Don't forget you can also connect your xlr mics to the SM7B and NTG5 with the Shure MVX2U......great little portable interface with enough gain to power the SM7B. Great video Matt.
Thanks for stopping by! Balancing the levels wasn’t terribly difficult…the Osmo Pocket 3 lets you adjust the internal gain and gives a horizontal audio meter when connected to an external mic, so I did put in some effort to get it close to correct in-camera. Then it was just a touch of finalizing the levels in Final Cut.
Hi Matt, thanks for the helpful video! Do you know if there's a way to set the gain within the osmo pocket 3 when something is connected via usb c? I'm having problems with the audio going in to the red and distorting. I can only find settings for the wireless mic
Yes, easy fix! When a USBC mic is connected, just swipe the screen from the right to get to the exposure settings. There’s a mic icon there, tap it and you can adjust the gain.
Couldn’t you use the Zoom recorder as an USB-interface instead of using the analog line-out, so you would have higher quality digital audio? What’s the advantage of using the lower quality line-out?
This is an awesome thought that I honestly didn't have. I did check this out and it works to use the Zoom as a smartphone/tablet line out with the Pocket 3 and a USBC cable only (thanks for bringing this up!). However, for purposes of this video, the goal isn't to focus only on Zoom recorders, but really any type of audio out. Also, for purposes of the Pocket 3, I doubt there will be a noticeable difference between audio interface mode and the line out...outside of professional audio engineers they sound nearly identical. Thanks again.
Can't you plug the shotgun mic directly into the Mic 2 (same as a lav' mic) and bluetooth it direct to the OP3? I'm talking here about maybe using the Shotgun mic as a general 'forward facing' mic with the OP3 when on walkabout. I'd have the shotgun attached to my person.
Yes, that would absolutely work if you have the DJI Mic 2. Since the Mic 2 doesn’t come standard with the Pocket 3, I wanted to show other work-arounds.
I haven’t done testing with longer recording sessions, but I suspect it could have an effect on battery life. The Pocket 3’s battery extender handle could come in handy in that situation.
@ cool for recording in home. I am using rode mic separately to record voice using the rode software in Mac book and then merging the video and voice in editing software
Hi Matt, love you content and your clear explanation 🎉👏 This is why I come to ask you one new video 😅😅 Will you do a cover of you Rode Rodecaster Duo ? It would be great ! Especially if you explain how to use it with the mic you show in this video, and may be how to plug it straight in an Osmo Pocket 3 ! Cheers mate !
Thanks so much for the kind words! I'm game for a beginner-friendly video on the Rodecaster Duo. However, I highly recommend all of Tom Buck's videos on the Rodecaster Pro II & Duo if you need something in the meantime.
Thanks, Matt, good info. I've only had my Pocket 3 for a month, adding to my DJI Action 3. It performed great on a weeklong trip to Montreal. I didn't care for the sound of the built-in mics. I don't vlog so I didn't want to go the wireless route. I've been going round and round on coming up with solutions for an external mic. The biggest frustration was finding out that just about all USB C to 3.5mm A Mic Mic Adapters are not compatible with the Osmo Pocket 3 which is sort of what DJI does. I purchased and sent back 4 right angle adapters for that reason. They would have been helpful because of their low profile. My final solution includes a BOYA 3.5mm Female to Type-C Male Adapter for DJI OSMO Pocket Mini Gimbal Stabilizer, an Anbee Accessory Mount Expansion Frame Compatible with DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Action Camera, with Cold Shoe, and Foldable 2-Prong Adapter (Amazon $6) that fits the Pocket 3 and little extension with threaded bottom and USBC port. I tried my Tascam TM-2X stereo mic from my Sony (great because of its small profile) and it works perfectly, fitting sideways onto the included coldshoe of the Anbee cage. With a mini-tripod screwed into the bottom, it's the perfect size to walk around with and the recorded sound is much better. Just thought I'd pass along my solution.
I'm trying to run stereo audio from my DJ mixer into the Pocket 3 via USB C adapter to record stereo but the Pocket 3 is treating it like a microphone, which gives the music a poor quality. It's almost like the Pocket 3 is treating the music as if it were podcasting vocals so there's ducking between the beats. Any idea for a fix here?
