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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ก.ค. 2024
- In this video, I will share different ways to connect USB, TRRS, TRS, headsets and wireless external microphones to the DJI Action 4.
✅ Reviews connection to USB Mics like the Rode NT-USB and Wireless Lavalier GO as well as USB-C headsets
✅ USB-C OTG (On The Go) cables reviewed for external mic and charge
✅ Covers TRS connections to (Wireless) Road Lavalier GO & VideoMicro...
✅ TRRS connections to Shure MVL Lavalier, Apple and Samsung (AKG) Headsets.
✅ Reviewed cables and adapters incl. Rode SC4 TRS Adapter, Koopao USB-C OTG and TRRS OTG cable, Cubilux TRS adapter, Stouchi USB-C to TRS adapter, Anker USB-C TRS Adapter, Ienza patch cable.
✅References to my Connection Guide, available below: drive.google.com/file/d/179Qy...
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Even though I liked saying KOOPAU!, this is not a sponsored video. But these are affiliate links which, at no cost to you, kicks me some pennies 😁 Also, the list is in order shown:
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Syntech USB to USB-C Adapter (amzn.to/45o7l1Q)
PALOVUE USB-C Headet (amzn.to/3QN577B)
Samsung USB-C Headset (amzn.to/3qIPa7S)
Samsung AKG 3.5mm Headset (amzn.to/3P1SG6O)
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Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm TRS Adapter (amzn.to/45DJmLF)
Stouchi USB-C to 3.5mm Female Adapter (amzn.to/45yqSfG)
Anker USB-C to 3.5mm Female Adapter (amzn.to/45BL0xv)
Rode VideoMicro (amzn.to/45shRou)
Rode SC4 3.5mm TRS to TRRS Mic Adapter (amzn.to/47CxGuD)
DUKABEL DC4 3.5mm TRS to TRRS Adapter Cable (amzn.to/47EpLge)
Cubilux 3.5mm TRS Audio Microphone to TRRS Male Adapter (amzn.to/45ig4m6)
Hollyland 3.5mm TRS Male to USB Type-C DSP (amzn.to/3P2vlC2)
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Original Rode Wireless Go (amzn.to/44iNXBS)
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0:00 Intro and note on JJC
:58 Microphone Configurations
6:42 Connection Conclusion
7:18 Microphone Checks
10:36 Mic Drop - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
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Each time I refer to TRSS, I meant TRRS. Thanks to @uldmedia for the tip, no pun intended 😁 Hope this video helps save some $$ and testing time. Appreciate you all!
So the DAC is bypassed?
Made my eye twitch every time lol
dayum! Very thorough and concise, and thank you for the all the rapid fire testing WITH pictures. I don't need this info ATM, but am DEF saving this video for later projects down the road, thanks! Best of luck with the channel.
Thank you!
Yo! That was an epic video! I just picked up the Action 4 and using it with the DJI Mic wireless kit. Nice setup, BUT I didn’t know it would power such large usb mics too! Thank you!
Thanks, appreciate it!!
Thanks for this!!! Awesome testing and review.... Pro level quality on the edit too. Used your links to pick up a few things!
Thank you so much!!!
Thank you so much! I very much appreciate this video. I was struggling to find an adapter that would work with my original Rode Wireless Go and thankfully you had one in this video as an example! I went ahead and ordered the Hollyland adapter. Prior to seeing this video, I was very close to going to the nearest Wal-Mart and purchasing the Apple (I despise Apple so this would've been my only Apple purchase ever lol) USB C to 3.5mm female adapter. What a terrible mistake that would've been. Once again, thank you so much for this video. So helpful 😃 I hope to eventually upgrade to the wireless DJI Bluetooth mic for an easier connection without adapters.
Also want the Bluetooth mic! Glad u got something out of video, thanks for watching 🙂
Such a useful video, thank you so much for putting this together. Answered all my questions
Thank you, glad it helped!
Just watched and my head is spinning :)
This was perfect. Thank you!
Well done mate for this amazing solutions. Cannot deal to record externally anymore... Sub !
Super appreciate it, more DJI vids to come soon!
thank you so very much for this video, it helped me a lot!
Thanks for watching! Thinking about more content surrounding camera soon. It may be around using it for macro videography 🙂
Awesome detailed video!
Thanks!
Super useful info, thank you!!!
Thanks, glad to have ya!
Thanks! Super helpful video.
Glad it helped, and thanks for watching!
excellent review thankyou very much
Very useful video! Thank you!
Thanks!
Thanks. Really helpful. I would have been interested to see how the Rode Wireless GoII would have sounded using USB-C to USB-C.
