, when you plug the boya on the side of XY?
Thank you very much. I tried a 1/4 inch TRS adapter on my zoom h6 but it didn't work. I guess 1/4" input does not support phantom power.
Im not sure about that, do you have a link to that info ". I guess 1/4" input does not support phantom power."?
How we conect zoom h6 to dslr 600d. How this audio record to dslr by line out in zoom h6 ? Plz explain
I have 3.5 to xlr adapters and I can't get any of my 3.5mm mics (rode or any other brand) to work on any channel OR EVEN the auxillary channel of my zoom podtrak p4, yet hooking in my phone or any other audio device in any channel works...
When using a 3.5mm microphone with a rode vxlr xlr adapter, is it possible to record normally from phantom power at zoom h6?
Does it work at the same level of quality as the microphone capsule?
Yes, Yes and yes.
Great video, super informative and every question regarding connecting a 3.5mm mic to the H5 answered.
Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
do you happen to know if this would work with an iPhone. Like if I plugged in my iPhone via 3.5 mm cord. would I be able to play music/audio from my iPhone into the zoom and have it record?
Thank you for this video, very informative!
You are welcome!
Have you made a test with the Deity V.Lab ?
Thank you. How do you determine what voltage is needed?
This setup will function if i use rode videomic NTG?
What is the sound it background? It sounds like ham being sliced
This was very helpful, thank you! 👍
excellent video and we love your style. From Toronto, Canada
Unfortunately mine isn't working gargh! Walked through the steps but tested both my rode lav and a boya lav and its not having it 😞 any other tips or tricks?
Just got my question answered on another video, my lavs are trrs built for smart phones 👍
I have a question about connecting a Lavalier in the XLR port. What if you have 2x Dynamic microphones connected through the XLR that are using 48 V and you want to connect 2x lavalier microphones to the other 2 inputs through XLR? From what I can see you can't change the voltage per XLR port. So from what I understand it is either one or the other is that correct?
Unfortunately I do not have that Zoom H6 anymore to check for you, sorry...but its a great question...I have a friend who has this so I will check if possible and get back to you...
HealMyTech thanks
Unrelated, but I wish Zoom would make an H6 with 32-bit audio. Thanks for the video.
Thanks buddy! This was exactly what I was trying to do - have a blended signal of 2 Mics (stereo capsule and a Lav), but couldn’t get it to work.
Tried 2 lavs and couldn’t work. So just had the capsule - which did pick up a lot of ambient birds and noise.
Def will try your method!
But it only records in mono, does it? What do you do to record in stereo?
What a brilliant piece of kit the Zoom is.☺
Jazakallahu khairan brother.. just wondering, is it possible to use 3.5mm to 6.5mm converter and plug the mic on any of the 4 TRS/XLR input? I've tried it, but it did not work..
tarakdungdes I was wondering the same!🤔
maybe the XLR adapter lets phantom power come through and the 6.5mm converter won’t?
@@keithedwinsmith9416 not really sure, yet i suppose if the 24v phantom power went through the converter, the mic would be burnt..
I ended up buying rode VXLR+ for this purpose.. ^^
Silly question but.. would the zoom h6 be good for film making? Also could I have 3 lavish mics setup and running at once?
of course great for flim making, a lot of pros use it (i'm not a pro). In terms of 3 lavs setup, would they be 3.5mm? I believe its not really a pro practive to use 3.5mm for flims, they would be using lav but with xlr connection, otherwise boom mics etc...
Can this be used with Rode Smart Lav mic [TRSS] ?
Hey, thanks for the video. Is it possible to theoretically feed in a line level stereo input into the capsule input? Thanks
Unfortunately I do not have that Zoom H6 recorder anymore to test this out, it sounds like it should work in principle but I cant be sure...
@@HealMyTech1 hey, thanks for the answer. My research shows that it should work without any issues. :)
Thanks from Brazil, you solved my problem!
Glad I could help!
Quick and dirty! Thank you so much for that great explanation!
After recordings, what to do?
There are cheaper versions to the Rode adaptor. Will they work also?
Sorry but I haven't' tested others, there is not much complicated tech inside them, only an adaptor, not even a convertor, so they should work, only difference might be longevity due to quality difference...in theory
I have tried the same thing with the ZoomH5 and continue to get left side audio only. Do you have a solution?
Xlr is 1 mono
Thank you for this! I thought I was going crazy when none of my mics were working!
Nice! Thanks for the video, you saved me time finding all that out by myself
Thank you so much
Simple but very informative. The only problem I have with it is the noise I get while recording. Anybody with a solution pls?
Thanks dude. You solved a huge issue for me. Thanks again.
A video showing how to connect a Saramonic Blink 500 to a Zoom H6 would be very much appreciated!
Thank you for sharing
Thank you......you solved my problem in no time 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
where did you get that xlr adapter?
From Amazon, links in description....!
@@HealMyTech1 which one is it lol....
found it!
This worked for a few seconds and i could not get to to work again. Any help would be appreciated. I have the Boya BY-M1.
I find it can easily lose connection, physically I mean, need a specific orientation...
Boya doesn't work with zoom h4n pro. Can u plz check n help me with this as I am stuck and cant find any solution
Is it the BOYA BY M1?
@@HealMyTech1 yes it's the same
I do not have the H4n PRO so i don't know if there are issues with compatibility there. As for the BOYA BY M1, have you followed the tutorial to the letter and have you tested the Boya independently? The BOYA takes batteries, have you checked the batteries?
thank you, i was scared of buying xlr adaptor because i thought phantom power would damage lavalier microphone
Thanks for the demo!
This really helps me a lot, thanks bro...
excellent,worked straight away
☹️ It did not work on my microphone I had to use a TRRS to TRS adapter
This video is so helpful. Thank you
My rode adapter only works when the mic is halfway in.
Thanks a lot, i was beginning to think i would have to buy another accessory ;)
Glad to help anytime!
Your video saved my day. Thank you!
That was very helpful.
amazingly usefull! thanks!
Came for Settings > Input/Output > Plugin Power On | Zoom H6 and Rode Videomicro
Verry good
Thank you. You were very helpful.
Background music name plz. I like it.. Thank you.
@@HealMyTech1 Thank you
What was it?
Thanks for the video but mine still didn't work.
Thank you so much it worked!! 👌🏿👌🏿
That clicking when changing the picture is very annoying.
Worked for me, thanks.
Annoying, repetitive music background. Horrible.
Great stuff my friend! I'm sorted now thank you :>)
Love your videos ..
From Kashmir
thank you so much for this!
Thank you very much ! I subscribe of course !!!
Thank you my dude!!
Thank you a million!!!
Thank you
This is the most hidden thing ever. 1st at the side of the stereo mics.. and then 2nd... find that thing in the menu... really who did this??
Thank you very much!
You keep opening those cannabis cylinders :)
LOL...had to watch the vid again to know what you mean, I get it...I stopped using these audio FX since many people have complained about it...gets annoying...!
@@HealMyTech1 hahahah I don't mind... Every time i hear it , i opened mine
Thank you so so much! This save our lifes!!!!!!!
Good video, but your background music is very distracting. It sounds like a cat moaning every 2 seconds. Lol
Thanks so much
These pop sounds are annoying...
#stopthepop nice review
Thanks
You are welcome!