love the tip for the HDMI adapter. I was aware of the recorder options. It can depend on what recorder how easy that is and how well it works. Trying to record a headphone output into a camera (or in general) can be an issue for a couple of reasons. 1. Sometimes aspects of the headphone signal are not quite as good as the actual signal before it went through that headphone output. 2. Sometimes it can be difficult to deal with the massively different levels that are represented by a headphone output and a mic input. You generally have to set the headphone output very low. Overall this issue unfortunately is just too complicated to make any clear generalizations, it's like you'd have to do extensive testing on each device to really know how it compares. Always remember to set camera audio input to manual because auto will not only increase noise but actually create compression artifacts that you don't want. Not even most audio recorders have adjustable compressors (though some have different presets and tell you the settings for them in the manual) and it's difficult to have a clue what sort of compression/limiting is being done by the 'auto' setting in camera. Compression is really best done in post because you really never want to use more than you need. The main advantage to using auto is it should keep there from being clipping but that should not be an issue if your level is set well. Set your level to err on the side of a bit low, never push it. You can't fix clipping in post.
I just finished an 8 hr recording just to find out in post, that my audio has a ton of static distortion and is totally unusable. Gutted! I'm now looking for audio monitoring options. Thanks man, this will help. Oh, this has helped! Thanks again Caleb.
If you can't get audio from the HDMI to VGA adapter trick: Some VGA adapters will only pipe audio through the 3.5mm port if the VGA adapter is connected to something. For us it was as simple as grabbing another little brick adapter, VGA to DVI out of a bin of old parts. Also, check if your adapter needs power (usually micro USB). I think it's only needed for analog to digital, not this way, but it's worth checking.
hello is your hdmi to vga adapter same as at this timestamp 3:09 and when i plug it into my camera and earphone..No audio comes out..Please help how to fix it or any tricks thanks
Alright. I'm sold. I'm buying your video guide for the G85. You have a great way of explaining things simply and you seem to be focused on real world practicality (as opposed to being a "specs snob").
I had an issue using the HDMI to VGA adaptor with my Panasonic G80. I didn't recognise that anything was plugged in unless I actually connected a screen to the VGA part of the adaptor as well. My solution to this was to put three small 100ohm resistors between the R, G and B pins and their corresponding ground pins on the adaptor. This created a load in the circuit and the camera then believed something was plugged in. After that everything worked fine. I hope this helps anyone with the same problem.
Yeah...I have a problem with my one too. When I put in the mini hdmi for some reason my camera automatically take photos non-stop, that is until I take it out. Honestly don't know what to do 😩
I know this was a year ago but I recently got a Sony a 5000 and I was wondering can any of these work as a external mic because I think it doesn’t come with a external mic so can one of these be an option to use for this or is this only with just headphone jack.
I have an additional suggestion that blends the 4th setup and the 5th one. I just make sure that the output monitor level and the input level on my camera match up. I simply use the recorder for monitoring and boosting my sound so that I can turn down the camera's input. It's hassle-free, clean and you don't really need to use the recorder's sound unless you're recording more than two tracks in. It's simply a technique I lifted out of sound-engineering class. My Camera is a Canon eos Rebel T6i/750D and my recorder is a Zoom H6 with the XY mics and a Rode VideoMicro attached. I use Zoom's plugin in my DAW to blend the three inputs into two. We call this Mid-Side recording.
I don´t really have a need for this topic, because my camera has an headphone jack as well as my monitor. But I´m still watching. Your videos are so well lit and your voice is very calm. Camera equipment ASMR.
This video was so crucial when looking to buy my first camera, or DSLR! You have a great presenting voice, as well as the gray backdrop for your setting, was great. Thank you so much!
Caleb, your videos are always informative and entertaining. The last two videos have been especially helpful as I have just bought a G85, and I'm ready to move away from action cam family videography and explore more. ☺ I appreciate your hard work. Keep it up!
This was EXTREMELY helpful, thank you! I really appreciate the diversity of price points and bulkiness. Exactly what I was looking for to get the gear that will take my channel to the next level 😁👌
Thank you for this video! Although, the preamp is going to be the best option specifically I recommend the TASCAM DR-60 because you can use professional mics and can run it straight to camera to eliminate extra step of having to sync in post.
You do not appear to respond to comments, but you should really update this video. Many folks report the HDMI to VGA-audio does not work for many cameras....when recording video while exporting to HDMI the camera LCD goes black. Also, how can adjust or even seen headphone levels if you are using the HDMI dongle? Best solution, invest in a camera that has microphone and headphone jacks, maybe just get a real video camera. Too many of these expensive mirrorless camera companies (Oly EM5-MkIII) are just being ultra cheap by not including the headphone circuitry and jack. It ain't perfect, but the Panasonic G95 or G9 is a good balance between still and video camera and does not leave off ports you need. Just saying.