I definitely want one after learning it can use digital connection! But I am very happy with the Hollyland cable, the analog run is short and seems to be well insulated so very clean. I'll post an update if I end up buying one. There's always room for improvement 😅 Thanks for watching!
That just gave me static noise. I tried different Type C to Type C cables and same result.
Thank you so much, this was amazing! 👊🏼🔥
Appreciate ya! Love your banner bro!
@@manicmods Thank you very much! As you've probably seen, I run a sports channel and would like to 'steal' your mic stand design which will fit my theme ideally. May I have your permission? 😎😀
Thanks for the clear compilation of the cabling options of the DJI Action 4.
Am just a little confused because you sometimes talk about TRSS - know only TRS (tip / ring / sleeve) and TRRS (tip / ring / ring / sleeve). Find also in the Google search nothing to TRSS?
Thank you so much for pointing that out! I've just pinned a correction here in comments. Sorry for confusion!
Thanks! that's a lot of effort. salute and good luck on you channel. you deserve more subscriber.
Thank you! I'm in month 6 (3 mo silent) and happy w progress while I have some fun. Definitely want to do more content on the DJI soon, love that cam!
Hello and thanks for this test, I have the Rode VideoMicro and the Hollyland 3.5 trs to usb-c cable and it works great!
I only noticed that when I do vlog and am at 1mt distance from the mic, I have to push the db to +8/10! Did you notice the same "trouble"?
Otherwise there is a really low volume.
Great video. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your hard work !
Thanks for watching! 🙂
does the action 4 tell you if it's using an external mic? Is there an icon that shows up? In your video there seems to be one but my one doesn't have it.
Hey but I can use my Rode wireless go mic with this action camera and iphone 15 pro with the USB connection. I'm getting good signal.
I can’t watch the video at the moment so sorry if you answered this in the video but is there any other microphones I can use like a wire in one
Perfect Review 📸👌👌👌
Thank you!
Wow super sir.. 😮I really impressed in your R& D you save lot of money.. Thank you so much.. Subscribed 🙂✌️
Thank you so much! I want to cover more of this camera, lmk if you'd like to see something particular.
@@manicmods you are welcome sir.. Try MAONO Wireless Collar Mic (WM620) it's cheep and best
Thank you for this thorough test. Have you had any success with recording in stereo? I've thought about using binaural microphones (stereo) to record audio on walking videos. Would be very convenient if the audio went straight to the video file in full stereo.
Thanks for watching! The onboard mics are stereo, and sound great, but I do not believe there is any support for external stereo mics. I did some quick research since it's a great question, but came up empty handed. More videos coming soon on this awesome little camera though 🙂
Great video !! Upon coming across so many options here, I just figured the USB-C to USB-C charging cable that came with my DJI OSMO Action 3 works well with an AnkerWork M650 RX which also has a USB-C as well as a 3.5mm input. I haven't tested extensively the USB-C to USB-C connection between the camera and the RX in terms of voice recording quality but Do you think it has any disadvantages ?? Appreciate if you can respond with your expert knowledge. You deserved a subscribe because this video opened up multiple ideas for me. Oh ! and not to mention saved me $$$ buying two different adapter+cables. THANKS !!
Thanks for watching! The AnkerWork M650 RX has USB-C digital connection for audio, so you should hear good results 🙂
thanks for information
Thanks for being here! I'm catching up on all comments, and appreciate you!
Silly question... I noticed the door panel to the USB input was off of your camera. How did you take it off without breaking it ?
great vid thanks, i knew you meant trrs - its all a tad confusing but possible to keep track of. is it just any ol coupler for the hollyland to rode config? just a trs to trs coupler? brand doesnt much matter?
Brand should not matter for a simple coupler. Hope it worked out for ya, and appreciate you!
Hello, Let me know which Mic combination works the best when you want to use the DJI OA 4 for Moto vlogging and do a Quick Capture. i.e. is there Zero Lag in Mic Detection in any of the combinations, when you try to record a video with Quick Capture. i.e. Cold Start.
Can I connect it with AKG LYRA microphone?
Thank you! best value from this video! - Wanted to check with you the new Rode Wireless Pro will directly work with Digital input on OSMO? TIA
Thank you! The Wireless Pro offers digital USB-C out just like the Rode Go II so you should be fine. New channel so everything I do is on a budget, otherwise would have gotten Go II or waited for Pro. In all honesty, even the Lav with the Hollyland is on par (IMO) with my Rode NT-USB so happy either way 😁
@@manicmods Thank you so much for your very clear informative response. Definitely your channel is growing. All the support to you! Thanks a ton man!
