You’re not the first to change to DJI and I’m sure there will be plenty more following your lead. Very good and relatively easy setup although costly but definitely worth it for vloggers. Sound is good and I can’t see anything wrong with the vision. Maybe you see it when editing but certainly not a problem for me. Looking forward to the upcoming trip and all your planning goes well.
You could probably use a USB-C male to female .25cm cable and pop the adaptor into your helmet as well to keep it safely tucked away from the elements.
Looks good and sounds good Paul. You are not the only one suffering problems with GoPro. Fortunately I have a GoPro 4 and it works fine. But then again I am not a you vlogger. Keep the videos coming. Always enjoy your presentations
Nicely done mate! Good video, to the point. I also switched to the Action 3 and their reliability was absolutely bulletproof when I rode 9 days in the Himalayas, and riding in the heat back home in the Philippines.
I just picked up the DJI mics and am excited to try them on the bike. I struggled with the best/most secure way to mount it to my helmet. Your solution is brilliant and your sound is killer. Well done!
Great video with valuable tips, I'm looking for a wireless microphone to use in the helmet that pairs via bluetooth with the go pro 11 but apparently it doesn't exist... I can't believe that at the current technological level of the 21st century, motorcyclists have to ride with a bunch of wires and all sorts of kludges, just to get external audio on the go pro... Sacant by the manufacturer, which for commercial convenience prefers to sell expensive and monstrous adapters, harming the user experience, than allowing a microphone or wireless headset pair via bluetooth, which I believe would technically be possible, unless I'm mistaken...
Pipe sounds awesome through the mic, back pocket.. great idea! Looking to get same set up for filming my KTM 890R rides so thx for putt in this together. Looking at connecting the DJI mic up to an old go pro… I still have the 5.0 and looks good enough for me!
Hi, I know this video is getting on a bit now, but I've only just discovered your channel. I've invested in an Action 3 camera, but am having a bit of a nightmare trying to find clear audio with an ordinary lav mic - I've been using the original Osmo Action for a couple of years now, with moderate audio success, but it looks like DJI's wireless set up is going to be the way to go for me thanks to this video. I'm only a very small channel but decent audio is quite important to my style of commentary. Thanks for this. 👍
HI Martin, the wireless mics work very well . DJI do a 3.5 mm adapter that firs into the usb c port . it’s for the action 4 , but I tried it and it works on the 3 . I did a video on it a while ago.
@@martintraffordmoorlandbike7121 To be honest , even though I had ridden with their wireless mics at high speed with no issue …I prefer the lav mic adapter just in case the wireless unit came detached from the side port never to be found as it bounced along the road to die a death under an hgv !! . Also now less bulky. Whatever you get it’s a case of going and and testing the mics position and adjusting settings for working over a range of speeds to get useable audio. 👍
Thanks for that, yes I've just watched the video you mentioned, and I think that'll be the way for me to go. I just don't know how to access the gain adjustment on the camera though - is it a menu that pops up when you plug in a mic? (sorry about all the questions, but I'm a bit of a technophobe!) Sorry, ignore the above. I miraculously found it myself. 🥴
New subscriber. Absolutely love your audio. I have the same set up and use it the same way. I also have the Osmo Action and going to purchase the Osmo Action 3 this summer. Good job on your content mate. Ride safe.
Thanks for posting this. Like you, I am fed up with GoPro, primarily because of the hassle with trying to get decent external audio. As soon as DJI or Insta360 video quality that is equal to (or better than) GoPro then I'll bail on GoPro. I think the Chinese systems are getting very close to overtaking GoPro on video quality. One thing I did notice in your video, and I think this is just a post issue, is that there is a very slight delay between the channels for the exhaust notes. I think this is because the rear mic is closer and the helmet mic is a bit further away, so it appears as a very slight echo. You may be able to address that is post by going for a tighter fit between the channel tracks. I'm not 100% sure what the cause is but I do hear a very slight echo in your audio when you compare the two channels.
Hi. You may be correct and I may not have adjusted the 2 tracks exactly in post. Just waiting for the DJI 3.5 mm audio adapter to arrive which should mean that I do away with the receiver unit I plug into the usb port of the camera. It's designed for moto vlogging. 👍
I stopped vlogging because of the hassel with audio, syncing etc. But I think I have found the ultimate set up. The Osmo 3 coupled with the DJI Mics, I have only one slight worry and that is this, I would be nervous about the receiver falling out of the camera. If you have sourced a solution to prevent this happening, I would like to know what you have done to mitigate this risk.
Guys, the more permanent fix is using a cold shoe mount. I have a video on the setup if you would like the details. It's much more solid then plugging it in the USB-c. ruclips.net/video/rgW66bwk-ao/видео.htmlsi=0O8-DSEKiFBtUOIE
Sounds great. I just got DJI mic 2 what i don't like it the receiver connection to the action 3 as it's not very secure and with a bump could easy snap off.
I use an elastic band to secure it. It's been fine at speeds in excess of 100mph! Other option which I now use, is a cable from the receiver to the DJI 3.5mm adapter , with the receiver attached to the bottom of the camera mount.
