UPDATE: I would still recommend this microphone. The plastic clip broke - I contacted Purple Panda and they sent me a whole new microphone for free. Hats off for their customer service.
Thanks for the update. I recently bought the PowerDewise lapel mic and it was DOA. So Ill give the Panda a try. Which would you say is a close second place to the Panda?
I would think so. I didn’t mention my review in my customer service ticket so it should be no problem. Looking at amazon reviews, it looks like their customer support is good overall.
@@anderszidane973 Have you compare Purple Panda with PowerDewise？ I like Power more than Purple， its sounds better than Purple when I yelling, But my friend likes Purple sound tones.
Well done my friends! I've been looking at all the different cheap mics on Amazon and keep coming back to this one. Mostly cuz of the cute as a button name.
Helped out a lot! I think I will be getting this lav mic, and what!? 497 subscribers?! You deserve way more than that! And I love the quality of your set up here with that zeiss 35 1.4
People seem to throw around the term shotgun mic a lot these days for things that clearly aren't, a shotgun mic has an interference tube in front of the mic cartridge, which is a long tube with slots on the side between say 4 and 16 inches long. Vaguely resembles a shotgun barrel. Not usually what you would want for on-camera use or even indoor use as it ideally should be on a boom
You did a great job with this David...it helped me decide today what to buy. I’m going with your suggestion and might get the Rode Wireless Go to use with it. Hopefully both a good investment 👍🙏
Thanks for getting right to the point. In the very beginning you started don't waste hours searching for a microphone as basically they are all the same. Funny how we do that to purchase a $20.00 item. This video save me A LOT of time. Thanks again and I will be purchasing the Purple Panda.
Won't work on my Tascam DR-10x, no plug-in power, I bought Aputure A.Lavs and Boya BY-M1's that are powered. Both of those will work with theTascam DR-10 series. Good Review!
Great review and I did just what you described.I Looked at hundreds of reviews, and dozens of lavalier mics. I finally chose one based on this video. I ordered the Purple Panda. Thank you for this video I thought I'd never choose one!
Rory Armstrong I did and I love it! I use Audacity to bump up the quality which makes it sound like an expensive mic in my opinion. If you're on the fence about purchasing it..hop off the fence and but it!
Jack Spellerberg I think I might. My only concern is that I want to purchase 4 to plug into a zoom H6 for an interview type session. I already have VXLR adaptors to convert to 3.5 inputs. So my concern is if it work plugged into the H6. I’ve heard that it has issues
Nice review. One thing you might want to test on a lav mic is whether there is any sound recorded when touch the mic cable. The dancing test is insignificant. Lol.
Is Zoom ZH1 H1 Handy Portable Digital Recorder the best cheap recorder? Is there a best cheap alternative just like this mic? Thanks! Great video and I love that you told us you did the reserch!
Which one do you think is better? This one or the PowerDeWise Lav Mic? This one has a dead cat muff and the PowerDeWise doesn't, but I've heard the testing of the PowerDeWise and it seems to be unidirectional... What do you think about it? Thanks!
Loved your way of making videos! Useful info and funny ;) and sincere! I do have a question. Do you have cheap suggestions for a wireless clip on microphone ? I don't want to be attached to my smartphone when talking
Hmm I'm not sure there are any cheap wireless lav mics worth bothering with. What I would recommend instead is getting an affordable audio recorder, plugging the mic into that, and putting it in your pocket. You'll essentially be wireless, and can sync the audio later. It's actually very easy to do, and probably much less of a hassle than dealing with a cheapo wireless lav mic. You'll also have the benefit of having a dedicated audio recorder for other uses.
How important is it to have something like the Zoom H1 to record the audio as opposed to recording directly on a Mac or iPhone? Is there a noticeable quality difference?
+DarthDravvid Good question. Generally you’ll have higher quality audio, and some cameras don’t have a mic input. Depending on what you shoot you can also have the H1 in your pocket with a lav mic, so you’re untethered from the camera. Syncing audio in post is actually remarkably simple.
