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Thanks for the update. Curtis Judd had issues, too, a few weeks ago, but he released a final review that came out this week and didn’t mention any of the problems he initially had. So, I asked him if he received a firmware update from DJI with fixes, and he said yes. But I wish he would have mentioned that in his final review. Thanks for keeping us updated.
The receiver turns off random at me once and I found out that sometimes, if you touch the contact pins (those copper dots that connects the reciever to the charging case), it triggers a shut down similar on when you put it back in the case. I have tried to replicate tha shut down many times but manage to do it only twice and with a very specific way of contact on the pins.
Did you have both the old receiver and new receiver on the same time which may have caused the interference? The transmitter may have been trying to send the signal to both
Simillar things hapened to me with the older Rode system. Thanks for sharing that! Its great users to know what might happen to them. Since my last fail I use Sony UWP and Tentacle recorders and I never had any issue with them.
The locking connector flub was such a non-issue -- extremely common for those of us with substantial field experience using a variety of lavs and receivers. (I once lost an entire celebrity interview that way.) The locking portion can usually be easily removed for more compatibility, and I simply forgot (never again).
@@SterlingSanders sure if you want a lesser quality product. J/K. but we are arguing about 3-400$ pieces of equipment, so the quality is unbelievable for both of these 400$ systems.
@@Magnum199999no sadly on the Mic 2 this is really the difference of a CZcamsr market versus a independent journalist market who has higher standards but at a similar budget. These aren’t too different price points from those where a locking TRS is the minimum acceptable standard and we should be demanding this.
Does anyone make a small converter that has a female lock on one side and then a normal 1/8 jack on the other? Seems insane to dremmel off the locking collar on a $400 mic esp when that feature makes the mic better. -P
Does that thumb tightening ring on the lavalier prevent the plug from getting fully into the transmitter. I'm thinking it could cause it to not go deep enough inside.
I had in consistent interference issues my DJI mic 1. I loved everything about the mics but after a few updates I started having issues with different lavs and 3.5mm cables. I ended up going back to the Rode lavs.
I've been getting intermittent artifact noise in some videos w/ the DJI Lav. I thought the new Firmware might have fixed it, but not the case. It's not quite as bad as yours, but I'm filming on an iPhone. I'm on my 1st replacement, so it's 2 units w/ the issue so far. Like you, I feel the Mic 1 is more reliable.
Wonder if it's possible to run two systems at the same time in order to record 4 people simultaneously. I'm not sure if that doubles your chances of having issues but ultimately it would be nice to have a 4 lav set up for us small time gunners.
That is definitely because of the locking pins in my experience. Dji mic first edition is not working with my rode lavaliers unless it is forced in the jack appropriately
We have problems with wisa speakers in combination with wifi on 5ghz. The dji 2 run on 2.4 ghz. Maybe you want to try and disable 5ghz to make sure a laptop is connected on 2.4 and then download a large file while testing the mic.
I have the same Sennheiser MKE 2 Gold mic and I had to cut off the locking collar to make it work reliably. If you do so, it will work, but obviously, you lose the locking ability/security of the body pack transmitters.
Did you or someone at the studio happen to have a microwave running near by? I know it sounds weird and is kinda freaky, but whenever I am near a microwave running and am listening to Bluetooth I get a similar interference sound.
That is weird. Under the clip is a place for you to put the cord for a lav mic so it cant pull out. no need for a locking jack. Iv heard of a few problems with the mic2. It sounds like dji might have pushed these out a little prematurely. I haven't had a problem with mine yet.
I have huge issues with the Rødes and The DJI v1 where I live in Copenhagen. It's as though 95 percent of reviews use these in the middle of nowhere, where theres no interference, but it seems as though you just got some of my problems at your end too. I cant trust these in the city imo.. But for work in small cities and rural areas they are great. Kind regards from Denmark Jørgen
by any chance you’re using a TP link commercial router or similar? having the same issue and once we unplugged all our Tp link routers it worked fine - had it on the first edition of the dji mic 😮
For what it’s worth, we have the 1st gen system. Love it. Recently bought a bluetooth transmitter for my airpods and tried recording an interview while monitoring the sound from the A7s3 with the Bluetooth adapter - the theory being wireless monitoring would literally free me up to float while filming and yet still constantly monitoring sound. BUT… it was interfering with the DJI transmission and made our recording to our A7s3 very garbled- just like what happens to you. And also like you, the on-board recording was fine. I was able to figure it out because we use to use a Sennheiser system but something was wrong with the recordings which at first I blamed on the camera, then the cable. Took we a while to realize the compact elbow receiver did not like being within 2ft of our PMW-F5. Once I let it dangle off of it, everything was great. Maybe that helps you sleuth out the issue somehow?
Sorry 2 hear again, comes down to a Defect, as if you feel the locking jack is a concern put an adapter on and try that was never mentioned , good luck
Curtis Judd has the same interference problem. DJI said it would be fixed in an update. At least that's the answer I think he got. Until the fix the issues, I'm steering clear of this mic system.
