I hope using both mic at the same time gets to the hero 9 on software updates. I spent more than the cost of the GoPro to get media mod an a decent mic just because the media mod on models before Hero 12 is useless for vlogging when interacting with people. Something that I think can be corrected via software. I have been using using Gopro for more than 10 years and I think this is going to be my last.
@GoPro too bad we can't get the media mod to work consistently on the Hero 10 and others. A known issue that the media mod keeps getting not recognized and the external microphone attached by 3.5 works...until it doesn't. Frustrating.
@@madeiraislander I gave up with GoPro. I got the Pocket 3 and its impressive. If I get another action cam I will go to DJI because my mic is compatible without using any adapter and its cheaper too!
Being a media mod fanboy and seeing as that I film outside 100% of the time.. this boost in sound quality is the type of thing that makes me want to upgrade.
Or..... spend $25 on a Saramonic SR-XM1 and park it in the Media Mod that you already have. I seriously suggest trying that if audio is your only gripe.
@craigshandworld When I use the media mod I get pretty close to the mic so I dont know the range. In January I got the Hollyland Lark M2 wireless mics. They sound incredible and have a range of like 100 yards I think.
YES!!! I hardly use the Media mod because of the sound and only 1 microphone work at a time. This is a game changer for this mod being able to use both mics at the same time and it sounds so much better
Wow. I have the Hero 10 and I haven't really wanted to upgrade AT ALL until this video. And I've been watching a lot of videos. I don't think I will but this is the first feature that tempts me because the Media Mod mic now sounds usable and it does a good job recording from both behind or in front of the camera which makes it even that much easier to use as a vlogging cam.
The 12 was MUCH clearer on good speakers especially in the low register. you can really hear the tone of his voice and not just the nasal qualities that poorer microphones capture
With the front and rear mics, this seems like a no-brainer for someone like me who primarily wears it on the head and talks from behind it. Nice video!
So the problem with the media mod is that your mounting options dwindle significantly, especially if you want to attach to any kind of tripod. The clearance on the bottom diminishes significantly, and some attachments just don't have a long enough thread. Even trying to attach using the "fingers" is more problematic, since a lot of attachment bolts are too wide to fit under the mod. Gopro definitely missed the boat during the design review for the media mod.
Merci from France for this Test, very Helpful, by the way there is any new rode micro 2 ways ? I am still looking for it, I do prefer external mic on go pro quality sound. is better, but not too bad with media mod ;)
Man I just bought a used hero 5 which is like crazy cool for me because I’ve never had anything like it before, and I thought it had a lot of features, well you guys are really showing me up with this the 11s, 12s, and 13s.
That is a great hypothesis, but fortunately it isn't the case - the media mod on previous versions sounds really boxy, low bass, not as rich, not as clear, not as natural - it sounds and feels cheap It was/is the reason I never ''upgraded'' to those versions, the sound quality was really not good enough - the media mod on GoPro Hero ≤11 sounds super super cheap, as heard in this video If you watch/listen to other reviews of the Media Mod on GoPro Hero ≤11, it'll sound the same even without the body of a camera next to it
nice to finally offer something we asked at the very start for a front & rear, but hacking the mics is another option that us older gopro'ers do not have due to not creating today but maybe tomorrow the firmware. I stick to a DJI they took away Omni-directional Mic option and sayings its a FOV, play games with the Consumer, We walk IMHO!
I hope this comes on a software update... I do have a dji mi, but I prefer the simplicity of using only the media mod if both mics works at the same time.
my gopro 11 crashes all the time with media mod and its a hassle unscrewing, removing battery, insert battery again, mounting frame again to get it working :( Wish it worked better 🤷♂
my hero 9 black and 10 black crashed as well with the media mod and froze so the only way to make it work again is as you said to remove the battery which is a hassle. gotta test it on the hero 12. possibly it could also be due to the older classic batteries. I'll have to try with the enduro one.
Hi Danny, thank you so much for this amazing video as always! For my travels it's essential for me to use GoPro's for my videos. Could you do a video comparing the GoPro Hero 12 to the 9? I own both the 9 & 10 and I'm no sure if its worth upgrading. Not very happy with the colours on my 9. Thank you in advance
Are you using 2 different media mods? I bought one but the camera automatically set it up and it's on 'standard mic' Not sure how to change it or where? Can't tap on it or anything..