Can you help me with something? I have a Tuscan DR-05 and I have the same Purple Panda MIC but when I record audio with those two components, in the background of the audio, there is like this constant clicking noise... plz help! I see a lot of potential in the MIC, and I don't know whether the problem is in the recorder or MIC..? I haven't been able to use the MIC for quite a while because of this issue. Is there a fix for this/have you come across something like this?
+Humor with George My guess would be the microphone, often times this is a sign that the mic isn‘t plugged in correctly. I doubt the recorder would cause this issue, but not sure!
Hey David. Thanks for the review. Looks like Amazon is out of stock, except for 3rd party at $36. Got a second pick at closer to $24 or would you stick with the Purple Panda at the higher price?
I definitely wouldn't get it for $36. It seems like it's mostly a "rebadged" product so on Amazon there are plenty of alternatives that essentially use the same hardware with a different label and accessories.
@@DavidVogt thank you. I had a 3 dolar mic. It was good for a few years and it broke. Very good deal for me.. but now i want a cleaner sound. I think only a bigger mic will do the job becuase it has a bigger diafragm. As i ubderstand it that allows the mic to focus better on my voice and clean all other voices and ecos
Thanks for the review. I know lav mics are meant to be worn on shirt collars, but I'm curious as to how well it picks up your voice while holding it out at arm's length? I have a dbpower action cam (go pro knock off) and want o start vlogging while hiking. I would like a lav mic because of it being light weight. I'm hoping I can leave the cord wrapped up and let it hang from the camera...just not sure if it will still pick up my voice and wondering if you've tested that? Thanks again for he review
It would likely sound better than a built-in microphone. The main factor in sound quality is going to be proximity, so if you’re doubling the distance of the microphone to your mouth, it won’t sound nearly as good. If you can, aim for a directional microphone. Maybe the Rode videomicro?
Thanks for the review. I bought mine from amazon. It didnt work with my iPad Pro 12.9". Althought it did work with my iPhone 6 and Galaxy S7 Edge. I contacted Purple Panda about this issue and they refunded me for the troubles. Has anyone else found a way to make it work with an iPad?
PP doesn't ship to Canada, and their product is excluded from any refunds whether you get it from Amazon or their website. Amazon listing: Sold by Millennium Resell, not Purple Panda = No 60-day refund. Website: Policy states that sale items do not qualify for refunds, and the mic is on sale. Listing says it works in DSLR cameras, despite being a Condenser mic. Informational sites on these mics state that it requires external power. So if I buy one and it doesn't work as listed, I'm possibly screwed from getting my money back :(. Too risky. Anyone else comment on this situation?
Hi David, I just found this video and wanted to ask about the use of the Zoom H1. I have a battery-powered lav mic, and when I run it to my Zoom H1, it comes out super quiet. As a comparison I ran the mic directly to my Canon SL2, manually reduced the input levels on the camera to about 25%, and it's much clearer. I tested the Zoom's input levels at 40, 50, 60, and even 75, and the volume seems really low. I'm recording .wav files, with the low cut filter off. Do I just boost the volume in my editing software? Thanks, and I like the skateboard shots on your Instagram.
Appreciated your honesty and not trying to push a really expensive mic. Hope that was an affiliate link because I came back here to click it when I went to purchase in hopes you get some commission.
It would if the H4N has a 3.5mm input, though I don't know if it does. If I had an H4N I'd probably aim for something a little higher-end than this, though as a backup it could still be worthwhile.
Thanks for the answer! It does have a 3.5mm input. Do you have any suggestions for higher-end lavalier mics? Are they even worth the extra money? I thought the point of your video was that most of them sound pretty similar. I just want a mic to get rid of the white noise and reverb of the zoom built-in microphones. Also, would this work if I connected it to my smartphone to record video?
Hi Alma, If I had an H4N I'd probably aim for something in the higher-end range. This is the best *cheap* microphone, but I think it might be worth spending a few extra bucks depending on what you're doing. If you're filming UA-cam videos, it's definitely good enough. If you're filming paid gigs, I would step it up to a higher-end mic for sure. It is compatible with smartphones.