I had the exact same problem with the interference on a different brand but similar feature set. I am currently in contact with customer service to get the issue resolved, and they have responded to my problems within a reasonable time frame. The Ankerwork M650 are very similar in features to the DJI mic 2, and I actually prefer their round shape over the rectangular DJI. However, just as you said in this video, the audio was completely unusable and I was using them in a "live streaming setting". The first set would get the interfence randomly and this was in a rural setting with no major sources of interference such as cell phone towers, transformers, large power lines and etc. I isolated each side of the stereo audio through a mixer and both mics had the same issue even though one was more prone to the problem. I eventually duplicated the problem with nothing but a cellphone and the mic set with all other electronics removed. They replaced that set and the replacement set had the same issue but I could easily duplicate the problem by being outside of a 25 foot range. Yes, I did say that correct, outside of 25 feet, straight line of sight with no obstructions the audio was unusable. However, the first set would work at times with a range of several hundred feet, even through building walls. So, I believe there may be some QC issues regarding reception that use a common component to both systems. My audio anomaly sounds the exact same, as that poor reception, garbled jibberish that you display in this video.
Interesting! I am in the middle of a weeks' long interaction with DJI Support for my Mic (version 1) because it produces a buzzing interference sound only with the Sony A1, not with the Sony A7S3. I have tested many cables, many mics, same A1 with Rode wireless, etc. And it is only between DJI Mic 1 and Sony A1. Mine I can replicate every time....
Great Update. Don't feel bad; It's YOUR experience. Reliability is key. With all the time, money, and planning shoots and interviews take, reliability is #1. I'm just now venturing out and trying the Rode Wireless PRO (due to your reviews) from my ultra-heavy, bombproof, but 100% reliable Sony UWP system. Until now, every other system couldn't be counted on. Plus, glitchy equipment makes you look like an amateur- even when it's not your fault. edit: misspelled amateur :/
The Locking connector issue...can't that be resolved by purchasing a Locking female TRS to Male non-locking TRS adapter? Problem fixed you would think. And it sounds like you have a lemon. At least I hope you do because I purchased the DJI Mic 2 and I love mine, but these issues that everyone is having really scare me.
Do you know a product name or link to a 'Locking female TRS to Male non-locking TRS adapter'? I had a look and haven't found anything yet but that would be a good solution/test
I ended up having to contact DJI a bunch of different times about the DJI Mic 1. I really didn't get any decent help until I shared my CZcams channel. After that they were quick to help and still help me to this day. I just returned my DJI Mike one which randomly stopped getting clean audio from the receiver. It was completely unusable It went back to DJI and came back working. I have the DJI Mike too also and people really didn't like my video criticizing it. 😊 I will have to update everyone also because I actually like this mic a lot more now
I have noticed the same issue in my mic I did the firmware update. My receiver also just died without any reason. I have had so much bad audio in the last week that I feel they have some issues.
So I had a similar problem with my DJI Mic 1 in regards to plugging in a mic to one of the transmitters. After a few email exchanges they suggested that I plug and unplug the cable to transmitter about 10 times and it should reset and work. 😂 yeah, it worked. So, now I do that every time a plug into the one transmitter. Unfortunately, my unit was out of warranty. Rather than spend $$ on costly repairs I live with it! 🤷🏽♂️
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I've had that same issue with the interference with the DJI 1s, and interestingly, same thing with rode wireless GOs. I have no clue why and never found a good way to fix it either... super weird
Used it ytd but haven't used with any Lav mic. Direct connection from like a DAC to the transmitter works well tho and hearing the audio from the receiver interestingly the audio from the headphone port is more full rather than the orange output port. Anyone tested this? Is it because of the impedence? But other than that I think the battery for one transmitter is about 5.5 hours before it reaches critical.(This is with recording with 32 bit float ON, NC off and Low Cut OFF.
I had issues with the Mic2 as well. I purchased 3 completed sets as well as 3 OSMO Pocket 3 creator sets. All Mic2s from OSMO creator sets AND Mic2 sets work with the OSMO Pocket 3 and can be easily paired and swapped. The issue is that within an hour the mics refused to pair to two of the receivers. I went through DJIs troubleshooting and they eventually asked me to return the two DJI Mic2 Sets that wouldn’t pair with the receivers. Hopefully this can be fixed through an update, but even that can’t happen unless it can be loaded directly onto the Mic2 it’s self. I also had the same interference issues but only if I was around a 2.4ghz source… like you guessed it WiFi. The mics worked beautifully away from WiFi sources:( Hope this helps someone.
The Shure Motiv lav which does not have a locking end , is not working when plugged in either … pretty crazy, cause it worked flawlessly with my dji mic 1 set.
I have personally had that weird interference issue on the original DJI mics when paired with my cell phone, but it only ever happened once and haven't been able to replicate it again.
