GoPro Hero3 Black Edition External Microphone 3.5mm Adapter, Audio Tests

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  • Опубликовано: 3 дек 2024

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  • @ndyakangler
    @ndyakangler 12 лет назад

    Cool video. I did some simalar tests with a hero 3 black and a H1, it seems the gopro processes the audio and it comes out a bit boomy sounding compared to recording it directly to the H1. There was definitely a difference looking at the wave files side by side in adobe audition. Im guessing the output on the h1 is a bit more power than the average mic will put out.I had slightly better results lowering the output volume on the h1. I went as low as 50 but I think that still may be a bit too hot.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    Hello, no problem, it's a good question. I was using a wired lapel mic. The mic had a 3.5mm extension cable that runs about 15 feet,

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    I agree! Sounds like a pretty cool rig, I'd love to see it when you complete.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Hello. Yes you can hook it up to a wireless lav mic as well. On my channel I also did a test with a wireless handheld mic, which works as a lav would as far as the usb adapter. Now, the quality of the lav mic you use will certainly determine whether or not you would like to use that set up. The wireless mic I used is not a quality one, but still it was usable.

  • @flipsidefreddie591
    @flipsidefreddie591 11 лет назад

    Thanks GoPro audio community folks, I've been trying to find a external mic solution and you have solved my problem. Thumbs Up

  • @manuelrubow
    @manuelrubow 10 лет назад +2

    Best test i've seen so far! Nearly perfect! Great!

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Great questions. you do not have to have it in record mode. Therefore you're not having to send the audio to the h1 micro card. As long as its turned on the sound will pass through to the hero3. If you want to record it onto zoom as well you can. i use mp3 when recording onto the h1 card, it gives you the ability to record much more. The wavs take up more space and for me, I don't really hear a difference

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Hello. The extension cable is 15 feet. I have another video testing the me52 and it's not using the wire. It's directly plugged into the hero3 and I'm about 3 - 4 feet away. You can watch the video and hear the quality. If I was going to be 5 or more feet away I'd definitely use a recorder like the zoom, or a shotgun type of microphone, since the me52 probably wont pick up the sound you need from that distance.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    I think that would work well. I used a dynamic mic, which I plugged into a small pre-amp and had the left right channel plugged into the hero3 with similar adapters as you mentioned. It worked very well. I really don't see why it wouldn't work.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Hello. I just used a 3.5mm extension cord, so male to male. Then plug it into line out on the h1 and into the gopro mic adapter. As far as an external mic yes you can plug into h1 input and still run line out to gopro, or skip line out and record straight into h1 and audio sync.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    Yeah, you know I also have noticed that simply not using the stereo adapter, or using a mono mic definitely seems to not cause problems. I have at times, used mono mic then just copied the audio into l/r channel in editing and it's worked well.

  • @danzigrulze5211
    @danzigrulze5211 11 лет назад

    Go Pro had a what I like to call the tripod casing, sound is accessible, but you will have to do some drilling on it if you want acces to the HDMI connection. Just go to GoPro's official website, they have all the accessories that you need for any setup. They are pricey too, so it's good to know what your going to be shooting with the camera before you get it.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    You are correct. Unfortunately the "frame" is nowhere near as protective as the hero2's skeletal casing.

  • @elliotstern40
    @elliotstern40 11 лет назад

    Thanks for your response. I did get the H1 and also have the Rode Stereo Video Mic. Your RUclips was very helpful. The H1 arrived today so I have not worked with it yet. The Rode so far is a big disappointment. Very low sound even when set to 0 db. -10 db which is the only other choice was very poor. On to the H1. Thanks, Elliot

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Hello, here's the thing... There is a definite "youtube" lag, however I only notice the lag on my ipad. On my PC, the original file and the youtube version have no lag. But you are correct there is a definite video lag when I watch on my iPad. Were you watching on a mobile device? If so, maybe that's the reason, though I don't know why a mobile device would cause the lag.