I have all the GoPros up through GP12. Got the Insta360 X$, and switching to the Ace Pro / Pro 2. Just a better overall camera, but they still need a few tweaks such as a better munt.
would you think there is really no way to add the front+rear mic option in the previous media mod. Is it hardware related or just software they want to hide to force a new purchase?
the media mod is the same that came out a few years ago since the hero 9 black. i just noticed that on the hero 12 black you can enable both front and back mics at the same time, while on the previous hero 10 and 9 you had to choose, front, back or camera internal mics. so it's not an issue of adding this feature to the media mod itself but to the firmware of previous gopro models.
The hardware is the same on the media mod, I tested on a hero 11 and a hero 12 (the extra option doesn't show on the 11). If they add this to the hero 9,10,11 I will be happy forever...
It is software-related - I feel it could be possible up to the GoPro Hero 11 as it is the first GoPro using the GP2 Processor _(like the GH12)_ , but I do not think it would be possible to upgrade on GP1 processor cameras without impacting general performance, overheating and such
Can you connect a mini lavalier microphone to GoPro 12 by using just the new Bluetooth connection without using the media mod? If yes what should I look for in the microphone before I buy it so I make sure it will work with GoPro 12 . Thank you
Hi, Im hearing using ATH-M50XBT, GP12 sounds quite toned down and GP11 is louder. GP should enable the firmware for GP11 to enable media mod mic front+back
Guess I would be considered “old school” since I’m still using the 9, 8 as a back up. Bought them new so have had them for a good while. Going to up grade to the 12.
The 11 definitely has more highs with earbuds on. I threw on my noise canceling over ear headphones next, similar quality, the highs are more crisp on the 11. The 12 has more bass to the sound. Voice clarity is definitely better on the 11, the 12 sounds sorta "muddy". Neither one is bad. I wouldnt upgrade over the built in sound via media mod. The front rear feature is nice, I have a feeling they could offer that in a firmware update.
Kinda surprised it sounds as good as it does - at least on the 12.. Woulda liked to see a test with a mic plugged in, but understandably that's a whole other video probably.
How can i connect my hero 12 to my tv which has hdmi and usb? If i Connect it via usb-c (gopro) to usb(tv) the tv recognizes the camera and charges it but its not able to play the media on the camera, since the tv finds no playable data. Thanks a lot :)
I have been fan of GoPro and using them since Hero 3, but thing has started to change. I need to spend $559 to get the same features I get with the DJI for $399. Why?
The 11 sounds better to me. I'm currently running a Hero 10 and I've gotten VERY frustrated with the Media Mod. It ha been replaced twice already although I did not believe the hardware was the problem. Randomly, at least it seems, the external microphone stops working. Works fine for weeks and then, surprise, although installed like always I will lose hours of footage. So frustrating. Was wondering if maybe they actually fixed this in newer cameras while the rest of us get ignored.
Hey Danny i love your videos and i use a pair of hero 11s for my outdoor channel. I just got the media mod for one of my cams that is typically on a tripod vs on my body like my second cam. I bought it exclusively to put my rode videomicro first gen mic on it fully expecting the media mod to have poor audio but it actually sounds better than my rode which is both exciting and disappointing. My cameras do have the latest updates so maybe they made some improvements to the 11 with the. Check it out for your self again and see if im crazy or if they actually did make a software update that improved it. I currently don’t have any published content with the media mod audio but will soon. Keep up the good work Danny!
Thank you for that, I was wondering if it was worth it, it seems like small gains in certain settings, But it does sound better. Thats all I wanted to know. Again Thank you.
Same mod, same camera all could be done with a software update if they actually believed in product support. Sounds like they just turned the gain down which is something that’s adjustable on dji but the 12 now sounds muffled even with wind reduction off. Have an 11 with mod that I only use for in car track days when the windows have to be down. I was hoping the foam would block wind noise but it really doesn’t do as well as I’ve heard external mic with dead cat and the mod not having its own feet is the dumbest thing GoPro could have ever done and should have never made it past testing.
Hi uncle Blacky. The Hero 12 sounds better and a little muffled compared with the 11. I didn't liked the wind reduction I guess because the media mod mics with the puffy things so a great job.