This creates a confidence issue for me. Especially if you are monitoring your audio. I recently updated my firmware and, after recording, discovered all my audio from the internal mic was super quiet. I thought the update was supposed to reverse that. I’m going to look into the settings in the camera for now, but I had to push all my mic audio to the max in the video I’m publishing tomorrow just to make it loud enough :(
32 bit can sometimes be quiet, in that it doesn't really matter what the volume is. Has pushing the gain caused any issues in the audio when you've edited it? It's not left on lower dB or not having 32 bit turned on? Also have you checked the internal recording on the transmitter to check if it's better
@@jambononi so I figured it out. When I updated the firmware they reset my mic gains :(. Should have thought to check. Just one of those setting so forgot. It will be testing for the next couple days to figure out which gains I like the best for mic placement.
@@thebetterbuy sounds good. And remember if you put 32 bit float recording on you always have a backup recording on the transmitter where the gain doesn't matter, so you're always safe.
It's really crazy with these mics. I had bad issues with interference sounds with the DJI mics with my Sony cameras. A7s3, fx3, fx6. Also had issues with rode wireless gos and gen2. Only works fine in the XLR 3.5mm jack. Can never replicate the issues for customer service to help. I tried every combo I could think of to narrow down the issues. Just came down to not compatible between Sony and DJI.
Sennheiser lavs work mostly only with Sennheiser system, as does Rode. Sound guys tell that they have opposite wiring (whatever that means). I guess its the same with DJI in this case.
Im not in an audio profession, My guess, DJI 2 has a Bluetooth connection. remember it's a three devices, 2TX and 1RX each got to have Bluetooth setup within it. The problem seem to be the communication between those Bluetooth. I believe the firmware update can fix it unless it built different (do not take my word for it).
The reason the DJI engineers give seems very plausible for me. Connectors like those especially can have quite a big variance. Normally never an issue as they are intended to put some pressure on the contacts. I have a simple solution for you: An 3.5mm locking to 3.5mm regular adapter. Should only be a couple of bucks.
2.4MHz is a very crowded frequency band with Bluetooth WiFi and what not. It is very easy to get dropouts. If you are in the USA it is much worse because there the allowed transmit power is larger and everyone is allowed to interfere much longer distances.
I just did two shoots. The first one I had the low cut on by default so sound was muffled. Then I fixed settings. Did a two man shoot and wow these mics suck! I want to like them so bad.
It is not just you. Curtis Judd had issues too, so eh, sample size of professionals having issues on early bird samples is interesting. Firmware or hardware issues. Maybe later production runs were higher quality than reviewer samples. Or maybe there are production issues that will be reflected in overall reviews once sampling biases goes away. Great to know that DJI doesn’t cherry pick reviewer samples :) Feels a bit like the Canon R5 debacle but worse, and R5 issues could be mitigated with firmware update or less demanding video settings. DJI malfunctioning in various strange ways at its core functionality seems way worse.
I just remove the locking portion from the mic. Unfortunate that you need to do that to be sure. They should really make a non-locking variant of the mic.
I bought the original DJI mic system from B&H. The receiver locked up almost immediately; I couldn't even turn it off. I returned the set for a full refund and bought a Rode Wireless Go system. I think DJI makes some awesome audio kit but they have serious quality control issues. Presumably, their drones are much more reliable.
To be quite honest with you it was probably just interference from a Wi-Fi device. If your watch is transmitting a video signal or your router is sending 6 gigahertz or 5 GHz signal. You never really know what that type of stuff and you'll never get a street answer out of engineers. Although for some reason I thought you might know this lol
I’m having an interference noise which is my own voice repeating on a very low volume on the background Like a whisper of my own voice It sucks for me 😊
DJI Mics are poorly shielding, Rodes Wireless Pro is a little better but when it comes to shielding and range, Hollyland performed the best, but I prefer the sound of the Rode a little bit more.
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I don't do tech reviews, but I have 1100 videos up on CZcams, so I heavily rely on technology. My DJI Mic V2 has worked flawlessly. Although I don't use lav mics often anymore, I do have a couple of Rode Lav mics that worked well with my DJI Mic V1 kit. Next time I shoot, I will test my Rode lavs to make sure they work, just in case. I am glad the V2 kit works without a receiver on my Pocket 3, and I plan on replacing my Action 3 with the 4 just for the built-in receiver. When it comes to tech, I like less but better: no receiver and no wire, just turn on the mic and see the audio bar bouncing across the top of the screen. Plus, I use the Mic V2 without a receiver directly with my iPhone and MacBook Pro. It has simplified my setup time and has worked 100% so far. I do have the 32-bit internal record set up to auto-start when I record but haven't needed it yet. No receiver, no wire from receiver to camera, no lav mic plugged in. Turn on the mic and hit record; great audio and foolproof, which I need as a solo creator with no one to check audio or video; I just need it to work every time.
