Saramonic SmartRig+ Audio Adapter Mixer Review

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Saramonic’s SmartRig+ is a compact, light weight adapter which allows you to record professional grade XLR and 3.5mm microphones directly to your camera or smart phone. Pretty impressive little device for a very good price.
Could be a good option for run 'n gun shooting, musicians who want to record guitar and vocals, and those on a tight budget who want to add higher quality audio to their production.
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Gear used or mentioned in this episode:
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Saramonic SmartRig+ Audio Adapter/Mixer
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Aputure Deity Shotgun Microphone
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RODE VC1 3.5mm Extension Cable (10 feet)
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Aputure Light Storm LS1s LED Panel Light (for backdrop and hair light)
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Aputure Light Storm COB 120d LED Light (for talking head shot)
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Aputure Light Dome Soft Box for COB 120d Light (soft light for the talking head shot)
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Panasonic GH4 m4/3 Camera
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Panasonic Lumix 12-35mm f/2.8 Lens
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Copyright 2017 by Curtis Judd
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@supervocal614 3 года назад

Honestly, I watched most of your videos. This is one of the best, very open and natural sounding. Not too close to the ear (overly clean) which can make people hard to understand the words. I've always found the ad converter in phones and laptops superb.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

👍

@jares317 3 года назад

Great review, Curtis! 4 years later and this is still relevant. I have a (probably dumb) question: can I use all 4 inputs (the two 3.5 mm with the XLR inputs) at the same time? I wanted to buy a 4 channel recorder, but the Zoom H6 is just too expensive.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Hi Jares, thanks. No, I believe just 2 at a time.

@artjohnson01 7 лет назад

Thanks for this review Curtis. After viewing this and Caleb Pike's review I decided to try the Saramonic Smart Rig+. I'd been having trouble with the levels on the iPhone even with a good mic. "There was just no there there." Boosting the audio in post with Audacity increased the volume, but didn't really add "life" to it. Saramonic to the rescue. Nice clear audio with the extra sauce or "punch" that was missing from the iPhone audio. Thanks again for all you do.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Great to hear it Art! Good to hear from you!

@FlyLifeWorldwide Год назад

I have 2 dynamic XLR but only one records on the right channel and not both. Is there something I’m doing wrong? It’s on mono setting.

@RallenMan 7 лет назад

Excellent review. I will use this in a class I am teaching to show students how they can get good audio without breaking the bank. Only additional Con from me is no limiters but if it had them it would double the price so this is a case of setting proper gain structure to minimize any chance of clipping.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Good point. I was impressed for what it is.

@Triforcefilms 7 лет назад

Very clean and concise. Thank you. I picked one up upon your approval.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks and I hope it works well for you!

@adimology 3 года назад

Hi again Curtis, how are you? I hope you and your family stay healthy and safe :) I have more questions for you :D I want to make an ASMR mukbang video using two microphones (Samson C02 in pair). I already have Audio Interface Mixer Yamaha AG06 which served me well these two years. The problem is, I need something simpler like Smartrig+ for my video since I just have to put both mics on it and turn on the camera without putting it into my mixer > recorder and sync it in post. I know I can use my mixer output directly into my camera mic input but as you expected, electrical noise from different power sources. My concern with Smartrig+ is, Will I lose sound quality by using it, or will it introduce more noise? (since my mic self noise already high) Thanks in advance!

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Hi adimology, Good question. It is hard to say how the audio quality will compare to your mixer, but this is decent. It isn't as good as my Sound Devices MixPre or ZOOM F6 recorders/mixers, but better than some of the lowest priced consumer grade products.

@TechReflex 6 лет назад

Why are pieces of cloth stuffed into the bass ports of those KRK Rokits?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Long story, but the short version is that lower-end monitors like the KRK Rokits tend to get a little crazy in terms of bass because the ports resonate at a fixed frequency and in my relatively small room, that creates issues. I have a couple of older videos on this if you're interested: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BbEL_h7XJT8.html

@rmanning4 Год назад

Thank you Curtis. You give the bed into and videos. I have learned a lot from your interviews. 👍👍🙌🙌

@curtisjudd Год назад

👍

@steven_charles 2 года назад

Curtis, awesome video! Two questions, since the 3.5mm plus is TRRS, will this still work with a mirrorless camera? I thought most cameras only work with TRS plugs and second, is there a difference with using this setup compared to using the line out from a ZOOM H4 recorder?

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

Thanks. Yes, this can be switched to camera mode to operate as a TRS output for cameras using its TRRS connector. This is smaller, and simpler to use vs. a handy recorder.

@takaliuang 3 года назад

Can I connect with Mixing Consoles using the XLR main

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

No, this is just mic level input.

@HussardTV 5 лет назад

As soon as I plug this preamp on the FUJI XT 3 I have some audio pulse, the sound is like hatched. I d'ont have this issue with my Nikon, I don't know what to do, I have the last 2.1 firmware update and i set the audio correctly (I've tried many configs).

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Hi Hussard TV, might be worth contacting Fuji to get their insights.

@HussardTV 5 лет назад

@@curtisjudd Yes I will, I'm not the only one in that case. Someone recommend me to try a standard TRS cable so TRRS adaptor.

@usernamenotvisibIe 3 года назад

Crazy Hypothetical: Curtis, you got my brain doing all kinds of spinning...and I'm coming up with a crazy hypothetical that I hope you might be able to shine your knowledge on. Here's a boom rig I'm concocting in my head: NTG3 connected to the Saramonic SmartRig Plus...connected to the new Zoom F2 with 32 bit float recording (or even the Tascam DR10L)...all rigged on a boom pole. Is it naive of me to think this would work well and provide great sound for independent film? I'm thinking the 32 bit float would help my cause in this case...what do you think? Would there be an unbalanced signal issue here? Maybe something other than the Saramonic work best for this purpose? Please advise.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Hi Javier, the Saramonic would be the dynamic range limiting factor in this signal chain. But you could still make decent recordings with that setup, will just need to optimize your gain level.

@RogerBenito 4 года назад

Hello Curtis, you see, I have a rode procaster and a lumix g7, and I want to simplify the work a bit, as you can see the ratio of gain and noise, I have seen in the video that it hardly introduces hiss and I wanted to ask you what gain you have in the gh4 and if you recommend me to buy this product greetings from Spain.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi Roger, I set the gain in the camera to -12dB, it’s lowest setting.

@RogerBenito 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd Thank.

@artemorbid 5 лет назад

Hello Curtis, I have the single channel version of this Saramonic and although the headphone jack is on there, I can't monitor my sound while recording on my phone, you mentioned at 2:00 so this monitoring only works with cameras? let me know if I'm doing something wrong? Thanks

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Hi aretemorbid, It's been a while since the review and I don't have the SmartRig+ on hand to test it at this point, but I thought it would allow monitoring while recording, but NOT playback from the phone. I think your best bet would be to contact Saramonic support to confirm. Sorry I couldn't help more and best wishes!

