7 Camera Preamps I've Owned and Which Is Best For Your Budget

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7 Camera Preamps I've Owned and Which Is Best For Your Budget

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Today I test 7 of the camera preamps I've owned and like to see how they stack up! Using a preamp for your camera is one of the best things you can do for your audio as it will increase the signal from the microphone without introducing more noise. At least that is the idea!
To save time in this video, I only tested the preamps noise. If you want to hear what each preamp sounds like with a voice, check out my various reviews below.
Preamps 0:41
Tests 3:57
Conclusions 4:51
Saramonic Smart Rig
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My Hack tutorial: • Hacking the $23 Saramo...
iRig PRE
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Saramonic Smart Rig PLUS
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My Review: • Best Audio Accessory F...
Beachtek DXA Micro Pro
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My Review: • The Camera Preamp That...
Saramonic MixMic
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My Review: • Slick $220 Camera Prea...
JuicedLink 222
RIP :-(
Sound Devices MixPre-3
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@artjohnson01 7 жыл бұрын

Big fan of yours. Bought a G7 camera and took your class. Bought a Roxsen Speed Booster to go with my Canon FD 50mm. F1.4. Stunning results! Bought a Saramonic SmartRig+ after your review. Added velcro and strap to attach SmartRIg+ to my monopod and connect to the camera. Also amazing. Even though the Beachtek might be a little better, that Saramonic is perfect for me because I do use both XLR on occassion and it's out of the way on my monopod. Also, I work with both the G7 and an iPhone at times, and the Saramonic works with both very nicely. THANKS so much!!!

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Art! All solid tools!

@curtisjudd 6 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison, Caleb. Really interesting to see the self-noise comparison numbers.

@TheGroovyGuitarDude 7 жыл бұрын

I got the Saramonic SmartRig+ per your recommendation and have absolutely loved it! I was previously running my mics and guitar through a Shure mixer but it was bulky and much less flexible for run and gun shooting. The SmartRig+ was one of the best $100 I've spent in a long time!

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Right? Probably the cheapest way to drastically improve audio!

@seifenhasedreizehn4077 5 жыл бұрын

do you not have to constantly buy big batteries that hurt the environment and pocket? what about rechargeable options

@BushMasterThermal 3 жыл бұрын

@@dslrvideoshooter Anything new out now? Better options than Smart Rig+ for Two channel XLR Phantom power? Below Mix Pre 3 Price Range

@shiznuts 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, this is definitely an interesting vid, thanks! Thing is, I'm a very visual person, so I'm very focused on the camera, lenses and correction of footage to get the video looking visually pleasing and impressive. But of course, audio as they say is 50% of the final form... but it's just a lot tougher to 'get'... to get a grasp on... or just to get excited or wanting to learn more about as well (willingness to spend money on isn't really there either). Videos like these really help to sorta make some sense of it all and give you a bit of an overview of what you're dealing with and which direction you might want to look. Super useful.

@mattcero1 Жыл бұрын

I just subscribed. This guy will actually tell you which device he favors and why without dilly-dallying around. He and Curtis Judd give the best reviews. I watch many reviews from others but have only subscribed to him and Curtis. This would have been nice had he mentioned if any of these devices could double as a computer sound interface. Thanks mate!

@rowangallagher 7 жыл бұрын

Decent preamps are such a lifesaver for killing that hiss. I have the Beachtek and the Smartrig and love them.

@EventPhotographyMI 7 жыл бұрын

I was never satisfied with the gain from my Rode NGT-2 when using the H4n or USB Art Dual Pre. I added a Cloud Lifter CL-1 to the mix and that really gave a huge boost of clean gain. I would not have chosen this path but already owned the equipment.

@PaulinoSensei 6 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your reviews and your thoughts on the equipment you check out. I bought the Saramonic Smartrig + and it was a good purchase.

@mrzeromafia 7 жыл бұрын

I've used Irig Pre for my main Dialogue Audio, from Shotgun, straight to laptop, it's serve me great in my college years as multimedia student. Great video btw.

@ArikGST 7 жыл бұрын

I`ve started using the Saramonics Smartrig a while back, thanks to your videos on it I was able to modify it to my needs and now it`s doing a great job boosting the audio of my Rode Videomic (cause I am a Canon user and Canon`s inbuild preamps suck xD). For my needs this low budget preamp works great, and I can`t see myself needing anything more, it`s definitly a great option for everyone who`s looking to get better audio quality on a budget :)

@FatCatAlleyMinute 7 жыл бұрын

I just bought the Beachtek, based on your review. I was looking for something a little smaller that the one I have. Thank you for your review, Caleb!

