How is the sound when recording in a loud environment (like a party with really loud music)? Does the sound blow out?
520242
No. Here's a link to a video of probably the loudest event I've shot with it- so far. It may not seem that loud now, but I had to wear earplugs. What it will do is reveal weaknesses in the PA system and sound mix. In other words, if the sound is bad, it'll record it just like it is. If it's good, like in this video, it'll sound good later on playback. One of the main reasons I bought this camera was to record bands, and so far, so good. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvLGa96YMLU
520243
have not had any issues with sound, have used it in multiple locations that have had loud background and foreground sounds outdoors, school concerts and parties. Internal microphone is very good. Only wish the unit had a remote so playback to an older tv was a little easier to manage.
2159283
It would function well for low to moderately loud background music at a party. It would be good for seriously listening at moderate volume, with some limits on the low bass. It would struggle if used for dance level music at a party.
335021
I use the mic close by also, and when I play back through my external speakers (or even the speakers built into the laptop), I have not had any feedback. This really is the best mic I've found out there. Hope this helps!!!
1357464
@ +12db you will hear some noise, but for live work it's acceptable&gt; I would not use it for studio post production mix downs. Hope this was helpful.
1999626
I was told I sound quite loud. Used it for a phone call. No one had problems hearing me, but I would not use it for recording.
517980
It's pretty loud for being how small it is. Depends how big the space is for the party. If you're in an apartment/condo absolutely. If you're in an 8 bedroom three story house, probably not...
646191
I've never once felt like "I wish it would get louder"... I've taken it to outdoor get togethers, camping, etc. and it is loud enough to have good background music volume. If you're trying to make the music the focal point of an event, you might want something bigger.
1247739
As far as I can tell from some basic tests, pretty good, although I have not yet had a chance to try this mic in a live performance. I had contact with Rodemic about this microphone because of the handling noise and their recommendation was to set the mic to +20db and the recording level of the mic in the camera to low. This way you will prevent noise resulting from the average camera circuitry. Obviously, if you arerecording very loud music, like in a rock concert, you might want to lower the mic input level. Just a matter of experimenting, I guess.
1841196
I've used this camera to make videos of myself teaching (for grad classes, not for fun). It captures my voice from across the room and students' voices even if their backs are turned. Of course, my students are on their best behavior, so there's not any background noise. I don't know if that would make a difference. Hope this helps.
346776
I would suggest this one for recording in a pub but in the event it fails for that purpose then make sure you can return it right back like I was able to. I had high hopes for this kit but it picked up too many background noises too well for my purpose. There is a risk you could pick up too many background noises in a noisy pub as well.
615880
I don't think you are going to get good recordings of loud concerts with any recorder using this Mic. You would need a more professional device.
618325
its sounds pretty good outside too. put it on the floor to increase bass-response and raise treble a bit (more treble on ipod EQ) to counteract the somewhat directional treble response. i had it turned up to the max, although at these levels it starts to distort slightly and the sound becomes a bit compressed, but you can still hear it from some hundred meters away and you won't notice distortion if you don't stand very close to it. i even had it cranked up on a beach and everyone was turning around where the sound was coming from, as they couldn't see it as small as it is. i also have an altec lansing imt800 which has more bass and an overall fuller sound, but near maximum level both sound similar (the altec reduces bass at higher volume) and the sounddock is even slightly louder. as the sounddock portable is really small i think it is the perfect party-machine even for outside. at normal listening levels you can expect about 10-12 hours of playing time from one charge. at maximum volume it will play for 2-4 hours.
1165089
Yes it does have a pretty good internal Mic but we have used it only for family get togethers and vacation. Stuff. It has no external that I can tell unless the usb port would accept a usb Mic but can't test the theory since I do not have one. If the room has usual sounds and others talking it picks up the closest people. If at some Loud party it will have problems
1206382
The speaker is plenty loud. The problem is with the mic. There is only one single mic pod (in the main mic/speaker audio pod) and you must place that in the middle of the table. People on the other end will hear the center people well, but the far ends of the table, not well at all. Also, as another person said, you hear a ton of paper shuffling, chair moving, side whispering, etc., and the unit picks up a lot of bass noise. I wish there were a way to add two extension mics, and then it would be perfect, but there's not. Also, I wish it had remote PTZ. It can only be done in the conference room. The camera is great quality, as is the speaker. The speaker is plenty loud. The problem is with the mic. There is only one single mic pod (in the main mic/speaker audio pod) and you must place that in the middle of the table. People on the other end will hear the center people well, but the far ends of the table, not well at all. Also, as another person said, you hear a ton of paper shuffling, chair moving, side whispering, etc., and the unit picks up a lot of bass noise. I wish there were a way to add two extension mics, and then it would be perfect, but there's not. Also, I wish it had remote PTZ. It can only be done in the conference... » Read More The speaker is plenty loud. The problem is with the mic. There is only one single mic pod (in the main mic/speaker audio pod) and you must place that in the middle of the table. People on the other end will hear the center people well, but the far ends of the table, not well at all. Also, as another person said, you hear a ton of paper shuffling, chair moving, side whispering, etc., and the unit picks up a lot of bass noise. I wish there were a way to add two extension mics, and then it would be perfect, but there's not. Also, I wish it had remote PTZ. It can only be done in the conference room. The camera is great quality, as is the speaker. « Show Less
1357462
@ +12db you will hear some noise, but for live work it's acceptable> I would not use it for studio post production mix downs. Hope this was helpful.
812632
No problems with volume, it records as loud as you speak, if you whisper when you record it will whisper back, if you speak loudly it will sound loud.
2235250
Party? No. For that I would go all out and buy the Mini-Bose. It has distortion, but does not play loud enough to really hear it. Believe me, you do not want this one for a party. I got it for my kayak so I can play it while fishing. It is loud enough to hear then but I would never use it for a party or alike. Even in the garage while working I break out the Bose.