Rode VideoMic Me-L | Best Microphone For iPhone's & iPad's

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Rode VideoMic Me-L: bhpho.to/2PNS44t
In this video review, we are taking a closer look at the new VideoMic Me-L from Rode. This is an updated version to the original VideoMic Me and now includes a new lighting connector instead of an audio jack. With the removal of the audio jack on the iPhone 7 series and up and now reportedly the 2018 iPad pro line up. This powerful little microphone is now once again compatible with iPhone's. In this video, we do a quick visual comparison and talk about its new features. This video also includes sample audio with the Rode VideoMic Me=L with an iPhone 8 Plus. This microphone is compatible with all iPhone's and iPad's that have a lightning connector. This has to be one of the best microphones for vlogging with your iPhone, its small, easy to use and has great audio quality.
Rode VideoMic Me-L: bhpho.to/2PNS44t
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@GadgetTrish 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this. I had no idea this was even out.

@MissMellyVee 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, mine just came in the mail, watching your review really made it so easy for me....thanks hon

@mrsecretary400 3 жыл бұрын

I purchased a Rode Mic Me-L. One word: AMAZING! I even made a video reviewing it although my channel is all about teaching English! That’s how much I loved it 😅

@englishwithaltini 3 жыл бұрын

Where’s the video?

@mrsecretary400 3 жыл бұрын

@@englishwithaltini apologies, I deleted all my videos as I decided to stop producing new videos.

@MightyMonk360 2 жыл бұрын

Nice 🚀

@keitholsen8787 6 жыл бұрын

I presently use the Rode VideoMicro with the shock mount, my main camera right now is Gopro Hero 5. May need to look into this for a future investment.

@OpenDGuitar 4 жыл бұрын

Just tried it out on iPad mini5 with Lumafusion...worked very well!

@MikiYork 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice, gonna get this for my iPhone 11 set up. Cheers

@CoachBay 5 жыл бұрын

Great review. The 8 Plus with the Videomic has dramatically better sound. Wow! Glad my Videomic Me-L is on the way. I can't wait!

@AirPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

Nice 👍

@Vandan9166 4 жыл бұрын

great video. I've watched similar videos and yours is the best I've seen. good job.

@fishin2themax245 6 жыл бұрын

Always great info on new products! Super job!

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching

@JamieMarshallMusician 4 жыл бұрын

thanks! Very informative and helpful.

@unrelaim8056 5 жыл бұрын

❗️nice I was thinking about buying it!!

@dannydelasoultv 5 жыл бұрын

thank you for posting &&& really want to buy this!

@ethan073 4 жыл бұрын

Sold! This actually sounds pretty darn good! It blows the Shure MV88+ out of the water.

@mongopoe5099 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you!

@AirPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it

@revwill826 4 жыл бұрын

Great review. Thanks.

@georgepintilie8647 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. I was wondering if there was a setting or something to setup audio, but plug & play is awesome. thanks for touching on that in your video.

@AirPhotography 4 жыл бұрын

Great I’m glad you found my video helpful

@rabintamangg 4 жыл бұрын

Can we used this in gopro ?

@hakamsalahuddin7281 5 жыл бұрын

You said durning the video that the mic could be fitted with a foam windscreen...which ones do you suggest?

@mattcheplic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a very clear, informative video.

@leadfromthefront9142 5 жыл бұрын

Good video been scoping this and will probably pick it up soon

@johnhuron5989 5 жыл бұрын

Maybe I missed it. Powered by the phone? Any control over input volume?

@hugoboss1084 2 жыл бұрын

Great review thank you for the video

@brandonhuitron 3 жыл бұрын

Hello I was wondering what tripod you are using to make the video it is good.

@gjbfoto 4 жыл бұрын

Could you post a link to the smaller noise diffuser you were talking about. Great video.Thanks

@JustinPulitzerTrades 5 жыл бұрын

Which is the 3rd party foam cover you mentioned?

@bugperson4853 2 жыл бұрын

Are these mics able to be used for filmmaking in indoor and outdoor settings?

