Best Microphone for Interviews - 3 Best Handheld Microphones
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
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Best Handheld Microphones LIST and NOTES:
1. Sennheiser EW 100 omni-directional clip-on Microphone Kit System geni.us/Ju2TK (Amazon)
This is the newest version of the kit I purchased in 2009. I have done over 200 video interviews with these mics.
Here are the 3 things you would need for the set-up mentioned in this video.
* Mic Electro-Voice RE50/B - geni.us/PdaIK (Amazon)
* Transmitter Sennheiser SKP 100 geni.us/VNPKPHi (Amazon)
* Receiver Sennheiser EK 100 - geni.us/MJpuMn (Amazon)
Note: Make sure to get the same band / frequency range when it comes to your wireless transmitter and receiver if you buy them separately. For example: "A-Band" or "G-Band" etc.
2. Sescom SES-TR-153 Female XLR to RA 3.5mm 1/8 Pro DSLR Mic Cable, 10 Ft geni.us/3ODNU (Amazon)
Rode REPORTER Omnidirectional Dynamic Interview Microphone
geni.us/D4sxB (Amazon)
3. Zoom H1 Handy Portable Digital Recorder
geni.us/5mDFWVO (Amazon)
Note: When recording interviews with two handheld mics or two lapel mic, I use a Zoom H4N to record 2 channels of audio separately. Check out the Zoom H4n here: geni.us/pNsyXF2 (Amazon)
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About this video:
In this video Sean Cannell from THiNK media TV reviews the 3 best microphone for interviews and handheld microphone dslr solutions. If you are looking for an interview microphone for DSLR or even a point and shoot camera, check out this video. Sean has done over 200 video interviews and these interview mics are his top picks!
So I was hunting for what microphone I should use for an "in the field" interview and of COURSE I happened upon one from you, Sean! Every time I have a questions about my show, there you are with the answer. Thank you for the plethora of valuable content!!!
I cant believe youtube hasn't recommended this channel sooner i love it!!!!!!!!!!!
thanks, just picked up the Zoom H1N
I use the Zoom H2N and its great for voiceovers, interviews, vlogging, etc.
sir I must say, you are helping me and inspiring me to start my own channel, even though I might be starting with my phone, but with your tips and tricks I feel less stressed and not as doubtful. I thank you, your my favorite when it comes to tech reviews and information
I also love the Zoom H1. Amazing sound quality, light and not bulky. I considered buying the newest model for some times but I'm great I bought this one. Really wonderful.
Thanks for your clean and clear video, as always. (Even though it's the first time I comment :))
Me too!
I purchased the Rode recorder mic and cable as you recommended in this video, along with the M6 Mk ii you recommended in a different video - the hiss is savage. I've tried reducing the volume on the camera settings but then it's too quiet. What am I doing wrong and why is the hiss hugely present at all volume settings?
So close to 100,000! congrats! You've helped me SOOO much w my new channel and I'm growing everyday. I have a very specific niche audience but thanks to you I believe I'm adding great production value also (which is not common in my section of channels). Can't wait for the 100,000 subs video.
I just checked your channel through this video, and just a minute ago you uploaded a video about your gear getting stolen :( Hang in there buddy ! Maybe crowdfund for some basics ?
We use the sennheiser G1 wireless mic system, Zoom H1, Yamaha Pocketrak PR7 (Like the Zoom H1), and a takstar SGC-598 on board Shotgun mic. We even use our first wireless mic, the Radioshack 33-3013 lapel mic. Can plug into either recorder. We use it in a pinch.
Which microphones is best for live group musicians(drums,singer,guitar,etc)????
High to low range
Almost 100k subs man, well deserved, great helpful channel!
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Road to Pro wait... Did he really grow THAT FAST????
Yup
2 million now 🐐
Its really hard to find reviews on handheld wireless mics.. thanks bro!
I realise this comment is very late. I appreciate the evaluation of the various microphones and you make some very valid points which have helped me to decide on which factors to look out for when choosing a "reporters" microphone, but I cannot express how annoying the sound effect you use for your visual prompts on screen is, I find It interrupts your vocal to a quite alarming extent. I respectfully ask you to either loose the sound effect completely, or at least turn it down by 20dB or so.
Too much denoiser starting at 5:18, if you didn't do it then your 70D is doing some weird and horrible things with the noise. It makes it sound like 64kbps mp3. Nice video regardless, thanks for putting in the time and effor to put this together.
How do you make videos using 2 handheld microphones?
He used the zoom H4N which is an external audio recorder. He recorded the audio separate from the video and during editing matched up the video and audio. The zoom H4N can connect two mics in
I'm looking for a WIRELESS handheld mic for street interviews, that are not expensive. Suggestions ??
hi All - One more question. Any recommendations for a wired handheld interview mic that will go straight into a smartphone?