Good video. I am wondering if you can operate the USB C impute mic simultaneously with the wireless DJI Mic 2 set? So there can be potentially three or four mics recording in the Osmo Pocket 3. AI LLMs/chatbots say yes, but I am not sure, does anyone know? All positive help is appreciated . 🙂
That’s a great question. I just have a single Mic 2 that comes with the creator combo, and from my testing if the Mic 2 is connected, it doesn’t recognize the USBC audio source.
I have the Osmo Pocket 3 and the Osmo Action 4. For microphone input I use the Saramonic SR-C2003. It works great for both cameras; AND it works in stereo as well. And if I want to connect headphones to either of these devices, I use an adapter called simply: "JXMOX". This adapter enables me to monitor playback through headphones. However, you cannot monitor audio while recording with the JXMOX.
I have zero knowledge about mics. So to use Audio-Technica AT897 I need a xlr cable that not in the box, some kind of recorder (have no idea what it does) and 2 types adapters to get it to usb c?
Although sounding somewhat hilarious, you got it. The only small correction I’ll make is that you need an “interface,” which isn’t necessarily a recorder, although they often are. XLR shotgun mics weren’t really made to go to USB-C, so it requires some piecing together.
Hi Matt. Are you able to link the DJI mic through Bluetooth and still use another external mic through the USB C? I’m talking about maybe using the DJI mic+two Rhode Wireless Me by plugging the usb C and having 3 lavalier mics like for an interview.
Great question, and from my experience, no. I actually had to reshoot a couple of the segments for this video because I forgot to turn the DJI mic off and that’s the audio that got recorded, despite having another mic plugged into the USBC port. That said, I think you could accomplish your goal by using the Rode mics with a phone (either video or just a voice memo) and syncing the audio from both sources in post. Hope this helps!
It should be able to connect with these same principles. Most mixers have an XLR line out, which could go to a field recorder, which could go 3.5 mm line out to usbc to the pocket 3.
Great video, thank you. You helped me out. 🙏🏽 Can you recommend a 3.5mm to USBC adapter that has an extra hole where i can plug another wire to charge the DJI at the same time? Thank you in advance.
@@mattliller I have the Rode VideoMic Go, a macbook and the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. I want to use it as my video and audio source for making UA-cam videos. How to I connect them all together for talking head videos?
Admittedly, coloring this video was a battle for a few reasons with 3 different cameras, different color profiles, and different lighting setups. Completely admit it was a bit off.
@@BarryMaskell Ha. I’ve found (multiple times) that trying to match S-Cinetone with anything else isn’t easy. Also, my in camera exposure wasn’t great here either, adding to the problem. Certainly all falls on my shoulders, but a learning experience for sure.
Don't forget you can also connect your xlr mics to the SM7B and NTG5 with the Shure MVX2U......great little portable interface with enough gain to power the SM7B. Great video Matt.
That's a great suggestion, thanks for sharing!
Hello Matt, love your content! Have you done this before? Your channel is going to grow quickly!
Thanks so much! I haven’t done “this” before, but my day job is being a lawyer, so speaking to an audience comes pretty naturally.
Nice work. Quick and concise info. Much appreciated. Subbed
Thanks for the kind words! Glad you found the video helpful.
New to channel. Nice job Matt! Great walk thru of audio choices, balancing all the different audio gains must have been a challenge.
Thanks for stopping by! Balancing the levels wasn’t terribly difficult…the Osmo Pocket 3 lets you adjust the internal gain and gives a horizontal audio meter when connected to an external mic, so I did put in some effort to get it close to correct in-camera. Then it was just a touch of finalizing the levels in Final Cut.
great info
Glad you found it helpful!
Great video here！I happen to own pocket3 and Hollyland M2 and Video Go 2，very useful to me ，thanks！
You're welcome! Happy recording.
I wanted to see the Sure to the F3 plugged into the mic 2 3.5 mm. Would like to hear how much rich goodness would go over blue tooth. Great vid.
Now that’s a thought I’ve never had, and you “Shure” do have my wheels turning…a wireless SM7b. I’m trying that for “Shure”!