Nice setup. I found in the past if you use aftermarket GoPro batteries they cause the freezing issue. The original ones didn’t have the problem for me. The only thing in your video is the DJI image seems slightly washed out specially at the horizon. Maybe some tweaking on the settings can improve it.
Thanks, I wouldn't go near gopro if you paid me. Lost too much footage, even with the original batteries. Quality is better with GP, but useless if the footage gets corrupted. Also the ease of use with the magnetic mount and the fact you don't have to pay for a media cage makes the dji way better for ease of use. Will be ordering the dji action 4 soon. 👍
@@gsd32iThat is what turned me away from GP. Even with the Hero 12. I had one on order and then reading review after review after review of freezing, corrupt files, lost footage, etc I cancelled my order and started researching DJI. Same price point but they seem to drive the reliability out of the park! I saved a few bucks and ordered the Action 3. The differences between the 3 and 4 didn't affect me, so this is my starting point. Great video! Thank you for making it and giving an honest review!
@@travisandmissydogthanks . Still not had one corrupt file . Only issue with both the 3/4 is the firmness of the buttons . But the voice activation works pretty well . If u r after audio too then have a look at the DJI mics . 👍
@@gsd32iYes, looking into that now. Finding out that the Rode Wireless Go II aren't that great. So been researching the DJI wireless. Seems very well thought out and is standing the test of time and updates.
@@travisandmissydog the advantage with the 4 is that they now do a 3.5mm lavalier mic adapter which I am waiting to be delivered which means u don’t have to have the DJI receiver plugged into the camera saving bulk (but it’s really light ) I have tried plugging a lav mic into the side of the 4 and the audio was terrible . The adapter apparently improves this …. Apparently . 🙈
What chin mount is that? Have osmo action 4 on the way and looking for a mount. Seen one that straps to the helmet but cannot close visor fully and reviews say they break easy
Hi, I would like to use the DJI Mic 2 for motovlogging, but I have a question. Do I just pair the transmitter (mic) with my Insta360 X4, and that's it, or do I also need to connect the DJI receiver to the X4? I read that you get worse audio quality without the receiver. Also, with the transmitter inside the helmet, would it be better to connect a lavalier mic to it? Thanks
Hi. I am not an expert. What I have found works for me is the dji mic receiver plugged into the camera via a lead or usb c and I attach the transmitter to the inside of the helmet and then adjust the settings accordingly, very much trial and error. I don't know much about the mic2 or x4.
Loved the video and the comments about GoPro. I too am a DJI fan and have the wireless mic but have been afraid to plug it into the action 3 while riding my bike. What has been your experience? Did you wind up using elastic or something else to prevent losing it?
Hahahaha yes indeed , elastic band to the rescue. The other option is to simply download the audio from the wireless microphone and then synch them in post edit . 👍
Been subscribed for a while and enjoy all your content, even strangely found myself watching how to repair a Hotpoont washing machine that I don't even own 😂. I'm new to using cameras on a bike and found this really interesting as you managed to get great sound from the bike. I'm not looking to speak on my vids, I played a starring role on a TMF video once and can't watch myself on that! Just two questions, what make of handlebar camera mount is that and will you be filming your trip to Normandy? Thanks for all your vids.
Love the name 👍. To be honest there are stacks of mounts/arms available some even made in China ! But I use Ram mounts . I have a ball mount attached to the bikes handle bar and then an extension arm and then the camera is mounted to a ball attachment that is then clamped onto the extension arm . Works really well . Just have to make sure the handle bars when on full lock don’t cause any of the mounts to catch your clocks or depending on what handle bar mount you go for , some quick release clamps have large knobs, that the clamp does not dig into your tank when you turn the bars . I have one of those fast clamp mounts from GoPro and that will dig into the tank on full lock . Glad you enjoyed the Hotpoint video 🤪 just finalising the Landing Beach trip and i will be doing a video . Day 1 will be Pegasus Bridge heading west to the Mulberry harbour then down to the British war cemetery in Bayeux , day 2 is from the West , St Mere eglise, Utah beach , point du hoc , Omaha beach and then finally the American cemetery . It’s been a case of deciding what to see as there is tons of stuff to see but we only have 2 days of site seeing followed by travel day either end . Hopefully dry(ish) 🙈
Great audio from both ends 😊. Much clearer, or is that just me? Camera quality from the DJI is good. If you record in RAW then you can colour grade in edit (sounds like I know what I’m talking about, but in reality I watched RUclips Videos) 😎.
I just picked up the DJI mic for my channel videos as well. Hands down game changer....using it with a few GoPros during my build but there is still the popping when riding the motorcycles and plus you have the headache of having to use the go pro media mod and all the cables which is super complicated when attached to your rig...Your set up with the Action3 seems to be the way to go here. Is the mic pretty seamless with the camera like other DJI products?
The quality of the DJI 3 is not as good as the GoPro …. But it’s still very good in the good sunlight etc. however , it’s the fact that it hasn’t frozen on me yet that makes it less annoying than GoPro. From a mic point of view I have used it at very fast speeds and the mic receiver hasn’t fallen out of the side of the helmet mounted action 3 yet , but I do put an elastic band around it 😂 . Popping is too much audio I have my tx at -7 and the rx at -10 .
