I have been able to use the USB-C connection on the Media Mod for Hero9 to transfer files. You simply have to set the connection to MTP.... it is exactly like using the standard GoPro9 USB-C connection
Just got the 9 plus media mod kit. This was helpful showing the Rode Wirelss Go kit. I think that is exactly the ticket I need! Finally a built in mic jack! Also, the comment below about the MTP setting fixed the problem I had of not being able to see the camera when I plugged it into my pc. The one thig I dislike is not being able to use both front and back mics at the same time!
ya not being able to switch between mics is annoying, hopefully GoPro sees this and will fix it in a firmware update. but you are right the MTP setting did fix it. I still hate how annoying the base plate, this should have been their opportunity to put the screw thread at the bottom lol
I don't like removing/replacing the door. There's a metal spring running most of the length of one side of the plastic C shaped connection. This spring is intended to relieve the expansion pressure on the plastic, but I believe not all pressure is relieved. The plastic _may_ wear out or break from it being expanded each time door is removed/replaced. Kinda like when you bend metal back & forth until it fails. I could be wrong about this, but I still hate removing/replacing the door. I wonder if Go Pro would send a new door @ no charge?
I have been checking, but I hear they have an update coming out on the 17th, and hopefully that will include that mic adapter!! I check all the time lol
I use a shorty Phillips head screw driver to tighten or loosen the thumb screws. They are just bolts with a Phillips head. That’s my GoPro hack of the day.
That moment when you say “I don’t have a big channel so GoPro wouldn’t know I exist” to see a comment on a different video that GoPro directed them to your videos.
well that comment did come in after i made this video.. but i still highly doubt the R & D people watch .. maybe the help people because they have to google solutions 😂
Since October of 2020 I have been shooting (on and off) an hour plus long comedy film with 5 actor friends. I’m only using the GoPro 9 Hero Black with the media mod. I’m very happy with that setup. (30+ shoot days). I’ll let you see my results around the end of July 2021. Really like your channel. Oh, and I just got the Rode Go ii setup and will use that mostly while filming some documentaries I have coming up at comic cons. (I have one I shot in 2006 on my channel) I’m eager to try the mod with the Go ii, similar to your set up!
I love your work, mate. I'm in Adelaide and I recently got the media mod. I like it but I felt like I wanted to learn more about the getting the most out of the mic, and I feel I got that out of your video. BTW big props to Whiskey for keeping up with your scooter!
haha that would be a dream to hit that silver play button... ive been making videos for almost 5 years now! But they used to be like all over the place with what I did on the channel, now I am more niched down and I think it helps the growth!! ... thanks for the comment and enjoy the media mod, it is worth it!
Bit late to the party here, but did you know about making a shortcut to the change microphone option? Should allow you to swap mic with a button press on the display.
ahhhh yes that is a good option. i think they added this to a firmware update after i made this video... because i never saw that as an option but that would make it very handy!!! would be nice to be able to change it while recording though
@@MrBlackReviews you're a superstar. Not found my niche on here yet with this one. I have a soccer related channel and found myself uploading content on there that was relevant, so I figured start up a second channel and enjoy the stuff that goes on it. Looking forward to watching you grow dude 👍
On battery part of the video. You can actually charge it with usb c port so you don’t need to get to take the battery out(I know this old video no one going to respond to this but, it’s just my opinion.)
Hey Danny, great round-up. I love that Wireless go I use mine with the mic on top of my M50; I kinda like the way it pics up a bit more of the environment. Looks like there are some stupid annoyances with the media mod. It actually looks like the usability person was on holiday the last two weeks of the design process and the guy from cost control took over. Thanks for the vid.
I like the wireless go. Like it’s super awesome but I don’t know why it just has kind of a “flat” sound. I still think the smart lav + but clipped on the gopro sounds the best. (IMO)
Yup. It sounds great too. I did a video recently reviewing some wireless headphones for playing music... and had it hooked straight into the gopro media mod
i want a power/video/audio cable that does what the media mod does without the useless onboard mic and thermally insulating plastic cage. i want to use an aluminum cage to dissipate heat and i want an external mic input with a video output for an external confidence monitor while filming. i would buy the cable from Gopro for the same price as the media mod. is there some proprietary chip inside the media mod that makes it so no one can make what im looking for? any solutions?
if you dont need to use the hdmi out, you can just get the adapter, but then probably need a ulanzi case to hold that adapter... I would probably get the media mod and the wireless go can connect right to it easy
Cool review Danny..very informative, detailed and not boring 👌.. Hope to see your channel to grow to million of subscribers soon.. ..because of your video I'll buy the gopro 9 and the media mod..👌
Thanks jumper jay. Wow I couldn’t even imagine having 1 million subscribers lol would be awesome but maybe a bit overwhelming . But thanks, and hey, I am still very happy with that purchase! It’s worth it
Hey! No problem! Glad you got to see your shout out :) it’s all fun around here ! But as far as the audio meter, would be nice to see it on the front , didn’t think of it, but it doesn’t show up there
Hi Fernando... thanks for stopping by. The best settings i would suggest for recording yourself on the guitar, check out this video, i think it would be very helpful 4k 60, hypersmooth OFF (put it on a tripod) sharpness low, ISO min 400 Iso Max 800, High Bitrate too... i hope that helps
Hi i am having problem with gopro brand media mod, I have removed side cover before inserting to gopro media mod, I have gopro 9 and 10, my gopro media mod fits with with gopro9 but doesn't fit with gopro10...Can't be two different media mod between 9 and 10? It's so weird.