  • @elliotstern40
    @elliotstern40 11 лет назад

    I did not see anywhere that you listed the microphones you settled on. For 99.00 bucks the zoom h1 seemed to have quite an increase in overall volume, while the Olympus had better noise cancelling ability. I am about to test a Rode SVM. I have the Olympus based on your recommendations and it is quite good. The H1 intrigues me.
    Elliot.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    From what I have heard, generic USB adapters do not work with the hero3. I have the gopro mic adapter I purchased from gopro.com for $19.99, so I'm not certain that others won't work. However I think there are some comments below from other users that have attempted generic brand USB adapters with no success.

  • @AndrewGriffithsAuthor
    @AndrewGriffithsAuthor 10 лет назад

    Fantastic video - really appreciate you taking the time to make this. I use my GoPro 3 for recording videos mainly face to camera, how to type videos, and the external mic is perfect. Thanks!

  • @MCRideout
    @MCRideout 12 лет назад

    Nice video. The lapel mic sounds pretty good. Is it just me or is there a lag between audio and video?
    How many DVD's do you have?

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    No, the olympus is a wired lapel mic. I've used the audio technica pro 88 wireless lapel mic and that works just as good as the olympus, without the wire.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    The reason you hear one channel on other videos is because the mic is a mono one. I was using a mono to stereo adapter, which sends signal to both channels. Olympus also makes a stereo version which I did a test of on another video, its more expensive about 50 bux.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Did you try the me-51s yet? I purchased that one awhile back. Made a video testing it, as a shotgun style and I was very impressed. Hope you got yours and its working out for you.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    Cool! Thanks for the tip, I was hoping to order an extra one, but hesitated because of price. Less than 10 bucks makes it an option!

  • @RIanDavis
    @RIanDavis 11 лет назад

    Excellent review. Very helpful for me since I'm considering the GoPro Hero3. Can you plug in the 3.5mm adapter with the waterproof case on? I need to be able to do that.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Unfortunately you cannot. However you can certainly modify the waterproof case by drilling out a lil section big enough to fit the plug in. Of course this will render your waterproof case non-waterproof for future use.

  • @v95890
    @v95890 11 лет назад

    Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I sometimes get so frustrated I just want to buy it and try it-in this case, I would have lost a lot of money. Thanks again!

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    I really don't know the answer myself. I am guessing that due the smaller size of the hero3 they wanted to skip the third input which would have been the microphone input. I certainly wish it would have had the direct mic input, but in the end if that's the sacrifice for the size, I'll take it, because the smaller size is more beneficial.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    The only thing I could guess, your USB input jack may be loose? Try holding the connection tight next time, maybe while someone else is driving and see if that's it.

  • @MIKEZEROH
    @MIKEZEROH 10 лет назад

    big question, would this work for my sony camcorder??

    • @mrwednesdaythursday
      @mrwednesdaythursday  10 лет назад

      The mic adapter? It would not, but most Sony HD camcorders have a microphone input terminal.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Hello, unfortunately there are no setting, it will just record at whatever internal settings gopro made the camera with.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    It's GoPros Frame. It's the equivalent of what they used to call the skeletal housing. The old version was better, since it protected the lens. This one is simply a molded piece of plastic that fits around the gopro. It was a bit pricey as well, I think I paid $40.00. It comes with two, one that will fit with lcd screen and one that fits without lcd screen.

  • @IKS-Exploration
    @IKS-Exploration 10 лет назад

    That's great, thanks for sharing

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    If you're unaware, the gopro niche has widened far beyond sports enthusiasts. I have seen countless professional productions where the microphone used was 4-5 times larger and many times was more expensive than the gopro. The Carson Daly late night talk show is a prime example. I believe it's fair for people to hear the difference from using a lapel mic vs internal mic. In any event, if there is no point, nor circumstance for any of this, it leaves me wondering why gopro cameras have a mic input

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Yes. It's an extension cable with a female 3.5mm on one end and a male on the other end.

  • @elliotstern40
    @elliotstern40 11 лет назад

    Just a quick note. The usb jack on the Hero 3 black has fallen into the inside of the camera. It has gone back for replacement. This connection is incredibly weak. I have another black here and it's okay but has not had the USB port used as much. The camera going back is 3 months old, but Gopro certainly stood behind the product.