Røde mic has like -56 gain which everyone fails to mention, this can be a severe deal breaker for most people because they do not have equipment enough to boost that
@Savannah Finnessey
It means the Røde mic is pretty awfully unsensitive and needs to be boosted heavily to obtain normal level. Preferably -7 or -3 audio levels.
@Savannah Finnessey
What are you connecting it to? The mic needs phantom power and the boost means for example any device with XLR input that has a dial allowing you to make the microphone "louder" if you will.
If you do not make the mic "louder" in the XLR device, you get a very quiet sound, but if you boost it in post (in software) you get a lot of noise in the background.
@Savannah Finnessey
Its not gonna do the job, you need XLR input with ability to boost the mic.
Test from OUTSIDE Outdoor? sorry i forgot that Interviews are sometimes outside...thanks
I most often use the Zoom h1. Allthough you have to get the Wind cover for it (included in the accessories kit) otherwise you might experience swosh noises if the interviewer moves the recorder too rapidly..
I am considering upgrading the setup further with a Røde Reporter or similar and then using a xlr to 3.5 mm adapter cable to connect it to the H1
*I HAVE A QUESTION*
2:12 how did you use two mics at the same time on your DSLR?
Bro you’re always the first person that pops up when I’m looking for something I love your channel
Is the Sony a58k or Canon 70d good for vlogs?Will sony telephoto lens(55-300)will work with canon 70d?Which mic is best for vlogging? Please answer Sean ASAP!!
a great live ongoing event would be a critique setting where peeps can get together and critique each others work. the great thing about a real school is one learns from the cohort not just the teacher. live chat is perfect for encouraging engagement and give peeps individual help. it is also rewarding showing work together.
I’d be curious to see what recommendations you have for an iPhone or Android setup.
You might be the most helpful human on RUclips. I’m updating all my sound equipment and this video (and a few other tech vids of yours) saved me hours and hours of research. Just bought the reporter mic/sennheiser kit which was exactly what I wanted, but didn’t know how to go about finding it. THANK YOU
Danm, Ive looking for a videos like this for a couple of weeks now, All mic videos talk about the mic itself but do no make test or even put an example, and most important thing, how the mic goes connected to te camera (wire or wireless, or mic device recorded) best video ever lml definitely I will subscribe
Sennheiser MD46 is a good broadcast quality "in the field..." stick mic option, as well... and it won't break the bank.
I second that. I own 5 of them.
I third that . .. we have three, great with a mic flag and even gloves. Wired or wireless to a Sound Devices MixPre, gain and audio quality to die for.
Thank you for this Think Media! I was looking for this and wondering it for years!
That first mic, can u use some kind of adapter and turn it into a Lightning plug? I wanna buy it for a friend that uses a iPhone for live streams.
I have used the H1 and H1n in the past. Then shotguns for a while. My recent one has been a RE50B with a Tascam DR10x recorder on the bottom which probably came out after this video was made but has been great so far.
hey steven, i'd like to do just audio with RE50B mic and instead of the wireless pack as shown above, it's a recorder on the bottom... and that's it. is this what you have set up? thanks, mike
Love my Zoom H1N. Glad to know it's "legitimate" to use it for ENG stuff and not just capturing effects. I use it as an on camera mic more than anything else!
100k!!! Congratulations! You earned it. Crazy growth.
Can u show us a hack to use the rode wireless go as a handheld mic for interviews?
The last one is a good option because u can interview with the zoom mic and than hook up lav mics, that way you have options
Jesus, dawg, thank you bro! I’ve been looking for videos about interview microphones and couldn’t find any!!
I have all three mikes you have suggested but have never used the Zoom Mike in the field. It seemed too small too cheap and just not good enough should quality. The Sein... however you spell it was our main mike for years until the Reporter came along and it is just the best fit for us when fitted with a good cable of course and phantom power. I have a question for you all. Why are you pissing around with DSLRs and Zoom recorders. Wouldn't it be much better and cheaper to just get a proper high end professional Video or Cinema Camera? Try JVC for one If it is good enough for the BBC it should be good enough for you. Panasonic and even Sony do a reasonable job with sound and there is not the issues that you will have with Zoom recorders batteries, switches and set ups. So tell me how I am wrong or am I missing something here.
thanks for this..5 years later the Re 50E senheiser still looks expensive...what are current options?any one?