I tried the dongle option and it’s not working with mine. My screen goes black with no settings or anything and I’ve tried everything. I don’t know what the hell to do. I shoot 1080 not 4K so. It’s a canon EOS 77D
@@jordanhernandez2541 buy the zoom h1 for 100$ hit record for the audio box then record the the video and clap in the beginning so u know that they are on point then begin the iintro or video scene u have to post edit either way
Aydan Metsch my understanding is that it will not work. I recently ordered a rode after I was told it was compatible with my a6000, which it is not as there is no 3.5 mm port. Anyway, if you go on RUclips and type in Sony a6000 rode mic fix, you can find tutorials of what people do to bypass this issue. This is what a lot of people do, they buy this phone adapter which I will like below, and record the sound separately on there phone. If u buy a rigcage u can mount the phone and the mic up top. I ended up returning my rode and going with the at2035, the entire reason why I wanted a shotgun mic was to avoid editing audio in post, but if I’d have to do that anyway, I might as well buy an xlr condenser mic and get better quality through phantom power. (Most interfaces for xlr mics have a port so u can hear yourself while recording as well, so it seemed kinda like a waste to have the rode go through the camera, and not only would audio have to be recorded on my phone, but I’d have no way to hear myself.) I hope this explains things a bit, I’m getting my equipment to start a channel so I’ve been doing quite a bit of research. I know you asked this a while ago, but I saw other people were still seeking answers so I figured I’d let u all know what I’ve found out so far when reading into mics and other tech for cameras with no 3.5mm port. If you have any questions feel free to ask, if I know the answer I’d be happy to respond 😊 Edit: also; thatonecameraguy is a youtuber that has answered many of my questions about video production, photos, and cameras in general; I highly recommend his channel to anyone interested in this kind of stuff. www.bestbuy.com/site/rode-0-55-3-5mm-trs-to-trrs-patch-cable-red/6255439.p?skuId=6255439&ref=212&loc=1&ds_rl=1260672&ds_rl=1266837&ref=212&loc=1&ds_rl=1266837&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3IPgBRCAARIsABb-iGItaWAmFaXnV_hSorf7udN4W_E7j3Ep-pk1rkIRnygtrXSDeyybwGkaArOwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
@@katykipling Can you explain what I need or at least give description or links. I have the sony a6000 camera. I want to use a rode mic or something similar but the lack of a headphone jack makes it impossible. I youtubed the fix that you mentioned and cant find any solution. Do I need a micro usb to 3.5 mm and then connect that to a rode mic? Please explain what all I would need. I would love to purchase whatever it takes as I'm starting a youtube channel as well and looking for good audio. Thanks.
This is awesome but a link I was really looking forward to get is unavailable, could you replace the link the part you said this .......To get the smaller dongle to work with the camera, I used an HDMI adapter which you can find here on Amazon
I use the zoom h1 method, but record audio on both the camera and recorder........and than use pluraleyes to sync up in post (just one click)......that way I still get high quality wav files that are easier to clean up in post (I like to set my levels lower so I have room for peaking)
would you be able to make a tutorial on using the recorder / duel monitor / save option. I'm really interested in that as it seems like it'll give the best audio and it's safe. I'd love to see a quick tutorial video on how to get that working on an a6300. Always love your videos, be well!
Thanks for another amazing video! That little Zoom H1 recorder seems to be a fantastic little beast for a hundred bucks. Definitely going to be picking a few up based off of seeing the countless ways you use them. Thanks Caleb!
The last Option while convenient.. is in fact quite risky. If the zoom runs out of battery or has an error you will loose all your audio. If your recording.. and you have only one shot.. then better eyeball the audio on the camera with the audio levels (use a videomic pro for example) and record the audio seperatly with the zoom and the headphones. This way you always have 2 recordings. I write this because ive been in the situation where my zoom H4 decided to bug out mid recording, this can happen with every software recorder.
Hey there! Can you please tell me how best to monitor audio on the Sony ZV-1? It doesn't have a headphone jack, so I was wondering what option would be best (or can it be done via bluetooth headphones perhaps?) - Thanks a million, I'm a complete luddite so really appreciate your videos and any advice! :)
Can you shoot us a link to the splitter you use for option 5 to get headphones and camera audio? Great video as always. You have been the most useful youtuber for me when looking at equipment and learning. Thanks again.
Great video. Did a shoot with a G7 in 4K but couldn't hear the audio and our wireless mic battery died. Couldn't use the end of the interview. This technique will fix that issue. Thanks
I have recorders and a nikkon camera but no head phone Jack on camera.. Now I can use my recorders and attachments and get all I want.Ur theeeee Best.😀😀😀
Great ideas. Thank you for the tips. Going to add this vid to my libraries to find it quickly. Unfortunately, with my small channel, I have to go cheap and my camera is a G7. Awesome video, keep them coming.
I bought your options 2 lead mini HDMI lead to female hdmi. Then bought the HDMI to VGA with audio jack. Followed your instructions but the screen goes black on all settings nothing works. Any ideas please ??
I've got the same problem - bought what I thought would be the simplest way to get auduo only - only to find the image screen (person being interviewed) was black. As soon as I took out the micro HDMI from the a6300 I had screen again. Anyone know why? Thx
Seemed as though it was my mistake for not looking at the video properly - but no, after going through the menu - turn on duel (audio record) and thought it would be fixed - no way. Still got black all over the screen, and no audio info. Sony a6300. I notice the camera in the vid is a6500.Any fix?