  • @c11umw
    @c11umw 12 лет назад

    You get a weird sterio buffeting noise when using the Zoom H1 @ 5:30
    I get the same with a Hero2 and a stereo lapel mic in my crash helmet - so bad that I had to switch to using a mono mic as, for some reason, the mono feed cleans up the audio a huge amount

  • @monstal91
    @monstal91 11 лет назад

    @Wednesday Thursday actually nvm that previous comment, I read comments below lol but I would like to know #1 how long was your extension cable? And #2 how well does the mic work NOT taped to your chest and at about the same distance from you as the GoPro?

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Personally I have not tried this mic, maybe others have ?

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Hello, I don't believe that will work. I believe the gopro was set up internally so that the usb input could accept the adapter and microphone. However I have not tried this on a point and shoot through the usb connection. Worth a shot, but unlikely to work.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  12 лет назад

    I've not noticed any lag yet. Not sure how many DVDs, but most of what's behind me are CDs.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    The h1 is awesome! It's great to have around for many uses ad along with other video equipment. With the gopro I've since learned you really need to have the settings on the h1 at a lower input then I did in this video. I agree the volume is a bit much but you can definitely get better sound wen you find the correct audio gain level for what your filming. Yes I also love the Olympus especially for the price.

  • @Farsight
    @Farsight 12 лет назад

    Where did you get that black mounting case for your GoPro Hero 3 that allows for a space for the input. The regular mounts don't work unless you drill a hole into them.

  • @adri.khaz.6290
    @adri.khaz.6290 10 лет назад

    Thanks but which is the best mic under 100$ for go pro hero 3 silver?

  • @mrchoppa90
    @mrchoppa90 9 лет назад

    I'm a musician and I want to run a line out of my personal headphone mix directly into the usb gopro adaptor is that possible to capture the sound as well?

  • @MaxSpeedMediaLive
    @MaxSpeedMediaLive 11 лет назад

    Did you shoot this in 720p? The video looks fish-eyed. I have only shot in 1080p and it doesn't fish-eye the video like that. I am still looking for a good setup with an external mic to shoot video from the GoPro which is side mounted on my motorcycle helmet. My voice is hardly picked up at all with the internal mic, especially while riding the pit bikes which are really loud! Any suggestions?

  • @costageoref3309
    @costageoref3309 10 лет назад +1

    Hi people can i use my zoom H2 HANDY RECORDER as a mike for my Gopro hero3+ if so witch port do i use ?

  • @GaryDmedia
    @GaryDmedia 9 лет назад

    Thanks for setting up all of those tests, its clear that the external mics are far superior. Just happened on you channel. Nicely done. +Wednesday Thursday

  • @dranalytical
    @dranalytical 11 лет назад

    how come you dont get the static crackle when you are inside the car? if I am moving in a car, no matter how its mounted or held, there is crackle in the audio. Stumped

  • @TheDrizzleX
    @TheDrizzleX 11 лет назад

    oops, just checked it actually $40 for the frame mount to be able to use the adapter. Of course it plus shipping so comes to an additional $60+.

  • @brianmcmahon1546
    @brianmcmahon1546 10 лет назад

    Great video. Thanks for sharing. Question. I want to take my road bike on the mountains and use standard headphones (ear buds) with inline mic (iPhone type - skull candy). Do you think will work? I guess I would have to buy the skeleton case to gain access for side ports but I'm okay with that if it works. Thanks in advance.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    It will work with any hero3, once you have the 3.5mm to usb adapter.

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    Olympus ME-52W Noise Canceling Microphone
    It's 16 bux on amazon right now.

  • @Oli_B.
    @Oli_B. 11 лет назад

    That adapter doesnt work on my cam. Is anyrhing to change in the settings?

  • @danzigrulze5211
    @danzigrulze5211 11 лет назад

    I'm building a sustainable camera rig with the Gopro Hero3. I've got a Audio technica direct condenser camera mount mic. Once I get everything together. I'm going to make a vid of the entire rig to show you how to make a Gopro into an all around video camera combined with a light camera rig, external audio input, led lighting, and all connected to a solar back pack for continous recording. Better then shelling out 1000 bucks on an HD camera/camcorder

  • @v95890
    @v95890 11 лет назад

    I'm wondering since I have trouble finding point and shoot cameras that take video with a mic input, if I could also use this adapter from 1/8 input to a mini usb or micro usb-which ever the camera has that I choose and if it will also record from the external mic since it appears you've just connected it into the port that connects the camera to the computer-something that should be on all cameras and camcorders.