HELLO :) I have some question .. I will start to motovloging with my Cbr650r but ı need the know if ı buy wiresless mic ( rode wireless me or rode wireless go 2 ) can ı take a clean woice ? because ı dont need use wired headset. can u help me about it
Hi. You have to go out and test the mic in different locations. Always useful if your mics have the ability to adjust the gain levels to reduce the wind noise etc.
Hi . My temporary fit is now how I am going to continue to use it . It stayed in place even when the GS was running flat out so that’s what on going to use and it makes taking the mic off and on easy . rip GoPro 😂
I would give the settings a go and then simply listen to the audio , also check to see of your gopro has decibel level adjustment Trial and error as helmets etc are different.👍
Brilliant videos mate… What settings are you using to have indipendente control over exhaust and voice mic volumes? I tried in stereo but ended up with the engine in my left ear and my voice in the right (so no good). In Mono of course there’s no post editing control… Any ideas?
Hi. If you use the 2 mics in mono , then pop one in your back pocket and ensure that the red record button is on the back pocket mic(safety track?) Then you get both mics audio being sent to the receiver (thats the green light on the mics) and this is burnt into the audio file on the camera , which means you can't adjust the mics audio levels individually in post edit , but the back pocket mic will have its own audio track that you can download via usb c plugged into the side of it and then drop that track onto the timeline , obviously clapping or something to synch it up with the cameras audio. Then you can as and when reduce the cameras audio(ie both mics) track and then bring up the audio of the pocket mic that will have a separate audio track recorded. Make sense?
@@gsd32i You Sir are a genius🤓! I suppose the only downside is that, when using voice commands to start and stop recording (to not film hours of pointless crap like motorways), the second mic safety track will just keep going making post sync a total nightmare? Or does the safety track also stop and start?
@@kevinofishero yes thats when you have to know when you want to record the exhaust note from the pocket as you will have synch issues...you could see if beeping your horn gets picked up on the pocket mic, I beep 2 beeps etc, safety track I believe keeps running with the red light on...only 15 hours !!!!!
You can do that in editing: I use Luma Fusion for this. I import the video, split the audio track from the video twice (to get two audio tracks). Then you can configure one audio track to «Fill from left» and the other to «Fill from right» and the sound will be in both speakers. That way you get two separate audio channels and can set different levels to suit your taste. So no need for a separate audio track and you will only have recorded sound from when you are recording video.
@@gib6383 I now have Premier Pro set to convert stereo to dual mono. Job done… Just experimenting with different places to place the second microphone.
How do u sync ur mic to another camera? are u using 1 mic for two camera? like how do u get sound for GO PRO HERO 8 when is the mic is on DJI? Action 3?
So purchased a Go Pro 11 in Dec 22. Within a week was turning off, freezing. After a month of trying everything Go Pro said to do they changed it in early Feb. Unfortunately I was not well so didn't test till 4 weeks later. Again straight out the box it was freezing, shutting down and corrupting files. So again all the same rubbish Go Pro telling me what's wrong, manual update, battery faulty (I tried three), SD card faulty ( I tried three) they finally swapped it again. First ride out two weeks ago and switched off in four minutes. Continued to shut down or freeze everything I used it so done manual update and tried a week later and still same problem. Phoned Go Pro and they want to send me a fourth camera. I laughed and said no I want my money back. They said that's not our policy, I replied is it your policy to supply a working camera? I've spoken to my credit card company and they will refund the money and take it up with you as I've never had a working item and everything is detailed on your computer. Anyway looked at the Osmo 3 as I don't won't an insta 360 x3 due to all the editing and think the wireless mics are the best quality I've heard in a crash helmet. Also I love the way the camera uses the magnetic brackets. I agree the quality isn't as good however it doesn't matter how good it is if it doesn't work. Will get the adventure pack as seems best value. I'm interested ti hear what the audio sounds like with something like a purple panda plugged in. Thanks for review. Tim.
Tim I am with you totally on that. Just been out on a used 2019 mt09 doing a video and with the voice command being used to start and stop the recording on the action 3 it all works so well, no issues . The dji wireless mics are very good. I still use my gopro 8 on the bars looking back so it's not a major thing if it freezes. gopro sadly have lost me as a customer......now if only dji would bring out the 4 which moves the quality to above that of gopro....
It was a bit of a trip thing to be honest. The clip at the end, when I muted the helmet mic gave a better sound of the exhaust on its own. Its a case of synching the 2 mics audio together , so for a first effort I was more than happy and when I want to hear the exhaust will simply stop talking😂
Hi Ian, really pleased with the camera and mics. No crackles or pops from mic getting to "hot". You can hear the wind noise at speed but very pleased with it so far.
@@gsd32i brilliant thank you. I have just bought an Osmo 3, trying to get decent audio via a mic which worked fine with my previous camera. I have one more thing to try, if that fails, I will go down the same route as you, though it is added expense I could do without. 🙄😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I tried a lav mic and the usb c jack but the audio wasn't brilliant and I was forced down the more money route...and I am glad I did. The receiver stayed on the camera at speeds well in excess of the speed limit , with an elastic band to add that extra bit of reassurance . The magnetic mount never let me down. FAR more user friendly than gopro, which as a b roll camera let me down again on my recent 3 day mini tour. Pile of crap!!!