Purchased the media mod to connect to my ATEM Mini via HDMI. Don’t care about the audio since I’m using a separate XLR mic / mixer anyway. Thanks for this review! Your last video about the GoPro Hero 9 USB-C / HDMI comparison was all I needed to convince me of my next purchase. :) Very helpful. Wish GoPro would sponsor your videos.
thanks George! would be nice if GoPro recognized me lol... some day !!!! :) but yea you should check out my video where I show what I believe to be the best HDMI settings for the gopro to make it look the best it can. ua-cam.com/video/UIMYZrhBeOw/v-deo.html
i like the adapter and case over the media mod as far as convenience... but the media mod is probably more reliable ( i havent had any problems with the adapter) but the media mod also shows the audio meters which can be helpful.
hmmm i think i know what you mean.. this cold shoe is a bit tighter than most, i did struggle to get it on, but thought it was just the light ... the mics and stuff fit just fine
ya I think it would be so much better to just have it built in... (playing devils advocate) I can see why they would do it. They made an action camera and not everyone will need to plug in an external mic, so they made it as small and compact and then people can buy up the things they need instead of putting it all in one and paying for features you won't use ...
Hi bro Facing issue with GoPro 8 black..many times voice is not getting recorded in videos..just all sounds vipes out..this problem happens when I use it with mic adapter and external mic.. otherwise no such issue.. checked mic and mic adapter with GoPro 7 and 6..it was fine..means hero 8 is the issue..how to fix pls suggest
Great video. I just bought the Hero 9 and I’m not a huge fan of the audio quality coming out of the media mod mic. I have a Rode external mic, but the damn thing bobs into the shot all the time. I think the onboard mic is actually pretty good, I just purchased some adhesive dead cat material to paste on there, which I think may be the best option overall for a run-and-gun camera.
might be my headphones but you got buzzing in what ever mic you use at home, might have gain too high bad ground or something causing interference. Usually make a recording of silence for about 4 seconds and then listen at max volume to see what the base sound is.
thanks Brian. yea I could have had that buzz.. I think I have it figured out now but back then I was trying to find the best way for mics, thanks for the tip and reaching out. sometimes in my office in play back its hard to hear it too because I have some fans going or something!!
When I go to MODS in the gopro while I'm connecting my media mod on, I can't change the standard mic and it's faded !! Can you please tell me why or maybe my media mod is not working ?
I just MacGyvered a solution to having to unscrew the finger mounts to change batteries while in the Media Mod. Video is being shot today & tomorrow. Should be up Saturday. Jeff (Papaw)
@@papawgotagopro dude great job!!! let me tell you something... make the title : "GoPro Hero 9 Media Mod ⚠️ Major Problem (FIXED)" you will get a lot more views!
i tried it without the mod - with and with the wind filter and a rode mic and the best was mod with the wind filter. with the rode mic the audio dropped down to about 25% of the mod mic. the c port allows external battery power so i am happy with this setup. gopro just came out with a water resistant side door that has a small opening for the c port and the 4 ft cable that comes with it is supposed to help with the water resistance. i ordered it 5 days ago and it still has not shipped and now that i have this mod i am not sure if i will need that door.
Thanks really helpful video. I'm terrible and can't stop buying these! This was really helpful to decide. Great channel too will be checking out you other videos :)
Great information video mate. I just received my GoPro hero 9 black today (1st Dec 2020) and can honestly say I wish I had viewed your video beforehand ! Thanks once again,,
Ah no worries ! So glad it helped. Honestly I wanted to avoid that media mod as much as possible, now I am so happy I have it (that bottom part (still really dumb lol) but everything else has been great
just a correction but you can connect it to the PC and choose an option that becomes default and then just grab the files with card still in the go pro. also wireless go from rode sound really good
ya the wireless go does really well! as far as connecting via usbc and getting the files, it actually does work. At the time i made this it wasnt showing up for me, but then later I tried it and it worked
I got a media mod almost immediately after buying my hero9 when it was available in the store and I had no problem using the USB c port to send videos to my computer.
Ya, it’s so weird that some have said it works, I still haven’t gotten it to work and have some other friends that haven’t gotten it to work. although I haven’t tried with the latest update. I’ll try it again soon
im actually going to make a deeper dive into it for tomorrows video, to see once and for all what's better!!! Thanks so much for your comment and kind words :D
Hey bro, love your videos. Quick question, using the GoPro HERO 10 for mortgage and real estate videos. Thinking of getting the Max Lens mod and + The Media Mod... Thoughts?
