Was looking into mics that can provide phantom power on their own - like the MKE 600 from Sennheiser or the Rode VideoMic NTG. But this device is a nice little option that extends the range of mics to consider A LOT. Thanks for sharing! And btw: high quality content - very well made video!
Hello! I loved this video. I do have one question though: I really want to purchase this item, but I want to know if it is compatible with my camera. It is a Sony ZV-1F, a vlogging camera. Will it still work if I turn the audio recording level to 1? Thanks!😊😊
I have mixpre 3 & Seinheiser mic but it gets too much to carry in one bag when i shoot alone. I was looking for a simple set up. You enlightened me Sir. Thank you !
Can we use this preamp device as, Line level audio output from audio mixer to Mic level input to Dslr camera or any audio device wich has mic level input option?
Hi Mr. Philips. I learned more from you in 5 mins than nearly 50 videos on the subject. I need your help please. I am looking for a wireless handheld mic (for interviews in crowded, noisy areas i.e., not omni directional or am I wrong?), that is not complicated to use and will not cost a fortune (up to $200ish would be the sweet spot). I am currently using the wired RODE Video Micro II mounted on top of my Sony EZ V-10. The Sennheiser MD 46 peaked my interest but I don't know how to use it wireless, seems expensive... I'd need an XLR mic transmitter, maybe a booster. The DJI II and the Rode Wireless Pro are appealing because they are easy to use, but I don't like that they have an omni directional polar pattern. Any help would be appreciated!
Awesome video, love how you shared all the different options! Question, do you recommend an XLR shotgun more than a regular Rode that connects straight to the camera? And if so, why?
I have a Rode NTG2 and a Videomic NTG. Compared to the Videomic NTG the NTG2, an XLR mic sounds much fuller and cleaner. Generally you'll get a better quality of sound with XLR shotgun mics but it depends on the use. For making RUclips videos small shotgun camera mounted mics work just fine. XLR mics are preferred for more critical, professional work. Thanks for watching!
This is very helpful as im getting closer to starting a podcast. My question is what if you want more than one mic settup and more than one camera settup. How would this apply or is there a more expansive line of equipment that will be needed. I'm looking for the most inexpensive startup without eliminating too much quality. Any help or suggestions would be great! Thank you for the info! Liked and subscribed!
Thinking what you want to do would require a mixer or some form of Podcast hardware or software. Do a search of RUclips for some possible solutions. I've yet to try to set up a multiple camera/mic Thanks for watching!
Hey. This video was really helpful, Great content to help with some trouble I've been having. Can I ask your advice in context? I have a Canon 700d and want to use a RODE Podmic for some talking head shots. Do you think this sardonic method will work as expected with this equipment and the TRRS to TRS adaptor. Thank you. - Allan
Glad you found the video helpful. The Saramonic should work well for that type of set up. That's what I used it for with good results. Thanks for watching!
Yes, just make sure the phantom power is turned off and boost the gain a little higher for the low level signal from a dynamic microphone. The SM58 should sound great. Thanks for watching!
Hello, i have a question. I have an MKE 600 and i was looking for the best option to connect that to my URSA Mini Pro 4.6k because the ursa doesn't provide.
Doesn't the URSA mini Pro have 2 XLR mic inputs? Not that familiar with the camera but according to the description on B&H site it does or am I misunderstanding your question?
Hello Isom, Thanks for such a nice video, this is exactly what I have been looking for. I would like to ask you can this Saramonic preamp can be used (is it good enough) in professional settings? I am planning to order this (after watching your video) and use it along with Daity S mic 2S XLR mic as an on camera mic. What do you think about this setup ? Also, which XLR on camera setup you would suggest for a solo documentary filmmaker ? Thanks a lot...
The Saramonic is not going to give you the same results as a pro quality preamp. It's designed more for simple set ups like for RUclips videos. It definitely would work with the setup you mention but you might want to look around for some better options such as this one from Comica amzn.to/3kyXNhR. This would be a better option for your specific use. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
I have a regular shotgun mic with 3.5mm jack I plug into a camcorder. I want to use a preamp for better audio. I dont understand why all the preamps I see have XLR inputs when all the mics I see (including mine) are 3.5mm. Do I just need an XLR to 3.5mm adapter?
Hey Isom, just to confirm as I wasn't sure what I was listening, that you set your camera's preamp to a value of 1 (just above 0), so that your camera defaults to using your Saramonic as preamp. Can you please explain the logic behind on how the camera knows to default to selecting Saramonic as preamp in this case? Sorry as I just gotten my first camera like a month ago, so am pretty much in the dark about a lot of things still. Take care until we speak! :)
You are essentially bypassing Camera's preamp by setting it to such a low level so the mic level will have to be set on the Saramonic preamp. It all depends on the level set on each device. Hope that makes sense. Enjoy your new camera and thanks for watching!