@@gsd32i I have heard so many bad reports of Go Pro over the years. Up until my last couple of vids, where I am just trying the Osmo 3 out, I have been using an old SJCam SJ6 Legend. It served me well, but the video quality has been deteriorating, hence the purchase of my new camera. At speeds up to about 50mph (on my RE Classic 350), the wired mic was ok (ish). Then, at speeds of about 60mph (on my Interceptor), it crackles like mad. I have just bought an in-line volume controller, which I will try tomorrow, but if that still doesn’t sort it out, then I will have to bite the bullet and go wireless. I need great voice, and exhaust sound, as my channel is based on that (as well as gorgeous scenery), so if necessary, I will have to use the second mic in my tail bag, and add in editing. Just another process to add 😳🙄😂. Thank you.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield There's always something to do and spend money on., Very pleased with the dji equipment and Its early days for me with it, at speeds of...well you know🙈 there were no mounting issues with the action 3 and the helmet wireless mic stayed in the helmet. I had simply cut a plastic ice cream carton top to shape, to fit inside the helmet chin area, put tape around this and then secured this to the inside of the helmet chin area and simply clipped the mic on this attachment , worked a treat.
That sounds brilliant and I’ve just spent nearly £4k on stuff for bike, but think I will be getting the DJi remote mic now, been watching videos on it and you have nailed it with the exhaust mic. That’s the best sound of a exhaust I’ve heard. In the goodies that are on the way is a exhaust 😂 but which one? Bought another camera, but what did I go for?🤔😂 wife is going to have another stroke when the parcels start turning up. 🥸
@@gsd32i Yes gone for the Remus 8 as I told you and no haven’t gone 360 I don’t like them. I’ve gone to match my other one and got the GoPro 11, I messaged a few RUclipsrs who use them and they have said they have not had the issues like on the 8 and 9. So we will see. The DJi remote mic fits on the Media Mod so let’s see what happens.
The sound from the secondary -if you may- transmitter of the exhaust was insane mate!! It sounded really really good!! So would you suggest coughing up the money and buy the mic system? Is it really plug and play without the bigotry of wiring and such inside the helmet? Cheers from warm 🌵Arizona(35*C) 🫡🇺🇸
01:30 thanks for showing your mic placement in the helmet 🙏
No problem 👍
You’re not the first to change to DJI and I’m sure there will be plenty more following your lead. Very good and relatively easy setup although costly but definitely worth it for vloggers. Sound is good and I can’t see anything wrong with the vision. Maybe you see it when editing but certainly not a problem for me. Looking forward to the upcoming trip and all your planning goes well.
You could probably use a USB-C male to female .25cm cable and pop the adaptor into your helmet as well to keep it safely tucked away from the elements.
Btw love the SC-P, I’m thinking of popping one onto my SV650
Looks good and sounds good Paul. You are not the only one suffering problems with GoPro. Fortunately I have a GoPro 4 and it works fine. But then again I am not a you vlogger. Keep the videos coming. Always enjoy your presentations
Nicely done mate! Good video, to the point. I also switched to the Action 3 and their reliability was absolutely bulletproof when I rode 9 days in the Himalayas, and riding in the heat back home in the Philippines.
Thanks . Think I may go for the action 4 next . 👍
Sounds great to me, just started motovlogging myself and had my first ride with a DJI Mic / action 3 combo today yours sounds great
Thanks , still trying different levels out etc.
I just picked up the DJI mics and am excited to try them on the bike. I struggled with the best/most secure way to mount it to my helmet. Your solution is brilliant and your sound is killer. Well done!
Enjoy , you'll just have to play around with the transmitter and receiver settings to get it right for your voice/mic location👍
Thanks, well done GSD321
I actually found the dji camera to be better than the go pro. And also the mic sounded lovely!
Used mine again today , knocks the GoPro into the weeds👍
Great video with valuable tips, I'm looking for a wireless microphone to use in the helmet that pairs via bluetooth with the go pro 11 but apparently it doesn't exist... I can't believe that at the current technological level of the 21st century, motorcyclists have to ride with a bunch of wires and all sorts of kludges, just to get external audio on the go pro... Sacant by the manufacturer, which for commercial convenience prefers to sell expensive and monstrous adapters, harming the user experience, than allowing a microphone or wireless headset pair via bluetooth, which I believe would technically be possible, unless I'm mistaken...
Audio sounds very good from both you and the exhaust/bike 👍
Well done Mate! - thank you for mapping this out!
Thanks for this video, I was just about swapping my RODE Wireless for the DJI Mic since I also use the Action 3 👍
Yes I have the original rode wireless . The DJI mic is very good in my non expert view 👍. The charging case is good too .
Pipe sounds awesome through the mic, back pocket.. great idea! Looking to get same set up for filming my KTM 890R rides so thx for putt in this together. Looking at connecting the DJI mic up to an old go pro… I still have the 5.0 and looks good enough for me!
Looks a great picture from the DJI, and the sound is excellent.
thanks.. just bought one ..!! this was much help ..
Great sound and pics , love the exhaust sound too , I’ll have to look into JDI soon thanks a lot ,
great solution, I'll copy it for you asap. thanks for sharing
Hi, I know this video is getting on a bit now, but I've only just discovered your channel.