So, it's nearly a year into the future. Has Go Pro made an update to make that mic accessory compatible with the 9, and have you done a comparison of that with the media mod?
I was so excited about using this to do art streams, but all I get is black when I try to plugin to my HD60 S+ with HDMI on my mac :(. Tried the MTP USB setting and all kinds of different settings for hours at this point.
So I’ll make a video about this soon.. a lot of people have this problem (well everyone does ) it’s actually black but still on.. so you need to use your computer monitor to see it and you swipe on the black screen to control it
That audio on the Rode Wireless mic was awesome. Loving your content, my good mate Ausflightsimmer put me on to your channel. Thanks for a great video :)
thanks wannabe geek! i just checked out your channel.. subbed :) shane (aus flight simmer) is such a nice dude, i enjoy just having his live streams on in the background when im editing! keeps me focused.
@@MrBlackReviews Haha, he is… he is a great guy! Have known him for many years. Thanks for the sub, wasn’t expected, yet I appreciate it. I am only getting back into making content again. But enjoying it :)
@@TheWannabeGeek i am a E scooter fan and saw you have a few of those videos... although i just started getting into Eskate and its more fun than i was expecting
Nice video. Great editing. Whisky is the real star of the show. I just picked up the hero 10 and have been considering this mod. Looks like you have a different lense on your camera.
Great video. I was wondering if you could hook a battery bank through the media mod so you can have charging going on while you use the camera to extend battery life for longer recordings like to record a concert set. Thank You!!
Hi Virginia Wolf! soooo you can charge but unfortunately it stops the charging (from all the testing Ive done) when it is recording. Im hoping that it gets fixed with a firmware update... but the battery when I tested it out lasted between 1:45 and 2hrs long... so might be enough to stop and change batteries real quick?
Hi, this vid is almost a year. I just bought a Hero 10. I presume the Hero 9 mod is compatible as well? Also, we have the same aim as Virginia, I want to record indefinitely. I presume you may have already tried this, but can you confirm please: try removing the battery before connecting it to the mod, then connect to an external power source. Was it able to charge indefinitely? To sum up, my reasons for buying a mod (though it is pricey) is to: 1. Protect my Go Pro from wearing out the ports due to frequent connection and disconnection. This is a common issue that could be encountered when using ports of electronics. 2. Similar to above, I want to keep the good integrity of the battery door. I would presume that frequent open-close action may cause it to loosen and let water in, in the future. 3. For indefinite charging (in case my tip works. I really appreciate it if you can confirm it does work). Thank you and Happy New Year!!! ^^,
So there will be a future update for GoPro to support the regular audio adapter? or third party ones? I wish I could record my church audio mix into it
You can record the audio mic into the gopro with the media mod ... the old adapter is supposed to work on the next firmware. Hopefully soon, I’ll make a video out of it asap
I narrate my videos from behind as Im walking and that front mic just doesnt pick my voice up. Im going with the media mod for the simple placement and direction of the mic. Im hoping it will be an improvement.
@@MrBlackReviews I make hiking videos primarily in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. Close to hitting 2k subs! I have been using a Nikon B700 for everything so far, which shoots a great picture and has a huge zoom, but its super shaky when I move and I cant take it anymore. I need smoothness, so Im trying a gopro. I never knew how great the sound on my Nikon was until I got a gopro. Sounds like Im in a recording studio vs talking through a can with a string attached.. hopefully Santa brings me the media mod. Thanks for the vid!
I tried to cheap out and go the mic adapter route but at the end there is so much bulk I have to deal with. The mod seems easier. Also the ulanzi plastic case does not allow the max mod either. Total PITA.
Ya, there are other cages from ulanzi that would work with the Max lens, but I agree that sometimes the media mod just works easier... but that’s bottom part irritates me lol
Hi bro, love your video.. One question.. did anyone experience the gopro turn on/off itself after connect to media mod? It happens to me and quite disturbing. Appreciate any feedback
I want to buy this thing for Moto vlogging , but after seeing the position of 3.5 mm port at the back, I am confused about connecting an external mic without touching the helmet , help me out , thanks in advance ❤️
I always wonder why not just shoot the footage and the just record a voice over with the gopro after . However if you are concerned and want the audio to work while you are on the Moto you can get a ulanzi case and 3.5 mm audio adapter
can you still use the build in mic while having the media mod installed? indoors the build in mic is much cleaner and better overall. and will it get hotter inside the mod? even in 1080p 30fps its getting really warm. and is it possible in webcam mode to use the camera without the battery while its connected via usb?