I got the mic delivered this week and when I connected it to my Zoom H4n it made an awful buzzing sound. It sounds ok when I connect it to my phone or iPad but I'll have to return it. Thought I'd let you know! :(
Hmm, that's too bad! I would get in touch with the company, I'm sure they'd send you a replacement. Also make sure you're using the little adapter before plugging it in!
UPDATE: I would still recommend this microphone. The plastic clip broke - I contacted Purple Panda and they sent me a whole new microphone for free. Hats off for their customer service.
Thanks for the update. I recently bought the PowerDewise lapel mic and it was DOA. So Ill give the Panda a try. Which would you say is a close second place to the Panda?
David Vogt Am glad to see this microphone, and I need to purchase it. How can I get it.
Would people who do not give out good reviews get the whole mic replacement also?
I would think so. I didn’t mention my review in my customer service ticket so it should be no problem. Looking at amazon reviews, it looks like their customer support is good overall.
@@anderszidane973 Have you compare Purple Panda with PowerDewise？ I like Power more than Purple， its sounds better than Purple when I yelling, But my friend likes Purple sound tones.
Well done my friends! I've been looking at all the different cheap mics on Amazon and keep coming back to this one. Mostly cuz of the cute as a button name.
Thank you, sir, that was a great help. I especially appreciated the comparison of the two microphones you used. Now waiting for my order..
It comes with an extension cord which is nice. Plus the fluffy dead panda is so cute
You remind me of Tobey Maguire from Spiderman
Subbed. Not necessarily a bad thing.
Are you fucking blind?!
He look absolutely nothing like Tobey. Any white dude could put on those goggles, and look like Peter Parker
I was kinda thinking the same thing! I thought I was crazy.
Tobey Macguire and Sean Astin's love child
Don't forget Jake Gyllenhal
This is what we need - very efficient simple, technical guidance without a multiple device analysis - "just stop it..." thank you
Helped out a lot! I think I will be getting this lav mic, and what!? 497 subscribers?! You deserve way more than that! And I love the quality of your set up here with that zeiss 35 1.4
+Adrian Mendoza Thanks Adrian, I really appreciate that!!
David Vogt no problem, I ordered mine using your link 😉 it gets here tomorrow! I’m also new to the amazon affiliate program
+Adrian Mendoza Sweet! They actually shut me down a few months back, maybe not enough subs. Will try again in a few months and see that happens.
Oh no :/ Yea man, don't give up because I definitely think you got the skill! Hope to see more of you David!
Same to you my friend, you have a new subscriber!
I like your very matter-of-fact way of reviewing things. This is exactly the video I watched that convinced me to purchase the pp lav. Thank you
Thanks, red!
Thanks Tobey!
Looks like Peter Parker and says "web" within the first three seconds... yep, definitely Peter Parker.
People seem to throw around the term shotgun mic a lot these days for things that clearly aren't, a shotgun mic has an interference tube in front of the mic cartridge, which is a long tube with slots on the side between say 4 and 16 inches long. Vaguely resembles a shotgun barrel. Not usually what you would want for on-camera use or even indoor use as it ideally should be on a boom
Thank you! Sincerely spoken.
Glad I found this video. Thank you David!!
Nateson hey what do you use this mic for? Gaming?
Nateson or what did you use it for?
You did a great job with this David...it helped me decide today what to buy. I’m going with your suggestion and might get the Rode Wireless Go to use with it. Hopefully both a good investment 👍🙏
Thanks, I just wen't ahead and ordered the Purple Panda mic. Thanks for doing the research, it sounds good on your video.
Thanks for getting right to the point. In the very beginning you started don't waste hours searching for a microphone as basically they are all the same. Funny how we do that to purchase a $20.00 item. This video save me A LOT of time. Thanks again and I will be purchasing the Purple Panda.
Hi David, it would be interesting a face-to-face between the Purple panda and the Power of Wise, in terms of capturing ambient noise
I like your approach to your reviews.
Thanks, Daniel! I appreciate that!
Won't work on my Tascam DR-10x, no plug-in power, I bought Aputure A.Lavs and Boya BY-M1's that are powered. Both of those will work with theTascam DR-10 series. Good Review!