@artemorbid 5 лет назад

@@curtisjudd Sounds good man!!! Awesome reviews by the way, I love your channel and I'm always here to get gear recommendations and information. Thank you.

@masilom12 5 месяцев назад

Hey Curtis is it advisable to use all the inputs(4)? 2XLR’s and and 2 Lav mics?

@curtisjudd 5 месяцев назад

No, just use what you need.

@danieldougan269 2 года назад

Hey Curtis - great review. I have an Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. Would you recommend this device or a recorder like the LS-100 for event coverage like a wedding? Is it risky to use a 3.5mm cable to connect an XLR device to a camera instead of something like the XLR-1 adapter on the GH5 that connects through the hotshoe? I already have a Zoom H1 recorder, and I just got a Tascam DR-10L to try it out. I know XLR is a necessity for some kinds of work, but is it really necessary for this kind of work? I was only thinking of using my camera's audio with a 3.5mm shotgun mic for scratch and ambient audio, but I'm no expert as to whether that's a good idea.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

The main advantage of XLR cables is that you can run longer cables with less risk of picking up interference. If you’re not having that issue, then keep doing what you’re doing. Another reason to switch is to use higher quality microphones.

@TheVedicWayChannel 7 лет назад

Thanks for the video. Do you know of a portable recorder with XLR that will be ideal for dynamic mics? no phantom power, and lots of clean gain.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Yes, the Tascam DR-60DmkII is impressive and usually less than $200 USD: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TRoIMPHS91U.html

@zurvey 6 лет назад

I've watched countless videos on this, yours is BY FAR the best. You are head and shoulders above your peers here on RU-vid. It's a like and a subscribe from me.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks, very much appreciate that!

@hassansajid410 2 года назад

Thanks a lot for the review! I've got a question. I covered a workshop recently and I connected my canon m50 directly to the sound mixer (3.5mm to 1/4" TRS Cable). I got the sound but the hiss was coming with it as well quite significantly. Even when you used the Saramonic Smartrig in this video with the shure and the other mic, there was quite a bit of hissing sound. What can be done there to avoid it the next time?

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

I haven't used the m50 before so I don't know if it is that which is creating the hiss in your case, but the biggest thing one can do is use a higher quality recorder/mixer. And high quality cables. Saramonic is not know for it's amazingly clean preamplifiers or outputs.

@RayOrtega 7 лет назад

Good stuff as always, Curtis. I really like this little device and another use great use case would be for lav mics into a smartphone for interviews. I get this question from podcasters and iRig has a great solution but it's one drawback is the lack of ability to split the channels. Do you know if the split channels (stereo) option works the same into a smartphone? Be curious if there's an app that recognizes the split. I guess I should let Sarmonic send me one of these;)

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks Ray, yes, good point. Good little mixer for interviews for sure. I'll need to double check on whether the stereo split feature works for phones. I think that most smartphone mic inputs are mono but I'll double check - good question!

@RayOrtega 7 лет назад

Ah yes, the input may indeed be the stopper. That'd be a bummer but not shocking since they are built for voice.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Confirmed, with my iPhone 7 plus, I just get a mono feed from the SmartRig+. I'm betting the phone only supports mono input.

@RayOrtega 7 лет назад

Thanks, Curtis! Makes sense, still a bummer but glad we know!

@RallenMan 7 лет назад

Ray Ortega The TRRS 3.5mm I/O port (headphone jack) on iPhones and I think all other smartphones supports two headphone level outputs (L & R), and one mic level input, so mono input only. iPhones can take stereo input only through the Lightning connector from a digital preamp like a MixPre-D or other USB capable device.

@were2man 4 года назад

Mr Curtis, 1. how to check the mic specs if can be supported by this interface/adapter since there is limit in the gain setting? Does that mean this concern only apply to condenser mic, not the dynamic mics? Or still need this type of device to adjust the gain even for dynamic mics to boost the audio signal to camera or phone? There are videos about connecting a dynamic mics to a phone via XLR to TRS adapter cable but have question whether the audio signal are enough to be recorded with no (phantom?) power. 2. Could you advise any good and simple or 2 channels mixer/interface (example Behringer Xenyx 802 and Yamaha MG06)? Thanks

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi Joshua, 1) This interface will be fine for MOST condenser microphones in terms of its ability to provide enough gain. It will not be ok for many dynamic microphones because they generally require MORE gain. 2) I like the Mackie VLZ4 mixers - purely analogue mixers. If you need one that has a USB output, I'm not as familiar with those. You might check Ray Ortega's channel for details on those. Best wishes!

@juneaftn 6 лет назад

I see there are two 3.5mm jacks above XLR jacks. They seem to be 3.5mm microphone input. If so, do they provide plug-in power? What voltage? I couldn't find that information anywhere.

@LearnLightAndSoundSessions 6 лет назад

Hi June, they are microphone inputs and provide plugin power (3-5V). These will be useful for most lavalier microphones.

@juneaftn 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@TheDIYFilmmaker Год назад

Do you think this device would be able to power with its phantom power to the Cloudlifter, so that I can connect a Shure SM7B direct to my DSLR camera? Cheers!

@curtisjudd Год назад

Yes

@SalsaBailaProductions 7 лет назад

Does this unit do exactly what the tascam d60 does... in regards to feeding the input signal into the camera?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Yes, but is not quite as configurable. Though the Saramonic does support smartphones which you would need an adapter to do the same with the Tascam.

@steven_charles 2 года назад

Hey Curtis, just wanted to get on here and say thanks for the information in this video. I just got one and so far I'm really happy with the sound quality it produces with my MKE 600 going right into my camera.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

🙏👍

@samartography 6 лет назад

Hi Curtis, I hope you well. I wanted to ask if I purchase the Saramonic Smartrig £23 preamp, will it make a good difference in my audio. Plus as I decided to keep the Rode Videomic and whilst recording into a Zoom H1 o was wondering if this is possible to use with my setup and whether if it will make a difference? Thank you.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi Samar, If you are recording with a VideoMic to Zoom H1, you're set to go. No need to add this. Best wishes!

@yuriajones 3 года назад

Curtis, I know this is an older video, but I wonder if you'd recommend this device for recording a two-person interview where each subject will have their own lavalier mics. I would love the flexibility of adjusting (boosting or attenuating) levels per mic and this seems to fit the bill. Or maybe there's another device that you'd recommend? Thanks.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Hi Yuri, yes, among the budget options, this is still a decent pick.

@yuriajones 3 года назад

@@curtisjudd thanks. Cheers.