It’s great that it works for you but “great audio” over Bluetooth with this kit seems like a huge stretch from every example out there. To be clear I’m not saying it’s not perfect for your use case and keeping the capture and post at the perfect level for you, but in the context beyond social media, the BT transmission is only slightly better than most BT headsets.
Thanks Bro! Only because "every other review is so positive" that means nothing. A lot of reviews are payed, don´t forget that. Your isues are your issues, END of the story. Try another unit and let us know!
Bottom line, Rode Wireless Pro is the way to go for a premium more professional product. dji does win in a lot of categories, but to me…Rode hands down. BTW, Rode did have a sale for $349 on the Rode last week! It’s better value even at $400 the fact that you get the lav mics for free.
I sound that the trrs microphones do not work. You need ts they are not designed for more sophisticated microphones. Rode lav mics are ts. They work just fine. If the lavs have three lines on the 1/8 inch plug it won't work. Get the one with 2 lines
ok so im really happy that the noise cancel button can be disabled ! .. but this is what I dont get ... this tx is small , so most men have banana hands and holding the tx to put in their pocket , its easy to hold the power button and turn it off including recording ! .. how is this possible ??? surely all they had to do was a disable all tx buttons via rx !! its just so frustrating ,,,.. please can everyone message dji ? all we want is a hold option like the zoom h1 which is ancient !
Haha, it's just you! I've had no issues. Obviously the mic works and the issue is transmission and/or the receiver. When you get the new unit, try it at home and somewhere remote. Sennheiser lavs are a PITA when not used with Sennheiser equip.
when they make the mic input where you an screw it in the mic, then it will be perfect, and maybe go back to matte black too. the designs is cool but we want practical not cool for video interviews
Weird that the way the 3.5 locking jack is designed makes it incompatible with female jacks without the locking threads. That’s a really stupid design choice.
Every time I listen to an audio recorded on the DJI mic 2, it sounds awful no matter the chanel. I have a lot of respect for DJI and own several of their products but how could DJI mess that 1 that bad is baffling?!?!?!
I just bought the DJI Mic 1 for a couple of reasons. 1. Price point 2. Looks better, the design of the Mic 2 draws more attention because you can even see the components inside 3. The sound quality is the same, some people have said even better than Mic 2
The DJI mics use TRS and the lav mics people are using are TRRS. So you’ll need an adapter or a TRS lav mic according to this CZcamsr: czcams.com/video/CnNb3CsVe68/video.htmlsi=fP9B5MWjncfL1g68
Thanks for the update. Curtis Judd had issues, too, a few weeks ago, but he released a final review that came out this week and didn’t mention any of the problems he initially had. So, I asked him if he received a firmware update from DJI with fixes, and he said yes. But I wish he would have mentioned that in his final review. Thanks for keeping us updated.
I agree. I surprised Curtis didn't actually mention the firmware update.
@@mattconstance2196 Curtis did have a pre production firmware which was never on retail units.
Thank you for the update!! I still love my set, so far it has been good.
The receiver turns off random at me once and I found out that sometimes, if you touch the contact pins (those copper dots that connects the reciever to the charging case), it triggers a shut down similar on when you put it back in the case. I have tried to replicate tha shut down many times but manage to do it only twice and with a very specific way of contact on the pins.
Did you have both the old receiver and new receiver on the same time which may have caused the interference? The transmitter may have been trying to send the signal to both
Simillar things hapened to me with the older Rode system. Thanks for sharing that! Its great users to know what might happen to them. Since my last fail I use Sony UWP and Tentacle recorders and I never had any issue with them.
The Sony UWP system has never let me down.
The locking connector flub was such a non-issue -- extremely common for those of us with substantial field experience using a variety of lavs and receivers. (I once lost an entire celebrity interview that way.) The locking portion can usually be easily removed for more compatibility, and I simply forgot (never again).
Or just use a system that has a locking mechanism. *cough Rode cough*
@@SterlingSanders sure if you want a lesser quality product. J/K. but we are arguing about 3-400$ pieces of equipment, so the quality is unbelievable for both of these 400$ systems.
@@Magnum199999no sadly on the Mic 2 this is really the difference of a CZcamsr market versus a independent journalist market who has higher standards but at a similar budget. These aren’t too different price points from those where a locking TRS is the minimum acceptable standard and we should be demanding this.
Does anyone make a small converter that has a female lock on one side and then a normal 1/8 jack on the other? Seems insane to dremmel off the locking collar on a $400 mic esp when that feature makes the mic better. -P
@@FStoppers just get the Rode Wireless pro, it takes locking mechanisms for Lavs. Stubbornly sticking with the DJI doesn’t make any sense.
Can I buy a transmitter only first and then buy the single transmitter one and work like 2 person mic will that work?
Does that thumb tightening ring on the lavalier prevent the plug from getting fully into the transmitter. I'm thinking it could cause it to not go deep enough inside.