Great video! This info and the awesome audio test you did made me order this mic. Can't wait to use it so thanks for making this!
How was it?
Dude really love the video ,really fluid. Also thanks for help!
Thanks Kevin! :)
awesome video and great review! I'm seriously considering this microphone for the future. thanks for posting!
aaaand I just bought it... haha!
Let me know how you like it!
Thanks for making this video; I just purchased one using your link!
Great review and I did just what you described.I Looked at hundreds of reviews, and dozens of lavalier mics. I finally chose one based on this video. I ordered the Purple Panda. Thank you for this video I thought I'd never choose one!
Awesome! Let me know how it works out for you!
Did you receive the Mic, how is it working for you?
Rory Armstrong I did and I love it! I use Audacity to bump up the quality which makes it sound like an expensive mic in my opinion. If you're on the fence about purchasing it..hop off the fence and but it!
Jack Spellerberg I think I might. My only concern is that I want to purchase 4 to plug into a zoom H6 for an interview type session. I already have VXLR adaptors to convert to 3.5 inputs. So my concern is if it work plugged into the H6. I’ve heard that it has issues
Rory Armstrong I plug mine into a Zoom H1 with zero problems. I know it's not an H6 but it is a Zoom. Hope that helps!
what do you think about
Sony Lavalier Microphone ECMLV1 ? shorter cable with better angle plug in
Very informative. Great gob!
Thank you. You saved me over $100+ dollars. Ordering now...
This spoke right to me! THANK YOU🙏🏼 You have a new subscriber
Can you use this for calls? Trying to find a mic for in my motorcycle helmet
Nice review. One thing you might want to test on a lav mic is whether there is any sound recorded when touch the mic cable. The dancing test is insignificant. Lol.
+Bellva dear Thanks Bella, will do that for the next one...along with the dancing test. ;)
Video quality is awesome..👌
One video of setup tour please..
Yeah! I'm diggin' the out-of-focus background! What lens did you use?
Zeiss FE 35mm f/1.4. :)
Any new recommendations? This one goes for nearly $50 now after taxes😭
excellent video - and audio
Would this be good for prank videos, exploring and vlogs? Could i use it for bluetooth
Super helpful! Subbed
good job u helped me
I will recommend that with a zoom h1 recorder
Is Zoom ZH1 H1 Handy Portable Digital Recorder the best cheap recorder? Is there a best cheap alternative just like this mic? Thanks! Great video and I love that you told us you did the reserch!
great video! what lens are you shooting on and at what's the aperture?? love that bokeh!
Thanks Andrea! It was shot with the Zeiss 35mm 1.4 at f/1.4 or somewhere around there!
Thanks for the good video, its a shame that you have stopped vlogging as your production quality and content is very high.
Thanks Chris! I have a new video in the works. :)
Helpful review. Thank you sir!
Thanks Thomas!
It's twice as much now. The double edged sword of tech reviewers in a pandemic. They point out great affordable tech, then it doubles in price.
Awesome Review! I figured out what I want!
Good review. Awesome video. What type of camera did you use to take this video? Thanks.
Thanks! Sony a7rII :)
Great review! I just got a couple of these bad boys for my channel. They're great lavs for the price
Thanks dude. This helped! Nice set up! I looked on the link but the mic is unavailable, what mic can I look for that is close to the Purple Pande
You probably sold a ton of mics! I'm buying it because of YOU 🙋🏾🙋🏾🙋🏾🙋🏾
Let me know how it works out for you! :)
There’s something about this video that calming. 🤔🤔
Which one do you think is better? This one or the PowerDeWise Lav Mic? This one has a dead cat muff and the PowerDeWise doesn't, but I've heard the testing of the PowerDeWise and it seems to be unidirectional... What do you think about it? Thanks!
Loved your way of making videos! Useful info and funny ;) and sincere! I do have a question. Do you have cheap suggestions for a wireless clip on microphone ? I don't want to be attached to my smartphone when talking
Hmm I'm not sure there are any cheap wireless lav mics worth bothering with. What I would recommend instead is getting an affordable audio recorder, plugging the mic into that, and putting it in your pocket. You'll essentially be wireless, and can sync the audio later. It's actually very easy to do, and probably much less of a hassle than dealing with a cheapo wireless lav mic. You'll also have the benefit of having a dedicated audio recorder for other uses.