I Wanted A Zeadio Type Of Smartphone /Camera Rig Mount that I could use my Pixel 6 To shoot with and that had all the attachment shoes and stuff for external Mic and Lights. I got the Zeadio Rig Which is great as the newer Google pixels shoot amazing video and have Cinematic and Creator Modes. Anyways.. Christmas rolled around and my dad Surprised me with my first real go pro. Wasn't expecting it. He got my the go pro hero black 12. So I have it Attached Above my phone on the right on this extendable Curved Attachment arm. But just saw this media mod gear and Will probably get it just because sound is super important on both cameras when shooting short films and scenes or anything. I ordered a shot gun mic for on top the rig and Two side lights. But also wanted either a boom mic for my phone and rig or perhaps go with the Bluetooth Clip on small Mics... Not sure. Just know sound is tough to get from actors in any environment if the shot is from a distance. I'm hoping this go pro is As cool as it looks. Alot of settings I didn't expect.
sad that they couldn't just do a firmware update for the 10 and 11 to implement these changes. instead we're forced to purchase the 12 for these new features.
The dual mic feature is not new. They brought it back. The only thing that is enticing me to upgrade is longer battery life. Otherwise, there’s no need to upgrade from the 11.
actually I also like the hdr, 10 bit, 8:7 format, longer battery life, less heating, night timelapse modes, but there's no gps. they could add it in an external remote though for whomever needs to use it.
Holey moley the sound quality's increase is *_very_* noticeable and honestly is a huge deciding factor for me ahahaha I was always very disappointed in the very underwhelming sound quality on previous models, but the media mod on the GH12 sounds very very good! Not boxy, not low-quality, wider range, clearer and more natural sound... The media mod is *_finally_* usable as-is!
We're glad you're as stoked on HERO12 Black's new features as we are, Danny 🔥
I hope using both mic at the same time gets to the hero 9 on software updates. I spent more than the cost of the GoPro to get media mod an a decent mic just because the media mod on models before Hero 12 is useless for vlogging when interacting with people. Something that I think can be corrected via software. I have been using using Gopro for more than 10 years and I think this is going to be my last.
I own an 8, two 9’s and the 12. I am really happy with the 12. Game changer for me.
@GoPro too bad we can't get the media mod to work consistently on the Hero 10 and others. A known issue that the media mod keeps getting not recognized and the external microphone attached by 3.5 works...until it doesn't. Frustrating.
@@Elimporta2 That would be pretty cool but yeah, it's not going to happen :(
@@madeiraislander I gave up with GoPro. I got the Pocket 3 and its impressive. If I get another action cam I will go to DJI because my mic is compatible without using any adapter and its cheaper too!
Being a media mod fanboy and seeing as that I film outside 100% of the time.. this boost in sound quality is the type of thing that makes me want to upgrade.
Or..... spend $25 on a Saramonic SR-XM1 and park it in the Media Mod that you already have. I seriously suggest trying that if audio is your only gripe.
@@BarryPbut it connects directly to de media mod, do you still get good quality audio while recording from the front camera?
@@jaybrosa Can you be slightly more specific? I'm not sure what you mean.
how far is the range to hear sound?
@craigshandworld When I use the media mod I get pretty close to the mic so I dont know the range. In January I got the Hollyland Lark M2 wireless mics. They sound incredible and have a range of like 100 yards I think.
I LOVE how you formatted this video, switching from one audio sample to the next, back and forth. Wonderful review, thank you!!
YES!!! I hardly use the Media mod because of the sound and only 1 microphone work at a time. This is a game changer for this mod being able to use both mics at the same time and it sounds so much better
Wow. I have the Hero 10 and I haven't really wanted to upgrade AT ALL until this video. And I've been watching a lot of videos. I don't think I will but this is the first feature that tempts me because the Media Mod mic now sounds usable and it does a good job recording from both behind or in front of the camera which makes it even that much easier to use as a vlogging cam.
The 10 bit HDR and GP-Log are also absolutely outstanding if you do anything on bright days under trees.
To me, the 11 had more volume than the 12 in either setting.
The 12 was MUCH clearer on good speakers especially in the low register. you can really hear the tone of his voice and not just the nasal qualities that poorer microphones capture
any test with/without the media mod so we can decide if this worth buying? ty
The volume is greatly reduced on the 12 compared to the 11. SO they seems to have reduce wind noise, but overall volume was decreased as well.
I concur.
Like the fact that you can have front and rear microphones on at the same time.