I'm planning to buy a single of this product. So I'm looking forward to your next review.Thanks for video from İstanbul.
I had in consistent interference issues my DJI mic 1. I loved everything about the mics but after a few updates I started having issues with different lavs and 3.5mm cables. I ended up going back to the Rode lavs.
I've been getting intermittent artifact noise in some videos w/ the DJI Lav. I thought the new Firmware might have fixed it, but not the case. It's not quite as bad as yours, but I'm filming on an iPhone. I'm on my 1st replacement, so it's 2 units w/ the issue so far. Like you, I feel the Mic 1 is more reliable.
Wonder if it's possible to run two systems at the same time in order to record 4 people simultaneously. I'm not sure if that doubles your chances of having issues but ultimately it would be nice to have a 4 lav set up for us small time gunners.
Great update! Not sure what mic I should buy now...
That is definitely because of the locking pins in my experience. Dji mic first edition is not working with my rode lavaliers unless it is forced in the jack appropriately
We have problems with wisa speakers in combination with wifi on 5ghz. The dji 2 run on 2.4 ghz. Maybe you want to try and disable 5ghz to make sure a laptop is connected on 2.4 and then download a large file while testing the mic.
My DJI contact also went dark!
Fortunately my unit is working great no issue at all and I’m vloggin here in NYC w/ tons of interference around.
They might be on holiday for Chinese New Year? 🤔
Nice to meet you-Fstoppers-bravo- superb -😲
Did you make the last firmware update (DJI Mic 2 Firmware v04.03.08.31（Receiver）?
I have the same Sennheiser MKE 2 Gold mic and I had to cut off the locking collar to make it work reliably. If you do so, it will work, but obviously, you lose the locking ability/security of the body pack transmitters.
Did you or someone at the studio happen to have a microwave running near by? I know it sounds weird and is kinda freaky, but whenever I am near a microwave running and am listening to Bluetooth I get a similar interference sound.
That is weird. Under the clip is a place for you to put the cord for a lav mic so it cant pull out. no need for a locking jack. Iv heard of a few problems with the mic2. It sounds like dji might have pushed these out a little prematurely. I haven't had a problem with mine yet.
So helpful. Thank you so much!
I have huge issues with the Rødes and The DJI v1 where I live in Copenhagen.
It's as though 95 percent of reviews use these in the middle of nowhere, where theres no interference, but it seems as though you just got some of my problems at your end too.
I cant trust these in the city imo..
But for work in small cities and rural areas they are great.
Kind regards from Denmark
Jørgen
by any chance you’re using a TP link commercial router or similar? having the same issue and once we unplugged all our Tp link routers it worked fine - had it on the first edition of the dji mic 😮
Thank you for the info!
For what it’s worth, we have the 1st gen system. Love it. Recently bought a bluetooth transmitter for my airpods and tried recording an interview while monitoring the sound from the A7s3 with the Bluetooth adapter - the theory being wireless monitoring would literally free me up to float while filming and yet still constantly monitoring sound. BUT… it was interfering with the DJI transmission and made our recording to our A7s3 very garbled- just like what happens to you. And also like you, the on-board recording was fine.
I was able to figure it out because we use to use a Sennheiser system but something was wrong with the recordings which at first I blamed on the camera, then the cable. Took we a while to realize the compact elbow receiver did not like being within 2ft of our PMW-F5. Once I let it dangle off of it, everything was great.
Maybe that helps you sleuth out the issue somehow?
Interesting. It sounded just like my glitch? I don't have any additional bluetooth stuff going on in my office.
@@FStoppers which is why I mentioned the F5 and Sennheiser - I suggesting ‘something’ has a conflict. But hey, I could be wrong and frequently am…
Sorry 2 hear again, comes down to a Defect, as if you feel the locking jack is a concern put an adapter on and try that was never mentioned , good luck
Is your lav trrs or trs? It has to be TRS. I think it’s your unit.
Curtis Judd has the same interference problem. DJI said it would be fixed in an update. At least that's the answer I think he got. Until the fix the issues, I'm steering clear of this mic system.
There is no issue.
@@GrenlandUnderVann Yes there is an issue.
I had the exact same problem with the interference on a different brand but similar feature set. I am currently in contact with customer service to get the issue resolved, and they have responded to my problems within a reasonable time frame. The Ankerwork M650 are very similar in features to the DJI mic 2, and I actually prefer their round shape over the rectangular DJI. However, just as you said in this video, the audio was completely unusable and I was using them in a "live streaming setting". The first set would get the interfence randomly and this was in a rural setting with no major sources of interference such as cell phone towers, transformers, large power lines and etc. I isolated each side of the stereo audio through a mixer and both mics had the same issue even though one was more prone to the problem. I eventually duplicated the problem with nothing but a cellphone and the mic set with all other electronics removed. They replaced that set and the replacement set had the same issue but I could easily duplicate the problem by being outside of a 25 foot range. Yes, I did say that correct, outside of 25 feet, straight line of sight with no obstructions the audio was unusable. However, the first set would work at times with a range of several hundred feet, even through building walls. So, I believe there may be some QC issues regarding reception that use a common component to both systems. My audio anomaly sounds the exact same, as that poor reception, garbled jibberish that you display in this video.
