This $50 Camera Microphone ROCKS!

Sir, please try to add few seconds outdoor test, like in a mall or some roadside shot. Its difficult to understand the mic capabilities inside a closed room.

What do I do if I didn't get a splitter?

Wait, since all smartphone sellers removed stereo jacks, how can I connect the D4 Mini to a phone? Some weird connector cables I need to buy?

I use both of these connected to each through the input on Deity for stereo recordings 😂

Both mics sound much better then recordings with much more expensive mics. I believe the main reason for this is your (very well, seemingly) treated room. How much influence do you think the treatment of the room has? Reason for me asking is that I'm looking for a good mic to position (preferably) outside of the screen, while recording talking head videos - in an untreated (rented) room. Was look at pencil condensers like the AKG P170, which seems rather interesting. However, it's not a hypercardiod (only a cardiod). Any suggestions are very welcome.

Your production quality is fantastic btw!

Don't get me wrong... I really dig RODE "stuff." I own many of their mics, and have a love affair with the RODEcaster Pro. That being said... I've found myself leaning in the Deity direction when it comes to CAMERA-MOUNTED mics. I find the sound more "pleasing," and the price tag just pushes them over the top. GREAT video review, and thank you for being a reliable source when shopping for new gear!!!

I found rode on Amazon for about $50

Price is hugely more than this in the UK now :(

Hey! When you did the room tone test, was that with camera preamp or separate recorder?

I bought this mic and suks. It sounds like it came from an empty basement

does it work with iphone?

Excellent review and training productions. Everything explained perfectly with clean descriptions, spot on, great shots and production, no background music! And no other annoying extras! Jobs well-done!

Great review! Thanks, exactly what I was looking for.

when i first bought the micro...i thought i was doing something wrong but I was right...it has this Hissssing sound that is hard to come by and went and purchased the D3 (non pro) which is Magnificient for inhouse but wanted a micro....(sold the Rode since its such not good) but am thinking of picking the Mini soon (I used the Duo which is also great however i realized i dont do recording with more than 2 ppl sighs....im sooo alone)

I want to record some videos with A7IV on forest and record birds and ambiance sound. What mic you guys recommend? Omnidirecional? Which brand and models?

Great video and the Switch pod is dope! Will be getting one! Cheers mate 🙏🏻

this video actually helped me

I was going for Rode but the things you included in this video no other told me I think so deity d4 is in consideration now 👍

What camera tripod are you using for the camera on screen?

Thanks for the video! Will this work with the Sony A7IV?

Wonderful video, thanks to share it. I use Lumix GH6, do you know it and its ampli? In your opinion which mini nic. could I buy? However, I don't have to speak in front of the microphone, I only make documentaries but not in the city. I shoot people in the open and remote countryside.Then ... Difference between Deity D4 Mini and Duo? Which is better for normal use? Then ... I don't understand well the difference between Deity D4 Mini and Duo? Which is better for normal use? Thanks

anyone find any other mics with this secondary input option?? id be down to spend more money on a mic with this feature that also has built in gain controls and such

Is it possible to record 3 separate lanes? For example, if you pair the rode wirelless go ii with 2 receivers to the deity, how is it going to be recorded on camera?

cheers thanks for this!

I wonder how many D4 micros you could buy if you sold the camera and lense you just attached it to 😳🤣

The "deep" of the rode is exactly what I dont like! I love flat sound. Its more honest and more representative and less fatiguing on the ear

ayy thanks m8!

Diety 💪💪

FYI I had the the RF issues with the Zoom H1n. To me it's more an issue of the Rode Wireless GOII than of the mic. Thanks Caleb, great test, thanks for making and sharing. Oh.. what I always wanted to say: thanks for the sound blanket recommendation. They finally have an European distributor now. Shipping and custom doesn't cost an arm and a leg anymore.

Hello, can the 3.5mm input on the Diety D4 Mini supply plug-in power to a condenser lavalier mic like the Shure MVL?

Great review. Thanks

both crappy, and what u r using to record for this vid?

Hey! I want to record indoor videos of everyday life without voice, just ambient sounds, cooking, typing, etc. Is this type of microphone suitable for this?
I would also like to know if it can be used directly on the computer 🤔

Love the clarity of sound and RF shielding of the D4. I am also really loving the built in stereo mics on my GH5 for recording ambient/musical performances. Since I mostly shoot on a ronin SC, this makes my rig setup really compact and easy to balance.

I really like the sound but the yellow is fire 🔥

Do you have a review for the diety D4 mini Dou microphone. Possibly a comparison to the regular D4?

I just thought RF interference is caused by the bundled cable is not shielded, but they are tested with the same cable... hmm...

Ngl over phone speakers, my opinion of the sound quality was the exact opposite of yours! Far preferred the Deity, and to me sounded fuller/more pleasing to the ear

What was the distance between you and the mics?

I have Rode Videomicro (actually bought based on your video, lol). Very happy with it.

What about the link for the camera tripod can share please nice videos!
ideos!

We have IDOLCAM VlogStar V2 shotgun microphone, can we send you one for the next mic review you are doing?

well done - thanks!

Every video you make is super helpful. Thank you so much for all that you do for this community.

No Amazon link for the rode Bluetooth setup?

Diety sounds better in my view.

Man i just start new channel and just bought Røde . I think it’s ok Don’t force me to buy another one. It’s totally fine for blogging. Go out and try it outside you will see which one is better I still believe and think. Røde is the best.

Good morning, Caleb. Just what I needed to make my decision. I like the side by side comparison. Thank you very much.