Ya. I feel like if the old 3.5mm works again I could be inclined to sell the media mod. Having said that, if I didn’t already have a mic and the old adapter I would spring for the media mod
The big problem with this Media Mod is that we have to remove it to put a new battery.. there is no door on the side to change a battery, why did they do this ?
you know what... thats an excellent question! i actually dont think wind reduction is a feature with the media mod (ill double check) and tell you if its different
@@BangVo okay i found where you can change that setting, but its like not in the media mod settings its when you just change a preset but i keep that on auto, i dont think it changes the media mod mic or aux out, because its talking about the on board mics
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If you are having trouble connecting your media mod via hdmi this video with most likely work for you !!
ua-cam.com/video/0zRXy1FGvfA/v-deo.html
I know 2 years + later, what Light mod for hero9 do you prefer? thank you!
I have been able to use the USB-C connection on the Media Mod for Hero9 to transfer files. You simply have to set the connection to MTP.... it is exactly like using the standard GoPro9 USB-C connection
Aw thanks for that!!! I’ll pin this. That makes that a lot easier .
Thank you for this! I was just having USB problems with my new media mod yesterday LOL
Wow thanks for this.. I'll try this
how to set the connection to MTP? sorry i don't know anything about computers/ technology thanks
Just got the 9 plus media mod kit. This was helpful showing the Rode Wirelss Go kit. I think that is exactly the ticket I need! Finally a built in mic jack! Also, the comment below about the MTP setting fixed the problem I had of not being able to see the camera when I plugged it into my pc. The one thig I dislike is not being able to use both front and back mics at the same time!
ya not being able to switch between mics is annoying, hopefully GoPro sees this and will fix it in a firmware update. but you are right the MTP setting did fix it. I still hate how annoying the base plate, this should have been their opportunity to put the screw thread at the bottom lol
Media mode work with wireless road go 2 ?
I don't like removing/replacing the door. There's a metal spring running most of the length of one side of the plastic C shaped connection. This spring is intended to relieve the expansion pressure on the plastic, but I believe not all pressure is relieved. The plastic _may_ wear out or break from it being expanded each time door is removed/replaced. Kinda like when you bend metal back & forth until it fails. I could be wrong about this, but I still hate removing/replacing the door. I wonder if Go Pro would send a new door @ no charge?
It might be time to try the mic adapter. On the Gopro website says it is compatible with Hero9 Black. Maybe they put it back on an update.
I have been checking, but I hear they have an update coming out on the 17th, and hopefully that will include that mic adapter!! I check all the time lol
I use a shorty Phillips head screw driver to tighten or loosen the thumb screws. They are just bolts with a Phillips head. That’s my GoPro hack of the day.
I run my GoPro 9 with the media mod, plug in a power bank and a h1n and have about 12 hrs of run time with great sound and picture
Thanks for sharing
The best thorough review so far IMO.
Again thanks !!! Seriously it means a lot 🙏🙏
Thanks Danny. Really helped me out as I am just about to buy the hero 10 and knew sod all about the media mod. Very well edited. Subbed Cheers Gerry 👍
You put a lot of great work into this video...excellent job Danny!
Thanks so much for noticing :) I really appreciate the comment Ryan 😊
That moment when you say “I don’t have a big channel so GoPro wouldn’t know I exist” to see a comment on a different video that GoPro directed them to your videos.
well that comment did come in after i made this video.. but i still highly doubt the R & D people watch .. maybe the help people because they have to google solutions 😂
That turned into a informational comedy real quick in that scooter 😂 great video haha
Haha well I’m glad you enjoyed 😂 I appreciate the comment too!!
Since October of 2020 I have been shooting (on and off) an hour plus long comedy film with 5 actor friends. I’m only using the GoPro 9 Hero Black with the media mod. I’m very happy with that setup. (30+ shoot days). I’ll let you see my results around the end of July 2021. Really like your channel. Oh, and I just got the Rode Go ii setup and will use that mostly while filming some documentaries I have coming up at comic cons. (I have one I shot in 2006 on my channel) I’m eager to try the mod with the Go ii, similar to your set up!
Well done mate and thanks for taking the time to make the video and oh, a BIG thumbs up. Cheers.
thanks so much Kym! so nice to hear positive comments on these videos, sometimes it can be a lot of negative! so i really do appreciate it :)
first time here , great video + explanation! subbed!
I forget where in the settings but somewhere in the settings you have to change it to MTP for the computer to download files
Ya I think you are right... it’s in the connections section
I love your work, mate. I'm in Adelaide and I recently got the media mod. I like it but I felt like I wanted to learn more about the getting the most out of the mic, and I feel I got that out of your video. BTW big props to Whiskey for keeping up with your scooter!
Hey thanks so much for writing and letting me know! I really appreciate it :$
Does it have a better range for recording concerts? music festivals?
In the settings, you can actually make media mod a button on the home screen, so you can change front/back
Oh hey! Thanks so much for that tip! I will check that out
Thankyou for this review i just bought the media mod. I wrote this you have 11.2k subs and waiting to unbox your silver play button soon
haha that would be a dream to hit that silver play button... ive been making videos for almost 5 years now! But they used to be like all over the place with what I did on the channel, now I am more niched down and I think it helps the growth!! ... thanks for the comment and enjoy the media mod, it is worth it!