@theatomickid137 6 лет назад

Thanks for the review. I am new to this audio stuff. The output plug appears to be a TRRS connection. Does switching to camera mode mean it can just plug into the camera TRS socket and it works, or do you still need a TRRS to TRS adaptor?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi! It will work into a camera TRS microphone input without an additional adapter. Happy recording!

@DaveASMR 5 лет назад

Please reply. Can i monitor or hear my audio to earbuds or headset with trrs while recording to camera app? 🇵🇭

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

I would need to check when I have time. I think the answer is no.

@DaveASMR 5 лет назад

Ok thankyou curtis. Last question how about zoom h1n can i monitor my audio in real time with earphones while recording? Because i want to use for asmr.

@DaveASMR 5 лет назад

Thats why i want to hear my voice live while im recording.

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Yes, H1n definitely supports monitoring while recording.

@OCTalkRadio 5 лет назад

Great review. Can u tell me what's the brand and model of the flexible arm you are using to attach it to your camera rig? And what camera rig you are using as well? Can't find either...

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Hi OC Talk Radio, this is the Kamerar 7" tough arm: amzn.to/2W5gBVv And the Varavon Zeus Uni cage: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cAwCMkiiKd0.html

@TheTurnerT 7 лет назад

Hi Curtis, if have shorter Pin 2+3 on my audio interface to test the noise floor. But with how many gain do you record a test? Set the gain to zero or max, or 52db?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

For practical purposes, I usually connect the mic I plan to use and set the gain so that the peaks are hitting around -12 dB. Then I disconnect the mic, short the pins and record for a noise test. This way I get a practical read on where the noise floor sits and how well it will work for my projects. Thanks for the question!

@MasterOfBasses 7 лет назад

Curtis, I can't find information about the audio output. Will it only work with TRRS devices or can this be the solution to monitor audio with my DSLR?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+Juan Pablo Ayala it also works with DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. There is a switch to choose camera (TRS) or mobile (TRRS). You can monitor the audio while recording but still have to use the camera's headphone jack when playing back a clip from the camera.

@smartideas-pedro1690 Год назад

It amazes me of how long you've been providing value for us consistently. Thank you for that. I have a question about this saramonic, wonder if you could sort it out... This solution became pretty cheap now so I was wondering : Is it possible to plug this into a Zoom F2 to record a 48V mic in 32bit float?

@curtisjudd Год назад

Probably possible, but not sure that the preamp quality of the Saramonic would really make the audio sound better. I know it is more expensive, but if I were looking to make 32-bit float recordings with XLR microphones, I'd save up for a ZOOM F3.

@smartideas-pedro1690 Год назад

@@curtisjudd yea, it makes sense. Thank you for the answer Curtis.

@PTPhotoGearReviews 7 лет назад

Hi Curtis, just picked up the smartrig+ and tried it with my Azden proxd with the standard lav mic. I've noticed it delivers a nice jucy audio signal but there seems to be a lot of hiss/hum that comes with the signal relative to the gain dial position. The signal is going from the smartrig in to my canon hf-r500 camcorder I'm wondering if this is normal and you would just clean this up in post. You commented the preamps were fairly quiet on the smartrig so this is why I'm wondering if this is normal relative to the gear I'm using or this is completely abnormal and there should be no hiss/hum whatsoever? Any help/thoughts will be appreciated. Many thanks. Paul

@LearnLightAndSoundSessions 7 лет назад

Hi Paul, I would suspect the microphone which came with the PRO-XD as the culprit. That mic was quite noisy when I did a review of the PRO-XD. Do you get a cleaner signal with that when you feed the PRO-XD directly to camera?

@PTPhotoGearReviews 7 лет назад

Hi Curtis, many thanks for the quick reply. So, last night I tried the new 507 lav mic from Azden and got a really nice audio track much like your video so very happy with that. Then I ran the 507 into the Saramonic smartrig+ and then to the canon and got another nice track so also happy with that so I think you're quite right. The original mic that comes with the proxd is just poor quality. Appreciate the support. Paul

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

That's great news, thanks for feeding that back!

@MKFingerstyleAcademy 5 лет назад

@@curtisjudd hi, I am running it through a pair of AKG p170 that require phantom power. The noise level is very high as soon as the dial is at 1:00 o'clock or 2:00. I usually record using my Scarlett 2i4 interface with no problems. The noise level is too high and makes the recording useless. I've ran this into my Roland R05, and my Canon t7i. Both had a lot of gain although the Roland R05 had less (but the signal was so low I had to normalize it in post, which brought the noise ratio up again). any comments or advice?

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

@@MKFingerstyleAcademy It sounds like there is something unique with the AKG p170s since the problem exists on both the Saramonic and the Roland.

@isitjustme_ Год назад

Great video ! Is there any reason it doesn’t work when used with a split Iphone adapter with the lightning and 3.5mm AUX Jack ?

@curtisjudd Год назад

Not sure, haven’t tested that and I gave it away 😞

@배승민-h6o 7 лет назад

Hello, Curtis. I have a question. Is it better for a 3.5mm(1/8" Output) microphone (e.g. Rode VideoMicro) to be plugged into the preamplifier like SmartRig+ first even if it can be directly plugged into DSLR/Mirrorless? A. VideoMicro → SmartRig+ → GH5 or 800D B. VideoMicro → GH5 or 800D I thought that A. will provide a better sound but it seems like it makes the sound even worse or the same. By the way, thank you so much for all the videos you have been making. I am learning a lot from you!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+Seung Min Bae I would keep the signal chain as simple as possible and NOT use the Saramonic with the VideoMicro or other mics which have their own preamps.

@배승민-h6o 7 лет назад

Thank you for the answer, Curtis! Much appreciated!

@skakdosmer 6 лет назад

The Røde ViceoMicro doesn't have it's own preamp.

@NazrinSalim 4 года назад

Hi Chirs, I have a question about my Saramonic UWMIC9 RX9+TX9 Recently, I did an audio recording for my subject. As he was speaking, there was a min bursting sound. Sounds like rubbing. Then, the audio was not captured. After a while, it came back. After a while, it recorded again. Why is this so? Any problems that I should be looking at? I could not find any help or guides via Google. The subject was about 3-4 feet away from me. Brand new batteries. Could help me out here?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi Nazrin, I’d check to make sure the microphone was firmly connected to the transmitter. If that checks out, may need to contact Saramonic tech support. Best wishes!

@JimmyHuynhdesign 4 года назад

I've bought this once and returned it because it was so noisy..really wanted to like it so i bought it again months later...still thought it was really noisy. If you have a panasonic camera, the preamps are much better than what you will get out of this. I ended up going with the Beachtek dxa pro plus.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Interesting, thanks for sharing.