I have a Saramonic Blink 500, what is the Saramonic mic adapter for use on Action Cam 4? Can I use Saramonic SR-C2001?
Yes, the Saramonic SR-C2001 should work for the Blink 500. Let us know if you have any trouble, and thanks for watching!
Do any of these solutions allow for stereo recording?
Nice Video Thank You, and a New Abonnent, grüße Michael
Thanks, nice to have you!
@@manicmods 👍
Did you also test the Boya BY-M4? I purchased the Sennheiser XSLav and it just doesn't get detected if camera is left idle for long.
Don't have any exp with those mics, but mine don't go idle in any way. Are you recording during "idle" when plugging in mic? If so maybe you need to stop and start?
I just picked up a OA4 and am using a MOVO VXR10 microphone connected through a TRS to USB-C cable I picked up from B&H Photo. Seems to work OK, but I need to figure out a better way to mount it so I can run a better wind blocker without it protruding into the camera's line of sight. Also need to do some testing with the gain settings.
Thanks for watching! I use the SmallRig camera cage for this, as it has a cold shoe on side. Linked below:
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@@manicmods I ended up getting a SmallRig cage and changed to a different microphone that has analog and digital out option with direct USB-C connection and on-mic gain adjustment. So far so good, but it takes a few seconds for the OA4 to recognize it. I have heard this is a glitch that DJI needs to fix though.
One other question: when you have two people on the Rode Go ii mics going into the Action 4 do you get both Chanel’s saved on the card?
I do not have the Go 2, but I'd be stumped if both streams were not saved. The Go2 also has Merged and Split Modes- merged will combine audio, and split mode should assign a mic to each stereo channel. Split mode would be good if you wanted to have more control mixing during editing. Hope this helps!
Thank you so much for this video. Does the camera still waterproof when connect with these cables?
Thanks for watching! The USB-port has a sealed door so I definitely would not recommend. I hope next gen has wireless transceiver built in 😎
Video was confusing at first as you went too fast plus kept saying TRSS. I watched it a few more times while I tried my Rode video micro and Hollylang Lark M1 and got them to work using the the TRS to usb C adapter or a trs to trrs cable coupled to a usb c to female trs cable. I learnt the hard way that the trs to trs cable doesn’t work in the usb c to female end trs cable.
Thanks for watching! Yes, totally flipped the script on TRRS 😅 Glad you have a working configuration, I'm loving this cam and hope you are too
Thanks for the video! Just got the dji action 4 after almost tossing my hero 9 off in the weeds. It's captured all my video and lost just about as much lol! I did have my mic setup working really well with the gopro. I use two trs mics, one for me and one for my buddys intercom voice by my helmet speaker. I think I'll go with the trs to usb c adapter you mentioned. Any preference on the coupler for the two trs connections? Thanks again man!
Thanks for watching! The GoPro frustrations were real on my end too 🤪 I have not had to work with two mics yet, so I would not feel right providing guidance. Check out the Kopul CMCS-1 as it may suit your needs. Let us know how you make out, and enjoy the new cam!
@manicmods thanks man, will do. I found a TRS splitter two into 1 and then just hooked that right to the media mod. My hope is I can put that right into what you mentioned. I'll let ya know
Thank You👍
Thanks for watching!
Отличный гайд, спасибо. Теперь нужно найти как купить в России.
I just received the Hollyland cable you've recommanded. Only to realise it is mono (it's mixing the 2 channel of my Rode Wireless Go 2 and that there is a very strong hiss in the background...
Fortunately, I also ordered the MOVO UCMA 1 in the same time and this one works way better for me.
It might also be something with the recent firmware update 🤷🏽♂
Wish I could have tested the Go 2. I'd grab a USB-C to USB-C cable since connection will be purely digital. Let us know how you make out, thanks for watching!
@@manicmods This is actually the first thing I've tried, one evening sunset playing guitar and singing with my gf (one Rode wireless go II for each)
Strangely, the audio of the clip is missing after 20s... And didn't even start at all on the 4 other clips we've shot 🤔
when reviewing the clips on camera, the camera froze and had to be rebooted...
When importing the clips on computer, audio is missing -_-
I did a factory reset (Action4 and WGOII), format the SD-card, and did more testing via USB, the issue never showed up again, but now I am not trusting so much the relyability 🤔
@01:28 you're using a USB-C OTG cable. Doesn't that cable include a DtoA converter? The OSMO takes a USB-C digital feed directly from your mic when you plug it in directly. Is the signal chain converting twice when you use the OTG cable? Mic outputs digital, cable converts it to analog, camera converts it back to digital to add to the video? Is there a regular USB-C Splitter that you could use in that case?
