Does this mic works with only specific types of cameras or can be used generally? I'm regrettably ignorant about this type of stuff.
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It works with almost any "prosumer" camera with an xlr connection. I'm not sure about consumer grade cameras. Btw, it works great! I hope this helps.
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It works with any camera or recording device that has a port for an XLR cable.
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You can use it on any device that has an audio input, you just need to find the proper power supply and adapters. If your device (like my Sony EX1) has at least 1 XLR input and provides phantom power (48 volts) then you will be set up with just the camera, mic, and cable. If you are recording with a DSLR, you will need to purchase a phantom power supply that will be connected in the XLR chain.
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It can't be used on any dsrl camera because of 2 factors 1 it is a professional microphone with xlr connection that belong to amps, consoles and recorders like the TASCAM D40 which I own. 2 even if you get the adapter to plug it to the camera its a phantom type of microphone which need extra energy to work. Im sure you should buy the Audio Technica ATR6550 that can be pluged to the camera or computer. I do videos but I record the audio separated for better perfomance just need a little work of synchronization.
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It can't be used on any dsrl camera because of 2 factors1 it is a professional microphone with xlr connection that belong to amps, consoles and recorders like the TASCAM D40 which I own.2 even if you get the adapter to plug it to the camera its a phantom type of microphone which need extra energy to work.Im sure you should buy the Audio Technica ATR6550 that can be pluged to the camera or computer. I do videos but I record the audio separated for better perfomance just need a little work of synchronization.
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You will need something with XLR inputs, either a camera or a digital field recorder. I use a Tascam DR-40. It will also need phantom power, which means it needs to be powered by whatever it is plugged into.
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Okay, first thing you must and I cant stress this enough but you must know how your camera mic jack is wired. All of my cameras that I use are canon and pentax. They are all stereo mic inputs. That means it uses 3 connectors. If you dont know what I am talking about... Take a look at a plug on a pair of headphones vs the plug that is on the mic. Chances are your camera is wire like this or real similar. I do not use the cable that comes with the mic. I use one made by Hosa that has XLR on the mic end and it has a 3 connectore(stereo)plug on the camera end. The mic is not stereo, it just simply sends the same mic signal to the tip and the ring on the stereo plug. The cable in known as a dual mono cable. If you do not use this cable the adapter that you get with the mic will ground the mic line and quite possibly do what you are experiencing. I use this mic in many situations and it works great. I get great results everytime but again it is very important that you use the right connector cable.
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They are not all compatible. Mine worked well first time. just make sure you keep the mic right up to your lips.
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It didn't work with mine. It's not a very good product. Plus it's old. I'm sure a new better microphone product has been released since.
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I tried to use it for a project. We tried a high end mic (sorry the manufactuer of the mic escapes me). It wasn't working and we chalked it up to defective mic. Later my colleague did some research and it turns out the camera wasn't putting out enough wattage for the mic.
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Yes, it can be used with other mic. Remember an adapter from XLR to miniJack if your mic plug is XLR. With a good mic there is no noise.
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I'm sorry, I got it for my brother in laws camera, he videographed my wedding, it turned out awesome! So I say yes, great mic! I'm not 100% sure what type of camera it is but must be similar if mic is compatible. Sorry I couldn't help more!
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Any DSLR with a 3.5mm audio jack socket can use this mic. However, the one I tried and sent back had loads of "Hiss" on it to much to be any good in quiet environments.
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I don't think that Mic will work, Brian. I used an Olympus ME 51s on my Canon T3i, an it worked great! Stereo too!
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It won't work well with any mic because the preamps are terrible. You would have to run software that denoises while you are broadcasting but even that would cause extra latency. I would recommend a different unit and Amazon has plenty to choose from at the same price level.
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Yes it would work, however it is important what type of mic you use... a quality mis it the key.
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You can use it with anything that has standard audio and mic plugs or you can buy an adapter for usb if your device doesn't have audio plugs.
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This mic is a Sony specific product. The hot shoe that Sony uses is not a cross product fit for other camcorders with or without a hot shoe. Sony makes a plug and play Blue Tooth mic that is "GREAT".
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Any usb interface with xlr inputs will work. You want to use an xlr cable to connect the mic to the interface. As far as brands go, i use Focusrite but any interface you can afford should do the trick
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Im no expert but this does have a mic input that you can use, I use it and it worked out fine once I figured out how to connect everything...what helped me was I did a search for this model to find out the how's and what's-- it would be capable of. They also have a website which if you google the model you can find loads of info that will be helpful, thats how I did my research, good luck hope my answer helped you out
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(Reply to Rachel's post):This was my question exactly.. I like it's features but am reluctant to buy it because it says it's only for specific cameras. What makes it compatible with those but not other brands/models? (specifically please, from someone who knows for sure) There has to be a reason why it's listed as only for those cameras, and I'd like to know what it is..
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This Mic would likely be compatible. It is certainly not good for quality. I would look at paying a little more and getting something better. This Mic isn't even good enough for recording voice conversations. I hope you look for something better, you will be disappointed with this one if you use it for events like music. Sorry, but good luck!