@GreasednGassed 2 месяца назад

Great review, very insightful. I take it that the lit panel above the dials isn't a digital screen for reviewing mic recording gain?

@curtisjudd Месяц назад

No, it isn’t.

@MrKokom 3 года назад

This or the beachtech?

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

The beachtek is certainly more robust in terms of build quality. But I think this was a little cleaner in terms of self-noise.

@Direct19681 7 лет назад

Yet another awesome video Curtis! All your videos are very informative! Thanks!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks David!

@fernandagunsanchannel 7 лет назад

so there's a switch to choose it to be TRS or TRRS? is it better than iRig Pre?

@nefflz 7 лет назад

The two 3.5mm inputs are TRS only

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

There is a switch to choose whether to output TRS or TRRS yes. The 3.5mm inputs are TRS.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Oh, and I'm not sure how it compares to the iRig Pre. I'll need to test that one at some point as well.

@artjohnson01 7 лет назад

Yes, I found this out through trial and error. I couldn't find it in the specs. I used a Rode Smartlav+ into the SmartRig+ with no success. Added Rode's TRRS to TRS adapter and life was good. (Fortunately, I've learned to try these things ahead of time. No fun to find out on the job.) P.S. You're the only guy who called this out. As always, THANKS.

@esunayg 7 лет назад

Art Johnson smartlav+ completely designed for mobiles. So it is trrs and the last r and s is mic output. But regular mic output is trs t and s are mic output. Trrs to trs adapter switches cables in-between.

@sunnyspeed-studio 7 лет назад

Hi Curtis, how's the preamp? compare this with ZOOM H6 or H5, if use the same shotgun mic, which one will give a better audio quality? Thanks

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

The H5 and H6 are slightly better sounding in my experience and produce a little bit less self-noise.

@sunnyspeed-studio 7 лет назад

Thank you!

@David-ud9ju 6 лет назад

@@sunnyspeed-studio The H5 is also 2.5x the price and the H6 is 3.5x the price of the SmartRig, so that's not really a fair comparison. I'd say that the SmartRig has better audio for the price than the H5 and H6, but they both have way more features and are actual recorders. Basically, the SmartRig and H5/6 are absolutely nothing alike and are used for totally different things and I have no idea why we're comparing them.

@RA-el6zj 5 лет назад

@@David-ud9ju To find out what could give you the best sound quality.

@johnm.gerard1718 3 года назад

Like the review 2 questions. So werre you saying there is no gain control on this adapter or how much gain is there. 2 The switch to go from

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

No, there just isn't a headphone volume control.

@lcostini 6 лет назад

Thanks Curtis! Everybody around me said it could'nt be done it works. But the way, with my Canon 600D, I kid you not, I can hear the playback sound through the headset, and the gain control works for that too! Really, even if there's always the tiny camera speaker playing! Try it! And thanks a bunch! Keep up the good work!

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Luis!

@spritual_enlightenment 7 лет назад

Thank you for the video. Is the Output mic level or line level? Did you need an attenuation cable to connect it to GH4? Thanks in advance, Curtis.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

The output is mic level so you do NOT need an attenuation cable. Best wishes!

@lennartgosman3640 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd I say no? You can switch between line and mic level!?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@lennartgosman3640 I believe no, it is just mic level output for a camera or mobile phone.

@fidore_PJ Год назад

Hi, if you use both mic pre, will the output in mobile DAW can be two mono (for flexible mixing) or fix stereo output only? Thanks

@curtisjudd Год назад

You can switch it to dual mono.

@fidore_PJ Год назад

@@curtisjudd thank you

@lee-geraldrosales1205 4 года назад

May i ask a question.. I bought this kind of item.. May I ask if your monitor output or headphone jack dont work when it is connected to a smartphone for video recording..

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

I am sorry - I do not remember since I did the review over 3 years ago and then gave the adapter away to someone who needed it more than I do. My recollection is that it would play the sound coming in the microphone, but cannot remember for sure.

@jonatanjimenezja7370 7 лет назад

hi Curtis, i have an smartphone (LG Q10) ... there are an app to recording with this saramonic or with the or with the regular dictaphone....? what is better

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+Jonatan Jimenez ja_ hi Jonatan, yes, any recording app which recognizes an external mic should work.

@jaimieblackmanbhwealth8537 6 лет назад

Thanks Curtis. Excellent job. What's your favorite XLR IO device with 2 channels for post production option?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi Jaimie, are you referring to audio interfaces for computers?

@CharlesK441 6 лет назад

Just a couple of questions. I'm unable to monitor through the the headphones on mobile selection. Is this because my phone doesn't have the sufficicient capabilities to do this? Also recording in Stereo mode to the phone doesn't split the channels. Do I need to record in specific software.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi Charles, correct, the app is likely the culprit do no monitoring while recording but even those that do often do so with a fair bit of latency so they’re a bit disorienting. Also, phones generally only take mono input via their 3.5mm jacks. To record stereo, you generally need one of the dedicated microphones which attach via lightning or USB and have two inputs or stereo mics like the Shure Motiv line of microphones. Good luck!

@MrHamit64 7 лет назад

Cool dude it's only 30 bucks. What resolution can it do though? Does sample rate and bit detph matter here? The B&H page didn't say anything.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

That's actually the smaller version with one input. This is the SmartRig Plus which is around $99. This is a purely analogue device, no conversion to digital so no sample rate or bit depth. That is all handled by the camera or phone.

@simborar 5 лет назад

Hey Curtis, thank you for this channel, I'm from Brazil. The line output is balanced? I saw in saramonic's site that was TRS in camera mode, just want have sure about it.

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Hi Airton, the output is unbalanced.

@aarongardiner3561 2 года назад

It has been used several times and loved.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

👍

@jkpinpdx 5 лет назад

Curtis, What is the main difference from a DYNAMIC mic and a CONDENSER mic? Thanks!

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Main difference is that condenser microphones need power and are more sensitive.

@johnm.gerard1718 3 года назад

Add to my 2nd question. The switch that goes from no phantom power to +48v Phantom power seem to be the same switch that is for iPhone or camera. My Mic does not require and will be damaged if Phantom power is supplied. So which switch position should I use for an iPhone?

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Camera.

@luizfernandovelosovieira9162 2 года назад

Hello Curtis. Can I use a mic in 1 channel and playback a song on the other channel (using another device with a 1/4 inch plug cable)?

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

You can feed a music track to the second input, yes. But you'll need a way to monitor it if you're singing along?

@luizfernandovelosovieira9162 2 года назад

@@curtisjudd Can I monitor both mic and music track through the smartrig's own monitoring output (3.5 mm jack)? Thanks for answering. Very nice channel. I will subscribe to it.