The TRRS OTG cable has a DtoA converted, but the USB-C cable is digital only and that connection is passed along to the female USB-A port. Hope this heolps. Appreciate ya!
Have you tried the Hohem Mic-01?
Cool video. But i have to ask , whilst vlogging on the streets of big cities with a action 4 should is it possible to add an external mic that records front and rear. For example when i flip the camera away from me or towards me then the sound still is even. What's your thoughts? Or should i just use the built in mic and fix in post? Thank you so much as always
Thanks! This sounds like a good use case for a shotgun mic like the Rode VideoMicro. At least it will help w/ direction, but level adjustments may still be needed. The Action 4 has a mic on bottom, but you cannot select front or rear like you can with GoPro. Hope this helps 🙂
@@manicmods thanks for the help
The setups needed to connect audio to the new Osmo cameras is ridiculous. I'm glad I have my original Osmo Action cameras with the media adapter you mentioned at the start of the video. I have a mic on top of the camera cage and plug it into the camera and can also charge it at the same time. Minimal footprint minimal hassle. I wish DJI would plan ahead for something like this and make the same kind of adapter for their cameras or let a 3rd party make them also.
I hear ya! Hollyland and a coupler would be minimal viable product here to adapt any analog mic.
Thankyou so much for the video. I am trying to set up a motovlog rig and by far the biggest headache so far has been sound. The only thing I've gotten to work so far is the Ankr adapter with a smart Lav+ from Rode. But even tho the camera sees this TRRS set up it doesn't see it enough to allow for the actual settings for gain and wind noise to be displayed so I haven't actually used it in action. I also bout Saramonic TRS adapter Saramonic Lav omnidirectional TRS mic. The adapter says right on the packaging that its for DJI Osmo Action..but my Action 4 does not even see this set up. I guess when they say Osmo Action ..they literally mean the first gen camera only and not the whole action line? Anyway, I'm interested in the Ankr to Shure MVL lab set up and I have a question. Did that set up not only just see the mic but also allow for the gain setting and other features to be displayed under the external mic symbol?
Thanks for watching! I was able to set the gain with all USB and analogue mics. I hope you have success with yours, definitely worth trying the Anker. Keep us posted 🙂
So I did get everything working. The lack of gain adjustment I was experiencing was my own unfamiliarity with the camera itself. The ANKR TRRS set up actually didn't work well for my particular needs unfortunately. No matter how low I set the gain after about 60mph it would still start cracking and popping. I tried a few other TRS combinations with varied success but what I ultimately settled on was Saramonic SR-C2003 TRS adapter + MOVO MC1 dual male audio cable + Cable Creation female to female coupler + JBL gaming headset mic I stole off a headset I no longer use. The runner up was the same Saramonic adapter + MOVO ACM400 omnidirectional gooseneck mic.
First of all thank you so much for this video...👍👍
My question is, could you please share the link of the converter from USB to USB-C that you are using with KOOPAO USB-C OTG cable.I think you mentioned in the video its KOOPAO as well, but I couldnt find any kind of converter in amazon.If there isnt anymore, which one should I use..?
Thank you! Good catch, I've just added affiliate link to description, and below:
Syntech USB to USB-C Adapter (amzn.to/45o7l1Q)
Appreciate ya!
My Røde Wireless Go II works perfect with the cable from BOYA BY-K2 (USB-C to USB-C also works, but then about 4s noise sound at the beginning of video, after that period all works very well. So for short recordings I use the BOYA BY-K2, then about 1s noise)
Thank you for this! Curious if you experience this each recording, or just the first 4s of the first recording in your session. Your Boya looks to be same design as the Hollyland, how's the audio stack up?
Were you able to get the 2 mics to record to separate channels?
i'm having trouble with my osmo action, when a press record, it takes like 10 seconds to start using the external usb c mic. then the video always start super loud and after some secconds it drops to normal. have anyone experienced this?
So this camera is able to have bouth external mic and power at the same time?
'cause the Actions before had this disabled because of thermal issues...
Yes with the OTG cable, it can be charged at same time mic is being used with no degrading of audio quality. I do not recommend the TRRS OTG, but the USB-C OTG w/ Anker or Hollyland. Been performing very well for me. More vids to come soon, appreciate ya!
@@manicmods Thanks for the confirmation! It's good to know.
I was holding back the purchase decision because of not knowing that for sure.