Oh man so many thanks for making this video! I've been wanting to minitor audio from my cameras for years now and finally I've found a way to do it! Thankyou! :)
Thanks. Informative. Why a modern 4K bridge camera that costs $550-$1000 has a mic jack but no headphone jack makes me wonder if the camera companies have a clue as to how these cameras are being used. They could include a headphone jack for about $1 in parts and circuitry. I like the Beachtek solution because it gives you the option to use two microphones and the vol knobs make it easier to control levels than trying to use the camera menu or buttons.
I knew I would find you hear. Now you need to redo your mic vid from the other day, all those mics in all those situations with all the above suggested monitoring methods. That should keep you busy to Christmas, hehe. God Damn Fruit Flies
Vegetable Police look for the Hosa YMM-261 Stereo breakout 3.5 mm TRS to dual 3.5 TSF (gives you two mono signals from one stereo, one for headphone one for camera.)
Thanks for the info my friend, this is where DLSR's loose it with me, just done a ghost tour with my D7000, great camera for still, the video image is great, audio is a real let down.
I love your channel! I was looking for reviews of LED lights for DSLR cameras for a beauty blogger friend of mine. Your videos were amazing and giving all the right amount of info. Actually more than needed but too long. Your other tutorials are also pretty sweet. Thanks for being awesome and giving great information. I subscribed and will be putting your info to practice when I start my channel. Thanks for being awesome!.
I had tried to use an Mini Hdmi FHD adapter with an audio jack output, on my Sony a6000, and nothing coming out, no sound with my headphones comes from Sony a6000
Zoom H1 set up for the win! Thats what I use. I dont even feed it into the camera. I either feed the mic into the recorder. OR, use one zoom H1 as "better" scratch audio (as opposed to in-camera) and the second one attached to a lav.....or rode mic, depending on whats being recorded. I understand that's not cheap, but yeah.....H1s FTW :)
Your final option is basically the same thing I do without plugging it into my gx85 at the end. I (usually) end up with one good track on my dr22 and (hopefully) get to delete the crappy one from the camera - there's no amount of noise reduction or fine tuning to make that sound better.
hey! I recently bought an external monitor to use it with my sony a6300. The monitor also has a headphone jack but when i plug in headphones to my monitor I cant hear any audio?? is there something im missing?
I've been really thinking of getting a decent preamp. I've had audio issues the last few shoots and its been so rough struggling with it. When I shoot for my channel its been fine, but out on a shoot it kills me. I shot with an audio recorder for a while, but always ended up having out of sync audio
Hi! I have a question, maybe for a video. Should I build out my rig with a cage and all I can think of mounting to it? Cage, monitor, pre-amp, light, mic, top and side handle, audio recorder, battery pack, rails, blackbox, ect... OR try to keep it as light as possible? One reason to get like a a6300 is the light weight and size. It seems like a lot of people like to build big rigs just to get a big rig... ? What do you guys think?
For dual system recording, It's cleaner to split the mic input at the mic (mic to camera AND recorder) rather than at the recorder's handphone out. Headphone levels may not be good both recording and monitoring.
Last weekend option 5 was my choice on A6300... don't know what happened to the camera recorded audio... thank God I had the the H1 on the splitter and that Uxío was brilliant... Amit more work syncing it. But worth having for the job.... Mic>Zoom H1>camera best option ever...
Really enjoy the channel! Do you have a set of headphones you like in particular? I did a search of the channel to see if you had mentioned anywhere so sorry if you did and I just missed it.
well, i did the setup at 07:49 but in Post the Sound from my Recorder doesnt fit to my camera audio in time. so, i sync it but afer few seconds the sound is in a different "speed" then from the camera. any idea why this is happening? I shooted on my Sony ZV1 in 4K - i recorded with a Philips VoiceTracer - technically it works - but the timing from the files are different ...
Can confirm the Monitor option does not work on my Olympus em5ii, but works superbly on my Sony a7c (which already has a headphone jack and hence is redundant)! So for audio monitoring, Olympus users need one of the bigger models with the built in headphone jack. Unless an EM5III or new OM5 user can correct me?
i found a similar product, looks like this would work : www.amazon.com/ONTEN-Adapter-Compatible-Desktop-Projector/dp/B08N66B451/ref=sr_1_10?crid=3PNXVCN7GLK3A&dchild=1&keywords=male%2Bhdmi%2Bto%2Bfemale%2Bvga%2Badapter&qid=1606088122&sprefix=male%2Bhdmi%2Bto%2B%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-10&th=1
this is probably the one he used i found it: www.amazon.com/Tendak-Gold-Plated-Converter-Adapter-Projector/dp/B00VTJVJ3S/ref=pd_di_sccai_2/139-8964284-9453623?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00VTJVJ3S&pd_rd_r=a0d75bde-a939-451b-b242-a1816fac2183&pd_rd_w=QqUtY&pd_rd_wg=HUcxk&pf_rd_p=c9443270-b914-4430-a90b-72e3e7e784e0&pf_rd_r=EAHT2JC5FMSMK543PBKT&psc=1&refRID=EAHT2JC5FMSMK543PBKT
A few times you said something like "just plug it in..." without giving any clue what kind of plug we're using, or what kind of input it's going to. You're not the only one making videos guilty of vagueness. Otherwise, great info... after we figure out what you meant.
