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@@KamaniBrown I just found out launch date it on the 25th of this month is other areas. Can you order from B&H over there? Its available online already there.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy oh. Would prefer Amazon but I’ll give B&H a look and see. I might just give it a go! Thanks man and thanks for the review… almost bought the older VM30 right before I saw your video… you saved me a bunch of hurt 😂. This thing is perfect as a wireless setup indoors for me filming my UA-cam videos for my channel.
Yesterday youtube reviews of this popped up everywhere, seems like there was a two week extra embargo for every other reviewer than Geeky Nerdy Techy! 👍 :D
The wireless vs Internal recording has a massive difference in quality wow. I was a bit disappointed by the sound quality inconsistengy with these reviews but wow that internal qualitt sounds amazing
I'm sad to share that I bought the Comica VM-40 from Comica's Amazon store based on this review, and a few other reviews on youtube but when I opened my VM-40 box when arrived today, it had a used and damaged VM-30 and older (totally different) receiver along with a bunch of used accessories with obvious wear and tear, plus the windmuff was straight up missing! I purchased the mic because I have a performance to capture this weekend that needs the 32-bit float, and when I called Amazon they told me they can refund my money for a return, but there are no replacements available. So not only am I out my time and money ordering and dealing with their mistake, but I can't get a replacement and have to potentially give up the shoot (and $$$) this weekend because I couldn't get the mic I needed? I've never used Comica products before, but wanted to give them a chance (been using DJI and Hollyland), and I am appalled by this situation. Either someone scammed Amazon with a false return of older model product, which they didn't check, then resent out as new product, or Comica put the wrong product in the box from the factory (but it also has obvious damage, wear and tear, so I think it was used). Either way, not impressed that I have to deal with it unless Comica somehow steps up, cause Amazon sure isn't. And ironically, I would have likely given a good review to my 400k+ audience on UA-cam but they didn't even send me the correct microphone! If Comica reads this, they can contact me via my business email on my UA-cam channel.
Nicely reviewed. Considering the size and bulk of that deadcat, I expected better performance. How strong was the wind that day? It's nice of them to include a high-boost, at least. The range was terrible though. They really need to work on that.
Thanks for the review! May I ask if there's a reason for picking up your voice rather from the side like you did here instead of directly from the front? I just ordered the VM40 and plan to put it on top of my teleprompter which is quite close to me. Would the audio improve if I'd move it further to the side? Maybe less reflections/echo?
There could be any number of reasons, but I suspect it's to avoid plosives. If the mic was right in front of him, any puff of air could overload the capsule and gets recorded with a loud boom.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy Mic sounds amazing and functionally is good. Do you ever run into issue putting it in "copy mode" sometimes mine won't show up on the Mac and needs several plug and un-plugs on the USB C port
@@Fredo.heavyy Enter the copy mode when the device is powered off (press and hold the function button and the mode button at the same time), and then connect the device to the computer via a USB cable.😁I hope I can help you solve the problem.
Any idea if the app works with the vm30? I bought that and haven’t even used it yet then all of a sudden this monster springs out of nowhere 😩 gotta get this
Hello, thanks for your review. By connecting the microphone analog with a 3.5 minijack to the camera, can you also record at 32 bits? Can you record simultaneously wirelessly and with the microphone's internal recorder?
@@truthseeker6804 I was thinking internally recording, like for the Rode Go pro wireless mics. I'm surprised they haven't done something like that for the Videomic NTG or Stereo VideoMic. Normal audio in via 3.5mm, but can sync 32bit in post if needed.
Thanks for your review Sir, the 32 bit float technology is fast progressing and congrats to Rode, Dji and now Comica VM40. Sir I did not hear you mention any lavelier mic intergration with this Comica VM40 or whether the VM40 is compatible with other brands if it does not have; or whether the VM40 has no provision for lavelier at all. I didn't also hear you tell us the cost price Sir and provide any link for whoever may wish to buy online. Finally, apart from the App on phone, does the VM40 also have Computer Software like the Rode? Thanks.
Hopefully RODE will updated the VideoMic NTG with 32-bit on-board recording and wireless transmission soon. The Comica sound quality is not nearly as good as the RODE - at least to my ears.