What's the cord length? Some come with lengths of football fields!
How important is it to have something like the Zoom H1 to record the audio as opposed to recording directly on a Mac or iPhone? Is there a noticeable quality difference?
+DarthDravvid Good question. Generally you’ll have higher quality audio, and some cameras don’t have a mic input. Depending on what you shoot you can also have the H1 in your pocket with a lav mic, so you’re untethered from the camera. Syncing audio in post is actually remarkably simple.
hi david vogt. can you please do a review using this mic for PCs and smart phones please? i just want to hear the difference in quality. tia
I like this microphone, how can I order for it
Can you help me with something? I have a Tuscan DR-05 and I have the same Purple Panda MIC but when I record audio with those two components, in the background of the audio, there is like this constant clicking noise... plz help! I see a lot of potential in the MIC, and I don't know whether the problem is in the recorder or MIC..? I haven't been able to use the MIC for quite a while because of this issue. Is there a fix for this/have you come across something like this?
+Humor with George My guess would be the microphone, often times this is a sign that the mic isn‘t plugged in correctly. I doubt the recorder would cause this issue, but not sure!
Does this object work with iPhone if I plug it in the headphone jack???
Yes, it’s designed to work with smartphones via the headphone jack.
Very nice vid, earned my sub!
+Dragon Fly Thank you!!
Hey David. Thanks for the review. Looks like Amazon is out of stock, except for 3rd party at $36. Got a second pick at closer to $24 or would you stick with the Purple Panda at the higher price?
I definitely wouldn't get it for $36. It seems like it's mostly a "rebadged" product so on Amazon there are plenty of alternatives that essentially use the same hardware with a different label and accessories.
Great review, thank you.
can i use it with my canon dslr ?
Yes you can, as long as it has a microphone input
hey. thank you for the review. do you find also big differance in sound comparing the purple panda lavalier mic to 1-5 dolar lavalier mics?
I haven’t tested them, but I suspect the difference may not be huge, or it may be a rebranded $3 microphone. Hard to say without testing though.
@@DavidVogt thank you. I had a 3 dolar mic. It was good for a few years and it broke. Very good deal for me.. but now i want a cleaner sound. I think only a bigger mic will do the job becuase it has a bigger diafragm. As i ubderstand it that allows the mic to focus better on my voice and clean all other voices and ecos
Damn, I think this little affiliate campaign is gonna go a long way, you're doing a great job!
very helpful thanks
Glad to hear it!
Hello David!
I appreciate your honest review of the lapel mic. I was in the market for one as my camera has no mic input.
New sub!
Cheers and Thanks!
Why is this mic now priced at 99.99 at amazon?
It's back down to $26 now
I can buy it for 13
I currently see it for 37.99$ at the moment
Seems to fluctuate often. Don’t buy for over $26 - not worth it.
Awesome!
Thanks for the review. I know lav mics are meant to be worn on shirt collars, but I'm curious as to how well it picks up your voice while holding it out at arm's length? I have a dbpower action cam (go pro knock off) and want o start vlogging while hiking. I would like a lav mic because of it being light weight. I'm hoping I can leave the cord wrapped up and let it hang from the camera...just not sure if it will still pick up my voice and wondering if you've tested that?
Thanks again for he review
It would likely sound better than a built-in microphone. The main factor in sound quality is going to be proximity, so if you’re doubling the distance of the microphone to your mouth, it won’t sound nearly as good. If you can, aim for a directional microphone. Maybe the Rode videomicro?
Hey David, what's the music you danced to? It sounds really familiar.
So did anyone try this mic? How does it work?
Can you give me the model number so I can order me one of those headphones thank you you got a great Channel
LOL> I was Stressing!!!! Thanks for doing the research for me!
Does it work directly into your sony a7rii?
Would you recommend this microphone for a wedding?
Can this mic be used with new recorders?
Thanks for the review.