@stephenwardfilmmaker2075 7 жыл бұрын

Damn you Caleb!! I bought the Saramonic Smart Rig Plus based on your excellent review of it a year ago. I use it with a Canon t4/3i and I must say I haven't been overly impressed with it. It certainly helps but maybe I was being unrealistic thinking it was going to make my audio crystal clear. I guess I better start saving for the Beachtek DXA Micro Pro ... and just after I buy it you'll come out with another review of a way better preamp at a similar price!! ;)

@RIOgrandGames 6 жыл бұрын

DSLR Video Shooter I made sure to buy my Rode mic and Pre amp from the links in the description! Great content for information about all things video! Keep it up!

@humblepie9906 7 жыл бұрын

I strongly suggest a Sound Devices Mix Pre-D ( used) . Ive seen them sell for 500-600 bucks on craigslist and ebay. I sold mine for 700 bucks. I got a Sound Devices 702T because I needed a recorder. The Mix Pre-D is an awesome, awesome very low noise pre-amp device for your DSLR or Mirrorless camera. Analog limiters too! Research it !

@MEDIENMACHEN 7 жыл бұрын

Great video - thank you Caleb! And the Mixpre-3 is also a recorder and an audio interface for PC and Mac!

@danieldougan269 Жыл бұрын

The form factor of the MixMic is my favorite because it includes the shock mount for the mic and a coldshoe...they should let you buy it without the crappy mic and just bring your own. It's just so convenient to put on top of your camera. Too bad it doesn't sound so great. The Beachtek would be a no-brainer if it had two XLR inputs. Only having one could be a problem.

@KeemIbarra 7 жыл бұрын

Nice. Wish I would've known about the beachtek. Watched your "best audio accessory for your camera!" video and picked up the saramonic plus a few months ago.

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

I only recently reviewed the DXA Micro Pro. SmartRig+ is still a solid choice. Also those dual XLR/3.5mm jacks are great.

@EposVox 7 жыл бұрын

WHY CAN'T I HOLD ALL THESE PRE-AMPS?!

@patrickbenthamradley5429 3 жыл бұрын

Clear and concise info as always Caleb! :-) Well done, Thanks!

@carls.2649 7 жыл бұрын

Yep. The Beachtek Micro is great and worth the moderate cost. Excellent preamp. With that great headphone volume. For the rare times I need 2 XLR's, use my Zoom H4n.

@sussvarman 7 жыл бұрын

Was just about to seal the deal on an H4N before you posted. Really thankful I didn't. The Saramonic seems SO much better to pair with an NTG2 than the Zoom (I've heard that the pre's on the H4N don't boost quite enough for that mic) Thanks!

@EventPhotographyMI 7 жыл бұрын

I own the H4N (not Pro) and the NGT-2 . Love the quality of the NGT-2 but the low output of this mic coupled with the rather weak H4N preamp makes for a lot of noise on my 6D. A Cloud Lifter CL-1 brought redemption to the combo and now I have a huge amount of quiet gain to work with. I also use the Art USB Dual Pre with the Cloud Lifter. The CL-1 is like dynamite, amazing!

@TechLineHD 7 жыл бұрын

I heard that JuicedLink pre-amps have the lowest noise and they were high-quality products. And now they are gone?

@julianjuellz Жыл бұрын

you are the best :) you always cover exactly what i need to know

@lightroomblog 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Caleb, two things. First, I picked up a Media Sonic 4-bay from your video recommendation. Even with import duty to Ireland, it worked out better than the 2 bay Oricco from Amazon UK. The Oricco is a noise beast though. While the Mediasonic isn't whisper quiet by any means, it's more adding to fan noise than being the fan noise..or a jet plane imitator. Love that it sees each drive individually so I can just pop in older drives as needed. Secondly, when I saw the MixPre3, I feel in love with it. Want one. But I'm kinda torn. The MixPre6 might be a better option to allow me to do location sound work. Coming from a live sound background, it's not a major leap. Half of the job is having the gear. Seeing as previous Sound Devices stuff is 5 times the price, it's not as expensive as it seems compared to the cheapies! Cheers for the work on the channel, hopefully the watch time pays off!