Very fast PACED video man, KEEP up the LEGENDARY WORK BROTHER
Hey thanks so much for the kind words kpg!! I appreciate it
How do you safely remove the windscreen from the mic
Bit late to the party here, but did you know about making a shortcut to the change microphone option? Should allow you to swap mic with a button press on the display.
ahhhh yes that is a good option. i think they added this to a firmware update after i made this video... because i never saw that as an option but that would make it very handy!!! would be nice to be able to change it while recording though
Yes Danny. I've just come across you channel through this vid. You deserve more views and subs dude, keeping working hard and you'll smash it on here.
hey thanks so much mark... super nice compliment I really appreciate it! keep up the awesome work on your channel... Ill give some support
@@MrBlackReviews you're a superstar. Not found my niche on here yet with this one. I have a soccer related channel and found myself uploading content on there that was relevant, so I figured start up a second channel and enjoy the stuff that goes on it. Looking forward to watching you grow dude 👍
Cool. Gonna buy the Media Mod + that RODE Lav Mic! Thanks.
Your videos are excellent. Very natural and informative. You will go so far.
What light is that? I don’t think I saw a link
It’s. Manfrotto however it’s not that great. I have some new ones from ulanzi that are amazing
On battery part of the video. You can actually charge it with usb c port so you don’t need to get to take the battery out(I know this old video no one going to respond to this but, it’s just my opinion.)
Nice video, Danny. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much Authentech! I appreciate it
Hi authen tech I watched your GoPro 7vs8vs9 video
I bought the media mod because GoPro wouldn’t let me connect certain accessory’s without it
Thank you, great review! Is there a way to use hdmi out and record at the same time.? Thank you chris
Hey Danny, great round-up. I love that Wireless go I use mine with the mic on top of my M50; I kinda like the way it pics up a bit more of the environment. Looks like there are some stupid annoyances with the media mod. It actually looks like the usability person was on holiday the last two weeks of the design process and the guy from cost control took over. Thanks for the vid.
I like the wireless go. Like it’s super awesome but I don’t know why it just has kind of a “flat” sound. I still think the smart lav + but clipped on the gopro sounds the best. (IMO)
Can I do line in to Gopro using media mod and Line in cable ?
Yup. It sounds great too. I did a video recently reviewing some wireless headphones for playing music... and had it hooked straight into the gopro media mod
i want a power/video/audio cable that does what the media mod does without the useless onboard mic and thermally insulating plastic cage. i want to use an aluminum cage to dissipate heat and i want an external mic input with a video output for an external confidence monitor while filming. i would buy the cable from Gopro for the same price as the media mod.
is there some proprietary chip inside the media mod that makes it so no one can make what im looking for? any solutions?
I love Whisky he added a little je ne sais quoi to the review. My mod will be here soon so good to see this . Keep up the good work
Thanks MC. Ya whiskey is a delight but I gave up on him trying to do tricks for videos, sometimes I get lucky though lol
What we need to buy, adapter or media mode ,
I am buying, GoPro 9 & wireless go
if you dont need to use the hdmi out, you can just get the adapter, but then probably need a ulanzi case to hold that adapter... I would probably get the media mod and the wireless go can connect right to it easy
Like the fact I don't have to tote the black brick for audio. The Media mode makes it worth it for just the audio jack.
absolutely agree!
So just to clarify....you can just plug an external mic into the media mod without using the mic adaptor???
Cool review Danny..very informative, detailed and not boring 👌.. Hope to see your channel to grow to million of subscribers soon.. ..because of your video I'll buy the gopro 9 and the media mod..👌
Thanks jumper jay. Wow I couldn’t even imagine having 1 million subscribers lol would be awesome but maybe a bit overwhelming . But thanks, and hey, I am still very happy with that purchase! It’s worth it
Wow! Nice video as always!!! Very informative. And... Thank you so much for the shoutout, I appreciate it a lot!
Question tho, does audio levels display in the front screen while the mod is connected?
Hey! No problem! Glad you got to see your shout out :) it’s all fun around here ! But as far as the audio meter, would be nice to see it on the front , didn’t think of it, but it doesn’t show up there
I appreciate the effort you've gone to to fully explain the mod. Thank you.
Honestly, I really really appreciate your comment! Thanks so much! 👍👍👍👍
Just found your Video got a hero 9 last month for my birthday got lost of accessories bought and returned is this worth having in 2023
Im new to GoPro and I have a GoPro 9. How would you setup your GoPro to record yourself playing the acoustic guitar.
Hi Fernando... thanks for stopping by. The best settings i would suggest for recording yourself on the guitar, check out this video, i think it would be very helpful 4k 60, hypersmooth OFF (put it on a tripod) sharpness low, ISO min 400 Iso Max 800, High Bitrate too... i hope that helps
@@MrBlackReviews I will try the setting and thanks for the responding back to me.
@@NandoWasabi no problem! if you are playing the guitar outside and its a bright sunny day, the default 5k would be perfect
Thanks for the comprehensive tests!