With the front and rear mics, this seems like a no-brainer for someone like me who primarily wears it on the head and talks from behind it. Nice video!
El media Mod de la camara 11, le sirve a la Gopeo 12.??
Great video, definite improvement in sound on the 12!
Where can we get that dual camera holder at 0:07
I am new to the GoPro world. As I am doing POV recording and you are a God send dude. Thanks for all the help.
Wow the mod on the 12 sounds heaps better than the 11. I have the 11 and won’t upgrade but damn
Great review, brotha! I just ordered mine and a GoPro 12. RESPECT!!
What video settings do you use to record this video, looks so crisp
Great vid Danny, You are honestly one of the best on here.
I was quite shocked to see front and back mic on media mod I was like oh shit let’s go
So the problem with the media mod is that your mounting options dwindle significantly, especially if you want to attach to any kind of tripod. The clearance on the bottom diminishes significantly, and some attachments just don't have a long enough thread. Even trying to attach using the "fingers" is more problematic, since a lot of attachment bolts are too wide to fit under the mod. Gopro definitely missed the boat during the design review for the media mod.
Hey. Can we use old media mod for hero 9 to gopro 12 to capture both side audio??? Or we have new media mode for gopro 12??
You use the same media mod. I upgraded from 9 to 12. Same media mod, new features unlocked!
@@Ramcharger same here man. Its working fantastic. Thanks.
Was the Media Mod available for the GoPro Hero 8? Or just the Mic Adapter?
It sounds like the 12 seems muffled. The 11 sounds more clear. 🤷🏼♂️
Merci from France for this Test, very Helpful, by the way there is any new rode micro 2 ways ? I am still looking for it, I do prefer external mic on go pro quality sound. is better, but not too bad with media mod ;)
deos it fit for hero 9?
Hi, is the front and rear mic an option in the Hero 12?? I really miss this feature in the Hero 10.
How was that 30 seconds
Ah-ha! Being able to use both front and rear Mike with the 12 is the decision-maker for me. I’m going to order one!
Man I just bought a used hero 5 which is like crazy cool for me because I’ve never had anything like it before, and I thought it had a lot of features, well you guys are really showing me up with this the 11s, 12s, and 13s.
Hi what mics do you suggest buying as external for the go pro?
Can this media mod fit gopro 10 please?
This is awesome, I never heard they changed it and I got it back on the hero11 and now have a hero 12/13
Could the difference in sound be caused by the body of 1 camera being next to the mic of the other?
That is a great hypothesis, but fortunately it isn't the case - the media mod on previous versions sounds really boxy, low bass, not as rich, not as clear, not as natural - it sounds and feels cheap
It was/is the reason I never ''upgraded'' to those versions, the sound quality was really not good enough - the media mod on GoPro Hero ≤11 sounds super super cheap, as heard in this video
If you watch/listen to other reviews of the Media Mod on GoPro Hero ≤11, it'll sound the same even without the body of a camera next to it
Is it okay on motovlogging?
Background noise reduction on 12 I noticed
Only go 12 can use both mic or what mate!? Can 11 do it!?
Thank you for this!
Question: Can you record with let's say, front mic and external at the same time?
Great tips, thanks for sharing.
Hey Danny, can u mount it with hohem isteady mt2?
nice to finally offer something we asked at the very start for a front & rear, but hacking the mics is another option that us older gopro'ers do not have due to not creating today but maybe tomorrow the firmware. I stick to a DJI they took away Omni-directional Mic option and sayings its a FOV, play games with the Consumer, We walk IMHO!
I hope this comes on a software update... I do have a dji mi, but I prefer the simplicity of using only the media mod if both mics works at the same time.
my gopro 11 crashes all the time with media mod and its a hassle unscrewing, removing battery, insert battery again, mounting frame again to get it working :( Wish it worked better 🤷♂
my hero 9 black and 10 black crashed as well with the media mod and froze so the only way to make it work again is as you said to remove the battery which is a hassle. gotta test it on the hero 12. possibly it could also be due to the older classic batteries. I'll have to try with the enduro one.