@mrredtheman 7 жыл бұрын

As usual great video Caleb. Have you ever tried out the Tascam dr60 II. I like the idea of a preamp that also records. That way in case the camera stops recording you still have a backup.

@M3cki 4 жыл бұрын

In what scenario is a backup of only audio good? I don't get the point

@daveycrockett9447 Жыл бұрын

Juicelink probably went out of business because their pricepoint was ridiculous... wish this would happen more often with merchants that are greedy with their price margins. Plenty of more reasonable more options as you have shown. Thanks for a great review!!!!

@johnhmaw 7 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison. Of course, as well as being the best performing preamp, the MixPre-3 is also a very good 3 track recorder. In view of that, it better justifies the price.

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Most definitely! So much more than just a preamp, but since I had it, I thought I'd throw it in the mix.

@ryankilosky 7 жыл бұрын

No love for the Tascam DR-60 MkII? I know a LOT of people love it and it's within the price range of these models that you tested.

@videoworks7731 7 жыл бұрын

I use the smart rig plus recording video lectures does the job.Very easy to set up

@pansepot1490 7 жыл бұрын

Just the video I was hoping for.

@karls5795 7 жыл бұрын

Always informative many thanks. A suggestion, when hold a product for our view, please try holding it steady for at least a few seconds so we get a clear view. Your hand that was holding the preamp was moving constantly adding expression to what you were saying but not very helpful visually. What worked well was your placing a still image of Sound Devices MixPre-3 in the upper left hand corner. Thank's for useful information and your efforts

@ruskreeder2434 6 жыл бұрын

Really fine review. Well-presented.

@TheUnMarketingGroup 7 жыл бұрын

Sad about JuicedLink. I understand the gain/noise floor pre-amp comparison between these inexpensive pre and the 633 but it's a little like comparing a bike to a car - both will get you from a-to-b but the are for very different purposes. Even before features like separate gain/trim and separate source recording / mixing recording - how the 633's limiters for example controls peak distortion before it's processed by the a/d converter. Now I'm curious how those inexpensive amps handle peak distortion?

@SullyCortez 7 жыл бұрын

JuicedLink went out of business?!?!?!?! NOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

So sad right?

@jurredb4220 7 жыл бұрын

Question: Can you test or do you already tested the Saramonic ax100. Because I want to buy it, but I dont know if its good.

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Here you go :-) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e8eSjLqrxrfTqY0.html

@jurredb4220 7 жыл бұрын

DSLR Video Shooter Thanks

@SoundSpeeding 6 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately you can probably blame Zaxcom and their lawyers for JuicedLink's demise :-/ :-(

@AriIsenberg 7 жыл бұрын

Hey, Caleb!! I love your videos and have been a fan for the past year or so. Over the summer, I purchased a Rode VidMic Pro thanks to your Rode Mic Comparison video and I have been absolutely loving it. At the moment, I have just been using it directly plugged into my mic input on my Olympus EM1 4:3 camera and it has been working pretty well, I think. But, after watching this video, I just may have to purchase a pre-amp. So... here are a few scenarios and I'm curious to which you think would work the best for a KZfaq "studio" recording situation like yours (I don't have all of this equipment yet, but I am hoping to hopefully purchase it soon): 1) Rode VidMic Pro plugged directly into Canon Rebel t7i 2) Rode VidMic Pro plugged into the Beachtek DXA-MICRO PRO plugged into Canon Rebel t7i 3) Rode VidMic Pro plugged into Zoom H4N recorder (recording externally/separate from Canon Rebel t7i) 4) Rode NTG4 Plus plugged into Beachtek DXA-MICRO PRO plugged into Canon Rebel t7i 5) Rode NTG 4 Plus plugged into Zoom H4N recorder (recording externally/separate Canon Rebel t7i) Curious to hear what you think. Thank you so much!! - Ari

@GregorBrownPersonal 6 жыл бұрын

Good vid, went for the Saramonic SmartRig

@laparmusik7854 4 жыл бұрын

How about saramonic smart rig vs comica linkflex AD2?

@JWS1968 5 жыл бұрын

Thought the Tascam DR60-D Mark 2 would've in there at £145 currently on Amazon. It also has a decent limiter which at that price point is unusual. It's not an analogue limiter like the one in the MixPre but it actually works and is quite transparent for a cheapy.

@legendp2011 6 жыл бұрын

would be interested to see how using the new zoom h1n would fair in these test (given it can also record audio in WAV)

@patrikgrnli3155 7 жыл бұрын

How about using the Zoom recorders (h4n, h5 & h6) as preamps?