Love your videos Caleb. They've helped a lot with my business! Do you have any recommendations for where to buy those old-telephone-wire style HDMI cords?
hi! Thanks fort your great solution. I bought a vga hdmi adapter with audio for my zv1 sony. It works great. Only con is that playing back does not work, i.e. the screen on the camera remains black (it waits for the external vga signal) so I only listen to audio. What do you think? Thanks
The issue with the last solution is that the phones output is too hot for the camera to handle. Even if the recorder isn't sending audio (in idle mode) the camera will be peaking with just noise. I don't know about the H1, but the H4n and some Tascams I've worked with have that issue.
QUESTION I HAVE A SONY NEX3N LOVE THE PICTURE QUALITY AND VIDEO RECORDING FOR A camera thats old.can you find out if theirs a way we cud connect audio to this nex3n.i bought the same audio hdmi Vga hook up..and ugreen small hdmi female i try connecting it but the screen is black now this camera doesnt have 4k just 1080p.let me know if theirs away i cud connect some audio on this camera because audio is terrible terrible
Excellent video and exactly what I was looking for with my A6500. I'm very new to video/audio, but is an external mic required in the options using the H1? Can't you just use the mic on the H1 and only connect the 3.5mm splitter to headphones and camera? Or is it a quality issue? Another question...is there a specific type of splitter you need? I see TRS...TRRS, etc. Thanks. Subscribed.
Nice concept for easy n better audio record with audio recorder device ..wonderful ..i have alternate solution to record video with blutooth headfone with dslr
I went with your previous suggestion, and I'm using the Saramonic SmartRig+. I've had a Zoom H1 for years, but never would have thought of using it as a headphone monitor this way. I love the SmartRig+. I like being able to use XLR. I can use it with my Pana G7 or my iPhone. Provides 48v phantom power when I need it. Just doesn't record. I'm guessing that the pre-amps might be better than the H1? Would you now recommend using the H1 vs. the Saramonic (I do like the idea of having a backup track)?
How to HEAR the sound from the MIC WHILE RECORDING. I have boya shotgun mic plug in a Canon SL2 camera and my headphones plug in my Feelworld MA6f field monitor. I can hear the sound when I play the video of the recording, but not while it is recording. Anything I can do?
Would love to hear if you figured this one out. Ive got a SL2 and I would like to try this out but it seems like the SL2 does not send out the audio signal via HDMI while shooting. Did you manage to get it to work?
Tip: I can't clearly see your right eye in the shadow and that is annoying. Simply add a reflector to you main light source and fill in the right side. Good info, BTW.
love the tip for the HDMI adapter. I was aware of the recorder options. It can depend on what recorder how easy that is and how well it works. Trying to record a headphone output into a camera (or in general) can be an issue for a couple of reasons. 1. Sometimes aspects of the headphone signal are not quite as good as the actual signal before it went through that headphone output. 2. Sometimes it can be difficult to deal with the massively different levels that are represented by a headphone output and a mic input. You generally have to set the headphone output very low. Overall this issue unfortunately is just too complicated to make any clear generalizations, it's like you'd have to do extensive testing on each device to really know how it compares. Always remember to set camera audio input to manual because auto will not only increase noise but actually create compression artifacts that you don't want. Not even most audio recorders have adjustable compressors (though some have different presets and tell you the settings for them in the manual) and it's difficult to have a clue what sort of compression/limiting is being done by the 'auto' setting in camera. Compression is really best done in post because you really never want to use more than you need. The main advantage to using auto is it should keep there from being clipping but that should not be an issue if your level is set well. Set your level to err on the side of a bit low, never push it. You can't fix clipping in post.
I just finished an 8 hr recording just to find out in post, that my audio has a ton of static distortion and is totally unusable. Gutted! I'm now looking for audio monitoring options. Thanks man, this will help.
Oh, this has helped! Thanks again Caleb.
If you can't get audio from the HDMI to VGA adapter trick:
Some VGA adapters will only pipe audio through the 3.5mm port if the VGA adapter is connected to something. For us it was as simple as grabbing another little brick adapter, VGA to DVI out of a bin of old parts. Also, check if your adapter needs power (usually micro USB). I think it's only needed for analog to digital, not this way, but it's worth checking.
hello is your hdmi to vga adapter same as at this timestamp 3:09 and when i plug it into my camera and earphone..No audio comes out..Please help how to fix it or any tricks thanks
Alright. I'm sold. I'm buying your video guide for the G85. You have a great way of explaining things simply and you seem to be focused on real world practicality (as opposed to being a "specs snob").
I had an issue using the HDMI to VGA adaptor with my Panasonic G80. I didn't recognise that anything was plugged in unless I actually connected a screen to the VGA part of the adaptor as well. My solution to this was to put three small 100ohm resistors between the R, G and B pins and their corresponding ground pins on the adaptor. This created a load in the circuit and the camera then believed something was plugged in. After that everything worked fine. I hope this helps anyone with the same problem.
Very odd. I did find that not all HDMI to VGA adapters worked. The two I linked to did work for me and the a6500.