@tomgoffnett5624 Жыл бұрын

Very good demonstration. Thank you very much.

@pierrebiege 3 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much for the review 💯 Do you know if this will also work with instagram Live?

@JagSRK 5 жыл бұрын

Does it work with a Gimbal like Zhiyuan Smooth 4?

@hustlebudgetglow 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, there great video! I need to record my voice to do a voiceover for a video I filmed what app should I use with my new rode mic to record because voice memos on the iPhone does not work when I plug my rode mic in the port.

@buschovski1 5 жыл бұрын

I love this mic though. Not great but vocals sound pretty good on GarageBand

@Nediam20 4 жыл бұрын

Do you think I can use the normal headphone jack one and use and adaptor for my iphone?

@ASSADZMANFILMS 5 жыл бұрын

I gave this to my friend and she uses it for her iphone8 plus and it's always keeps falling off,any suggestions to make it stay on

@AboveYourCap 5 жыл бұрын

Can this mic connects to a lighting extension without affecting the quality of recording (have headset connected already)? Trying to get 2-3 feet from the device so won’t be blind..

@BMTVMeditationandSleep 3 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome review thank you, do you think it would be any good for ambient recordings, streams, fountains, nature kind of stuff?

@AirPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

It would work good if you’re pointing at the direction that you want to record, like to pick up a river sound. Sometimes an Omni directional microphone would work better if you want to capture a complete environment. But this would work just fine

@BMTVMeditationandSleep 3 жыл бұрын

@@AirPhotography Thats great! thank you so much for your time and help, Im actually going to buy one tomorrow as it looks incredible value for money.

@TeamJoshHD 5 жыл бұрын

Will this plug right into my iPhone XR?

@mariocomeq1961 4 жыл бұрын

1.- don't know if this mic will do the job to register my lesson at the university. My phone is not an Apple. 2.. Which app would you recommend me to control the sound 3. Thanks

@iyabonita 4 жыл бұрын

Can you use this or the Rode Videomicro for skype calls? And if so will you be able to hear the other person while the mic is also plugged in? Thanks a bunch in advance.

@Iegend17 3 жыл бұрын

I have it but sounds cuts out for a 1 or 2 seconds. My sound just mutes. Any idea why. And there is some distortion. Can you help?

@hkad6252 3 ай бұрын

I have one and it is great. Can I connect it to a Mac/PC with a lightning to USB adapter?

@bebekfoodchannel894 4 жыл бұрын

Hi can I use the audio port to plug in a boya by-m1 mic? Thanks in advance

@Tshikaa Жыл бұрын

Hi Can the older version of the video mic me be used with a jack adaptor to record apert of the iphone

@ShaunPettigrew 3 жыл бұрын

Thansk for the review. Really appreciated. Do you have a go to foam cover as said within the video? Couldn’t see in description!

@AirPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

I just use a furry dead cat style when protector that comes with it

@MsCaldwell2U 5 жыл бұрын

say your using your phone or ipad to record a video but also need that port for your screen as your view finder how do you plug all of that in

@sourtaco1115 6 жыл бұрын

You need more subscribers.

@Haecc 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for your awesome video! Do you think this Mic Me-L will be compatible with the Zhiyun Smooth Q? Thanks!

@avgreview1611 5 жыл бұрын

Chloe Choi The Mic Me-L is only compatible with apple products!

@user-nt5hp4nz3s 3 жыл бұрын

If I use the zoom application with this, will I be able to hear both the other party's sound and the title sound with earphones??

@palaceofbrilliance6164 3 жыл бұрын

which one were u using while u recorded this video ( except for when u tested the L one)

@funnyanimalslife6232 2 жыл бұрын

What microphone is good for iPhone now?

@corydreyerfishing8700 4 жыл бұрын

Does this work with a case attached to phone?

@LaCoraStephens 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@DisneyMarkUK 5 жыл бұрын

Hi there. Do you think this will help with the Instagram story click I get on the start of every story I post? Thanks.