I've invested in an Action 3 camera, but am having a bit of a nightmare trying to find clear audio with an ordinary lav mic - I've been using the original Osmo Action for a couple of years now, with moderate audio success, but it looks like DJI's wireless set up is going to be the way to go for me thanks to this video. I'm only a very small channel but decent audio is quite important to my style of commentary. Thanks for this. 👍
HI Martin, the wireless mics work very well . DJI do a 3.5 mm adapter that firs into the usb c port . it’s for the action 4 , but I tried it and it works on the 3 . I did a video on it a while ago.
Thanks, I'll look that one up. Is it something I'd need to to use their wireless mics?
@@martintraffordmoorlandbike7121 To be honest , even though I had ridden with their wireless mics at high speed with no issue …I prefer the lav mic adapter just in case the wireless unit came detached from the side port never to be found as it bounced along the road to die a death under an hgv !! . Also now less bulky. Whatever you get it’s a case of going and and testing the mics position and adjusting settings for working over a range of speeds to get useable audio. 👍
Thanks for that, yes I've just watched the video you mentioned, and I think that'll be the way for me to go. I just don't know how to access the gain adjustment on the camera though - is it a menu that pops up when you plug in a mic? (sorry about all the questions, but I'm a bit of a technophobe!)
Sorry, ignore the above. I miraculously found it myself. 🥴
@@martintraffordmoorlandbike7121 😂
This mic is same over noice cancelling that we use with normal mic adapter system in osmo action camera ????
Right in the nuts indeed mate . Bang !
New subscriber. Absolutely love your audio. I have the same set up and use it the same way. I also have the Osmo Action and going to purchase the Osmo Action 3 this summer. Good job on your content mate. Ride safe.
Thanks very much . Still trying to tweak the audio to get the best I can 👍
Sounds good to me!
yes brilliant footage and sound quality very good bit of kit
Thanks . Looking forward to the Normandy landing beaches next week . It means with those mics should get great audio both on and off the bike 👍
Good audio and visual ,DJI really stepping up now !
Thanks for posting this. Like you, I am fed up with GoPro, primarily because of the hassle with trying to get decent external audio. As soon as DJI or Insta360 video quality that is equal to (or better than) GoPro then I'll bail on GoPro. I think the Chinese systems are getting very close to overtaking GoPro on video quality. One thing I did notice in your video, and I think this is just a post issue, is that there is a very slight delay between the channels for the exhaust notes. I think this is because the rear mic is closer and the helmet mic is a bit further away, so it appears as a very slight echo. You may be able to address that is post by going for a tighter fit between the channel tracks. I'm not 100% sure what the cause is but I do hear a very slight echo in your audio when you compare the two channels.
Hi. You may be correct and I may not have adjusted the 2 tracks exactly in post. Just waiting for the DJI 3.5 mm audio adapter to arrive which should mean that I do away with the receiver unit I plug into the usb port of the camera. It's designed for moto vlogging. 👍
Colour looks a little flat on the DJI but other than that I think it’s perfectly fine
Loving the suppository mic.
Can’t get it out 😭
ur exhaust sounds awesome..!!!
Thanks!
I stopped vlogging because of the hassel with audio, syncing etc. But I think I have found the ultimate set up. The Osmo 3 coupled with the DJI Mics, I have only one slight worry and that is this, I would be nervous about the receiver falling out of the camera. If you have sourced a solution to prevent this happening, I would like to know what you have done to mitigate this risk.
Elastic band worked well. Over 130mph and all good!🤪
Guys, the more permanent fix is using a cold shoe mount. I have a video on the setup if you would like the details. It's much more solid then plugging it in the USB-c.
ruclips.net/video/rgW66bwk-ao/видео.htmlsi=0O8-DSEKiFBtUOIE
Sounds great. I just got DJI mic 2 what i don't like it the receiver connection to the action 3 as it's not very secure and with a bump could easy snap off.
I use an elastic band to secure it. It's been fine at speeds in excess of 100mph! Other option which I now use, is a cable from the receiver to the DJI 3.5mm adapter , with the receiver attached to the bottom of the camera mount.
Nice setup. I found in the past if you use aftermarket GoPro batteries they cause the freezing issue. The original ones didn’t have the problem for me. The only thing in your video is the DJI image seems slightly washed out specially at the horizon. Maybe some tweaking on the settings can improve it.
Thanks, I wouldn't go near gopro if you paid me. Lost too much footage, even with the original batteries. Quality is better with GP, but useless if the footage gets corrupted. Also the ease of use with the magnetic mount and the fact you don't have to pay for a media cage makes the dji way better for ease of use. Will be ordering the dji action 4 soon. 👍
@@gsd32iThat is what turned me away from GP. Even with the Hero 12. I had one on order and then reading review after review after review of freezing, corrupt files, lost footage, etc I cancelled my order and started researching DJI. Same price point but they seem to drive the reliability out of the park! I saved a few bucks and ordered the Action 3. The differences between the 3 and 4 didn't affect me, so this is my starting point.
Great video! Thank you for making it and giving an honest review!