Yeah...I have a problem with my one too. When I put in the mini hdmi for some reason my camera automatically take photos non-stop, that is until I take it out. Honestly don't know what to do 😩
The hdmi to vga solution is so clever!
Alberto Sandoval what camera are to use it? it does work nikon camera?
I tried it and doesn’t work. Were you successful in it?
I know this was a year ago but I recently got a Sony a 5000 and I was wondering can any of these work as a external mic because I think it doesn’t come with a external mic so can one of these be an option to use for this or is this only with just headphone jack.
Can we put rode mic in that adapter to record audio in a6000
I have an additional suggestion that blends the 4th setup and the 5th one.
I just make sure that the output monitor level and the input level on my camera match up. I simply use the recorder for monitoring and boosting my sound so that I can turn down the camera's input. It's hassle-free, clean and you don't really need to use the recorder's sound unless you're recording more than two tracks in.
It's simply a technique I lifted out of sound-engineering class.
My Camera is a Canon eos Rebel T6i/750D and my recorder is a Zoom H6 with the XY mics and a Rode VideoMicro attached. I use Zoom's plugin in my DAW to blend the three inputs into two. We call this Mid-Side recording.
did not get that. Can you explain again? if the audio from Zoom still gonna be a lot better though..
Awesome tips! Zoom H1 is an amazing cheap device!
Love that little recorder!
This was really helpful! I am going to go with the last option.
I don´t really have a need for this topic, because my camera has an headphone jack as well as my monitor. But I´m still watching. Your videos are so well lit and your voice is very calm.
Camera equipment ASMR.
This video was so crucial when looking to buy my first camera, or DSLR! You have a great presenting voice, as well as the gray backdrop for your setting, was great. Thank you so much!
Caleb, your videos are always informative and entertaining. The last two videos have been especially helpful as I have just bought a G85, and I'm ready to move away from action cam family videography and explore more. ☺
I appreciate your hard work. Keep it up!
This was EXTREMELY helpful, thank you! I really appreciate the diversity of price points and bulkiness. Exactly what I was looking for to get the gear that will take my channel to the next level 😁👌
This is the solution I've been looking for! Thankyou, Thankyou, Thankyou!
I'm your 200'000 subscriber! Congrats for 200k!
Great tips! With the zoom h1, change the sides for mic and monitoring. I have done that mistake ones, that I placed the mic on the headphone side. :-D
Thank you for this video! Although, the preamp is going to be the best option specifically I recommend the TASCAM DR-60 because you can use professional mics and can run it straight to camera to eliminate extra step of having to sync in post.
So many of my searches somehow always lead me to your channel. So you definitely deserve that sub.
this is really helpful and i'll try the cheapest hdmi to vga method
You do not appear to respond to comments, but you should really update this video. Many folks report the HDMI to VGA-audio does not work for many cameras....when recording video while exporting to HDMI the camera LCD goes black. Also, how can adjust or even seen headphone levels if you are using the HDMI dongle? Best solution, invest in a camera that has microphone and headphone jacks, maybe just get a real video camera. Too many of these expensive mirrorless camera companies (Oly EM5-MkIII) are just being ultra cheap by not including the headphone circuitry and jack. It ain't perfect, but the Panasonic G95 or G9 is a good balance between still and video camera and does not leave off ports you need. Just saying.
Thank you thank you thank you I researched over 20 videos and none of them was in this type of details your awesome and deserve more credit 👍🏾
Been looking for a simple, to the point and clear video like this for awhile. Thank you for taking the time to do this!
Wow, you put a lot of work into this one. Great Video!!!
Would these options work with an external shotgun mic (ie tackstar, rode, etc)
someone pls answer him
I tried the dongle option and it’s not working with mine. My screen goes black with no settings or anything and I’ve tried everything. I don’t know what the hell to do. I shoot 1080 not 4K so. It’s a canon EOS 77D
@@jordanhernandez2541 buy the zoom h1 for 100$ hit record for the audio box then record the the video and clap in the beginning so u know that they are on point then begin the iintro or video scene u have to post edit either way
Aydan Metsch my understanding is that it will not work. I recently ordered a rode after I was told it was compatible with my a6000, which it is not as there is no 3.5 mm port. Anyway, if you go on RUclips and type in Sony a6000 rode mic fix, you can find tutorials of what people do to bypass this issue. This is what a lot of people do, they buy this phone adapter which I will like below, and record the sound separately on there phone. If u buy a rigcage u can mount the phone and the mic up top. I ended up returning my rode and going with the at2035, the entire reason why I wanted a shotgun mic was to avoid editing audio in post, but if I’d have to do that anyway, I might as well buy an xlr condenser mic and get better quality through phantom power. (Most interfaces for xlr mics have a port so u can hear yourself while recording as well, so it seemed kinda like a waste to have the rode go through the camera, and not only would audio have to be recorded on my phone, but I’d have no way to hear myself.) I hope this explains things a bit, I’m getting my equipment to start a channel so I’ve been doing quite a bit of research. I know you asked this a while ago, but I saw other people were still seeking answers so I figured I’d let u all know what I’ve found out so far when reading into mics and other tech for cameras with no 3.5mm port. If you have any questions feel free to ask, if I know the answer I’d be happy to respond 😊
Edit: also; thatonecameraguy is a youtuber that has answered many of my questions about video production, photos, and cameras in general; I highly recommend his channel to anyone interested in this kind of stuff.