@MrGurkanify 2 жыл бұрын

hello i am wondering if you can plug in the opposite side ?

@JohnJackson31 5 жыл бұрын

what are some smaller foam cover options?

@henrysaputra2340 3 жыл бұрын

I’m using spigen ultra hybrid case on my iphone 11. Will it bother? Can it be attached with the case on

@thekingdons2869 4 жыл бұрын

Will this mic work with the 2020 I pad pro ?

@Ronaldinhoooo 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know if this works on GarageBand?? I need help please thank u

@johnny888ify 4 жыл бұрын

Do they work with phone cover?

@ammaar432 5 жыл бұрын

Does the link in the description come with a deadcat??!

@kirkboquilamusic 4 жыл бұрын

This may be a dumb question but are you able to connect this to a NON APPLE device?

@rickmasters818 6 жыл бұрын

Great video: can you or anyone offer a way to connect the microphone on an iPhone 8+ mounted on a zhiyun smooth4 gimbal? Many thanks. This will be perfect as I am setting up to travel filming with my iPhone & need a good microphone setup

@anonamos6086 3 жыл бұрын

Are there any adapters for iPhones with OtterBox cases?

@AntonioClaudioMichael 6 жыл бұрын

Good video

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching 👍

@SonicVibe Жыл бұрын

So does this work with a phone or iPad case on ?

@MattiaFranzini 4 жыл бұрын

its possible to put on old iphone SE?

@SamMorganOfficial 5 жыл бұрын

Could anyone let me know a type of iPhone 8 case that is compatible with this mic? Thanks

@FamilyofTech 6 жыл бұрын

Do you Also use your iPhone to take the thumbnails? Do you use any other program for the thumbnails besides the iphone?

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I use my iPhone to film all my videos and to take promo photos including thumbnail. I then added them in Snapseed To fine-tune them and add text

@FamilyofTech 6 жыл бұрын

@@AirPhotography thanks , never heard of snapseed before. I'm always amazed at how good your videos are with just a phone.

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah the iPhones even Samsung’s have pretty good 4K video nowadays. And definitely check out Snapseed it’s a great little app and the best part is it’s free 👍

@FamilyofTech 6 жыл бұрын

@@AirPhotography Thanks. I try to learn from you because I love your videos, not sure if I'm succeeding because I dont get subs, but I'm trying. Thanks

@scottlinder1485 4 жыл бұрын

I tried the Me-L with my DJI gimbal. The mic interfered with the gimbal and made it difficult to balance my phone. I traded it for the original version ($20 less) and it worked really well. I couldn’t hear a difference in sound between the two mics. Also, the Video Mic Me-L doesn’t work with a phone case that surrounds the lightning port on the phone .

@tenhomebuyers5313 4 жыл бұрын

Scott Linder Which DJI Mobile? I have the dji mobile 3. Will that not work.

@scottlinder1485 4 жыл бұрын

TEN Home Buyers I have the Mobile 3

@tatamibox 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, quick question, seeing as the microphone is pointed towards behind the phone, how well would it pick up the voices of people in front of you?

@AirPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

Because this is a shotgun style microphone it is designed to Pick up audio that it pointed at And illuminate a lot of background noise. So in that situation you would need to flip the microphone around and pointing it at the subject. Optionally you can get a Omni directional microphone and that way picks up audio from all directions equally

@KubikCv Жыл бұрын

is it mono or stereo?

@benec5816 6 жыл бұрын

Do you think they will bring a Samsung one out as well love your info stay safe

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

A usb-c one Would be very nice as well. But Samsung’s can continue to use the older model as it still has a audio jack 👍

5 жыл бұрын

Where i can buy?

@eri7-11 3 жыл бұрын

Where is the foam cover for this link please

@twizzyrichofficial 2 жыл бұрын

I threw my laptop away when I found this mic and got FL studio mobile and never looked back. You can use Voloco After you export the beat for auto tune this mic is no cap the shit.

@BrekMartin 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :) I have one on the way. Do you use iMovie on the iPhone to edit this video together?

@AirPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

I used LumaFusion for this video. But I use iMovie quite a bit for simple projects. The first half of all my KZfaq videos were edited in iMovie on my iPhone.

@BrekMartin 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. It’s supposed to arrive Monday. Looking forward to trying it out.

@theurbanartist775 4 жыл бұрын

Air Photography I use iMovie as well. What would be the next upgrade for IOS? iMovie is okay, but it’s time to set up for my drone channel. Howie C Stylez!!!! Also would you recommend this mic for an iPad Pro? I think the iPad will be my best choice for vlogging until I can afford the best camera. I was looking at Asako, Campark, Hero 5’s but it would be stupid to use those over and iPad Pro unless I get a really good camera. Thanks 🙏

@ExpediteTravels 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video I just dumped my iPhone 7 for the Note 9 I didn't know rhode made cellphone microphones 🤔🤯👍👍🇨🇦

@kenshiromilesvt.7037 5 жыл бұрын

Why did you downgrade?

@ExpediteTravels 5 жыл бұрын

@@kenshiromilesvt.7037 I don't look at it as a down grade I like the android system better

@andyk7565 4 жыл бұрын

Isn't that a lot of pressure for the lightning port? I have had two go out on me because I tug too hard on the charging cable. This looks very taxing for the charging port.

@anhonestreviewer7015 2 жыл бұрын

No, because the microphone is super light in terms of weight.

@chxr.79 4 жыл бұрын

so you just simply plug it in and its fine?

@Iegend17 3 жыл бұрын

Does it work if you have a case on your phone ?

@AirPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Yes as long as it’s not an overly thick case

@ALEXONLIFE 5 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know, is this a Stereo mic or a mono? Thanks

@KenMarchantTV 5 жыл бұрын

It's a mono mic.

@AjithKumarJain 2 жыл бұрын

When I use this mic I get lot of electronic interference I turned my phone to airplane mode as well still didn’t resolve this

@ikzzaj4588 4 жыл бұрын

Does anybody know is this mic is compatible with ipad 7th gen?

@denisetanpropertystrategist 4 жыл бұрын

Hi do I need an additional app or software to use the videomic?

@AirPhotography 4 жыл бұрын

No you do not. Just plug in the microphone and the onboard microphone will automatically be disabled

@Philipmichaelmusic915 3 жыл бұрын

Does this mic work for FaceTime watts app zoom calls? Or only for live or recordings?

@AirPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

You can use it for anything that requires microphone on your iPhone

@martinwsavill444 4 жыл бұрын

Would this be good for filming car sounds/ exhaust?

@AirPhotography 4 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed

@MasconLeather 4 жыл бұрын

I need to constantly have a charger while I record with my rode. Suggestions for an adaptor to charge AND and have rode connected simultaneously?

@BikeTall 4 жыл бұрын

I am thinking of getting one of these to use with my iphone 11 pro. But if i do, i also want to use it with my 11” ipad pro when doing voiceovers while editing video. But the ipad pro uses usb-c. Is there an adapter that will enable me to use it on my ipad pro?

@anhonestreviewer7015 2 жыл бұрын

There is a usb c version.

@nextgengaming074 6 жыл бұрын

Rode videomicro or video mic me L? Which is better in terms of sound quality

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

I had been using the old one for all my voiceover is that I do for KZfaq. The last week I have been using the new one and I would have to say they are very similar I have not noticed any differences

@capt.barbossa3479 5 жыл бұрын

hey nice vid, but do they make this similar to use on a latest/newer GoPro camera...?

@wondreal 5 жыл бұрын

Air Photography do you feel for the price range have you researched other mics that are compatible with micme L

@AirPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

I haven’t played around with many other lightning and able to Mike’s just due to the fact the other ones on the market are Omni directional which are great for certain situations but mainly my usage is a shotgun style directional microphone to cut out background noise. I may try some of the other Mikes that are available and do reviews on them in the near future

@joeluis2455 5 жыл бұрын

So if i buy this one. It can not be used with any other devices? Not even with a lightning to 3.5 adapter

@jaxw2628 5 жыл бұрын

No idiot

@Lutzboater 6 жыл бұрын

Are you aware of any adaptor cable that would allow you to continue to use the original mic with an iPhone 8?