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

That can help. Often not as good as a dedicated preamp though.

@joebuslife9275 7 жыл бұрын

what about something like the Zoom F8 with 8 xlrs and channels compared to the MixPre-3? It's under $1000

@benjamin.tranbt 7 жыл бұрын

I needed this. Thanks !

@edpelicula9344 6 жыл бұрын

Allowing that it may not be as good as a dedicated preamp, the Zoom is not only acting as a preamp but also recording a separate high quality recording that can be synced with a camera audio and "cleaned up" with a good program like Premiere Pro and Audition, or Audacity. That isn't just "help." That is a whole different value proposition.

@SoundSpeeding 6 жыл бұрын

Forget about any of the Zoom recorders under the F4! As the Zoom F series is massive MASSIVE leap forward for Zoom

@grzegorzradecki7500 3 жыл бұрын

Love Your channel 💪💪💪

@lemmonsinmyeyes 7 жыл бұрын

why not a dr60d or something of the like? 142$ for just the preamp is quite a bit considering for 8$ more you get a whole recorder?

@siskoDE 4 жыл бұрын

the video is a little bit older, but can you recommend me one for my canon eos m50?

@countbailiff3120 3 жыл бұрын

I looked at the smartrig plus, but appears to have a trrs jack for input to the dslr....I thought dslr used a trs jack input ?

@LearnCanterbury 4 жыл бұрын

be interested in how battery life compares. mixpre sound terrific, but are a pain to power in the field.

@JeremyGalloway 5 жыл бұрын

I really wish the $30 smartrig could accept a 3.5mm microphone! Considering its size, I can't believe they wouldn't make one that can be used with compact, non-XLR mics... I don't wanna use an adapter

@HumphreyBurroughs 6 жыл бұрын

A important question! If I understand correctly, you cannot monitor audio with the Saramonic Smart Rig (because you need to use a app to do it, and we arent use it with a smartphone) so the first one able to do monitor audio is the Saramonic Smart Rig PLUS, right?

@slevinshafel9395 Жыл бұрын

Thank. Old video but perfect. I like DYNAMIC mic and need portable amplifire for interview. I expect better option more compact. but ok i can deal with this.

@ShahidulIslamPappuOfficial 10 ай бұрын

Comica Linkflex or Comica Cvm X3 or saramonic smartrig ? which one is best ?

@winterbloomcreative1236 Жыл бұрын

what's the difference between mixer and preamp? I'm using a Rode Vid Condenser Mic on a NIkon D700 setup but it's picking up too much noise. The goal is to film interviews, and interested in budget set-up to playing around with doc filming. Is this noise issue more of a mic situation or do I need mixer/preamp?

@cristianoandrades 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Caleb, Thanks for another great video! Really enjoyed it and I am learning more each time with your videos. I have a question, at the moment I am struggling to find a preamp for the Rodeo Video Micro, do you know if any of the reviewed preamps would work with this microphone? If not, do you know/recommend any? Thanks, C

@JeffCorcelius 7 жыл бұрын

I've been using the AZDEN FMX-DSLR. I've liked it so far no issues. Very versatile. The only audio issues I've had in general was WiFi interference. Do you ever come across that when filming?

@Dans-hobbies 7 жыл бұрын

Caleb, if you get a chance, you should take a look at the Saramonic SR-PAX2. I own one, and it's an awesome preamp considering the cost ($140-150ish).

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the heads up! I'll have to check that out some day.

@JohnMcQuay 7 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a detailed review of the Mix Pre 3.

@patrickspahr825 10 ай бұрын

This vid is now 6 years old. Do you have any newer ones on mic preamps? Thanks!

@HimynameisWill 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@YOBABYMAMAHEROSGAMINGCHANNEL 7 жыл бұрын

Caleb, im a huge fan of your work thanks for the constant informative content. Question i purchased the aputure deity and i needed reliable phantom power the juiced link is at this time out of my budget sam ash recommended the $70 art phantom 2 pro i noticed this amp wasnt one of the amps used in this video do you recommend the $140 amp or is the one i have good enough i need my audio to be on point

@romari2706 5 жыл бұрын

I’d like to see a comparison between these Pre-Amps and recorders such as the Zoom H6, Tascam DR-60D and Tascam DR-70D.