www.bestbuy.com/site/rode-0-55-3-5mm-trs-to-trrs-patch-cable-red/6255439.p?skuId=6255439&ref=212&loc=1&ds_rl=1260672&ds_rl=1266837&ref=212&loc=1&ds_rl=1266837&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3IPgBRCAARIsABb-iGItaWAmFaXnV_hSorf7udN4W_E7j3Ep-pk1rkIRnygtrXSDeyybwGkaArOwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
@@katykipling Can you explain what I need or at least give description or links. I have the sony a6000 camera. I want to use a rode mic or something similar but the lack of a headphone jack makes it impossible. I youtubed the fix that you mentioned and cant find any solution. Do I need a micro usb to 3.5 mm and then connect that to a rode mic? Please explain what all I would need. I would love to purchase whatever it takes as I'm starting a youtube channel as well and looking for good audio. Thanks.
Micro hdmi to vga.. not working.. sadly i read comment after make purchase.. 😭
This is awesome but a link I was really looking forward to get is unavailable, could you replace the link the part you said this .......To get the smaller dongle to work with the camera, I used an HDMI adapter which you can find here on Amazon
I use the zoom h1 method, but record audio on both the camera and recorder........and than use pluraleyes to sync up in post (just one click)......that way I still get high quality wav files that are easier to clean up in post (I like to set my levels lower so I have room for peaking)
would you be able to make a tutorial on using the recorder / duel monitor / save option. I'm really interested in that as it seems like it'll give the best audio and it's safe. I'd love to see a quick tutorial video on how to get that working on an a6300. Always love your videos, be well!
Very clever thinking outside the box! I would never have thought of these! Well done.
Great video! I really appreciate you covering all the bases in one presentation 👍🏻
Thanks Stephen!
Great video. Hope the next one will be about adding a line in or mic to the Sony a6000 😎
Thanks for another amazing video! That little Zoom H1 recorder seems to be a fantastic little beast for a hundred bucks. Definitely going to be picking a few up based off of seeing the countless ways you use them. Thanks Caleb!
The last Option while convenient.. is in fact quite risky. If the zoom runs out of battery or has an error you will loose all your audio. If your recording.. and you have only one shot.. then better eyeball the audio on the camera with the audio levels (use a videomic pro for example) and record the audio seperatly with the zoom and the headphones. This way you always have 2 recordings. I write this because ive been in the situation where my zoom H4 decided to bug out mid recording, this can happen with every software recorder.
Hey there! Can you please tell me how best to monitor audio on the Sony ZV-1? It doesn't have a headphone jack, so I was wondering what option would be best (or can it be done via bluetooth headphones perhaps?) - Thanks a million, I'm a complete luddite so really appreciate your videos and any advice! :)
Can you shoot us a link to the splitter you use for option 5 to get headphones and camera audio? Great video as always. You have been the most useful youtuber for me when looking at equipment and learning. Thanks again.
Awesome tip, the last one! Been scratching my head about the ideal solution. I already have a Tascam recorder, so i'm good to go. Thanks!!
Great video. Did a shoot with a G7 in 4K but couldn't hear the audio and our wireless mic battery died. Couldn't use the end of the interview. This technique will fix that issue. Thanks
I bought all options and did not work with my Canon T6i, another options
I need help with this too for my t6i but it seems the only solution is Magic Lantern
I believe the t6i won't allow real time audio out this way, only recorded material.
Mugen00 2 Years ago and you are commenting. Now... New camera, recorders, etc. RELAX MY FRIEND
Very useful video, thank you! The hdmi adaptor tip is great and cheap. That's what I'm going with for now
I have recorders and a nikkon camera but no head phone Jack on camera.. Now I can use my recorders and attachments and get all I want.Ur theeeee Best.😀😀😀
Great ideas. Thank you for the tips. Going to add this vid to my libraries to find it quickly. Unfortunately, with my small channel, I have to go cheap and my camera is a G7. Awesome video, keep them coming.
DUDE! So good. I can't believe how helpful this is!
Great video! I've never even thought of using the sound recorder as a bridge like that! Thanks!
I bought your options 2 lead mini HDMI lead to female hdmi. Then bought the HDMI to VGA with audio jack. Followed your instructions but the screen goes black on all settings nothing works. Any ideas please ??
I've got the same problem - bought what I thought would be the simplest way to get auduo only - only to find the image screen (person being interviewed) was black. As soon as I took out the micro HDMI from the a6300 I had screen again. Anyone know why? Thx
Seemed as though it was my mistake for not looking at the video properly - but no, after going through the menu - turn on duel (audio record) and thought it would be fixed - no way. Still got black all over the screen, and no audio info. Sony a6300. I notice the camera in the vid is a6500.Any fix?