Did check Comica website but these aren't stated there? Anyway, for the Comica VM 30 there was a bug/problem that should be fixed with the VM 40. On the VM 30 the wireless audio used the worse codec possible on this microphone - is this true for the VM 40 aswell? I want to get into video making, and yet want to use the microphone aswell for Discord, audio recording etc. Despite being it a directional microphone is it still possible to connect to a PC?
@@GeekyNerdyTechy thanks for the reply. I am too late, since it is released now. I came across another question, but you answered it somehow - I want to be 100% sure though. Is the single-channel still capable to connect another microphone (even though it might be another VM40) for dual-channel? You saod something about stereo, and mono. Does it mean you don't have a L/R channel with the single-channel one, or did I misunderstand it? Thank you for your help, very much appreciated.
I’m quite disappointed with the wind noise getting through. I was super excited about this mic system for my classroom use because it will be an easy setup for my students. But, that wind noise is making me hesitant because we’re by the beach. Filmmaking outside of the classroom could be problematic with this system. When I was at NAB, I was so excited about this mic when I used it with my Pocket 3. But, after watching your video, it’s more of an indoors mic. Have you tried it in 2.4Ghz rich environments outdoors, like malls, concerts, etc? I didn’t have any issues while at NAB, but curious about real world applications in different scenarios aside from trade show. Thanks!
I would not use this mic indoors, unless the room is very well treated. Judging from how it sounded inside Shane's studio, I think a small diameter condenser mic would be a lot better.
plenty of aftermarket cats around and nothing stopping you placing some additional treatment over the shotgun before sliding on the cat. when it was shown on screen to me it looked like the fibers are to thin - usually cats are really shaggy.
My room is untreated but it's a great mic for indoor use. Experiment with the placement and if you need to, you can also use the noise reduction to help eliminate room sound (or just use it in post production).
I thought this was the video saying you were switching all your video gear to Comica and selling your Rode gear cause it wasn’t fun like your Sony gear.
I've been scouring all over UA-cam for this mic's reviews just to find one piece of information and have yet to see: Can the mic, mounted on top of a camera (say, a7IV) output to the camera via 3.5mm AND record internally at the same time? I film wedding and have to record impromptu interviews of guests in noisy environments. I would love to have an "scratch audio" track recorded with the video but have the option of giving the 32-bit float track from the mic to the editor later in case something goes awry.
Bought immediately off Amazon as I've been waiting for this drop. The VM 30 was great
Nice review Shane! 32 bit float is the way to go!!
Thanks for watching and thanks to Comica for sending this unique wireless solution out for review. This is a pros and cons review and I cover all of my results in this video. Check it out below using my affiliate links! :)
🛒 B&H - bhpho.to/4eSlHMw
🛒 Amazon AU - amzn.to/3BEkr0R
🛒 Amazon UK - amzn.to/4dNTSDQ
🛒 Amazon Canada - amzn.to/4dECmly
Disclaimer: Affiliate links earn me a small commission with every purchase
I tried using your Canadian Amazon link but it doesn’t seem to be listed right now. Can you please verify this? I need 1 right now bro!
@@KamaniBrown I just found out launch date it on the 25th of this month is other areas. Can you order from B&H over there? Its available online already there.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy oh. Would prefer Amazon but I’ll give B&H a look and see. I might just give it a go! Thanks man and thanks for the review… almost bought the older VM30 right before I saw your video… you saved me a bunch of hurt 😂. This thing is perfect as a wireless setup indoors for me filming my UA-cam videos for my channel.