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

@@luizfernandovelosovieira9162 Hi Luiz, I don't have it any longer to test for you, but my recollection is yes, you could monitor both. Best to check with Saramonic support to confirm.

@KOJohnson 7 лет назад

Curtis, thanks for delivering BIG on your promise to review this product!!! My interest lies in the best set-up for interviewing people (both in-studio and "on the street"). I want to use my iPhone 7 w/Filmic Pro and my Rode NTG-2 mic. With that said, I'm curious if you've tested the SmartRig+ with your NTG-2? If so, what were your results? Also, for shooting indoors, would you recommend the Rode Video Mic Pro over the NTG-2? Last question: if I'm interviewing two people using the SmartRig+ to record on separate channels, would you recommend using recording into a device like the Zoom H1 in order to keep tracks separate since it appears that the tracks will be merged into one track going straight in my iPhone?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi Keith, you're welcome! I have not specifically tested it with my NTG2 but I wouldn't anticipate any issues as the SmartRig+ seems to deliver in terms of relatively clean gain. The NTG2 will do fine indoors if you keep it within about 12 to 18 inches of the talent and the room is not too reverberant/echo-y. Yes, the stereo feature, it turns out, only works on devices which support stereo input like the H1. Phones only support mono input. One other discovery made since I posted the review - on my copy of the SmartRig+, monitoring didn't seem to work when switched to output for phone. Works great when set to camera, but wasn't working for phone for some reason. Not sure whether something's broken or that's part of the design. Will look into that more. Best wishes!

@RA-el6zj 4 года назад

Would you think it's fairly possible to replace the cable if it would get broken? I don't really like devices with a fixed cable for this reason. I think it's a strange design choice.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi R A, with a little bit of DIY spirit and soldering, it should definitely be possible to replace the cable.

@RA-el6zj 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd Exactly the answer i was looking for, in that case I can consider the Saramonic as an option, Thanks!

@justalittledaf Год назад

Just a little Daf 1 second ago Loved the video. Question: If I were to set the switch on the Saramonic SmartRig + to "Phantom Power" (+48V), and I were to plug a mic into the SmartRig + that doesn't need phantom power (i.e., Senheiser Wireless MKE 2 Lavalier Mic), and if I were also to plug a mic into the SmartRig + that does need phantom power (i.e., Rode Video Mic Pro +), will this cause any possible damage to the mic that "doesn't" require Phantom Power (in this case the Seheiser MKE 2)?

@curtisjudd Год назад

Depends on the mic. Most dynamic mics won't have a problem with this. But some vintage and specialty mics (ribbon mics, for example) could be damaged. But this is rare.

@PolluxChung 7 лет назад

Useful and informative as usual. Thanks Curtis.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks Pollux!

@patricklandond1 6 лет назад

If you were trying to build a run n gun kit w/ improved audio and wanted to upgrade from say a rode videomic pro plus (which records straight into your mirrorless camera) to more of a pro setup w/ a pro grade mic like the Schoeps CMIT-5U and the Saramonic SmartRig+ would this be a good choice? And would the Saramonic Smartrig+ power the CMIT-5U the way it is supposed to so you could run into your mirrorless camera? Or would that be pointless and it would be better to stick w/ the videomic pro plus and try to control record where you record sound? (hope the question makes sense, thank you as always.)

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi Patrick, that’s an interesting combination - a $2000+ microphone and $100 plastic audio adapter. If you’re going to spend on a Schoeps, I’d probably look at least at a Zoom F4 or Sound Devices MixPre-3 so that you’d get the benefits of improved audio quality. Also, if the mic will be mounted on camera, I’d probably just stick with the VideoMic Pro+. Even a Schoeps mounted on camera won’t sound a lot better than the VMP.

@patricklandond1 6 лет назад

Ok makes sense... considering you stick w/ the VMP+ does adding an audio mixer to the unit improve sound quality? (Considering that you can boom your mic close to the subject...)

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Not all that much in the case of the VMP+ unless the camera you're using has particularly bad microphone preamp/converters. Which camera do you shoot with currently?

@patricklandond1 6 лет назад

I shoot w/ the Sony a7sii... I turn the in camera audio down to 1 and put the Rode VMP to plus 10 decibel. But looking for ways to keep improving setup. I am using an articulating mic to bring the Rode mic closer to the subject off of my setup.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Ok, that's a pretty good setup. I'd say you're good for now. The two top steps for improving the audio from there are: 1) Get an extension cable and boom the VMP to within 18 inches of the person speaking (from above, pointed down at 45 degree angle) 2) Do the same but with a Schoeps and Sound Devices But for top of camera, you're in good hands already.

@EPHONIC 7 лет назад

What's a better value for the $$? A combination of a SmartRig+ and Zoom H1 or a Zoom H4n Pro or Zoom H5 without a SmartRig+ at all? Would love to know the benefits of each. And, can the SmartRig+ be used as an audio interface for the computer?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

It depends on what you're shooting and your workflow and turn-around requirements. If you want to keep it simple, you can get great results with the SmartRig+ and most cameras. Then you don't have to sync at all. :)

@NeoRich82 3 года назад

Thank you. Really helpful. I'm looking into this as a present for my brother, who raps. Can one of the channels be used to play an MP3 player to sing/rap over? Also is there any mixing of input levels in body or does it have to be done in post?

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Yes and yes - the knobs control the input level.

@NeoRich82 3 года назад

@@curtisjudd thank you. Forgive me one last question... As the MP3 output will most likely be 3.5mm am I right in thinking it would make no difference to quality if I got a 3.5mm to 3.5mm or a 3.5mm to 1/4inch Jack?

@NeoRich82 3 года назад

Fit the input to the interface...

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

@@NeoRich82 3.5mm to 3.5mm should do the job. Just keep the cable short and away from power adapters and cables to avoid picking up interference.

@bouncebounce41 3 года назад

Hi Curtis, thank you. This video is really helpful. Could you recommend an alternative preamp that carries the same capabilities but has audio meters displayed? Thank you.

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

Thanks. I haven't encountered any which have full meters. There is this which has a single LED which shows general signal level: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-59ZJ4hhJVtg.html It also has a very nice limiter which the saramonic does not have. Also, much better build quality - metal.

@bouncebounce41 3 года назад

@@curtisjudd thank you, Curtis - very kind of you.

@lensfilmtech9165 7 лет назад

Can I use the RODE smartLav+ with Saramonic SmartRig+ to shoot videos?

@Dejunii 2 года назад

Can you plug in a band mixer, or dj console? For let's say live concerts on Instagram/tik tok. I want to broadcast a concert on tiktok or instagram, and I need an audio interface from my mixer (dynacord cms-1003) to a smartphone for the sound quality to be at it best. Do you recommend this device? Thank you!