@@IsomPhilips Thanks Isom. Just one last thing. Sorry to drag this further. Someone mentioned if one were to plug: 1. an end of audio chain into 3.5mm mic socket of the camera, so that recording of audio and video is done simultaneously within the camera, rendering no syncing of audio and video necessary in post. Then, this would result in loss of audio quality, no matter how good a field recorder, microphone one's using in the chain. versus 2. Having audio recorded separately on a field recorder and mic not connected to camera, aided with a visual cue like clapping during recording. This would render syncing of video and audio necessary in post, but at least the audio quality would not be lost from the quality of mic and field recorder used, as the end of audio chain doesn't end in the 3.5mm socket of the mic input of a camera. Q: Can you confirm if this is true of what that someone has mentioned?
Great video and info. I have the Canon M50 as well. Any advice on how to add headphones to this setup to monitor sound. I’m definitely ordering the saramonic pre-amp. I have the zoom H6 as well and I use the line out option you spoke of but this would definitely be very useful and streamline my setup when I don’t have my H6 with me. Thanks again for the info. Edit : Wow , disregard that question. I just clicked on the link and see that it also has a headphone input jack…game changer! Thanks again!
My answer is I don't know since I've never tried it. The manufacturer specifically states the device is compatible with smartphones and musical instruments such as guitars so I'm not sure
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This is exactly what I was looking for!! Thank you 🙏🏼
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Thanks this was exactly what I was looking for. I like that you went over a lot of options too.
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Perfect example and was straight to the point!
You remind me of Mike from Breaking bad, one of my favourite characters, good and helpful video as well thanks!
One of my favorite characters as well! Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching!
Was looking into mics that can provide phantom power on their own - like the MKE 600 from Sennheiser or the Rode VideoMic NTG. But this device is a nice little option that extends the range of mics to consider A LOT. Thanks for sharing! And btw: high quality content - very well made video!
Thank You & Thanks for Watching! Glad you found it helpful
Wow very great video man thank you!I've had these saramonic for over 2 years but I didn't know it I can hook it up to my DSLR lol
Glad it was helpful. Thank You for watching!
Thanks so much! Hope my tascam dr40 works with the line out method
Should work fine. Thanks for watching!
Hello! I loved this video. I do have one question though: I really want to purchase this item, but I want to know if it is compatible with my camera. It is a Sony ZV-1F, a vlogging camera. Will it still work if I turn the audio recording level to 1? Thanks!😊😊
Thank you so much. This is what I was looking for. Subscribed 🙌
Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching and thanks for the sub!
I have mixpre 3 & Seinheiser mic but it gets too much to carry in one bag when i shoot alone. I was looking for a simple set up. You enlightened me Sir. Thank you !
Good advice...I didn't have a clue about any of this
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching!
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Exactly what I was looking for my mic and ZV1, thank you!
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Super helpful so well explain thank you very much for sharing!!! This is exactly what I was looking for!
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Very helpful. Thank you
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FINALLY I WAS SEARCHING FOR DAYS
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thanks a lot, buying this preamp right now!!! awesome video, good luck to you.
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Thank You! Thanks for watching and glad you found the video helpful.
Can we use this preamp device as, Line level audio output from audio mixer to Mic level input to Dslr camera or any audio device wich has mic level input option?
Hi Mr. Philips. I learned more from you in 5 mins than nearly 50 videos on the subject. I need your help please. I am looking for a wireless handheld mic (for interviews in crowded, noisy areas i.e., not omni directional or am I wrong?), that is not complicated to use and will not cost a fortune (up to $200ish would be the sweet spot). I am currently using the wired RODE Video Micro II mounted on top of my Sony EZ V-10. The Sennheiser MD 46 peaked my interest but I don't know how to use it wireless, seems expensive... I'd need an XLR mic transmitter, maybe a booster. The DJI II and the Rode Wireless Pro are appealing because they are easy to use, but I don't like that they have an omni directional polar pattern. Any help would be appreciated!
Awesome video, love how you shared all the different options! Question, do you recommend an XLR shotgun more than a regular Rode that connects straight to the camera? And if so, why?
I have a Rode NTG2 and a Videomic NTG. Compared to the Videomic NTG the NTG2, an XLR mic sounds much fuller and cleaner. Generally you'll get a better quality of sound with XLR shotgun mics but it depends on the use. For making RUclips videos small shotgun camera mounted mics work just fine. XLR mics are preferred for more critical, professional work. Thanks for watching!