@@travisandmissydogthanks . Still not had one corrupt file . Only issue with both the 3/4 is the firmness of the buttons . But the voice activation works pretty well . If u r after audio too then have a look at the DJI mics . 👍
@@gsd32iYes, looking into that now. Finding out that the Rode Wireless Go II aren't that great. So been researching the DJI wireless. Seems very well thought out and is standing the test of time and updates.
@@travisandmissydog the advantage with the 4 is that they now do a 3.5mm lavalier mic adapter which I am waiting to be delivered which means u don’t have to have the DJI receiver plugged into the camera saving bulk (but it’s really light ) I have tried plugging a lav mic into the side of the 4 and the audio was terrible . The adapter apparently improves this …. Apparently . 🙈
Sounds good!
What chin mount is that?
Have osmo action 4 on the way and looking for a mount. Seen one that straps to the helmet but cannot close visor fully and reviews say they break easy
Hi. Got them on both my helmets and they have been fine. chinmounts.com
Hi, I would like to use the DJI Mic 2 for motovlogging, but I have a question. Do I just pair the transmitter (mic) with my Insta360 X4, and that's it, or do I also need to connect the DJI receiver to the X4? I read that you get worse audio quality without the receiver. Also, with the transmitter inside the helmet, would it be better to connect a lavalier mic to it? Thanks
Hi. I am not an expert. What I have found works for me is the dji mic receiver plugged into the camera via a lead or usb c and I attach the transmitter to the inside of the helmet and then adjust the settings accordingly, very much trial and error. I don't know much about the mic2 or x4.
Great vids as a new gs ultimate owner in 2 days. Have you tried a 512gb card in the osmo as DJI site only recommends up to 256? Thanks
Hi, no not as yet. I have had zero issues with the dji action 3, no crashing or loss of footage. Very happy with it so far.
Loved the video and the comments about GoPro. I too am a DJI fan and have the wireless mic but have been afraid to plug it into the action 3 while riding my bike. What has been your experience? Did you wind up using elastic or something else to prevent losing it?
Hahahaha yes indeed , elastic band to the rescue. The other option is to simply download the audio from the wireless microphone and then synch them in post edit . 👍
Been subscribed for a while and enjoy all your content, even strangely found myself watching how to repair a Hotpoont washing machine that I don't even own 😂. I'm new to using cameras on a bike and found this really interesting as you managed to get great sound from the bike. I'm not looking to speak on my vids, I played a starring role on a TMF video once and can't watch myself on that! Just two questions, what make of handlebar camera mount is that and will you be filming your trip to Normandy? Thanks for all your vids.
Love the name 👍. To be honest there are stacks of mounts/arms available some even made in China ! But I use Ram mounts . I have a ball mount attached to the bikes handle bar and then an extension arm and then the camera is mounted to a ball attachment that is then clamped onto the extension arm . Works really well . Just have to make sure the handle bars when on full lock don’t cause any of the mounts to catch your clocks or depending on what handle bar mount you go for , some quick release clamps have large knobs, that the clamp does not dig into your tank when you turn the bars . I have one of those fast clamp mounts from GoPro and that will dig into the tank on full lock . Glad you enjoyed the Hotpoint video 🤪 just finalising the Landing Beach trip and i will be doing a video . Day 1 will be Pegasus Bridge heading west to the Mulberry harbour then down to the British war cemetery in Bayeux , day 2 is from the West , St Mere eglise, Utah beach , point du hoc , Omaha beach and then finally the American cemetery . It’s been a case of deciding what to see as there is tons of stuff to see but we only have 2 days of site seeing followed by travel day either end . Hopefully dry(ish) 🙈
Great audio from both ends 😊. Much clearer, or is that just me? Camera quality from the DJI is good. If you record in RAW then you can colour grade in edit (sounds like I know what I’m talking about, but in reality I watched RUclips Videos) 😎.
Thanks for the tips!🤪
@@gsd32i I wouldn’t hold much credence with any tip I offer on tech stuff 😏
Watching this again STILL wondering whether to add to my OA3 or sell it for more versatile 4. 🤔
Mmmmmm. Quality is better on the 4 . If you can wait for the 5 though 🙈.
I just picked up the DJI mic for my channel videos as well. Hands down game changer....using it with a few GoPros during my build but there is still the popping when riding the motorcycles and plus you have the headache of having to use the go pro media mod and all the cables which is super complicated when attached to your rig...Your set up with the Action3 seems to be the way to go here. Is the mic pretty seamless with the camera like other DJI products?
The quality of the DJI 3 is not as good as the GoPro …. But it’s still very good in the good sunlight etc. however , it’s the fact that it hasn’t frozen on me yet that makes it less annoying than GoPro. From a mic point of view I have used it at very fast speeds and the mic receiver hasn’t fallen out of the side of the helmet mounted action 3 yet , but I do put an elastic band around it 😂 . Popping is too much audio I have my tx at -7 and the rx at -10 .
HELLO :) I have some question .. I will start to motovloging with my Cbr650r but ı need the know if ı buy wiresless mic ( rode wireless me or rode wireless go 2 ) can ı take a clean woice ? because ı dont need use wired headset. can u help me about it
Hi. You have to go out and test the mic in different locations. Always useful if your mics have the ability to adjust the gain levels to reduce the wind noise etc.