Hi Matt, thanks for the helpful video! Do you know if there's a way to set the gain within the osmo pocket 3 when something is connected via usb c? I'm having problems with the audio going in to the red and distorting. I can only find settings for the wireless mic
Yes, easy fix! When a USBC mic is connected, just swipe the screen from the right to get to the exposure settings. There’s a mic icon there, tap it and you can adjust the gain.
Couldn’t you use the Zoom recorder as an USB-interface instead of using the analog line-out, so you would have higher quality digital audio? What’s the advantage of using the lower quality line-out?
This is an awesome thought that I honestly didn't have. I did check this out and it works to use the Zoom as a smartphone/tablet line out with the Pocket 3 and a USBC cable only (thanks for bringing this up!). However, for purposes of this video, the goal isn't to focus only on Zoom recorders, but really any type of audio out. Also, for purposes of the Pocket 3, I doubt there will be a noticeable difference between audio interface mode and the line out...outside of professional audio engineers they sound nearly identical. Thanks again.
Can't you plug the shotgun mic directly into the Mic 2 (same as a lav' mic) and bluetooth it direct to the OP3? I'm talking here about maybe using the Shotgun mic as a general 'forward facing' mic with the OP3 when on walkabout. I'd have the shotgun attached to my person.
Yes, that would absolutely work if you have the DJI Mic 2. Since the Mic 2 doesn’t come standard with the Pocket 3, I wanted to show other work-arounds.
@mattliller Yeah thanks, I'm still working out the different options how to use the Mic 2.
Does it drain the battery quick if I connect NT USB to cam directly in to my the USB C
I haven’t done testing with longer recording sessions, but I suspect it could have an effect on battery life. The Pocket 3’s battery extender handle could come in handy in that situation.
@ cool for recording in home. I am using rode mic separately to record voice using the rode software in Mac book and then merging the video and voice in editing software
Hi Matt, love you content and your clear explanation 🎉👏 This is why I come to ask you one new video 😅😅 Will you do a cover of you Rode Rodecaster Duo ? It would be great ! Especially if you explain how to use it with the mic you show in this video, and may be how to plug it straight in an Osmo Pocket 3 ! Cheers mate !
Thanks so much for the kind words! I'm game for a beginner-friendly video on the Rodecaster Duo. However, I highly recommend all of Tom Buck's videos on the Rodecaster Pro II & Duo if you need something in the meantime.
@@mattliller Thanks I will check it and yours when available ;)
Thanks, Matt, good info. I've only had my Pocket 3 for a month, adding to my DJI Action 3. It performed great on a weeklong trip to Montreal. I didn't care for the sound of the built-in mics. I don't vlog so I didn't want to go the wireless route. I've been going round and round on coming up with solutions for an external mic. The biggest frustration was finding out that just about all USB C to 3.5mm A Mic Mic Adapters are not compatible with the Osmo Pocket 3 which is sort of what DJI does. I purchased and sent back 4 right angle adapters for that reason. They would have been helpful because of their low profile. My final solution includes a BOYA 3.5mm Female to Type-C Male Adapter for DJI OSMO Pocket Mini Gimbal Stabilizer, an Anbee Accessory Mount Expansion Frame Compatible with DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Action Camera, with Cold Shoe, and Foldable 2-Prong Adapter (Amazon $6) that fits the Pocket 3 and little extension with threaded bottom and USBC port. I tried my Tascam TM-2X stereo mic from my Sony (great because of its small profile) and it works perfectly, fitting sideways onto the included coldshoe of the Anbee cage. With a mini-tripod screwed into the bottom, it's the perfect size to walk around with and the recorded sound is much better. Just thought I'd pass along my solution.
Thanks so much for sharing. I agree that not all adapters are compatible, which certainly adds to the frustration.
I'm trying to run stereo audio from my DJ mixer into the Pocket 3 via USB C adapter to record stereo but the Pocket 3 is treating it like a microphone, which gives the music a poor quality. It's almost like the Pocket 3 is treating the music as if it were podcasting vocals so there's ducking between the beats. Any idea for a fix here?
Admittedly, that’s beyond my firsthand knowledge. I do think the Pocket 3 will default to assuming any audio input is microphone dialogue.
Hi Matt. TRS, TRRS and converting to USB-C can be a bit confusing at times. Your video was very helpful. Thanks.
So happy to help!