I'll wait untill spring though because now I don't need a new camera.
PS: do you have a link for those USB-C OTGs?
Thank you!
Hi, anyone here who uses the "Hollyland Lark M1" microphone(s) with an Osmo Action 3 or 4? Which case can you recommend to mount the receiver on top and then connect it to the cam with e.g. the Hollyland USB-C to TRS cable?
I have two options for mounting that type of microphone transceiver. One is with the SmallRig cage linked below. The other is putting a piece of velcro around either my tripod or battery stick. From there, I slide the clip of transceiver into the velcro band. Hope this helps; thanks for watching!
amzn.to/3ZAcOR9
Tried the Apple USB -C to trrs with Jbl Commercial CSL M20B it has trrs pin didn’t work, tried another Amazon mic with trrs and it works, sound is pretty decent.
Glad you got one working! I further researched my issue with the dukabel after video. That cable should have worked just like the Rode adapter, and left me wondering why. Apparently there are two TRRS standards, CTIA and OMTP, and I'm guessing that's what we were up against. Appreciate your comment 🙂
@@manicmodsdid not know about the two trrs, will try with more mics. ❤
For some reason when I connect Goii receiver with USBc to USBc on the Action 4 I get static only (I have ordered the DJI mic set)
Hi Ken! Since it should work, I'd try to isolate. Are you able to use the Go2 with a phone or laptop as test?
@@manicmods had wrong cord, working now
Can you man a video on Dji pocket 3 with Dji warless mic ?
I do not have the Pocket 3, sorry!
Please reply if possible,
I've JBL CSLM20B auxiliary lavelier microphone, I purchased a usb c to 3.5mm connector to connect it to my osmo action 4, but it didn't connect.
What am I missing ?
How do I make it work, please help
Thanks in advance ❤
Are you using a USB-C to TRRS adapter? A TRS adapter will look identical but not work. I'm not familiar with that mic, but looking at it the switch may change the plug configuration. I'm sure you tried, but worth switching as test. Also worth testing with other devices to ensure mic is good. Let us know how you make out and thanks for watching!
@@manicmods thanks, the adapter that i have is TRS, will boya k4 work with this mic?
Is the coupler for hollyland adapter female to female?thnks
Yep, it makes the hollyland that much more versatile w very low if any losses. Thanks for watching!
Can we use tws earphones as mic with dji osmo action 4?
Yes you can. Samsung akg type c ear phones work good
Stereo or not? the usb-c/trs adapter (Boya or other) on the Action 4 if connect a stereo microphone?
Hey Mark, thanks for watching! I have not been able to find a stereo solution, and all signs suggest Action 4 not compatible. Even with DJIs stereo DJI Mic 2, the product page suggests only iPhone and Android can leverage 2 channels. Hope this helps!
😢@manicmods NO. You are incorrect. The Action 4 usb-c input will accommodate a stereo signal. I have used both usb-c stereo mics and the Boya adapter (trs) with a stereo mic. And, the DJI Mic2 is not a stereo mic, so that mic is irrelevant. I have uploaded a video on my TH-cam channel with stereo audio recorded from a usb-c mic.th-cam.com/video/ck30iyFfvsI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=FKD88U0-zodtUmDY
Maybe you need to reshoot your video - first figure out what you are doing wrong, and then show what works. My video is a fact.
Appreciate the correction! I'll check out ur video and revisit this as there are a few more related inquiries. I omited stereo from video since I was unsuccessful. It's interesting that DJI confirms their Mic 2 is stereo for Android and iPhone but not over USB-C to Action cam. This only bolstered my prior stance. Link below, apologies for any confusion...
www.dji.com/mic-2
@@manicmods One mic2 is mono. Period. You can use two mic 2's with a receiver to get stereo. Again, a mic2 is a mono mic.
@@markr041 From the Mic2 page I linked: Stereo functionality is available for iPhone and most Android mobile phones.
I'm not familiar with the Mic2, but have a hunch it could be using 2 of them for that promised functionality (limited to phones) I was only referencing product page. Like u said, one is certainly mono. Even if it were stereo the imaging would be poor. Good topic, TY!
Did you test rode wireless usb-c to usb-c?
I would have if I had second generation. My fiirst gen did not work USB c to c as not designed for it. But the hollyland USB c to trs is pretty lossless imo.
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Thanks, appreciate ya!
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1:09 USB C to USB B???
…nice review…slow down a little…but this is just constructive feedback…I wished I was able to make a video like this….
Definitely learning that skill, thank you!
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Can I connect it with AKG LYRA microphone?