Interesting! I am in the middle of a weeks' long interaction with DJI Support for my Mic (version 1) because it produces a buzzing interference sound only with the Sony A1, not with the Sony A7S3. I have tested many cables, many mics, same A1 with Rode wireless, etc. And it is only between DJI Mic 1 and Sony A1. Mine I can replicate every time....
This issues and problems of unstable signal occured from the first version of DJI Mic....Can't do anything or any support from DJI
Great Update. Don't feel bad; It's YOUR experience. Reliability is key. With all the time, money, and planning shoots and interviews take, reliability is #1. I'm just now venturing out and trying the Rode Wireless PRO (due to your reviews) from my ultra-heavy, bombproof, but 100% reliable Sony UWP system. Until now, every other system couldn't be counted on. Plus, glitchy equipment makes you look like an amateur- even when it's not your fault. edit: misspelled amateur :/
The Locking connector issue...can't that be resolved by purchasing a Locking female TRS to Male non-locking TRS adapter? Problem fixed you would think. And it sounds like you have a lemon. At least I hope you do because I purchased the DJI Mic 2 and I love mine, but these issues that everyone is having really scare me.
Do you know a product name or link to a 'Locking female TRS to Male non-locking TRS adapter'? I had a look and haven't found anything yet but that would be a good solution/test
I ended up having to contact DJI a bunch of different times about the DJI Mic 1. I really didn't get any decent help until I shared my CZcams channel. After that they were quick to help and still help me to this day. I just returned my DJI Mike one which randomly stopped getting clean audio from the receiver. It was completely unusable It went back to DJI and came back working. I have the DJI Mike too also and people really didn't like my video criticizing it. 😊 I will have to update everyone also because I actually like this mic a lot more now
I have noticed the same issue in my mic
I did the firmware update. My receiver also just died without any reason. I have had so much bad audio in the last week that I feel they have some issues.
So I had a similar problem with my DJI Mic 1 in regards to plugging in a mic to one of the transmitters. After a few email exchanges they suggested that I plug and unplug the cable to transmitter about 10 times and it should reset and work. 😂 yeah, it worked. So, now I do that every time a plug into the one transmitter. Unfortunately, my unit was out of warranty. Rather than spend $$ on costly repairs I live with it! 🤷🏽♂️
Random unreleased question: I’m really interested how you’re grading your face to camera footage. You have a great desaturated yet rich look going. Is it just slightly desaturated or what’s the secret?
No grading. My key light is set slightly bluer than the background lights
@@FStoppers it’s beautiful lol
Great Video
I've had that same issue with the interference with the DJI 1s, and interestingly, same thing with rode wireless GOs. I have no clue why and never found a good way to fix it either... super weird
Just got mine and the other transmitter won't connect to the reciever, even after updating all of them..
Used it ytd but haven't used with any Lav mic. Direct connection from like a DAC to the transmitter works well tho and hearing the audio from the receiver interestingly the audio from the headphone port is more full rather than the orange output port. Anyone tested this? Is it because of the impedence? But other than that I think the battery for one transmitter is about 5.5 hours before it reaches critical.(This is with recording with 32 bit float ON, NC off and Low Cut OFF.
I had issues with the Mic2 as well. I purchased 3 completed sets as well as 3 OSMO Pocket 3 creator sets.
All Mic2s from OSMO creator sets AND Mic2 sets work with the OSMO Pocket 3 and can be easily paired and swapped.
The issue is that within an hour the mics refused to pair to two of the receivers. I went through DJIs troubleshooting and they eventually asked me to return the two DJI Mic2 Sets that wouldn’t pair with the receivers.
Hopefully this can be fixed through an update, but even that can’t happen unless it can be loaded directly onto the Mic2 it’s self.
I also had the same interference issues but only if I was around a 2.4ghz source… like you guessed it WiFi. The mics worked beautifully away from WiFi sources:(
Hope this helps someone.
i too have random interference issue 😢 not a big deal still it does that once in a while
TLDR Rode Wirless Pro is the move then? Got it, guess I made the right choice.
The Shure Motiv lav which does not have a locking end , is not working when plugged in either … pretty crazy, cause it worked flawlessly with my dji mic 1 set.
Had the same issue. The mic is TRRS and the transmitters require TRS. Got an adapter and it works fine now. The adapter is a TRRS female to TRS Male.
@@TomPodolec i hope they can remedy this with a software update, kind of ridiculous how a Gen 1 version worked fine and this one doesn’t.
I have personally had that weird interference issue on the original DJI mics when paired with my cell phone, but it only ever happened once and haven't been able to replicate it again.