Hi i am having problem with gopro brand media mod, I have removed side cover before inserting to gopro media mod, I have gopro 9 and 10, my gopro media mod fits with with gopro9 but doesn't fit with gopro10...Can't be two different media mod between 9 and 10? It's so weird.
I can’t hear a difference between the on board mic and the media mod mic. Is it just me?
Purchased the media mod to connect to my ATEM Mini via HDMI. Don’t care about the audio since I’m using a separate XLR mic / mixer anyway. Thanks for this review! Your last video about the GoPro Hero 9 USB-C / HDMI comparison was all I needed to convince me of my next purchase. :) Very helpful. Wish GoPro would sponsor your videos.
thanks George! would be nice if GoPro recognized me lol... some day !!!! :) but yea you should check out my video where I show what I believe to be the best HDMI settings for the gopro to make it look the best it can. ua-cam.com/video/UIMYZrhBeOw/v-deo.html
Why doesn’t anyone offer rear tempered glass protector that is compatible with hero 9 media mod?
Check out this video .. they offer tempered glass in this package 💥GOPRO ACCESSORY MOTHER-LOAD 🙊 You WONT believe this HSU deal!
I'm planning to upgrade to the Hero 9, and the ability to use an external mic (like my Saramonic Blink 500) is what will make me buy the media mod.
Yes or you can get the 3.5mm gopro audio adapter .
Road wireless go with media mode or adapter, which is the best
i like the adapter and case over the media mod as far as convenience... but the media mod is probably more reliable ( i havent had any problems with the adapter) but the media mod also shows the audio meters which can be helpful.
Strange my Manfrotto Lumimuse 6 light doesn’t fit. Cold shoe is too narrow.
hmmm i think i know what you mean.. this cold shoe is a bit tighter than most, i did struggle to get it on, but thought it was just the light ... the mics and stuff fit just fine
@@MrBlackReviews Keep up the great reviews and tutorials. I'm a newbie to GoPro so you're very helpful. Thanks!
Did you make a video comparing the media mod VS the ulanzi case setup?
Looking forward to it
Bro im confused...bw media mode n adaptor... please tell me which will be best for moto bloging n normal blogging...tell me one setup for both
While in the Media Mod, can the whole thing be set on a tripod?
why arent there any universal microphone adapters yet? I dont like that big block for the Hero9, and neither the media mod.
ya I think it would be so much better to just have it built in... (playing devils advocate) I can see why they would do it. They made an action camera and not everyone will need to plug in an external mic, so they made it as small and compact and then people can buy up the things they need instead of putting it all in one and paying for features you won't use ...
I received the mod with my go pro and have yet to use. I will have to check it out now
can you use the usb type c of the media mod to charge the gor pro 9 using powerbanks?
Hi bro
Facing issue with GoPro 8 black..many times voice is not getting recorded in videos..just all sounds vipes out..this problem happens when I use it with mic adapter and external mic.. otherwise no such issue.. checked mic and mic adapter with GoPro 7 and 6..it was fine..means hero 8 is the issue..how to fix pls suggest
Great video. I just bought the Hero 9 and I’m not a huge fan of the audio quality coming out of the media mod mic. I have a Rode external mic, but the damn thing bobs into the shot all the time. I think the onboard mic is actually pretty good, I just purchased some adhesive dead cat material to paste on there, which I think may be the best option overall for a run-and-gun camera.
Do you have the rode micro???
@@MrBlackReviews Yes.
Thank you! Am loving your videos!
Thanks gail! I appreciate it :)
might be my headphones but you got buzzing in what ever mic you use at home, might have gain too high bad ground or something causing interference. Usually make a recording of silence for about 4 seconds and then listen at max volume to see what the base sound is.
thanks Brian. yea I could have had that buzz.. I think I have it figured out now but back then I was trying to find the best way for mics, thanks for the tip and reaching out. sometimes in my office in play back its hard to hear it too because I have some fans going or something!!
When I go to MODS in the gopro while I'm connecting my media mod on, I can't change the standard mic and it's faded !!
Can you please tell me why or maybe my media mod is not working ?
I just MacGyvered a solution to having to unscrew the finger mounts to change batteries while in the Media Mod. Video is being shot today & tomorrow. Should be up Saturday.
Jeff (Papaw)
Oh wow!!! I can’t wait to see, because that will be amazing to see
@@MrBlackReviews My video is up! Well, the low resolution version. The 4K one is still processing. Check it out!
@@papawgotagopro dude great job!!! let me tell you something... make the title : "GoPro Hero 9 Media Mod ⚠️ Major Problem (FIXED)" you will get a lot more views!
@@MrBlackReviews I took your advice and massaged the title and added some eBay links. I don't do Amazon.
Checked it out Nice setup 👍🏼
Does this work with the Lens Mod????
i tried it without the mod - with and with the wind filter and a rode mic and the best was mod with the wind filter. with the rode mic the audio dropped down to about 25% of the mod mic. the c port allows external battery power so i am happy with this setup. gopro just came out with a water resistant side door that has a small opening for the c port and the 4 ft cable that comes with it is supposed to help with the water resistance. i ordered it 5 days ago and it still has not shipped and now that i have this mod i am not sure if i will need that door.