Oof, I've had the receiver fall off on the side of the road. Wish there was a way to secure it better.
I use an elastic band 😂 tested to 140mph!
Does the receiver hold ok into the dji action? Could it come loose and fall out?
I use an elastic band just in case.....Apparently at 140 mph its still ok!!!!
4:05 what is this ? Why -12db ? It will be really quiet … why people are lowering these and not raising ?
Sensitivity of whatever mic you may be using. all a bit of trial and error and helmet type. ride safe have a great weekend too.
What if you went fast, would the mic fall, looks so sketchy on my insta36o with the cold shoe adapter
I now use the 3.5mm adapter from DJI .😁
Thanks for the video! Have the DJI Action 3, and going to buy the DJI Mic now! Do you have a better way to built the Mic into the helmet?
Hi . My temporary fit is now how I am going to continue to use it . It stayed in place even when the GS was running flat out so that’s what on going to use and it makes taking the mic off and on easy . rip GoPro 😂
Awesome man I’m looking at this myself for my channel. This or GoPro 11
TBH I am done with gopro, the quality is better with the GP, but usability and reliability are significantly better with the dji.
How are you going to use the mic while raiding??
just like in the dry. I use silicone pieces and make the joints temporarily waterproof(ish)
Did you end up putting on an elastic band to hold the receiver onto your camera afterwards?
Wondering if it will come off at higher speeds
Hi . You know what ? It was a bit of comfort thing for me ……. I would “suspect”that it is good enough for up to 140mph with the band in place 👍
@@gsd32i Thanks for your answer!
Would these settings work on the GoPros?
I would give the settings a go and then simply listen to the audio , also check to see of your gopro has decibel level adjustment Trial and error as helmets etc are different.👍
How reliable is that usb c connection
No issues so far.👍
@@gsd32i cool found out I can just use a usb cable and move that receiver on the helmet to keep it out of Frame ..
@@MRSMI13Y90 thanks for update . I have the screen facing me and that way it also stays out of the shot . 👍
Sorry could you tell me if you have the baffle in?
baffle in
Brilliant videos mate… What settings are you using to have indipendente control over exhaust and voice mic volumes? I tried in stereo but ended up with the engine in my left ear and my voice in the right (so no good). In Mono of course there’s no post editing control… Any ideas?
Hi. If you use the 2 mics in mono , then pop one in your back pocket and ensure that the red record button is on the back pocket mic(safety track?) Then you get both mics audio being sent to the receiver (thats the green light on the mics) and this is burnt into the audio file on the camera , which means you can't adjust the mics audio levels individually in post edit , but the back pocket mic will have its own audio track that you can download via usb c plugged into the side of it and then drop that track onto the timeline , obviously clapping or something to synch it up with the cameras audio. Then you can as and when reduce the cameras audio(ie both mics) track and then bring up the audio of the pocket mic that will have a separate audio track recorded. Make sense?
@@gsd32i You Sir are a genius🤓! I suppose the only downside is that, when using voice commands to start and stop recording (to not film hours of pointless crap like motorways), the second mic safety track will just keep going making post sync a total nightmare? Or does the safety track also stop and start?
@@kevinofishero yes thats when you have to know when you want to record the exhaust note from the pocket as you will have synch issues...you could see if beeping your horn gets picked up on the pocket mic, I beep 2 beeps etc, safety track I believe keeps running with the red light on...only 15 hours !!!!!
You can do that in editing: I use Luma Fusion for this. I import the video, split the audio track from the video twice (to get two audio tracks). Then you can configure one audio track to «Fill from left» and the other to «Fill from right» and the sound will be in both speakers. That way you get two separate audio channels and can set different levels to suit your taste. So no need for a separate audio track and you will only have recorded sound from when you are recording video.
@@gib6383 I now have Premier Pro set to convert stereo to dual mono. Job done… Just experimenting with different places to place the second microphone.
My concern is that the mic unit will fall out of the action three have you had any issues with this at all mate
Hi, no and been at pretty high speeds.....but I did have an elastic band on it just in case!!!
@@gsd32i ah cool I was thinking how to secure it going to try mine later
@@rockjock1965 my elastic band was good for 143 mph, theoretically !
How do u sync ur mic to another camera? are u using 1 mic for two camera? like how do u get sound for GO PRO HERO 8 when is the mic is on DJI? Action 3?
Just use 1 mic and then clap or beep the horn to synch them up so its easy to find the synch Pont when you come to edit on the computer.
@@gsd32idoes the receiver stick enough? im afraid driving 80+ then its gone
@@DavidAdlawan use an elastic band for extra security...130+ all ok
@@gsd32i do u have recommendations for elastic band? or any band?
@@gsd32i oh now i get it hahaha thanks
So purchased a Go Pro 11 in Dec 22. Within a week was turning off, freezing. After a month of trying everything Go Pro said to do they changed it in early Feb. Unfortunately I was not well so didn't test till 4 weeks later. Again straight out the box it was freezing, shutting down and corrupting files. So again all the same rubbish Go Pro telling me what's wrong, manual update, battery faulty (I tried three), SD card faulty ( I tried three) they finally swapped it again.