This creates a confidence issue for me. Especially if you are monitoring your audio. I recently updated my firmware and, after recording, discovered all my audio from the internal mic was super quiet. I thought the update was supposed to reverse that. I’m going to look into the settings in the camera for now, but I had to push all my mic audio to the max in the video I’m publishing tomorrow just to make it loud enough :(
32 bit can sometimes be quiet, in that it doesn't really matter what the volume is. Has pushing the gain caused any issues in the audio when you've edited it? It's not left on lower dB or not having 32 bit turned on? Also have you checked the internal recording on the transmitter to check if it's better
@@jambononi so I figured it out. When I updated the firmware they reset my mic gains :(. Should have thought to check. Just one of those setting so forgot. It will be testing for the next couple days to figure out which gains I like the best for mic placement.
@@thebetterbuy sounds good. And remember if you put 32 bit float recording on you always have a backup recording on the transmitter where the gain doesn't matter, so you're always safe.
@@jambononi That was exactly my thinking. I mic up my kids for home videos sometimes and they can get randomly loud and quiet :)
So, did you try another copy???
also most of the time recover is never turned on when i open the box has to wait like 1:2 min or press power button
It's really crazy with these mics. I had bad issues with interference sounds with the DJI mics with my Sony cameras. A7s3, fx3, fx6. Also had issues with rode wireless gos and gen2. Only works fine in the XLR 3.5mm jack.
Can never replicate the issues for customer service to help. I tried every combo I could think of to narrow down the issues.
Just came down to not compatible between Sony and DJI.
You have to replace the cable that came with them. It doesn’t work well with Sony cameras.
Sennheiser lavs work mostly only with Sennheiser system, as does Rode. Sound guys tell that they have opposite wiring (whatever that means). I guess its the same with DJI in this case.
Im not in an audio profession,
My guess, DJI 2 has a Bluetooth connection. remember it's a three devices, 2TX and 1RX each got to have Bluetooth setup within it. The problem seem to be the communication between those Bluetooth. I believe the firmware update can fix it unless it built different (do not take my word for it).
I sent mine back, will stick to the Rode Wireless Pro and the Mic 2 for $99 for Action 4 and Pocket 3 as a backup.
The reason the DJI engineers give seems very plausible for me. Connectors like those especially can have quite a big variance. Normally never an issue as they are intended to put some pressure on the contacts.
I have a simple solution for you: An 3.5mm locking to 3.5mm regular adapter. Should only be a couple of bucks.
You can buy an adapter cable with a screw type 3.5 mm connector one end and a standard 3.5 mm jack the other end.
Do you have a link to this product? I can't seem to find one
With so many issue with the DJI, even though I love the featureset, bought the rode pro anyways. Mic audio is better on the Rode anyways.
2.4MHz is a very crowded frequency band with Bluetooth WiFi and what not. It is very easy to get dropouts. If you are in the USA it is much worse because there the allowed transmit power is larger and everyone is allowed to interfere much longer distances.
I just did two shoots. The first one I had the low cut on by default so sound was muffled. Then I fixed settings. Did a two man shoot and wow these mics suck! I want to like them so bad.
It is not just you. Curtis Judd had issues too, so eh, sample size of professionals having issues on early bird samples is interesting. Firmware or hardware issues. Maybe later production runs were higher quality than reviewer samples. Or maybe there are production issues that will be reflected in overall reviews once sampling biases goes away.
Great to know that DJI doesn’t cherry pick reviewer samples :)
Feels a bit like the Canon R5 debacle but worse, and R5 issues could be mitigated with firmware update or less demanding video settings. DJI malfunctioning in various strange ways at its core functionality seems way worse.
To be clear mine was not early. I purchased this from BH
Couldn’t you use an adapter for the Sennheiser Lav Mic?
I just remove the locking portion from the mic. Unfortunate that you need to do that to be sure. They should really make a non-locking variant of the mic.
I bought the original DJI mic system from B&H. The receiver locked up almost immediately; I couldn't even turn it off. I returned the set for a full refund and bought a Rode Wireless Go system. I think DJI makes some awesome audio kit but they have serious quality control issues. Presumably, their drones are much more reliable.
I am at the rode side but I think the problem is bad copy
To be quite honest with you it was probably just interference from a Wi-Fi device. If your watch is transmitting a video signal or your router is sending 6 gigahertz or 5 GHz signal. You never really know what that type of stuff and you'll never get a street answer out of engineers. Although for some reason I thought you might know this lol
The old system was TRRS the new system is TRS. I was pretty upset about it at first but I guess it is what it is
I’m having an interference noise which is my own voice repeating on a very low volume on the background
Like a whisper of my own voice
It sucks for me 😊
I think you just had a bad set.
But what I am having second thoughts is the sound between rode and DJI
Rode sound more crisp
2:19 well their not wrong its a locking jack very different from a normal jack
DJI Mics are poorly shielding, Rodes Wireless Pro is a little better but when it comes to shielding and range, Hollyland performed the best, but I prefer the sound of the Rode a little bit more.