Hello and greetings from Ireland. Have just done a sound quality test on four of my microphones... The Rode reporter, the Ixm yellowtec recording microphone, the Shure SM58 and the Rode Procaster. I would rate the Ixm and the procaster as joint number 1. Not far behind the Shure Sm 58 and last the Rode reporter. The Ixm yellowtec is pretty expensive at 750 euro but so easy to use.. Just a mic, no cables or recorders. The procaster is definitely not a handheld but what sound quality. However eventhough cheapest of them all at 110 euro the Shure SM58 is definitely the old dog for the hard road... Beautiful sound fromm a simple old mic. The Rode Reporter I found was very treble.
Stay safe
John
I use the Rode Reporter Omnidirectional Interview Microphone with a Zoom H6 Handy Recorder for interviews at festivals and shows.
Hi sir what kind of microphone using in public that can be compatible in mobile phone vivo
would it look weird to use a handheld usb mic for regular vids or put it in a close proximity off camera to get better quality?
thanks
Can u use (Sescom e 11 inches/27cm Camera Microphone with Metal Holder, Anti-Wind Foam Cap Xq Cable) (Bestshoot Condenser Interview Microphone Photography Shotgun Mic for Video Camcorders DSLR DV Camcorder 11 inches/27cm Camera Microphone with Metal Holder, Anti-Wind Foam Cap XLR Cable)???
We need another review for 2022. Perhaps tech has improved.
What would you recommend for a video camera that is 100-200 dollars that will allow someone to make reasonable b-roll footage doing product reviews that has an external mic for using a shotgun mic for secent audio. DSLR is out of the budget just starting out. I often see budget vlogging cameras reviewed but never do they say if they have an external mic nor do they say if it would be good for something like tech reviews and/or fairly decent B-roll footage, it being able to live stream as a webcam would also be a great feature.
i use zoom h1 with my canon g7x. solution to a no mic input camera. works fine with interviews as well especially in loud places. :)
skullcandy handsfree mic working ok for me for now because still growing my channel and want to buy more stuff as i get money in hand
Would love to see you guys do an update on these. I just finished testing and reviewing the Comica interview mic for smartphones and for the price the sound is pretty damn good.
This is the best channel for these sort of reviews and recommendations.
You're so awesome! Love this channel! 🙌🏽
Little nervous about the hiss on the RODE mic. I just purchased the mic, how do I reduce the hiss?
My Sennheiser mic is garbage the inside of the XLR on the mic wearout and nothing will stay plugged into it .this happened after very little use .
your device audio is good than these 3 devices. which one you are using?
Can u make a video about mics that can be used on iPhone
Roland R-07 is a great alternative to the Zoom H1. Costs more but sounds a lot better. And can be remote controlled via Bluetooth.
when the webinar will start? im waiting for lesson from you..
Hey! Thanks so much for this video. I’m doing interviews at a convention soon and this was so helpful.
Does the cable option work for plugin the mic to a iphone? (Rode Reporter + SES-TR-150 Cable + iPhone) ??
Is it possible to have multiple of thes Zoom H1 mics connected to one another/ the same camera, action camera, or smartphone?
Does this kind of microphone works for an iPhone?
If not, can I get one?
Sean, thanks for all of the great advice and tips. Starting my own RUclips channel. Every step of the way I always check your channel first. Keep up the good work, your the best and most professional.
Jan
The Zoom H1, the cheap Audio Technica lapel mic, and all around great mic the AT2005USB.
Thanks so much for this video Sean. I have the Zoom H1 (I used it with a Sony lavalier for my movie reviews) but was curious how it would be for interviews. I have one at a horror convention in December. Now I know so thank you so much! Quick question...what input level setting do you use on the Zoom H1 for interviews?
Drumdums i need this informations alo
*also
Was a good review but should have monitored the audio on the H1 before doing that interview, was a little over cranked, also be aware if you run your fingers over the plastic on the H1 it will pick it up, great mike but would avoid holding the body when recording if possible, speaking from experience.
i used a blue yeti for quite some time and now i use a aperture alav and rode video micro
how do you plug it into dslr?
I’m impressed for your presentation
I use an AT2020 linked through Scarlett 2i2 and a Macbook Pro, but it's a pain to bring all that gear along each time, so I'm thinking of getting a Zoom H1. I'm just worried about not being able to monitor it as easily.
The music in the back round on the 3rd mic was that put in or was that being picked up in the back round?
I'm trying to find a microphone that could be set on a table to record the voice of two people sitting at the table. Like a sit down interview. any Help?
Johan Navarro
i just used a Sony IDC - UX533 in my pocket set at medium level to record my now deceased brother in law from 10 feet away. No one was aware of this but, i thought it would be liked sometime in the future. i've used it at a podium stuck there with gaffers tape and it did a wonderful job of picking up the speaker person. I also have a Roland R-05 for doing he same. both are great recorders. I presume the one he's using is also good.