@truthhunter2718 5 жыл бұрын

Can u plz tell me is to possible to record from condenser mic by preamp??

@boodai88 4 жыл бұрын

Super helpful, thank you so much

@alexeyzelya 6 жыл бұрын

What is better - to use preamp for $100 or to use external recorder like Tascam DR-05?

@Ctiptonk 4 жыл бұрын

Isn't the amount of noise added by the 6D the limiting factor? Might you have heard a difference between the MixPre and the BeachTek if you used a higher end recorder?

@rickonmic 2 жыл бұрын

Can you use any of these on a Facetime call or Zoom meeting? (Can you hear audio coming out of the phone?)

@paulfairchild8942 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, thanks!

@rallymax2 3 жыл бұрын

It’s interesting that only one had combo XLR and 1/4 inch. Important to me because my wireless lav receiver has quarter inch wired output. I sure do wish that a pre-amp exists with the right stereo output having a timecode generator to sync two cameras.

@AlexCruzHaha 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Canon M50, what do you think is the best budget option for a rode videomicro setup? I just hate that hissing noise haha, gonna boom it over my head.

@kcshotme2231 7 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this 🙌🏿🍾

@tnp651 2 жыл бұрын

It would have ben helpful to hear the Canon without the preamp for comparison.

@gabrielchavarria22 6 жыл бұрын

What about the Triton Audio Fethead Microphone Preamp? Since it's an in-line microphone preamp, it wouldn't require all of these. It's super small, compact and portable (the size of a large finger) - dramatically decreasing the weight of your rig, while simultaneously granting you +22db of clean gain boost. Would you consider doing a review on it? I'm looking into getting it for my camera rig, but your input would be greatly appreciated.

@gabrielchavarria22 6 жыл бұрын

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@gabrielchavarria22 6 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rdV4e8J6m56-nIE.html

@gabrielchavarria22 6 жыл бұрын

This guy does a review on it, but I'm curious to see how it works with camera applications.

@Mischief321 6 жыл бұрын

I heard cloudlifter cl-1 is very good too?

@FLOODOFSINS 7 жыл бұрын

You look and sound very different from your videos from 6 years ago. Where does the zoom h5 fall in your results? What is a good handheld grip mount to hold my smartphone & zoom h5 at same time? I'm also thinking of picking up the Zoom SGH-6.

@RobertoRuizPhilosophyMonkey 6 жыл бұрын

What would be more useful for reducing or eliminating hiss from a wireless Lavalier mic, a field recorder or a preamp?

@felixtamola319 7 жыл бұрын

Have you tried the zoom h5 or h6? Great video as always!

@echmyr 7 жыл бұрын

How does the Tascam DR-70D compare to the Saramonic Smart Rig PLUS and the Beachtek DXA Micro Pro? I am considering purchasing it, but wondered if you have ever tried one and what your thoughts were.

@DamienLandis1 Жыл бұрын

Can anyone explain me what would be the best way to use my Neumann TLM102 over XLR on my SONY FX30? i also have a FOCUSRITE SCARLETT 18i20 .. so many videos.. and ways which can be confusing for someone who has never dealt with "CAMERA AUDIO". I would be grateful for tips

@zachherold8812 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Caleb thanks for all the extremely helpful videos! I would like to run 4 wireless microphones direct into my Sony a7III. Do you have any advice on how to achieve this?

@kevinwilliams3578 3 жыл бұрын

Can you help with a good recommendation. I have a canon m50, deity d3 pro. My goal is to monitor video with a headphone while I record videos. I want better audio by being able to monitor the audio before and during recordings. To this goal, I purchased the Comica CVM-AX1 Audio Mixer Adapter. The sound quality in the headphone was horrible and not and indicator of my actual sound. Now, I am considering purchasing a Beachtek DXA-MICRO-PRO PLUS Active Audio Adapter or Beachtek DXA-CINE Mini-Plug Audio Adapter for Cinema Cameras or Tascam DR-60DmkII 4-Input / 4-Track Multitrack Field Recorder or Beachtek DXA-MICRO-PRO Active XLR Compact Adapter. Can you recommend one of these or some other product I should consider?

@robertsmoker6655 Жыл бұрын

can you do a updated video and thoughts on the Zoom AMS-22

@danaross 7 жыл бұрын

A great review. Very helpful. !!!!!!!!!!!!

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dana!