This is very helpful as im getting closer to starting a podcast. My question is what if you want more than one mic settup and more than one camera settup. How would this apply or is there a more expansive line of equipment that will be needed. I'm looking for the most inexpensive startup without eliminating too much quality. Any help or suggestions would be great! Thank you for the info! Liked and subscribed!
Thinking what you want to do would require a mixer or some form of Podcast hardware or software. Do a search of RUclips for some possible solutions. I've yet to try to set up a multiple camera/mic Thanks for watching!
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Hey. This video was really helpful, Great content to help with some trouble I've been having. Can I ask your advice in context? I have a Canon 700d and want to use a RODE Podmic for some talking head shots. Do you think this sardonic method will work as expected with this equipment and the TRRS to TRS adaptor. Thank you. - Allan
Glad you found the video helpful. The Saramonic should work well for that type of set up. That's what I used it for with good results. Thanks for watching!
Great video, Thank you. Can I use this Saramonic preamp with Shure SM58?
Yes, just make sure the phantom power is turned off and boost the gain a little higher for the low level signal from a dynamic microphone. The SM58 should sound great. Thanks for watching!
@@IsomPhilips Thank you very much🙏
@@IsomPhilips Hi Isom, Would that work with Cannon7x Mark iii Camera? Thank you
in this day and age, which smart phone accept a TRRS connector ?
Hello, i have a question. I have an MKE 600 and i was looking for the best option to connect that to my URSA Mini Pro 4.6k because the ursa doesn't provide.
Doesn't the URSA mini Pro have 2 XLR mic inputs? Not that familiar with the camera but according to the description on B&H site it does or am I misunderstanding your question?
Hello Isom,
Thanks for such a nice video, this is exactly what I have been looking for.
I would like to ask you can this Saramonic preamp can be used (is it good enough) in professional settings?
I am planning to order this (after watching your video) and use it along with Daity S mic 2S XLR mic as an on camera mic. What do you think about this setup ?
Also, which XLR on camera setup you would suggest for a solo documentary filmmaker ?
Thanks a lot...
The Saramonic is not going to give you the same results as a pro quality preamp. It's designed more for simple set ups like for RUclips videos. It definitely would work with the setup you mention but you might want to look around for some better options such as this one from Comica amzn.to/3kyXNhR. This would be a better option for your specific use. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
Can you recommend a wireless XLR Mic To Camera Connection solution?
I have a regular shotgun mic with 3.5mm jack I plug into a camcorder. I want to use a preamp for better audio. I dont understand why all the preamps I see have XLR inputs when all the mics I see (including mine) are 3.5mm. Do I just need an XLR to 3.5mm adapter?
Hey Isom, just to confirm as I wasn't sure what I was listening, that you set your camera's preamp to a value of 1 (just above 0), so that your camera defaults to using your Saramonic as preamp. Can you please explain the logic behind on how the camera knows to default to selecting Saramonic as preamp in this case? Sorry as I just gotten my first camera like a month ago, so am pretty much in the dark about a lot of things still. Take care until we speak! :)
You are essentially bypassing Camera's preamp by setting it to such a low level so the mic level will have to be set on the Saramonic preamp. It all depends on the level set on each device. Hope that makes sense. Enjoy your new camera and thanks for watching!
@@IsomPhilips Thanks Isom. Just one last thing. Sorry to drag this further.
Someone mentioned if one were to plug:
1. an end of audio chain into 3.5mm mic socket of the camera, so that recording of audio and video is done simultaneously within the camera, rendering no syncing of audio and video necessary in post. Then, this would result in loss of audio quality, no matter how good a field recorder, microphone one's using in the chain.
versus
2. Having audio recorded separately on a field recorder and mic not connected to camera, aided with a visual cue like clapping during recording. This would render syncing of video and audio necessary in post, but at least the audio quality would not be lost from the quality of mic and field recorder used, as the end of audio chain doesn't end in the 3.5mm socket of the mic input of a camera.
Q: Can you confirm if this is true of what that someone has mentioned?
Great video and info. I have the Canon M50 as well. Any advice on how to add headphones to this setup to monitor sound. I’m definitely ordering the saramonic pre-amp. I have the zoom H6 as well and I use the line out option you spoke of but this would definitely be very useful and streamline my setup when I don’t have my H6 with me. Thanks again for the info.
Edit : Wow , disregard that question. I just clicked on the link and see that it also has a headphone input jack…game changer! Thanks again!
Yes! It has the headphone input. Thanks for watching!
Will this work with dynamic microphone?
Yes, may require more gain but it will work
Isom, do you know if this Smartrig device accepts a line level input from an audio mixer?
My answer is I don't know since I've never tried it. The manufacturer specifically states the device is compatible with smartphones and musical instruments such as guitars so I'm not sure
@@IsomPhilips Thanks Isom