Your voice is the same as the guy from Pacific Rim that drifts with the monsters.. love it..
Oh man. What’s the actors name?? I want to look it up 😂😂
@@MrBlackReviews this guy ua-cam.com/video/qTc5J1saYoo/v-deo.html
Ye camera kaisa hai travel vlogs k liye chaha
Which one is best for vlogging, adaptor or Media, GoPro 9
if you are using the wireless go, i would say yes to the media mod.
Thanks really helpful video. I'm terrible and can't stop buying these! This was really helpful to decide. Great channel too will be checking out you other videos :)
Great information video mate. I just received my GoPro hero 9 black today (1st Dec 2020) and can honestly say I wish I had viewed your video beforehand ! Thanks once again,,
Ah no worries ! So glad it helped. Honestly I wanted to avoid that media mod as much as possible, now I am so happy I have it (that bottom part (still really dumb lol) but everything else has been great
just a correction but you can connect it to the PC and choose an option that becomes default and then just grab the files with card still in the go pro. also wireless go from rode sound really good
ya the wireless go does really well! as far as connecting via usbc and getting the files, it actually does work. At the time i made this it wasnt showing up for me, but then later I tried it and it worked
I got a media mod almost immediately after buying my hero9 when it was available in the store and I had no problem using the USB c port to send videos to my computer.
Ya, it’s so weird that some have said it works, I still haven’t gotten it to work and have some other friends that haven’t gotten it to work. although I haven’t tried with the latest update. I’ll try it again soon
Hey great video. Love that you showed the difference between usb c and hdmi. That’s almost reason to buy for some.
im actually going to make a deeper dive into it for tomorrows video, to see once and for all what's better!!! Thanks so much for your comment and kind words :D
Hey bro, love your videos. Quick question, using the GoPro HERO 10 for mortgage and real estate videos. Thinking of getting the Max Lens mod and + The Media Mod... Thoughts?
So, it's nearly a year into the future. Has Go Pro made an update to make that mic accessory compatible with the 9, and have you done a comparison of that with the media mod?
hi Philaw... yes I actually did a video of media mod vs 3.5mm adapter ua-cam.com/video/ysYfiIvgjhc/v-deo.html
I was so excited about using this to do art streams, but all I get is black when I try to plugin to my HD60 S+ with HDMI on my mac :(. Tried the MTP USB setting and all kinds of different settings for hours at this point.
So I’ll make a video about this soon.. a lot of people have this problem (well everyone does ) it’s actually black but still on.. so you need to use your computer monitor to see it and you swipe on the black screen to control it
That audio on the Rode Wireless mic was awesome. Loving your content, my good mate Ausflightsimmer put me on to your channel. Thanks for a great video :)
thanks wannabe geek! i just checked out your channel.. subbed :) shane (aus flight simmer) is such a nice dude, i enjoy just having his live streams on in the background when im editing! keeps me focused.
@@MrBlackReviews Haha, he is… he is a great guy! Have known him for many years. Thanks for the sub, wasn’t expected, yet I appreciate it. I am only getting back into making content again. But enjoying it :)
@@TheWannabeGeek i am a E scooter fan and saw you have a few of those videos... although i just started getting into Eskate and its more fun than i was expecting
@@MrBlackReviews that’s awesome. I’ll have to check them out. Thanks again for your sub Danny.
Have a great week
Nice video. Great editing. Whisky is the real star of the show. I just picked up the hero 10 and have been considering this mod. Looks like you have a different lense on your camera.
I use the Media Mod with a 10. It drains the battery super fast.
Great video. I was wondering if you could hook a battery bank through the media mod so you can have charging going on while you use the camera to extend battery life for longer recordings like to record a concert set. Thank You!!
Hi Virginia Wolf! soooo you can charge but unfortunately it stops the charging (from all the testing Ive done) when it is recording. Im hoping that it gets fixed with a firmware update... but the battery when I tested it out lasted between 1:45 and 2hrs long... so might be enough to stop and change batteries real quick?
Hi, this vid is almost a year. I just bought a Hero 10. I presume the Hero 9 mod is compatible as well?
Also, we have the same aim as Virginia, I want to record indefinitely. I presume you may have already tried this, but can you confirm please: try removing the battery before connecting it to the mod, then connect to an external power source. Was it able to charge indefinitely?
To sum up, my reasons for buying a mod (though it is pricey) is to:
1. Protect my Go Pro from wearing out the ports due to frequent connection and disconnection. This is a common issue that could be encountered when using ports of electronics.
2. Similar to above, I want to keep the good integrity of the battery door. I would presume that frequent open-close action may cause it to loosen and let water in, in the future.