I bought mine from amazon. It didnt work with my iPad Pro 12.9". Althought it did work with my iPhone 6 and Galaxy S7 Edge.
I contacted Purple Panda about this issue and they refunded me for the troubles. Has anyone else found a way to make it work with an iPad?
Great Video! Just subbed your channel!
Which microphone is the best on samsung note 3?
PP doesn't ship to Canada, and their product is excluded from any refunds whether you get it from Amazon or their website.
Amazon listing: Sold by Millennium Resell, not Purple Panda = No 60-day refund.
Website: Policy states that sale items do not qualify for refunds, and the mic is on sale.
Listing says it works in DSLR cameras, despite being a Condenser mic. Informational sites on these mics state that it requires external power. So if I buy one and it doesn't work as listed, I'm possibly screwed from getting my money back :(.
Too risky. Anyone else comment on this situation?
sound is little muffled
The shirt rubbing shouldn't be an issue, esp. if your talent isn't moving around too much.
could you use it with a canon sx710
Hi David, I just found this video and wanted to ask about the use of the Zoom H1. I have a battery-powered lav mic, and when I run it to my Zoom H1, it comes out super quiet. As a comparison I ran the mic directly to my Canon SL2, manually reduced the input levels on the camera to about 25%, and it's much clearer. I tested the Zoom's input levels at 40, 50, 60, and even 75, and the volume seems really low. I'm recording .wav files, with the low cut filter off. Do I just boost the volume in my editing software? Thanks, and I like the skateboard shots on your Instagram.
Got the purple panda and it doesn’t work
it's not available anymore.. the link is dead...
RIP. Thanks for the heads up!
Model of your 👓?
The Purple Pandas got extinguished... can't find any anymore...
You are hilarious my friend; never change!
Appreciated your honesty and not trying to push a really expensive mic. Hope that was an affiliate link because I came back here to click it when I went to purchase in hopes you get some commission.
Thanks for the kind words, and for supporting my channel! Very much appreciated!
As of 2019 it is 42 dollars.
josephgioielli I know this comment is old but now it’s $19.99
@@michaelcuellar403 $40 now
What are you using to plug the lav into?
+Lorenzo Aguinaga I’m recording into a Zoom H1. The microphone comes with a bunch of adapters to make it work with pretty much any device.
David Vogt okay, thanks.
lol the music kicking in xD
Currently unavailable.
Is this video sponsored? I know you're supposed to announce that above the fold. It doesn't appear sponsored. Just curious.
It‘s not sponsored - bought it with it own money. :)
Does he blink?
+Menno Brandt I’m a robot, of course I don’t blink.
Not available in India :(
How long is the cable please??
Will it work with a zoom H4N pro?
It works with the H1, I can’t imagine why it wouldn’t work with the H4N.
Loved the dance lol
Does it work on a Zoom H4n?
It would if the H4N has a 3.5mm input, though I don't know if it does. If I had an H4N I'd probably aim for something a little higher-end than this, though as a backup it could still be worthwhile.
Thanks for the answer! It does have a 3.5mm input. Do you have any suggestions for higher-end lavalier mics? Are they even worth the extra money? I thought the point of your video was that most of them sound pretty similar. I just want a mic to get rid of the white noise and reverb of the zoom built-in microphones. Also, would this work if I connected it to my smartphone to record video?
Hi Alma, If I had an H4N I'd probably aim for something in the higher-end range. This is the best *cheap* microphone, but I think it might be worth spending a few extra bucks depending on what you're doing. If you're filming UA-cam videos, it's definitely good enough. If you're filming paid gigs, I would step it up to a higher-end mic for sure. It is compatible with smartphones.
I got the mic delivered this week and when I connected it to my Zoom H4n it made an awful buzzing sound. It sounds ok when I connect it to my phone or iPad but I'll have to return it. Thought I'd let you know! :(
Hmm, that's too bad! I would get in touch with the company, I'm sure they'd send you a replacement. Also make sure you're using the little adapter before plugging it in!
you don’t blink much. i felt like i need to hold blinking. my eyes hurts. lol
whats the intro song bro?
MicroPhone for a MicroCall