  • @MrTwistedpretzel
    @MrTwistedpretzel 11 лет назад

    Could i please see the setups hooked up on the go pro??
    please.

  • @ironDsteele
    @ironDsteele 10 лет назад

    Will it accept stereo or mono microphones?

  • @jasonmac3594
    @jasonmac3594 12 лет назад

    i ordered the external mic you used for your go pro test. i just got a go pro black edition, and i got olympus mic in mail today but it doesnt have a cord or clip attachment, just mic. im new to this. where do i get the cord and clip that works with this microphone so i can mic myself up 5 feet away with cord and clip on my clothes. id be so appreciative. i didnt know mic would come without a cord or mic clip.

  • @TheDrizzleX
    @TheDrizzleX 11 лет назад

    One thing though. You cannot use the attachment with the cases they give you so you have to pay another $20 for the mic adapter and another $20 for the case to be able to even use it with a mount. Worst of all its a mount that doesnt even protect the lens at all.
    Great vid! Just some thoughts.

  • @jpcyphers
    @jpcyphers 12 лет назад

    Another question I have, is the adaptor true stereo left and right, or is it 2 channel mono? Thanks for your help btw.

  • @2cool0
    @2cool0 12 лет назад

    why didn't they just have the externel micinput on the go pro? does using the usb make the sound better?

  • @jpcyphers
    @jpcyphers 12 лет назад

    I just ordered the GoPro Hero3 Black Edition, along with that adaptor. Any reason why I can't plug the line level output of a mixing board into that, with the proper patch cable, like 2- 1/4" plugs L/R at one end, and a 3.5mm at the other end?

  • @adamkhan123123
    @adamkhan123123 12 лет назад

    so, is the 3.5 mm mic adapter affect the quality of the sound recorded??

  • @KempeRallyTV
    @KempeRallyTV 11 лет назад

    I have this camera in a rally car. Works Olympus ME-52 in a rally car?

  • @swetuna
    @swetuna 11 лет назад

    Great job of making this test :) The lapel mic seems to be a winner
    Thanks for a great video

  • @bikerfreak714
    @bikerfreak714 11 лет назад

    on second view, the video actually lags the audio, not the other way around. Does hero 3 have a/v sync issues or just a youtube issue?

  • @mrwednesdaythursday
    @mrwednesdaythursday  11 лет назад

    I do not believe the original gopro hd has external mic capabilities. Thehero2 does but that's a regular 3.5 mm jack. This adapter then would only work for hero3.

  • @Jordcurious
    @Jordcurious 11 лет назад

    I have to original GoPro HD can I use this adaptor on there?

  • @2cool0
    @2cool0 11 лет назад

    Can you use any USB to mic converter? Or does it have to be specifically made by gopro?

  • @CC-wg1mr
    @CC-wg1mr 10 лет назад

    Is it possible to adjust the audio level from the H1 to the GoPro?

  • @petma835
    @petma835 10 лет назад

    Sharing good ideas I can add it is also possible keeping the case (the smaller 3+) and using external microphone/composite/power with a solution similar to this GoPro Hero3 + Black - DIY external mic adapter cable to fit inside case (waterproof)

  • @garionporter5961
    @garionporter5961 11 лет назад

    I have not been able to verify if gopro3 records in mono or can it do stereo ( stereo mics)

  • @missychrissssy
    @missychrissssy 9 лет назад

    That's interesting with the shotgun mic there's a bit of a lag and lots of feedback- I thought you had layered the audio! This was such a great review for audio. This is a huge factor for purchasing a go-pro for me, thank you so so much!! :)

  • @AviationChannel452
    @AviationChannel452 12 лет назад

    can you please explain how to use an external mic with the gopro, i bought a NON gopro adapter wire 3.5mm Mic Adapter, and i have an extra setting when connecting the wire, it looks like a playback setting i dont know how to use it!! i went flying and it never recorded my voice!!! your help would be appreciated!!