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Simple… You should not have done any review at all but waited for you / dji to solve the problems.
I don't do tech reviews, but I have 1100 videos up on CZcams, so I heavily rely on technology. My DJI Mic V2 has worked flawlessly. Although I don't use lav mics often anymore, I do have a couple of Rode Lav mics that worked well with my DJI Mic V1 kit. Next time I shoot, I will test my Rode lavs to make sure they work, just in case. I am glad the V2 kit works without a receiver on my Pocket 3, and I plan on replacing my Action 3 with the 4 just for the built-in receiver. When it comes to tech, I like less but better: no receiver and no wire, just turn on the mic and see the audio bar bouncing across the top of the screen. Plus, I use the Mic V2 without a receiver directly with my iPhone and MacBook Pro. It has simplified my setup time and has worked 100% so far. I do have the 32-bit internal record set up to auto-start when I record but haven't needed it yet. No receiver, no wire from receiver to camera, no lav mic plugged in. Turn on the mic and hit record; great audio and foolproof, which I need as a solo creator with no one to check audio or video; I just need it to work every time.
It’s great that it works for you but “great audio” over Bluetooth with this kit seems like a huge stretch from every example out there. To be clear I’m not saying it’s not perfect for your use case and keeping the capture and post at the perfect level for you, but in the context beyond social media, the BT transmission is only slightly better than most BT headsets.
Thanks Bro!
Only because "every other review is so positive" that means nothing. A lot of reviews are payed, don´t forget that.
Your isues are your issues, END of the story.
Try another unit and let us know!
It’s the battle of a wireless transmission company and a microphone company at making the best wireless microphone!
try turning on a microwave oven while doing the test, this affects regular wifi and most all types of wireless devices that overlap that spectrum
We used the Saramonic Blink 500 mics. They were great the first year we had them but they became unreliable this year.
Bottom line, Rode Wireless Pro is the way to go for a premium more professional product. dji does win in a lot of categories, but to me…Rode hands down. BTW, Rode did have a sale for $349 on the Rode last week! It’s better value even at $400 the fact that you get the lav mics for free.
I sound that the trrs microphones do not work. You need ts they are not designed for more sophisticated microphones. Rode lav mics are ts. They work just fine.
If the lavs have three lines on the 1/8 inch plug it won't work. Get the one with 2 lines
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Sounds like the Fstoppers magic touch. Technology loves to frustrate you (i remember the Nvidia GPU saga)
come on bro. Clearly the work of ancient aliens messing with you.
This is exactly why these mics are great. Issue with transmission. Internal recording to save the day.
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I wouldn't waste my time on it ... there are so many good wireless systems that works from the get go.
It is entirely possible that the janky sound could have been your camera processing the audio.
ok so im really happy that the noise cancel button can be disabled ! .. but this is what I dont get ... this tx is small , so most men have banana hands and holding the tx to put in their pocket , its easy to hold the power button and turn it off including recording ! .. how is this possible ??? surely all they had to do was a disable all tx buttons via rx !!
its just so frustrating ,,,.. please can everyone message dji ? all we want is a hold option like the zoom h1 which is ancient !
Haha, it's just you!
I've had no issues. Obviously the mic works and the issue is transmission and/or the receiver. When you get the new unit, try it at home and somewhere remote.
Sennheiser lavs are a PITA when not used with Sennheiser equip.
Or maybe it's your metal roof and it can't send all your recordings back to China 😂
You shouldn't have posted this video until you were able to compare with another set
when they make the mic input where you an screw it in the mic, then it will be perfect, and maybe go back to matte black too. the designs is cool but we want practical not cool for video interviews
Weird that the way the 3.5 locking jack is designed makes it incompatible with female jacks without the locking threads. That’s a really stupid design choice.
I’m guessing maybe you dropped it accidentally, or whoever delivered it maybe dropped it before they delivered it to you? 🤷🏽♂
Every time I listen to an audio recorded on the DJI mic 2, it sounds awful no matter the chanel. I have a lot of respect for DJI and own several of their products but how could DJI mess that 1 that bad is baffling?!?!?!
The distorted interference sounds like a robocall.
Bro let it go. It’s still brand new.
That interference sounds strangely like someone turned on a microwave oven nearby.
I just bought the DJI Mic 1 for a couple of reasons.
1. Price point
2. Looks better, the design of the Mic 2 draws more attention because you can even see the components inside
3. The sound quality is the same, some people have said even better than Mic 2
The DJI mics use TRS and the lav mics people are using are TRRS. So you’ll need an adapter or a TRS lav mic according to this CZcamsr: czcams.com/video/CnNb3CsVe68/video.htmlsi=fP9B5MWjncfL1g68
Yep. Once I got the adapter, no more issues
I have the same issue with DJI , interference so bad
It was aliens.