@curtisjudd 2 года назад

Not this product, at least not without a fair bit of adapting. The inputs accept only microphone level or instrument level, not line level. You might be better off with an audio recorder like a Sound Devices MixPre or Zoom recorder which have outputs you can feed to your phone (or USB)

@mapioskoloni9784 Год назад

If I wanted to get the audio from two wireless mics, from one of the many TX/TX/RX sets on the market into the 3.5mm plug of my camera as separate tracks, do I need this? Or would I be able to do it with just a splitter audio cable, if such thing exists?

@curtisjudd Год назад

Most of the dual channel wireless systems can already do that on their own (RØDE wireless go II, DJI Mic, and others)

@mapioskoloni9784 Год назад

@@curtisjudd Thanks much for replying Curtiss. I'm currently shooting with the Panasonic Lumix Siix. Do you have any idea if it would be possible to get four channels of audio in that camera by using this device, let's say if I had two sets of dual wireless receivers?

@curtisjudd Год назад

@@mapioskoloni9784 I haven’t worked with it so not sure whether it records 2 or 4 channels. Probably best to check the manual or contact Panasonic support.

@BigDanASMR 7 лет назад

Hi Curtis do you know if this works well with a rode stereo videomic pro? If not this, do you have any suggestions for a preamp for the stereo videomic

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+Big Dan ASMR yes, the 3.5mm input can be set to stereo for cameras but note that phones only have mono inputs. Also, the RODE SVMP has its own preamp so this is not technically necessary when recording to a camera. Good luck!

@BigDanASMR 7 лет назад

Do you think it would at all benefit from a preamp? or do you think that I gain more from the stereo input straight into my dslr. Thank you so much for answering I really appreciate it. It really helps me in my decision making:)

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+Big Dan ASMR no, I don't think you'd gain anything with the Saramonic in this case. The SVMP is good on its own. Good luck!

@BigDanASMR 7 лет назад

Curtis Judd thanks Curtis you are really one of the greats. I'm glad I found your channel

@StevenSclafani 7 лет назад

This is the most informative review of this device I've seen. Thanks Curtis. I currently use a Zoom H4N Pro for its pre-amp and phantom power, but it stays in record/pause. It always seemed like overkill attached to my rig because I never used the built in mics and didn't record with it. The SmartRig Plus appears to be a reasonable replacement. One thing that irks me is the attached 3.5mm cable for the output. Why not have another jack like the headphone out?! You're stuck with that length?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi Steven, thanks! Yes, unfortunately, the output cable is permanently attached though I have found that it is long enough to work with pretty much wherever you want to mount it on a camera rig.

@StevenSclafani 7 лет назад

Received the unit and can't get it to work with a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera. Reason being is the Saramonic output jack is 4-pole TRRS which the camera doesn't recognize. Bummer. I'm sending it back and getting the Denecke PS-1a.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks for the update and warning for other BMD Pocket Cinema shooters. The Pocket Cinema Camera's input is balanced 3.5mm?

@StevenSclafani 7 лет назад

That's correct. I believe there's an adapter than can convert trrs to balanced trs, but I didn't pursue that. The engineers at Saramonic should have designed this device with an output jack, not an attached cable. Seems very low-rent consumer-grade.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

I would call it more narrowly focused. This seems aimed at those who are not audiophiles and who are moving from poor camera mics to something that sounds a little better. I totally get what you're saying and I don't think you and I are the intended audience/market. I'm assuming that since you shoot with a blackmagic design camera that you care deeply about visual and audio quality.

@LastMinPictures 6 лет назад

I have just purchased a rode Videomic Pro for my 600D. Is it worth while getting the samaronic smart rig and connecting the two via an xlr input adapter to better my audio? Many thanks

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi LastMinPictures, No, probably better off getting the mic closer to the talent like this instead. Cheaper, too: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TUEmQBZKoBs.html Good luck!

@LastMinPictures 6 лет назад

Thanks for the reply Curtis. I think I’ll go ahead and get a mic stand. I was wondering wether it would improve the sound quality as it is going through the pre amp on the samaronic and not into the amp on my camera, or would it not work that way? Many thanks

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi again! It'll go through the camera's pre-amp either way. The RODE has a pretty good amp so if you can drop the camera's mic input down to its lowest setting (before it turns off), then use the VideoMic Pro's gain setting to get your levels so that they're peaking no higher than -12dB, you should be good to go. The Saramonic would just add another layer than isn't necessary and not any higher quality than the RODE's own preamp. Good luck!

@LastMinPictures 6 лет назад

Curtis Judd thanks a lot! You’ve been more than helpful!

@hanialqirio7624 3 года назад

Hi, I have a question. can I use this mixer with Rode VideoMicro On Camera Cardioid Condenser Microphone? Thanks

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

I don't have a VideoMicro on hand to test that, but it should work.

@hanialqirio7624 3 года назад

@@curtisjudd Thank you

@codezionjr 4 года назад

So if have L and R mics and I connect the trrs from the SmartRig+ to a smartphone headset port, launch my camera app and record a video, will I get a video with a stereo track? Also, will that set-up work with an iPhone using the trrs to lightning adapter?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Phone 3.5mm inputs are mono only so the smartRig+ mixes the L+R inputs into a mono mix to feed to the phone. And yes, it works with the TRRS to lighting adapter. Still only mono.

@codezionjr 4 года назад

Thanks. So I might have to record with a DSLR with a stereo mic input to get a stereo track. Have you tested the Smartrig+DI for iOS though? Since it connects through lightning cable I'm thinking I might get a stereo track through an iPhone. Another question is if the iOS camera app will record in stereo. Or if I might have to use a third party camera app.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@codezionjr I haven't, I'm sorry.

@trendinvestorpro 4 года назад

Great videos. Thanks! Question: Will the audio and video be in sync when using this device? I would like to avoid the need for dual audio and syncing in post.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Thanks Arthur, yes, if you connect the SmartRig+ to your camera's microphone input, it will be in sync and you won't have to sync in post. Best wishes!

@CrowClouds 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd I just bought the SmartRig+ and the TRRS cable isn't compatible with my X-T3's microphone port. I tried plugging the Headphone out from the SR+ into the mic port on my X-T3 and it sounds really bad. Going to order a TRRS to TRS cable adapter, but I am confused why no one mentions this in the reviews. And yes I have the slider set to camera and not smartphone. It doesn't help.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@CrowClouds Hi Divine Fools Club, I'm sorry about that - I don't have a Fuji camera on hand to test it. Perhaps Saramonic support can provide some guidance and hopefully confirm whether the TRRS to TRS adapter will work in this case. Best wishes!