  • @chillinlikeavillian2216
    @chillinlikeavillian2216 11 лет назад +1

    THANK YOU SO MUCH

  • @pkfir3
    @pkfir3 11 лет назад

    Hey Wednesday Thursday,
    Do you know if I can hook up the 3.5mm usb adapter to a wireless lavalier mic system and it function properly?

  • @kirk868
    @kirk868 11 лет назад

    how if i connect a mic from my big camera standard mic from sony hvr 1000 e. Is there possibility to make damage to a gopro??
    .

  • @XxnitroxXxwarrenxX
    @XxnitroxXxwarrenxX 11 лет назад

    Would you be able to use this adapter on any go-pro, or even the white edition? Thanks :)

  • @monstal91
    @monstal91 11 лет назад

    Does the Olympus ME52 work wireless or does it have to be wired to the GoPro?

  • @DavidSanchez-zr5ig
    @DavidSanchez-zr5ig 9 лет назад

    would this work for any action camera? i have the sj4000

  • @KommentARSCHreiber
    @KommentARSCHreiber 11 лет назад

    great video. Ive also a hero3 BE and a miniUSB-mic adapter. But it dosn´t work. I put it in and i also hear the internal mic. Must I got to the menu an click on something?
    thanks

  • @muscle99sav
    @muscle99sav 12 лет назад

    What external.mic would you recomend to be used for motorcycle vlogging?

  • @grantprice1932
    @grantprice1932 11 лет назад +2

    Thanks for the vid. Very helpful!

  • @jozac2871
    @jozac2871 11 лет назад

    i have a trouble with sound, the volume is too low,i barely even here my voice...any suggestions??hero3 silver

  • @Abbemalmsten
    @Abbemalmsten 10 лет назад

    My canon 500d(Rebel T1i) does not have a mic input, do you know if this adapter will work to my camera? If not, do you know if there is an adapter to my camera?

  • @DandaNgsan
    @DandaNgsan 11 лет назад

    Iv seen other videos on yotube with the sound on one side when using the me52

  • @audiecarter8886
    @audiecarter8886 11 лет назад

    Thanks, excellent comparison

  • @kauxkaux
    @kauxkaux 12 лет назад

    Thanks for the video...
    Wow the internal mix is 1000 better than on the hero 2!

  • @danielgomezfonseca7949
    @danielgomezfonseca7949 11 лет назад

    Does it work for GoPro white edition?

  • @Untitlephotgraphy
    @Untitlephotgraphy 11 лет назад

    how where you able to have the mic on youre shirt? did you have a long cable?

  • @Witness2282
    @Witness2282 12 лет назад

    Very helpful video dude...thanks for taking the time to make it

  • @CrossfireAmbush
    @CrossfireAmbush 11 лет назад

    Hi, question please. Do you know if I can input a stereo signal (mixing board) and get stereo results using the microphone adapter you are reviewing in this video or is it mono only. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

  • @enokmagnusson9128
    @enokmagnusson9128 11 лет назад

    can you use the polar pro mic

  • @DandaNgsan
    @DandaNgsan 11 лет назад

    Did you edit the audio afterwards?

  • @HighOctaneGamer
    @HighOctaneGamer 11 лет назад

    The internal mic on the hero 3 doesn't even sound that bad! Didn't know that, but the external does obviously sound even better

  • @10JaReBeAr10
    @10JaReBeAr10 12 лет назад

    What program do you use to edit videos?

  • @ImSoHM02
    @ImSoHM02 11 лет назад

    Thanks man :) Getting my Go Pro for my birthday in a week

  • @smwbureau
    @smwbureau 11 лет назад

    thank you so much for this great research video! it was very helpful. although i am disappointed that the hero 3 does not have a external mic input and that you'll have to get the adaptor separately, but the quality is not that bad and i approve of it overall
    Thank you for making this video!

  • @m3lowiesvlog715
    @m3lowiesvlog715 9 лет назад +1

    Best review ever!thanks a lot!

  • @ImSoHM02
    @ImSoHM02 11 лет назад

    Do you have a link to your Lapel microphone? :)