Yesterday youtube reviews of this popped up everywhere, seems like there was a two week extra embargo for every other reviewer than Geeky Nerdy Techy! 👍 :D
The wireless vs Internal recording has a massive difference in quality wow. I was a bit disappointed by the sound quality inconsistengy with these reviews but wow that internal qualitt sounds amazing
I'm sad to share that I bought the Comica VM-40 from Comica's Amazon store based on this review, and a few other reviews on youtube but when I opened my VM-40 box when arrived today, it had a used and damaged VM-30 and older (totally different) receiver along with a bunch of used accessories with obvious wear and tear, plus the windmuff was straight up missing! I purchased the mic because I have a performance to capture this weekend that needs the 32-bit float, and when I called Amazon they told me they can refund my money for a return, but there are no replacements available. So not only am I out my time and money ordering and dealing with their mistake, but I can't get a replacement and have to potentially give up the shoot (and $$$) this weekend because I couldn't get the mic I needed? I've never used Comica products before, but wanted to give them a chance (been using DJI and Hollyland), and I am appalled by this situation. Either someone scammed Amazon with a false return of older model product, which they didn't check, then resent out as new product, or Comica put the wrong product in the box from the factory (but it also has obvious damage, wear and tear, so I think it was used). Either way, not impressed that I have to deal with it unless Comica somehow steps up, cause Amazon sure isn't. And ironically, I would have likely given a good review to my 400k+ audience on UA-cam but they didn't even send me the correct microphone! If Comica reads this, they can contact me via my business email on my UA-cam channel.
Amazon should cover this. Send it back and have it swapped over. Their return policy is awesome.
Nicely reviewed. Considering the size and bulk of that deadcat, I expected better performance. How strong was the wind that day? It's nice of them to include a high-boost, at least. The range was terrible though. They really need to work on that.
could come in handy for quick two subject interviews in noisy environments
Thank you , It would be better if they even produce XLR shotgun microphones
Thanks for the review! May I ask if there's a reason for picking up your voice rather from the side like you did here instead of directly from the front? I just ordered the VM40 and plan to put it on top of my teleprompter which is quite close to me. Would the audio improve if I'd move it further to the side? Maybe less reflections/echo?
There could be any number of reasons, but I suspect it's to avoid plosives. If the mic was right in front of him, any puff of air could overload the capsule and gets recorded with a loud boom.
Just put a $250 whole in my pocket and I couldn't be happier
NYC is way to expensive to buy all that gear.
It's a great mic, I hope you dig it! :)
@@GeekyNerdyTechy Mic sounds amazing and functionally is good.
Do you ever run into issue putting it in "copy mode" sometimes mine won't show up on the Mac and needs several plug and un-plugs on the USB C port
@@Fredo.heavyy Enter the copy mode when the device is powered off (press and hold the function button and the mode button at the same time), and then connect the device to the computer via a USB cable.😁I hope I can help you solve the problem.
Great review brother! 🙌
Hi! I understand it's mono, right? Not like the Zoom M3 which is M/S stereo...
Any idea if the app works with the vm30? I bought that and haven’t even used it yet then all of a sudden this monster springs out of nowhere 😩 gotta get this
Hello, thanks for your review. By connecting the microphone analog with a 3.5 minijack to the camera, can you also record at 32 bits?
Can you record simultaneously wirelessly and with the microphone's internal recorder?
You can record only on the microphone but you can trigger recording via the receiver. I covered this in the video.
Pretty unique mic. Great review!
Thanks RFT! :)
I’m kind of surprised Rode hasn’t done internal 32bit with any of their on camera shotgun/stereo mics yet.
because 99% of cameras dont record in 32bit. unless you sync in post.
@@truthseeker6804 I was thinking internally recording, like for the Rode Go pro wireless mics. I'm surprised they haven't done something like that for the Videomic NTG or Stereo VideoMic. Normal audio in via 3.5mm, but can sync 32bit in post if needed.
@@FieldingSmith ok sure. the new rode interview mic does 32bit and works with go 2 receiver
32 bit float - NICE!!
It's a great little mic! Rock on. 🤘
I‘ve bought two weeks ago the VM30😂…. What do you recommend?
This or the MKE400 from Sanheisser?
Nice review. I have a unit and am unable to find the recorded files from the transmitter on either my Mac or PC. Any guidance?
Press both mic buttons until it enters pairing mode then plug the mic in via USB-C and you’re good to go.
Thanks for your review Sir, the 32 bit float technology is fast progressing and congrats to Rode, Dji and now Comica VM40. Sir I did not hear you mention any lavelier mic intergration with this Comica VM40 or whether the VM40 is compatible with other brands if it does not have; or whether the VM40 has no provision for lavelier at all. I didn't also hear you tell us the cost price Sir and provide any link for whoever may wish to buy online. Finally, apart from the App on phone, does the VM40 also have Computer Software like the Rode? Thanks.