@dbrettjones 5 лет назад

Mr. Judd, Thank you for the in-depth review. I used your link and purchased one to help me record from my piano. When using the Smartrig with my iPhone7, I would get practically zero audio in my headphones. In reading the comments on this video, I see several others had similar problems. I believe I have found a solution. Selecting the camera and plugging the Smartrig into the mic side of a TRRS adapter appears to have fixed this problem. The audio in my headphones is now clear and with no latency that I can tell. Do you see any problem with this? My daisy chain: iPhone7 > lightning adapter > TRRS adapter > Smartrig+ plugged into the mic side of the TRRS adapter. Select the Camera on the Smartrig, not the phone.

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

I'm trying to imagine how this works. You connect the microphone input jack to the input on the phone and you have an XLR microphone attached to one of the XLR inputs?

@KINNZ94 4 года назад

What about 3v/5v phantom power. Does it automatically detect and provide right level of power depending on the mic?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

3-5V is usually called plugin power. 48V is called Phantom power. The 3.5mm inputs supply plugin power. The XLR inputs can supply phantom power.

@KINNZ94 4 года назад

Thanks Curtis! :)

@felipehenaovideo 7 лет назад

Interesting, At the same time that the size looks interesting for run and gun, also looks delicate for that purpose. Great Review as usual.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Yes, if things get really bumpy when running and gunning, this is not the most robust build.

@esunayg 7 лет назад

Thanks for your great reviews :) I'm planning to buy one, but there is a thing. I want to broadcast Facebook live with the output of my zoom h6 s audio while recording audio to it. So zoom h6 outputs stereo line level audio, but this device accepts two mic level mono inputs. I'm confused at this point, should I buy this or get another thing? Thanks in advance!

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi Emre, have you tried feeding the headphone out of your H6 to your phone? This might work if you can control the input level on your phone. If not, you might be able to use an attenuation cable like this: bhpho.to/2x81u4P And you may also need an adapter between this cable and the phone like this: bhpho.to/2yi7oxe

@esunayg 7 лет назад

Thank you :) I'll try them and reply you back! You are doing great!

@esunayg 7 лет назад

One last question, I want to reduce handling noise on my h6, I found a product "movo smm8", have you ever used it? Does it worth the money? Thank you.

@belespastaicindugunegidena1101 4 года назад

Can i use SmartRig+ as phantom power provider and Zoom H1n as preamp for NTG-3 at the same time. I have Zoom H1n. In spite of not providing power, is there any way to use it as recorder/preamp with 48v powered mics? Is it possible?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi, yes, the SmartRig+ will supply the phantom power and first stage of amplification, the H1n will record. I don't know of a way other than something like this to use an H1n with a microphone which requires phantom power.

@ZaberAnsaryOfficial 7 лет назад

If I have around $150 would u recommend this or Zoom h4n 2015?

@anthonyroberts9232 7 лет назад

Zaber Ansary I recommend this unit 100% you definitely will have more options and a very reliable device I own one and the multiple funtions are better then this new unit. just get it and you will see what a mean just an excellent investment over this unit.

@ZaberAnsaryOfficial 7 лет назад

Anthony Roberts which is?

@anthonyroberts9232 7 лет назад

Zaber Ansary the zoom hn4 digital recorder but check out the new version for around $200.00 dollers the audio microphone pre has a much better quality then the hn4 zoom multitrack recorder.

@StevenSclafani 7 лет назад

The newer Zoom H4n-Pro has great features and the updated pre-amps have a low noise floor, but the output is a headphone jack and there's nothing in the menus that allows you to change it to "line-out".

@lovinmanager8296 Год назад

Hi, If there are 2 audio sources, let's say guitar and a singer, can you separate the audio to two separate audio tracks? Thanks!

@curtisjudd Год назад

Yes

@robinsonlambe4535 5 лет назад

I REALLY FEEL YOUR REVIEWS MR CURTIS ITS BEEN A WHILE . THANKS

@curtisjudd 5 лет назад

Thanks Robinson.

@donnyl543 4 года назад

How will be preform coming out of my Touchmix 8? I am using 4 channels as well as the 9/10 input for my Roland Sound Canvas Generator playing midi files.

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Hi Donny, not sure as I haven’t worked with that hardware. Sorry about that.

@cytwlm 6 лет назад

the 2 XLR and 2 3.5mm connector can be all use at the same time ? so that means u can do 4 channel recording ?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi Star, my recollection is that for each channel (and there are 2) you choose either the 3.5mm or the XLR, but not both. I had to send it back after the review but that is my recollection.

@cytwlm 6 лет назад

Curtis Judd ok ic, thks 4 the reply

@quicoanderson6585 3 года назад

Hello! a query? works with a trrs to trs adapter ?? is to connect it to a Teradek VidiU female trs? Thank you

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

It **should** work. I don't have those on hand to test for sure.

@jldiezjimenez 6 лет назад

Curtis, can you tell me if i can use this device to do some streaming through facebook or instagram on my smartphone and take advantage of the mics

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Yes José, this would be good for that. Note it works best with condenser microphones vs. dynamic microphones. Good luck!

@shadihelven8066 4 года назад

@@curtisjudd hi there.. I'm using this mostly for live streaming fb or ig on my android..but somehow I couldn't hear myself on the headphone..but the person I interact with can hear me..is there anyway I can hear myself playing guitar or talking live...thank you..

@LearnLightAndSoundSessions 4 года назад

@@shadihelven8066 Hi Romey, on my copy, I was able to hear myself while recording. You might contact Saramonic to confirm everything is working ok with your copy. Best wishes!

@shadihelven8066 4 года назад

@@LearnLightAndSoundSessions hi @curtis judd .thank you for your reply sir.. well when I switch it to phone icon I couldnt hear from my headphone when i wanted to do a live streaming on fb live .. But when I switch it to the camera icon I can hear myself on the headphone.. I was wondering is there any cable that I need or some set up on the phone to hear what I'm talking or playing the guitar..

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@shadihelven8066 I see, so you can hear while you're recording to camera but no when you play back from the camera? Confirmed - it does not support that. Hopefully I understood your question correctly?

@iancraig 7 лет назад

Really good review Curtis. Many thanks. It prompted me to try one and I think I may have found an 'issue' with the Tascam DR05 when using it. The two of them don't seem to get on so well so that the Tascam ticks away with digital noise once the Saramonic is plugged into it. Turning recording volume down lessens it but levels have to be very carefully balanced between the Saramonic output and the Tascam input. No issue at all with the Zoom H1 where the mic noise is possibly the most obvious thing to appear rather than the preamp noise.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Thanks for the insight Ian, very good to know!

@iancraig 7 лет назад

Further checking and seen that the Tascam only takes a mic in unlike the Zoom which doubles up as mic/line. Am going to try an attenuator after the preamp feed.