Front and back microphone with media mode 👍👍👍
Hi Danny, thank you so much for this amazing video as always! For my travels it's essential for me to use GoPro's for my videos. Could you do a video comparing the GoPro Hero 12 to the 9? I own both the 9 & 10 and I'm no sure if its worth upgrading. Not very happy with the colours on my 9. Thank you in advance
So I have the GoPro 11 with the media mod
do I have to buy a new media mod so it records from both front and rear mic?????
that was great
In H12, is it possible to record one channel ( R ) from a Bluetooth Mic and the other ( L ) from an external mic connected to the media mod?
What do you think of just using a completely separate external microphone and plugging that in with that be even better?
It's a huge pity that GoPro didn't make a stereo mic set up, with better capsules.
The media mod is so overpriced for what it does.
Wow, GoPro should definitely make a Media Mod V.2 with dual mics for stereo. Great idea!
@@TimBrownTownYea, it doesn't make sense to attach a media mod, that reduces the audio to a "Just OK" mono sound.
What was GoPro thinking?
now technically it is stereo on the hero 12 black with both front and back mics enabled@@TimBrownTown
Are you using 2 different media mods? I bought one but the camera automatically set it up and it's on 'standard mic' Not sure how to change it or where? Can't tap on it or anything..
Can we use any type c microphone with GoPro Hero 11 on media mod???
good question, but the answer is no, it only works as an data and power
I have all the GoPros up through GP12. Got the Insta360 X$, and switching to the Ace Pro / Pro 2. Just a better overall camera, but they still need a few tweaks such as a better munt.
would you think there is really no way to add the front+rear mic option in the previous media mod. Is it hardware related or just software they want to hide to force a new purchase?
the media mod is the same that came out a few years ago since the hero 9 black. i just noticed that on the hero 12 black you can enable both front and back mics at the same time, while on the previous hero 10 and 9 you had to choose, front, back or camera internal mics. so it's not an issue of adding this feature to the media mod itself but to the firmware of previous gopro models.
The hardware is the same on the media mod, I tested on a hero 11 and a hero 12 (the extra option doesn't show on the 11). If they add this to the hero 9,10,11 I will be happy forever...
It is software-related - I feel it could be possible up to the GoPro Hero 11 as it is the first GoPro using the GP2 Processor _(like the GH12)_ , but I do not think it would be possible to upgrade on GP1 processor cameras without impacting general performance, overheating and such
What settings did you use? Because my Hero 9 and 11 with the media mod Raw audio Medium processing sounds better than this. 🤔
This helps make the gopro a great vlogging camera!
great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Can you connect a mini lavalier microphone to GoPro 12 by using just the new Bluetooth connection without using the media mod?
If yes what should I look for in the microphone before I buy it so I make sure it will work with GoPro 12 . Thank you
Hi,
Im hearing using ATH-M50XBT, GP12 sounds quite toned down and GP11 is louder.
GP should enable the firmware for GP11 to enable media mod mic front+back
Got my hero 12 in today upgrading from a hero 6 waiting for snapmount to restock the media mod mount.
I just bought mine as well. It's still in the box
Guess I would be considered “old school” since I’m still using the 9, 8 as a back up. Bought them new so have had them for a good while. Going to up grade to the 12.
The 11 definitely has more highs with earbuds on. I threw on my noise canceling over ear headphones next, similar quality, the highs are more crisp on the 11. The 12 has more bass to the sound. Voice clarity is definitely better on the 11, the 12 sounds sorta "muddy". Neither one is bad. I wouldnt upgrade over the built in sound via media mod. The front rear feature is nice, I have a feeling they could offer that in a firmware update.
Kinda surprised it sounds as good as it does - at least on the 12.. Woulda liked to see a test with a mic plugged in, but understandably that's a whole other video probably.
So the Media Mod for Hero11 works on the 12? Cool deal.
Good review 😊
I like the front and rear option
Hero 12 sounds pretty good in the media mod!
But is the media mod for the sound really worth it for the 12? someone who just has the 11. Hate to upgrade for marginal sound quality. 🤷🏻♂️
The volume is lower on the 12 th 😁
How can i connect my hero 12 to my tv which has hdmi and usb? If i Connect it via usb-c (gopro) to usb(tv) the tv recognizes the camera and charges it but its not able to play the media on the camera, since the tv finds no playable data. Thanks a lot :)
I have been fan of GoPro and using them since Hero 3, but thing has started to change. I need to spend $559 to get the same features I get with the DJI for $399. Why?