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

I have not tried it but theoretically the lightning to headphone adapter that comes with the newer iPhones should allow it to work. However you have the trouble of how to mount it

@bobgrimmick4590 4 жыл бұрын

Air Photography nice

@travista4093 2 жыл бұрын

Does the fuzzy thing get in the way of the camera any time?

@AirPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

No it does not unless you’re using the ultra wide lens, it may perhaps but I don’t film in Ultra Wide myself So I’ve never tested that

@PassiveIncomeTips.Travis 2 жыл бұрын

@@AirPhotography Just bought mine and using it on my upcoming video. It didn't get in the way on my iphone at least. Eventually I'll get a pro camera but for now this is great on iphone!

@brianthomas3354 6 жыл бұрын

I wonder if it is possible to squeeze that into the Osmo mobile with the phone.

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

I have tried with the mobile 2 And I found the phone doesn’t clamp in very securely. It does fit other gimbals though

@brianthomas3354 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the reply. Yes I have the first version of the Osmo mobile, but I think it might be to tight to fit. Hard to tell unless it you have everything in front of you.

@fotoworkshop_stuttgart 6 жыл бұрын

how war wer you away from the mic wen speeking into it?

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

About a foot

@jaxw2628 5 жыл бұрын

(About 1/3 meter)

@halshazly 5 жыл бұрын

Can this mic work with the new DJI Pocket? Thanks

@AirPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure I don’t have my pocket yet to test with. I will definitely test at once it arrives after the 15th

@Steelb-rg6to 5 жыл бұрын

No it wouldn't I believe. If it has a mic in the older version would work along with any other Jack mic. The pocket has lightening port in order to use the phone as a screen I belive. Hope that helps.

@buschovski1 5 жыл бұрын

I got a new iPad Pro not knowing it doesn’t have a lighting port. It has usb c. I was gonna use this mic with it. Can’t find an adapter with usb c with lighting port.

@SonicVibe Жыл бұрын

Nope and new one have no headphone Jack they get worse the more new ones ya get

@connerwilliams5945 4 жыл бұрын

Anybody know how to get good video quality from an iPhone XR Because he is using an 8+ with great quality

@annabellerawlinson 3 жыл бұрын

Will this work with a phone case on?

@AirPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

If it’s a thin case it should work.

@wondreal 6 жыл бұрын

Does work with DJI OSMO Mobile Good Mic, okay instructions, returning it Overall the Mic is good and connects well to the lightning port on my iPhone X. I couldn't find anywhere how to use the clip properly or what it even was for until I searched and found a photo of it in use. Sounds good and is much better than the internal mic however it will not work for my intended use as it doesnt work with the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 as I had hoped for.

@AirPhotography 6 жыл бұрын

It does work with some Gimbals. However I did test it with the Osmo mobile 2 And it prevents the phone from clipping in all the way and can easily fall out

@wondreal 6 жыл бұрын

Air Photography that’s a major issue for me thanks!

@wrongway2001 5 жыл бұрын

I was just about to order one myself but as I use an Osmo Mobile 2 it's ruling it out. Shame.

@wondreal 5 жыл бұрын

wrongway2001 is there any mic small like rode micme L compatible with OSMO mobile

@wondreal 5 жыл бұрын

wrongway2001 if find mic that work with OSMO 2 will let me know thanks!

@eri7-11 3 жыл бұрын

But you boosted the gain right because the sound out of these mics are small. Did you add any limiting, noise reduction and/or limiting? Because if people buy this and don't realize you need to add all that they will think this is monkey doodoo

@AirPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

All audio samples are raw as they are captured no adjusting done

@eri7-11 3 жыл бұрын

@@AirPhotography OMG wow thank you!!!!!