@dominicdriman1319 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for great videos, keep up the good work. I want to shoot indoor KZfaq videos, won't be moving around. I have a Panasonic Lumix DMC-G80 with a Røde VideoMic PRO. But want to switch to a lav mic. What lav mic should I go for? And should I do it with a Zoom H5 or Saramonic SmartRig+ or Beachtek DXA Micro PRO? Sounds quality (without noice) is the priority but would love to not have to do anything in post (such as syncing the audio with the video). What is your opinion in these options or should I go with something else?

@smalltalk.productions9977 7 жыл бұрын

can you gauge how the preamp on the tascam dr60 would rank with the seven you tested for this review? as always, thanks for the effort and the sharing.

@CRMayerCo 7 жыл бұрын

thanks. well done and useful

@FlyByFrancis 5 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to use a Tascam Dr-05 as a pre-amp? @DSLR Video Shooter I'm tired of using syncing up audio in post. Thanks!

@Albanez39 5 жыл бұрын

I believe you can. Most handy recorders (Zoom and Tascam) are able to work that way. Just get a 3.5mm jack cable (male-to-male) and connect the recorder's headphone jack to the camera's microphone jack. You should be able to record directly into camera while controlling the input signal with the recorder (you can even phantom power the mic through the recorder).

@andrewp1513 5 жыл бұрын

I’m wondering what the advantage of purchasing a Beachtek is, for example, if you already had a Zoom recorder? Is it just form factor?

@brianesquinas 7 жыл бұрын

4th! :D Thank you for the guides! keep `em coming!

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bae!

@brianesquinas 7 жыл бұрын

DSLR Video Shooter I thought I was already subscribed. Oh well. SUBBED

@mtollin2002 5 жыл бұрын

Caleb, great stuff. Have you ever tried apogee jam or irig pro (supposed ot be much better quality than pre). do they work with same rode adaptor? best

@asandovalhatchet 7 жыл бұрын

That was super helpful!

@schtickmusicgroupllc8452 3 жыл бұрын

Can you record music at better quality into the camera with these preamps? Love your channel btw!

@skakdosmer 2 жыл бұрын

They do help. But I’d record music to a separate recorder. Like the MixPre3. Much better sound!

@solarishi48 7 жыл бұрын

Why don't you recommend audio recorders such as zoom h4n pro or h5 which is also could be used as preamps for your camera + it's recording sound. I am new to sound world, so please explain

@BZDevile 7 жыл бұрын

+1 I would like to see recorders added to this kind of comparisons. I understand the H4N Pro and H5 have very good preamps, pretty close to the JuicedLink.

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Many audio recorders won't give you as clean of preamps compared to these dedicated preamps. Also, if you just want to improve your audio quality without needing a recorder, a preamp can do that for you.

@joebuslife9275 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Caleb I was wondering if you could check out the new Saramonic line of pre amps specifically the Pax1 (only $100) and maybe the Pax2. I just got the Beachtek and I'm wondering how they compare on noise and battery life and if they still can do safety tracks etc. Thx

@dillonjohnson7833 4 жыл бұрын

Wow what the fuck. Bro you’re tests are fucking phenomenal.

@Nqrgaard 7 жыл бұрын

I have a NTG-3 and the GH5 and considering the iRig to get the audio straight in to the camera and for a light setup. I also have the old version of the Rode Videomic. Which setup would be best? Later I want the Tascam DR-60 Mark2 for a heavier setup

@Jkforrealz 5 жыл бұрын

Question. I have a Rode NTG-2. Now that the Saramonic Mix Mic is $148 on Amazon instead of $200+, making the both of them the same price. Which would you prefer, Beachtek DXA Micro Pro vs. the Saramonic Mix Mic? (I don't care about the mic that comes with the Saramonic since I have my own.) Thanks and great video as always!

@truthhunter2718 5 жыл бұрын

Bro can I use pream with condenser mic?

@iancraig 7 жыл бұрын

The Saramonic Smartrig+ isn't great with a Tascam DR5 but works well with a Zoom H1. The Tascam produces a load of ticking noises, like digital interference when connected to the Smartrig. Zoom is quiet. Deciding on levels on the Smartrig and the recorder can be tricky as far as noise goes. Each produces noise and I try to use headphones to check the noise coming from the Saramonic, direct first, before then checking the noise out of the Zoom. It can be a balancing act if you want extremely low noise. Some kind of input meter would have been nice on the Saramonic.