@@geoffreymee7671 in setup menu, hdmi setting, turn off 'hdmi info display'
Oh man so many thanks for making this video! I've been wanting to minitor audio from my cameras for years now and finally I've found a way to do it! Thankyou! :)
Thanks. Informative. Why a modern 4K bridge camera that costs $550-$1000 has a mic jack but no headphone jack makes me wonder if the camera companies have a clue as to how these cameras are being used. They could include a headphone jack for about $1 in parts and circuitry. I like the Beachtek solution because it gives you the option to use two microphones and the vol knobs make it easier to control levels than trying to use the camera menu or buttons.
You didn't explain how to plug the zoom into the camera? Zoom headphone jack to what? The mic jack? Hdmi?
To the mic jack. It's an input, while HDMI is just and output.
I thought the mic jack was only an output? I just tried it, and it sounded terrible lol. Could just be my cord sucks.
I knew I would find you hear. Now you need to redo your mic vid from the other day, all those mics in all those situations with all the above suggested monitoring methods. That should keep you busy to Christmas, hehe. God Damn Fruit Flies
From the H1, split the output. Send one 3.5mm to your camera's mic jack. Send the second 3.5mm to your headphones.
Vegetable Police look for the Hosa YMM-261 Stereo breakout 3.5 mm TRS to dual 3.5 TSF (gives you two mono signals from one stereo, one for headphone one for camera.)
Can I do this to plug a Rode videomicro to my Olympus pen epl6 ? (Option 2 with the HDMI/VGA )
Thanks for the info my friend, this is where DLSR's loose it with me, just done a ghost tour with my D7000, great camera for still, the video image is great, audio is a real let down.
I would love to see a video on cheap alternatives to the ronin m...
Nice: well-organized (lowest to highest quality approach).
I love your channel! I was looking for reviews of LED lights for DSLR cameras for a beauty blogger friend of mine. Your videos were amazing and giving all the right amount of info. Actually more than needed but too long. Your other tutorials are also pretty sweet. Thanks for being awesome and giving great information. I subscribed and will be putting your info to practice when I start my channel. Thanks for being awesome!.
thanks!
I had tried to use an Mini Hdmi FHD adapter with an audio jack output, on my Sony a6000, and nothing coming out, no sound with my headphones comes from Sony a6000
I have the same camera, did u ever find a fix?
nice, didn't know about dual video rec 'solving' the black screen
Zoom H1 set up for the win! Thats what I use. I dont even feed it into the camera. I either feed the mic into the recorder. OR, use one zoom H1 as "better" scratch audio (as opposed to in-camera) and the second one attached to a lav.....or rode mic, depending on whats being recorded. I understand that's not cheap, but yeah.....H1s FTW :)
As always... Great video...
I'm so happy to know more
about this subject...
Thank YOU so much for sharing...
Your final option is basically the same thing I do without plugging it into my gx85 at the end. I (usually) end up with one good track on my dr22 and (hopefully) get to delete the crappy one from the camera - there's no amount of noise reduction or fine tuning to make that sound better.
hey! I recently bought an external monitor to use it with my sony a6300. The monitor also has a headphone jack but when i plug in headphones to my monitor I cant hear any audio?? is there something im missing?
My beachtek is due for arrival tomorow! I'm going to use your safety track setup.
I've been really thinking of getting a decent preamp. I've had audio issues the last few shoots and its been so rough struggling with it. When I shoot for my channel its been fine, but out on a shoot it kills me.
I shot with an audio recorder for a while, but always ended up having out of sync audio
Doesn't using a splitter from that zoom recorder degrade the signal going to the camera ?
Hi! I have a question, maybe for a video. Should I build out my rig with a cage and all I can think of mounting to it? Cage, monitor, pre-amp, light, mic, top and side handle, audio recorder, battery pack, rails, blackbox, ect... OR try to keep it as light as possible? One reason to get like a a6300 is the light weight and size. It seems like a lot of people like to build big rigs just to get a big rig... ? What do you guys think?
Does AVC (MINI USB)cable is compitable for 77D for headphone jack?...Plz reply Sir
For dual system recording, It's cleaner to split the mic input at the mic (mic to camera AND recorder) rather than at the recorder's handphone out. Headphone levels may not be good both recording and monitoring.
do you provide solution for recording?
Last weekend option 5 was my choice on A6300... don't know what happened to the camera recorded audio... thank God I had the the H1 on the splitter and that Uxío was brilliant... Amit more work syncing it. But worth having for the job.... Mic>Zoom H1>camera best option ever...
Really enjoy the channel! Do you have a set of headphones you like in particular? I did a search of the channel to see if you had mentioned anywhere so sorry if you did and I just missed it.
well, i did the setup at 07:49 but in Post the Sound from my Recorder doesnt fit to my camera audio in time. so, i sync it but afer few seconds the sound is in a different "speed" then from the camera. any idea why this is happening? I shooted on my Sony ZV1 in 4K - i recorded with a Philips VoiceTracer - technically it works - but the timing from the files are different ...
Can confirm the Monitor option does not work on my Olympus em5ii, but works superbly on my Sony a7c (which already has a headphone jack and hence is redundant)!
So for audio monitoring, Olympus users need one of the bigger models with the built in headphone jack. Unless an EM5III or new OM5 user can correct me?
Thank you, very helpful! Second link to second option links to a snorkel kit. Would it be possible to have an updated link? Thanks!