Only downside is difficulty of changing the battery
The 11 sounds better to me. I'm currently running a Hero 10 and I've gotten VERY frustrated with the Media Mod. It ha been replaced twice already although I did not believe the hardware was the problem. Randomly, at least it seems, the external microphone stops working. Works fine for weeks and then, surprise, although installed like always I will lose hours of footage. So frustrating. Was wondering if maybe they actually fixed this in newer cameras while the rest of us get ignored.
Hey Danny i love your videos and i use a pair of hero 11s for my outdoor channel. I just got the media mod for one of my cams that is typically on a tripod vs on my body like my second cam. I bought it exclusively to put my rode videomicro first gen mic on it fully expecting the media mod to have poor audio but it actually sounds better than my rode which is both exciting and disappointing. My cameras do have the latest updates so maybe they made some improvements to the 11 with the. Check it out for your self again and see if im crazy or if they actually did make a software update that improved it. I currently don’t have any published content with the media mod audio but will soon. Keep up the good work Danny!
Great bro, you gained my suscription
thanks so much perusha!
A step not a leap. At least they are making some improvements.
Just bought my Hero12!
Nice Reviw
The 11 sounds more tinny
Nice video!
Definitely sounds better on the 12
Thank you for that, I was wondering if it was worth it, it seems like small gains in certain settings, But it does sound better. Thats all I wanted to know. Again Thank you.
Same mod, same camera all could be done with a software update if they actually believed in product support. Sounds like they just turned the gain down which is something that’s adjustable on dji but the 12 now sounds muffled even with wind reduction off. Have an 11 with mod that I only use for in car track days when the windows have to be down. I was hoping the foam would block wind noise but it really doesn’t do as well as I’ve heard external mic with dead cat and the mod not having its own feet is the dumbest thing GoPro could have ever done and should have never made it past testing.
Okay - that's a plus.
Try gh12 without media. It sounds better.
Hi uncle Blacky. The Hero 12 sounds better and a little muffled compared with the 11. I didn't liked the wind reduction I guess because the media mod mics with the puffy things so a great job.
11 sounded louder than 12 my feeling is there is nothing in the sound quality that would make me upgrade.
I Wanted A Zeadio Type Of Smartphone /Camera Rig Mount that I could use my Pixel 6 To shoot with and that had all the attachment shoes and stuff for external Mic and Lights. I got the Zeadio Rig Which is great as the newer Google pixels shoot amazing video and have Cinematic and Creator Modes. Anyways..
Christmas rolled around and my dad Surprised me with my first real go pro. Wasn't expecting it. He got my the go pro hero black 12. So I have it Attached Above my phone on the right on this extendable Curved Attachment arm. But just saw this media mod gear and Will probably get it just because sound is super important on both cameras when shooting short films and scenes or anything.
I ordered a shot gun mic for on top the rig and Two side lights. But also wanted either a boom mic for my phone and rig or perhaps go with the Bluetooth Clip on small Mics... Not sure. Just know sound is tough to get from actors in any environment if the shot is from a distance.
I'm hoping this go pro is As cool as it looks. Alot of settings I didn't expect.
It does sound better
Why 11 sounds better?
sad that they couldn't just do a firmware update for the 10 and 11 to implement these changes. instead we're forced to purchase the 12 for these new features.
does sound better
You are always good son
Have on opinion that’s why people watch videos like these
Change to three minute Thursday :)
The dual mic feature is not new. They brought it back. The only thing that is enticing me to upgrade is longer battery life. Otherwise, there’s no need to upgrade from the 11.
actually I also like the hdr, 10 bit, 8:7 format, longer battery life, less heating, night timelapse modes, but there's no gps. they could add it in an external remote though for whomever needs to use it.
also they brought back the live preview during recording on the quik mobile app, as it was on the hero 4 black.
Nice video! But not 30 seconds.. unless you americans count time differntly too😅😅😅
The Media Mod on the Gopro Hero 12 black sounds better.
The 11 sounds better. I have an 11 so I’m biased. lol.
Bro does everything but shows us how to put it on
Holey moley the sound quality's increase is *_very_* noticeable and honestly is a huge deciding factor for me ahahaha
I was always very disappointed in the very underwhelming sound quality on previous models, but the media mod on the GH12 sounds very very good! Not boxy, not low-quality, wider range, clearer and more natural sound...
The media mod is *_finally_* usable as-is!