First ride out two weeks ago and switched off in four minutes. Continued to shut down or freeze everything I used it so done manual update and tried a week later and still same problem. Phoned Go Pro and they want to send me a fourth camera. I laughed and said no I want my money back. They said that's not our policy, I replied is it your policy to supply a working camera? I've spoken to my credit card company and they will refund the money and take it up with you as I've never had a working item and everything is detailed on your computer.
Anyway looked at the Osmo 3 as I don't won't an insta 360 x3 due to all the editing and think the wireless mics are the best quality I've heard in a crash helmet.
Also I love the way the camera uses the magnetic brackets.
I agree the quality isn't as good however it doesn't matter how good it is if it doesn't work. Will get the adventure pack as seems best value.
I'm interested ti hear what the audio sounds like with something like a purple panda plugged in.
Thanks for review. Tim.
Tim I am with you totally on that. Just been out on a used 2019 mt09 doing a video and with the voice command being used to start and stop the recording on the action 3 it all works so well, no issues . The dji wireless mics are very good. I still use my gopro 8 on the bars looking back so it's not a major thing if it freezes. gopro sadly have lost me as a customer......now if only dji would bring out the 4 which moves the quality to above that of gopro....
The helmet cam/mic quality is great and essential. The muffler can mic not so much. Makes it hard to enjoy your commentary/video over the long term.
It was a bit of a trip thing to be honest. The clip at the end, when I muted the helmet mic gave a better sound of the exhaust on its own. Its a case of synching the 2 mics audio together , so for a first effort I was more than happy and when I want to hear the exhaust will simply stop talking😂
Great review on a fantastic day. Quick question, any pops or crackles at speeds over 50mph ? Cheers
Hi Ian, really pleased with the camera and mics. No crackles or pops from mic getting to "hot". You can hear the wind noise at speed but very pleased with it so far.
@@gsd32i brilliant thank you. I have just bought an Osmo 3, trying to get decent audio via a mic which worked fine with my previous camera. I have one more thing to try, if that fails, I will go down the same route as you, though it is added expense I could do without. 🙄😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I tried a lav mic and the usb c jack but the audio wasn't brilliant and I was forced down the more money route...and I am glad I did. The receiver stayed on the camera at speeds well in excess of the speed limit , with an elastic band to add that extra bit of reassurance . The magnetic mount never let me down. FAR more user friendly than gopro, which as a b roll camera let me down again on my recent 3 day mini tour. Pile of crap!!!
@@gsd32i I have heard so many bad reports of Go Pro over the years. Up until my last couple of vids, where I am just trying the Osmo 3 out, I have been using an old SJCam SJ6 Legend. It served me well, but the video quality has been deteriorating, hence the purchase of my new camera. At speeds up to about 50mph (on my RE Classic 350), the wired mic was ok (ish). Then, at speeds of about 60mph (on my Interceptor), it crackles like mad. I have just bought an in-line volume controller, which I will try tomorrow, but if that still doesn’t sort it out, then I will have to bite the bullet and go wireless. I need great voice, and exhaust sound, as my channel is based on that (as well as gorgeous scenery), so if necessary, I will have to use the second mic in my tail bag, and add in editing. Just another process to add 😳🙄😂. Thank you.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield There's always something to do and spend money on., Very pleased with the dji equipment and Its early days for me with it, at speeds of...well you know🙈 there were no mounting issues with the action 3 and the helmet wireless mic stayed in the helmet. I had simply cut a plastic ice cream carton top to shape, to fit inside the helmet chin area, put tape around this and then secured this to the inside of the helmet chin area and simply clipped the mic on this attachment , worked a treat.
Good Morning, the overall volume of the video is a little low but very impressive and clear, the exhaust sounds really throaty.👍
Thanks , I can always change that in the edit and bump the level up a bit 👍
@@gsd32i it’s the first video I’ve seen that I’ve thought that SC exhaust sounds really good.
@@JaySalvoUK Well......it is really good and I am very pleased with it 🤪
That sounds brilliant and I’ve just spent nearly £4k on stuff for bike, but think I will be getting the DJi remote mic now, been watching videos on it and you have nailed it with the exhaust mic. That’s the best sound of a exhaust I’ve heard. In the goodies that are on the way is a exhaust 😂 but which one? Bought another camera, but what did I go for?🤔😂 wife is going to have another stroke when the parcels start turning up. 🥸
Trevor you need to be banned from using the internet.😂exhaust … Remus ? Camera , 360 . Wow you’ve got an understanding wife 🤣
@@gsd32i Yes gone for the Remus 8 as I told you and no haven’t gone 360 I don’t like them. I’ve gone to match my other one and got the GoPro 11, I messaged a few RUclipsrs who use them and they have said they have not had the issues like on the 8 and 9. So we will see. The DJi remote mic fits on the Media Mod so let’s see what happens.
The sound from the secondary -if you may- transmitter of the exhaust was insane mate!! It sounded really really good!! So would you suggest coughing up the money and buy the mic system? Is it really plug and play without the bigotry of wiring and such inside the helmet? Cheers from warm 🌵Arizona(35*C) 🫡🇺🇸
Thanks, yup, pretty much so. 👍