I picked up the SESCOM cable and Rode Reporter and it's not working on my Sony A7C 🤔
I've been waiting for the Rode Reporter and transmitter duo. Meanwhile, I've used a Sony and Canon small mic the size of a Chapstick, with electrical tape around it and a $25 Karaoke microphone from Target to make it look like a professional reporter's mic. The Sony and Canon mics, which are nearly identical, are amazing, but I do want to step up to either the Sennheiser or Rode Reporter mic. I'm hoping the Rode Reporter mic and its transmitter just out will work with my Rode FilmMaker Kit to save having to buy a complete set of the transmitter and receiver pair to make the mic wireless. You would do well to comment on this. I've been happy thus far with other Rode mics that I've bought that include the NTG2 shotgun, and their PIN MIC that camouflages the mic on most all clothing and makes any videographer appear to be a real professional.
I use a Zoom H1. Super versatile in so many ways.
i use the rode videomic rycote. it works perfectly!
Hi I'm trying to buy the second option, I have a canon t21 rebel...do you think it will work.
The Sennheiser AVX wireless system is awesome. You don't have to worry about frequency issues like the EVO systems. It is expensive as hell however.
Is the Rode Wireless Go II good to make interviews?
the first option isn't on amazon anymore, any ideas how to get it?
Is the 80d or 70d worth it? I cant decide! I want to do reviews, social experiments, and blogs... so basically I want a good DSLR for general, multipurpose use
Might as well congratulate you on reaching 100k subs Sean, as you are at like 99k now. It's been great to watch your channel grow. I think you were around the 15-20k when I subbed.
Hey Sean! Your so close to 100K!!!!! You've blown up recently and is so happy for u!!!! Here's to another 100k!
1.4m now aha
hey what camera would you recommend for video, less than $200 maybe. No vlog. say maybe sunsets... Can you please Reply somehow? Thanks would really appritiate it !!
Does the Rode Reporter need a receiver?
I like the tips and the choices you have braught, but i still have doughts on which Ones are better !! the hand held mikes ! or the linked to camera mikes...! thanks again for your fine work. keep it up.
Wooooooow I was just looking for a new mic and I'm confronted with my lost idol ShayCarl :(
He was my inspiration to start on RUclips in 2006! Sad story now I guess....
Thanks for the video Sean! You're best ___ videos have been great for me in learning to use my camera. Also appreciate you and Benji on your other channel.
I use either the rode videomic pro or a sm58
I like the tips and the choices that you braught, but i still have a dought on which Ones are better !! the hand held mikes ! or the liked to camera mikes...! thanks again for your fine work. keep it up 👍
used a sm 58 connected to a zoom h6 recorder at a rock festival. worked fine.
Yes! thank you for this video. That handy recorder is well needed!!
Can you review the Comica Interview Reporter Handheld Cardioid Microphone for Smartphone ?
Will the Sescom and Rodeo Mic work for the Iphone 8 while recording on camera? Please I need to know!
Id really like a mic 🎤 that is wireless & handheld that is cheap. Like $50 or less no more than $100. Mainly for the interviews when I go in public it will look better than those who use their iPhones 📲. Also I thought about just using my boom mic 🎙 some of my cameras 🎥 came with them haven’t really done a lot of outside recording mostly in door in front of my green screen.
Do you have any suggestion for classical music videos ? especially for microphones ? I have a zoom q3hd but the sound quality , especially for the violin , is not very good .
So do you have to record audio seperately and then put it on the video using editing software?
thanks a lot, very good suggestions. im going with the rode reporter with the DSLR cable and foam wind-breaker ball bundle on amazon thanks to your suggestion. eventually i will look into a wireless mic for the more hectic situations.
Can't find the Sescom cable for sale anywhere atm, do you know of any alternate brands or what I should be looking for? I want to go for a wired option
Does anyone know if I can use the RODE reporter with my iPhone XR? I am just starting and don't want to drop a bunch of money!
We use a RØDE lavelier mic under the shirt for our vids... But as you said in the video.. the editing gets a lil more tricky! Awesome video as always Sean! For voiceover we use a Snowball Ice ;)
Hello Sean-Diddy, informative even years later. Over the past 4 years there have been half-a-dozen XLR transmitters (Rode, Senn, Deity, etc...) I'm sure we'd love to hear your take on the sound quality and/or features (like the Deity record to card & transmit at the same time). I'm sure you're at no loss for content to create but please add that one to the list for 2022. ;) Thx for all the amazing content!
Thanks your videos help me so much