Links in the description. The mic opens like a drive on the computer. It’s nice and simple.
Can you trigger onboard recording within transmitters using the receiver?
Yes, that works.
Hopefully RODE will updated the VideoMic NTG with 32-bit on-board recording and wireless transmission soon. The Comica sound quality is not nearly as good as the RODE - at least to my ears.
This microphone is about half the price of the Rode NTG-5. It sounds about as good as their NTG-1.
Comica had done many efforts in improving audio quality, believe that you’ll see it soon.
32 bit tempting! Did you compared it with other mics side by side?
It's a great little mic. I will do a comparison coming up against some other shotgun mics but it's a tad brighter than my Rode NTG-5. Cheers.
First review video on the internets so far (for two days), but already has comments from Mark Bennet and Micro Four Nerds :)
Did check Comica website but these aren't stated there?
Anyway, for the Comica VM 30 there was a bug/problem that should be fixed with the VM 40. On the VM 30 the wireless audio used the worse codec possible on this microphone - is this true for the VM 40 aswell?
I want to get into video making, and yet want to use the microphone aswell for Discord, audio recording etc. Despite being it a directional microphone is it still possible to connect to a PC?
I put some links in the description. They'll no doubt have their website updated in the next few days.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy thanks for the reply. I am too late, since it is released now.
I came across another question, but you answered it somehow - I want to be 100% sure though. Is the single-channel still capable to connect another microphone (even though it might be another VM40) for dual-channel? You saod something about stereo, and mono. Does it mean you don't have a L/R channel with the single-channel one, or did I misunderstand it? Thank you for your help, very much appreciated.
@@klerkusmaximusHi！ Have you solved this problem now? If yes, I will explain it to you.
can you make a comparison to other high quality shotgun microphones?
Will do coming up!
I’m quite disappointed with the wind noise getting through. I was super excited about this mic system for my classroom use because it will be an easy setup for my students. But, that wind noise is making me hesitant because we’re by the beach. Filmmaking outside of the classroom could be problematic with this system.
When I was at NAB, I was so excited about this mic when I used it with my Pocket 3. But, after watching your video, it’s more of an indoors mic.
Have you tried it in 2.4Ghz rich environments outdoors, like malls, concerts, etc? I didn’t have any issues while at NAB, but curious about real world applications in different scenarios aside from trade show.
Thanks!
I would not use this mic indoors, unless the room is very well treated. Judging from how it sounded inside Shane's studio, I think a small diameter condenser mic would be a lot better.
@@marin_real_estate_photography I appreciate the input. Thanks!
plenty of aftermarket cats around and nothing stopping you placing some additional treatment over the shotgun before sliding on the cat. when it was shown on screen to me it looked like the fibers are to thin - usually cats are really shaggy.
My room is untreated but it's a great mic for indoor use. Experiment with the placement and if you need to, you can also use the noise reduction to help eliminate room sound (or just use it in post production).
For proper outdoor use you need a blimp, not just a "dead cat".
I thought this was the video saying you were switching all your video gear to Comica and selling your Rode gear cause it wasn’t fun like your Sony gear.
😂
I've been scouring all over UA-cam for this mic's reviews just to find one piece of information and have yet to see:
Can the mic, mounted on top of a camera (say, a7IV) output to the camera via 3.5mm AND record internally at the same time?
I film wedding and have to record impromptu interviews of guests in noisy environments. I would love to have an "scratch audio" track recorded with the video but have the option of giving the 32-bit float track from the mic to the editor later in case something goes awry.
This issue with comica they literally will only have 1 video up about a new product
There’s a bunch of videos coming. I wasn’t alerted to the release date of the product from their team.
Of course this came out 3 weeks after I bought the old one 🥲
Oh man! I haven’t tried the earlier models. That sort of stuff happened to me with camera gear a few times as well 😆
Me I have just received mine
Same for me, but I got old wired VM-20. If the wireless receiver was smaller I’d be more interested, but It’s almost as big as my recorder. 😮