3. For indefinite charging (in case my tip works. I really appreciate it if you can confirm it does work).
Thank you and Happy New Year!!! ^^,
Great video bro 👍
I know less than nothing about the Go Pro but I need a camera to record outdoor video with a remote mic. Anyway you’re funny so I subscribed. Lol
thanks Judy :) you rock! do you know which camera you are going to go with?
@@MrBlackReviews I just purchased the Canon M50 with kit lens. It’s a beginning!
@@judyallen1261 that's a nice start. I have a few friends with that camera and they used it a lot!!
So there will be a future update for GoPro to support the regular audio adapter? or third party ones? I wish I could record my church audio mix into it
You can record the audio mic into the gopro with the media mod ... the old adapter is supposed to work on the next firmware. Hopefully soon, I’ll make a video out of it asap
@@MrBlackReviews got it maybe I will hold on , it could be months or years for the firmware update right ?
Hey..
My 3.5 mm mic is not working with hero9 media mod..any idea??
Do you have the latest firmware update?? Connect gopro to your phone app and make sure you update it and it should work
I narrate my videos from behind as Im walking and that front mic just doesnt pick my voice up. Im going with the media mod for the simple placement and direction of the mic. Im hoping it will be an improvement.
I think that could actually work foe you! Sounds cool though, what kind of content do you make ??
@@MrBlackReviews I make hiking videos primarily in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. Close to hitting 2k subs! I have been using a Nikon B700 for everything so far, which shoots a great picture and has a huge zoom, but its super shaky when I move and I cant take it anymore. I need smoothness, so Im trying a gopro. I never knew how great the sound on my Nikon was until I got a gopro. Sounds like Im in a recording studio vs talking through a can with a string attached.. hopefully Santa brings me the media mod. Thanks for the vid!
Oh dude I’m totally going to sub. That sounds like you are giving people a virtual hiking experience which is awesome
Thanks for the video! It did help me a lot to decide whether to buy it or not
I tried to cheap out and go the mic adapter route but at the end there is so much bulk I have to deal with. The mod seems easier. Also the ulanzi plastic case does not allow the max mod either. Total PITA.
Ya, there are other cages from ulanzi that would work with the Max lens, but I agree that sometimes the media mod just works easier... but that’s bottom part irritates me lol
The image stabilization is amazing!
Can we charge and use microphone at the same time
With usbc it does charge as it is a webcam, the mic does not work (pending a software update)
The hdmi what is it like on a 4k TV will it give you the full 50fps
I think it only outputs 1080
Hi bro, love your video..
One question.. did anyone experience the gopro turn on/off itself after connect to media mod? It happens to me and quite disturbing. Appreciate any feedback
I like the Ulamzi case because of the ability to use 52mm filters. I know there are other options for this but this works well for me.
Ya that’s a great idea. I have yet to get a 52mm filter but I did get a ulanzi case that supports them
@@MrBlackReviews they really help in certain situations. Have a great day and be safe out there!
I want to buy this thing for Moto vlogging , but after seeing the position of 3.5 mm port at the back, I am confused about connecting an external mic without touching the helmet , help me out , thanks in advance ❤️
I always wonder why not just shoot the footage and the just record a voice over with the gopro after . However if you are concerned and want the audio to work while you are on the Moto you can get a ulanzi case and 3.5 mm audio adapter
Thanks man! I just bought mine today.. It's on sale in NZ 🤙
Oh nice!! It is a worthwhile investment !!!! Thanks for the comment and much love to the kiwis
Can you get a media mod for the gopro hero black7-. please answer as i would appreciate it. Thanks.
Yes you can. I did a video a while back showing what you need ua-cam.com/video/pxVJM2-Yx9Q/v-deo.html
@@MrBlackReviews Thank you very much for answering my question, regarding a media mod for my gopro black 7.I do appreciate it.
Subscribed from Central Maine USA. That was VERY helpful
thanks open Shutter! Ive only been as far as Portland but Maine looks like a beautiful place, thanks for the comment!
can you still use the build in mic while having the media mod installed? indoors the build in mic is much cleaner and better overall. and will it get hotter inside the mod? even in 1080p 30fps its getting really warm. and is it possible in webcam mode to use the camera without the battery while its connected via usb?
Brilliant review Danny, it looks like most GoPro products.....good but just not perfect 👌
Ya. I feel like if the old 3.5mm works again I could be inclined to sell the media mod. Having said that, if I didn’t already have a mic and the old adapter I would spring for the media mod
The big problem with this Media Mod is that we have to remove it to put a new battery.. there is no door on the side to change a battery, why did they do this ?
hi Danny. when using Media Mod, Do you turn on Wind Reduction ? Auto/ ON/ OFF
you know what... thats an excellent question! i actually dont think wind reduction is a feature with the media mod (ill double check) and tell you if its different
@@MrBlackReviews Thanks Danny. I'll wait for you ^^
@@BangVo okay i found where you can change that setting, but its like not in the media mod settings its when you just change a preset but i keep that on auto, i dont think it changes the media mod mic or aux out, because its talking about the on board mics
@@MrBlackReviews ok, I see. Thank you for your helping, Danny