Good video. I am wondering if you can operate the USB C impute mic simultaneously with the wireless DJI Mic 2 set? So there can be potentially three or four mics recording in the Osmo Pocket 3. AI LLMs/chatbots say yes, but I am not sure, does anyone know? All positive help is appreciated . 🙂
That’s a great question. I just have a single Mic 2 that comes with the creator combo, and from my testing if the Mic 2 is connected, it doesn’t recognize the USBC audio source.
@@mattliller OK, thanks for your help 🙂
I have the Osmo Pocket 3 and the Osmo Action 4. For microphone input I use the Saramonic SR-C2003. It works great for both cameras; AND it works in stereo as well. And if I want to connect headphones to either of these devices, I use an adapter called simply: "JXMOX". This adapter enables me to monitor playback through headphones. However, you cannot monitor audio while recording with the JXMOX.
Great tips, thanks for sharing.
I have zero knowledge about mics. So to use Audio-Technica AT897 I need a xlr cable that not in the box, some kind of recorder (have no idea what it does) and 2 types adapters to get it to usb c?
Although sounding somewhat hilarious, you got it. The only small correction I’ll make is that you need an “interface,” which isn’t necessarily a recorder, although they often are. XLR shotgun mics weren’t really made to go to USB-C, so it requires some piecing together.
Hi Matt. Are you able to link the DJI mic through Bluetooth and still use another external mic through the USB C? I’m talking about maybe using the DJI mic+two Rhode Wireless Me by plugging the usb C and having 3 lavalier mics like for an interview.
Great question, and from my experience, no. I actually had to reshoot a couple of the segments for this video because I forgot to turn the DJI mic off and that’s the audio that got recorded, despite having another mic plugged into the USBC port.
That said, I think you could accomplish your goal by using the Rode mics with a phone (either video or just a voice memo) and syncing the audio from both sources in post. Hope this helps!
what is the brand of the usb c to 3.5mm? Thanks!
I used the Apple brand. I have another third party brand that actually didn’t work.
@@mattliller Thanks! Do you have issues using the Apple brand or does it perfectly works with the osmo pocket 3?
@@FrancisAquino-x8b Zero issues, it works perfectly.
Can you connect the Osmo Pocket 3 to a dj mixer?
It should be able to connect with these same principles. Most mixers have an XLR line out, which could go to a field recorder, which could go 3.5 mm line out to usbc to the pocket 3.
How did you mount the pocket3 to your monitor?
It’s actually not mounted to the monitor. Instead, it’s just mounted on a small tripod just behind the monitor.
Great Video.
Thanks! Glad you found it helpful.
Great video, thank you. You helped me out. 🙏🏽 Can you recommend a 3.5mm to USBC adapter that has an extra hole where i can plug another wire to charge the DJI at the same time? Thank you in advance.
Thanks so much. I honestly hadn’t thought of that, but this adapter looks like it will work: amzn.to/4f1BoB2
@@mattliller good looking out. 🙏🏽 You got yourself a new subscriber. Wishing you mad success with your channel.
What mic boom arm is that please?
It’s the FiFine BM66. I recently did a full review of it if you want to check it out further.
Great video
Thanks!
Bro your audio is crisp af, that's from the go ii?
Anytime the VMG II was in front of my mouth, yep!
Ok but how do we connect it all to our macbook? :(
Not sure I understand the question. Do you mean how to use the other audio sources while using the Pocket as a webcam?
@@mattliller I have the Rode VideoMic Go, a macbook and the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. I want to use it as my video and audio source for making UA-cam videos. How to I connect them all together for talking head videos?
Did you forget to colour balance in Sony FX30? You look yellow
Admittedly, coloring this video was a battle for a few reasons with 3 different cameras, different color profiles, and different lighting setups. Completely admit it was a bit off.
That’s just the Sony colour science at work
@@BarryMaskell Ha. I’ve found (multiple times) that trying to match S-Cinetone with anything else isn’t easy. Also, my in camera exposure wasn’t great here either, adding to the problem. Certainly all falls on my shoulders, but a learning experience for sure.
FFS why didn't DJI just add a 3.5mm audio input......
That would make things way too easy for us…
3.5 to mic2 works just as good no accessories to buy
Not sure I understand what you’re saying. I do love using 3.5mm lav into mic 2.