@aureliosoares4746 7 жыл бұрын

I'm sad to read that. I was planning on using my Tascam DR-05 as a pre-amp for my 80D. Any thoughts about how it will perform? I would plug the lav mic directly into the recorder.

@iancraig 7 жыл бұрын

Lav mic directly into the recorder works well. Not sure about plugging the output from the dr05 into the input of the camera though. Personally, I use the dr05 for all of the soundtrack and just sync it with the camera soundtrack and then switch the camera off altogether if I'm not using a shotgun for quick stuff. I'm lazy, and simply leave the recorder running in my pocket and when I'm about to film, I do a few claps so both camera and recorder can be easily synced later on. That means that you're totally unaware of the recorder and don't need to fiddle around with it while filming. The other 'bonus' is that you can 'accidentally' capture some nice spoken moments that weren't filmed, but still plant them into your film later. I find that going that can really light up a film in the 'deader' spots!! The Smartrig problem is a pain because I also like to use a 48v condenser mic. I noticed that line in is missing from the DR05 manual so some kind of interface would be needed. The DR40 has a line in so that's OK and the incredible Zoom 1 is also fine. Just the DR05 I'm afraid!!

@aureliosoares4746 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'll try to plug the output from the DE-05 and if it blows, I'll do just like you said. Again, thank you.

@iancraig 7 жыл бұрын

I don't think that it will blow. I am going to try using an attenuator before the recorder to see if that reduces the noise. It may just be that the output is too much for the Tascam since it is only a mike input. Just bought a passive attenuator to try out.

@stephencullen441 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your video. I am a complete beginner and have purchased an inexpensive camera. I hope to produce music and video for KZfaq. What is your opinion of the Tascam DR-60 or the Marantz PMD 602A camera interace? Again, thank you for your great productions and expertise. Stephen Cullen

@irshhadsheikh 6 жыл бұрын

Is it necessary to get a preamp for run gun indie filmmaking...or having a zoom h1 recorder with rode video mic pro should be fine

@brandontemple20 4 жыл бұрын

would it be a waste of time to run a rode link receiver thru a beachtek or is it pretty much the same output. Thanks!

@antoninolongo9774 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Caleb, i know this video is a bit older but i'm a young(Ok young maybe not but definitely a noobie haha) film maker and i'm looking for a sound recording solution. I need your pro opinion on this one since i'm watching all your reviews btw great content, keep going. Unfortunately i'm also on a budget and i wanted to ask if i should rather invest/buy in a Saramonic smallrig+ or record on a external recorder like the Tascam dr-40 witch is pretty affordable for a 2 xlr inputs. My intentions are to use it on a boompole with a Rode Nt2. What is the most versatile and audio quality pick. Tank you Caleb ✊

@antoninolongo9774 6 жыл бұрын

Forgot to mention that in that case i have to use my phone to record. So is it not a pain in the A$$ if i need to clamp both on the boom pole. I mean if the sound quality is better than yeah i would!

@ratonstubey1306 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a way to split the XLR input on the Beachtech so you can get 2 xlr inputs into it?

@stephencullen441 4 жыл бұрын

Is the Saramonic iRig Plus compatible with Protools video editing software? Thank you. Stephen Cullen

@arhon888 4 ай бұрын

If I got a Zoom F3 would its onboard preamp do a comparable job?

@RyanGproductions1 7 жыл бұрын

This is a day late.. Dangit. I just bought 3 of these.. The Beachtek DXA-MICRO PRO, The Saramonic SR-PAX2, and the Saramonic SmartRig+. I was going to do a test and see which one worked best.. I guess I will find out tomorrow when they come. Great review Caleb. As always thanks for testing these. I WISH you would test them RIGHT into the cameras, not through an additional recorder (which would change the amount of hiss IMO). Also the battery life of the SR-PAX2 is about 1/2 of the SmartRig+.. Did you test the battery life?

@dslrvideoshooter 7 жыл бұрын

Ah! Sorry Ryan! I did test them straight into the camera. They were recorded on a Canon 6D.

@RyanGproductions1 7 жыл бұрын

Ok sweet.. Thanks.. I know you usually test into recorders.. I appreciate the feedback.. I am doing a big test on a bunch of mics and these preamps as well. Not sure if it's going to go well, but I just need to NOT have to sync audio in post and I think the preamps might do the trick.

@RyanGproductions1 7 жыл бұрын

Also I gotta imagine the battery life on the Smart Rig+ is way better than the others, and being 9V what a pain those can be.