@cyvidal10 7 лет назад

hi curtis, i want to buy this SmartRig+ unfortunately i can't find a local store here in PH that sells one. I want to ask if i can use SR-AX100 or SR-PAX2 as alternative, using a TRS to TRRS adapter cable, like the Rode SC7.. thank you..

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+cyvidal10 yes, that should work with most phones.

@cyvidal10 7 лет назад

thank you so much for the reply :)

@AngloSaxon1 6 лет назад

Great Video, What other kinds of portable pre amps would you recommend for video audio

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

I don't use these a lot, but here's another that I've tried for iPhone/Mac/PC: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7gE5l7aU8F0.html

@marcelorego9991 4 года назад

Great. Can i use two different mic at the same time ? One is a condenser mic BM 800 need +48 phantom power and other is a lavalier boya M1? Tks

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

Yes, it supports two input channels.

@marcelorego9991 4 года назад

Curtis Judd but , when the phantom power is turn on, is it dangerous for lavalier boya or there isn’t 48v In 3.5 mm input?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@marcelorego9991 No phantom power to the 3.5mm jack, only the XLR jacks.

@kalenartinian4505 6 лет назад

Would I be able to hook up wireless lavs through the xlr ports with this setup? Would it just record the audio in camera?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Yes, you could connect up to two wireless receivers and they will be recorded to the camera.

@dchpictures102 7 лет назад

Would this be a good device for a "safety track" if you were to set it to mono mode and turn one side a bit lower than the other?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Unfortunately, not out of the box. You'd have to use an XLR splitter to feed the microphone's signal into both inputs.

@michaelakins5033 6 лет назад

Q: Does the 3.5mm headphone monitor jack still work when the 3.5mm output plug is connected to a newer iPhone (7, 8, X) with a 3.5mm to lightning adapter?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Hi Michael, yes, the Apple adapter and the Saramonic SmartRig+ work together.

@michaelakins5033 6 лет назад

Thanks, Curtis. I'll be giving this one a try on a location shoot with interviews using iPhone and dslr cameras. You are one of my most trusted sources. I appreciate all the time and expertise you put into your videos.

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

Thanks Michael. One thing to note, you'll want to test to make sure you don't get too much drift on long interviews/takes. With my iPhone 7+, I was able to shoot for about 20 to 25 minutes without any noticeable drift, but some have complained of drift when shooting longer interviews in the 1+ hour range. Best wishes!

@mixiricaman 6 лет назад

Hi Curtis, I know that is a old video but just now I noticed that you covered your monitor's bass reflex tube. Why is that ?

@curtisjudd 6 лет назад

A mixing mentor of mine (Mike Senior via his book Mixing Secrets) suggested that most reference monitors priced at under $1000 don't have enough engineering in them to work well with bass ports. So I measured my room with and without them blocked and found that the bass response was a little cleaner with them blocked. Probably a bunch of people will tell Mike and me that we're crazy. But it works for me. Mike's book is mostly focused on mixing music but I found it immensely helpful: amzn.to/2nD9qna

@mixiricaman 6 лет назад

Curtis Judd cool, I've the same Krk monitors. I'll try It too.

@dabidabidoo 4 года назад

Can this be used directly? Like mic to preamp to camera?

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

It doesn’t have a microphone built in, but yes, meant as a preamp for cameras.

@dabidabidoo 4 года назад

Yeah I mean, like, if I use a shotgun mic, can this preamp be used like a “middle-man” sort of thing? Shotgun mic plugged to preamp then to camera

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

@@dabidabidoo Yes, made for that very purpose. 👍

@sxybeast9500 3 года назад

Loved the review man thank you! I’m curious to know if I can use a speaker output and plug into this to record what comes out the speaker instead of putting a mic on the speaker. In my mind it seems like it would work. The speaker would technically be a “mic” to the saramonic

@curtisjudd 3 года назад

It depends on the speaker and what level it outputs. It might possibly work if you change the input on this to instrument.

@victorloganjr8797 7 лет назад

Mr, Judd, I really appreciate the depth of your videos. Which makes me wonder what I am doing wrong. I purchased not one, but two of these, but I did not find that they offered any real clean gain when pushed a little less than halfway. I tried them with a BOYA BY-M1 , Audio-Technica ATR3350iS, and a movo vxr4000 pro, and I got noise. I tried them with my 6D and T3i. and still got noise. I tried, cranking up both channels individually with nothing connected to the smartrigs, and still got noise just before the halfway mark. In fact, the only thing I havent done is try using xlr mics. Maybe I should just go with the SR AX107 or 104?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi, there are a few potential things to consider there. The ATR3350 is a noisy mic and I hear the same of the Boya and Movo. So for those, the mic is probably the limiting factor. I'm not sure that you'll get better performance with those and the Smartrig+. The main benefit would be the ability to mix two mics to one input. My testing focused primarily on the XLR inputs which worked pretty decently with phantom powered shotgun microphones. You might have better luck with the SR AX107 or 104 but I'm afraid the mics you listed will be the limiting factor.

@victorloganjr8797 7 лет назад

Much appreciated. I'm on a budget, so I'm going to look into other options that are not going to be as noisy- either the Rode M5, the Samson CO2s', or something good within that price range and performenace. Ill be using them primarily indoors for my videos. Only thing is some of the spaces I work in are filled with reverb and such.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Ah yes, reverb is always a challenge. I usually throw blankets on hard floors to help with that.

@DennyKMiu 7 лет назад

hi curtis, really enjoy your shows. learn so much from them. they are my gold standard for choosing equipment. by the way, in the show, you use an articulated arm to hold the device. can you tell me the make and model? thx.

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

Hi Denny, yes, that's the Kamerar 7" Tough Friction Arm: amzn.to/2jLXfSA Thanks!

@DennyKMiu 7 лет назад

Curtis Judd thanks.

@Vertekmediausa 7 лет назад

I have an Imordan 7" arm from amazon too, that one is pretty good as well.

@kobbyoboro4188 7 лет назад

I use a Zoom H2n. And was thinking of buying the Zoom H4n most likely. However, when I found this I was glad but still not sure it will work. If I connect my Zoom H2n to this, will it be okay?

@curtisjudd 7 лет назад

+KOBBY OBORO hi Kobby, yes, this should technically work with the H4n but I'm not sure this is necessary if you have an H4n unless you are trying to add additional inputs? (I don't think there would be an audio quality benefit)

@kobbyoboro4188 7 лет назад

Okay

@kobbyoboro4188 7 лет назад

I want to be sure. Here are my Gears. I have a Canon 5D Mark 3. And now I would like to purchase the Saramonic Shotgun Microphone SR-TM 1. Are you saying I do not need the Smart Rig+ and Zoom H2N/4n? Please explain.