I second this
i found a similar product, looks like this would work :
www.amazon.com/ONTEN-Adapter-Compatible-Desktop-Projector/dp/B08N66B451/ref=sr_1_10?crid=3PNXVCN7GLK3A&dchild=1&keywords=male%2Bhdmi%2Bto%2Bfemale%2Bvga%2Badapter&qid=1606088122&sprefix=male%2Bhdmi%2Bto%2B%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-10&th=1
this is probably the one he used i found it:
www.amazon.com/Tendak-Gold-Plated-Converter-Adapter-Projector/dp/B00VTJVJ3S/ref=pd_di_sccai_2/139-8964284-9453623?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00VTJVJ3S&pd_rd_r=a0d75bde-a939-451b-b242-a1816fac2183&pd_rd_w=QqUtY&pd_rd_wg=HUcxk&pf_rd_p=c9443270-b914-4430-a90b-72e3e7e784e0&pf_rd_r=EAHT2JC5FMSMK543PBKT&psc=1&refRID=EAHT2JC5FMSMK543PBKT
@@dom6157 Thanks so much.
Could you do a tutorial for the Fujifilm Finepix S1500?
Liked the video Caleb. Which solutions will work with the Canon M50?
Thanks for this video! Can you tell me which of the dongels work with the Sony a6400?
This was very helpfull to me thank you so much!
Videos like this are incredibly helpful !
A few times you said something like "just plug it in..." without giving any clue what kind of plug we're using, or what kind of input it's going to. You're not the only one making videos guilty of vagueness. Otherwise, great info... after we figure out what you meant.
Yep! Works well with a monitor, that has a headphone jack. A little lag, but livable. Using with a Nikon D5200..
The best video of the year!!!
Love your videos Caleb. They've helped a lot with my business!
Do you have any recommendations for where to buy those old-telephone-wire style HDMI cords?
Great, as always. Good idea. Now, if we add splitter to input of Zoom we can get 2 mics on seperate channels correct? By splitting in post
hi! Thanks fort your great solution. I bought a vga hdmi adapter with audio for my zv1 sony. It works great. Only con is that playing back does not work, i.e. the screen on the camera remains black (it waits for the external vga signal) so I only listen to audio. What do you think?
Thanks
The issue with the last solution is that the phones output is too hot for the camera to handle. Even if the recorder isn't sending audio (in idle mode) the camera will be peaking with just noise. I don't know about the H1, but the H4n and some Tascams I've worked with have that issue.
QUESTION I HAVE A SONY NEX3N LOVE THE PICTURE QUALITY AND VIDEO RECORDING FOR A camera thats old.can you find out if theirs a way we cud connect audio to this nex3n.i bought the same audio hdmi Vga hook up..and ugreen small hdmi female i try connecting it but the screen is black now this camera doesnt have 4k just 1080p.let me know if theirs away i cud connect some audio on this camera because audio is terrible terrible
Awesome video as always thanks so much for taking the time to bring these videos to us!
Will the dongle work with a mic? And will the beacktek connect if the camera doesn’t have a 3.5?
Excellent video and exactly what I was looking for with my A6500. I'm very new to video/audio, but is an external mic required in the options using the H1? Can't you just use the mic on the H1 and only connect the 3.5mm splitter to headphones and camera? Or is it a quality issue? Another question...is there a specific type of splitter you need? I see TRS...TRRS, etc. Thanks. Subscribed.
Nice concept for easy n better audio record with audio recorder device ..wonderful ..i have alternate solution to record video with blutooth headfone with dslr
Your vids are always so helpful. Thanks
This was really useful thanks and works when shooting 4k, tg regards proxy on, however when shooting normal HD the screen goes blank. Any suggestions.
I went with your previous suggestion, and I'm using the Saramonic SmartRig+. I've had a Zoom H1 for years, but never would have thought of using it as a headphone monitor this way. I love the SmartRig+. I like being able to use XLR. I can use it with my Pana G7 or my iPhone. Provides 48v phantom power when I need it. Just doesn't record. I'm guessing that the pre-amps might be better than the H1? Would you now recommend using the H1 vs. the Saramonic (I do like the idea of having a backup track)?
How to HEAR the sound from the MIC WHILE RECORDING. I have boya shotgun mic plug in a Canon SL2 camera and my headphones plug in my Feelworld MA6f field monitor. I can hear the sound when I play the video of the recording, but not while it is recording. Anything I can do?
Would love to hear if you figured this one out. Ive got a SL2 and I would like to try this out but it seems like the SL2 does not send out the audio signal via HDMI while shooting. Did you manage to get it to work?
Leonard Woody no unfortunately, you cannot monitor audio while recording.
Tip: I can't clearly see your right eye in the shadow and that is annoying. Simply add a reflector to you main light source and fill in the right side. Good info, BTW.
Hi Caleb, great video as always, I'll try to buy the recorder and see how this improves my rode micro
currently the sony a7 (first generation) is really low in price... do you raccomend buyng it??
Thank you very helpful!
Possible to attach external mic with sony compact cameras having HDMI port ?? Please make a video on that if possible.
Thank you so much!
Just perfect. Thank you so much!