So is there an actual clip-on lapel mic or do you clip the entire 'microphone unit' somewhere to pick up the sound? Seems a bit bulky for a lapel...
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Yes, you clip the entire microphone, but don't worry, it's not bulky at all. It looks this way on the picture, and I had your same impression, but once you clip it, it won't be a burden to carry, and the quality of sound is excellent. If you look for it on youtube, I think there are also videos with a demonstration.
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The receiver is clipped onto the strap of the Canon camera, and its jack plugged into the camera. The broadcast mic clips onto a lapel. It is not very big, just 2.5 inches, and people forget about it. I have had success filming in one room and picking up sound from the mic in an adjacent room. It works great. Just be sure to have spare batteries with you. There is a windscreen cover for the broadcast mike and an ear bud can be used with it to check volume levels.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YN2EcAvmHHc for this I placed the mike on a wooden pew (seat) 6 feet away. Now I suspend with the clip and a fishing line over my musicians. Everyone is happy with the sound, no echo that you get with an in camera mic at a distance. The bra would squeek a little.
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There is an actual clip on the microphone but I do not use it. I place it in the center if my bra in between my boobs and it us hidden away. It is the size if a C battery, very obvious. The sound quality is excellent. I like the blue tooth technology.
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It is a little clunky; however, it works very well. No wires. No stringing mike cable through clothes to belt unit. Also, I have not had any issues with battery life that some have complained of.
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I don't ever use the stock mic that came with it. I prefer the Sony Lapel Mic. I have a number of these and they work great.
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I'm afraid I can't really answer. I bought it to tune the harp and was told I need the little clip on mic to pick up the tune when I have it clipped to the harp. I have not used it for anything else.
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I does have a microphone input. I'm not familiar with any lapel microphones.
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I have plugged it directly into my Canon Vixia HV40 and both the wireless and the corded microphone pick up great. I didn't get the lapel mic in my order, but the corded mic will plug into the wireless system and that worked fine too. I thought the sound was great. Here is a link to see how the sound picked up with just the camcorder powering the microphone:http://youtu.be/pmSCrXWNT5QMy wife works at a retirement community and we recently started doing a weekly news show for the residents. This video is our first program. The microphone they use in the segments with the anchors is this microphone. I hope this is helpful to you. I have plugged it directly into my Canon Vixia HV40 and both the wireless and the corded microphone pick up great. I didn't get the lapel mic in my order, but the corded mic will plug into the wireless system and that worked fine too. I thought the sound was great. Here is a link to see how the sound picked up with just the camcorder powering the microphone:http://youtu.be/pmSCrXWNT5QMy wife works at a retirement community and we recently started doing a weekly news show for the residents. This video is our first program. The microphone they use in the segments with the anchors is... » Read More I have plugged it directly into my Canon Vixia HV40 and both the wireless and the corded microphone pick up great. I didn't get the lapel mic in my order, but the corded mic will plug into the wireless system and that worked fine too. I thought the sound was great. Here is a link to see how the sound picked up with just the camcorder powering the microphone:http://youtu.be/pmSCrXWNT5QMy wife works at a retirement community and we recently started doing a weekly news show for the residents. This video is our first program. The microphone they use in the segments with the anchors is this microphone. I hope this is helpful to you. « Show Less
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The mic clips are not included. But contrary to Donnie's reply - regular mic clips do NOT work. I can't imagine trying to squeeze them into a standard clip. Kowboy's suggestion of the Amc-418 is perfect. (And on sale for only $6.99 right now!)
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Mine did not come with lapel and Headset only the two mics (shown). My unit has two Mic input jacks, but they are standard 1/4" mike jacks. Don't have the unit with me - loaned it out.
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Just to add to answer below the Mic clip comes with a threaded insert as the threads are not standard; the threaded insert is removable and can be used with a mic clip with standard threads.Marty
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This mic is omnidirectional - it picks up from all sides equally. That means it'll pick up background noise unless you can get the mic close to the talent's throat so that talent's voice is louder than the background noise. This is not a problem with this mic, it's a problem with all omnidirectional lavs. The kicker is this - the mic chord is only 4 feet long, AND the only extensions available for this mic are noisy (Rode has one, but it hasn't gotten to the States yet). Also, unless you are using Rode's recording app, you have no control over the gain of the mic, so using Apple's video app can have overloads if you're not careful, and there's no way to know until after your recording... The mic and its cord sound great (no noise to answer your question), but the 3rd party extensions available suck. I'm waiting to see if Rode's new extension works well. If not, I'll probably sell mine.
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This microphone should be fixed on a special tripod or mic stand to avoid noises. Even you need a special mic holder "spider" to avoid noises. Though this microphone is dynamic and less sensitive than condenser microphones, it will still pick up lots of noises if you hold it in hand. (And, as we already said, it is quite heavy)
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These mics should come with a tapered clip, similar to the type you'd use with a Shure SM58 or other handheld mic. And, of course, you can always use an alligator type compression clip.
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no there are no Mic clips. we use the standard Mic clips in our church and it works fine. hope this helps, if not let me know.
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It has a mic on the clip, which means you must clip it near enough to your mouth (i.e. not on your belt) for the person you're calling to hear you. Also, even if you swap the earbuds for your own earbuds or headphones that have a mic and/or remote, the Clipper won't let you use your headphones' controls; it just passes audio through.
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There is a clip that clips onto my clothing, scarf or necklace (No Pin). The transmission when I talk goes directly to my husband's Phonax Hearing Aids. My husband has Meineires Disease and has a very serious 80% hearing loss in his right ear and a 45% loss in his left ear.... To talk with him without his mike, I must face him and be right in front of him. This mic has changed our lives.
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The mic does come with a clip. When we video, we will usually chip it onto something nearby so you don't see the mic in the video. The mic is pretty sensitive, so it will pick up movement noises.
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The Seller of GTD Audio, Audio-USA, recommended Tour Grade TMX407 Universal Microphone Clip. We asked. Ordered one. Have not used it. Mics stays either in hand or is constantly passed around. So we have not Ordered any more yet. With that said, all hand held Mics should be mounted on a Mic stand. We use them for Meetings & Presentation Q&A; Discussion. Hope this helps.
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Yes, they do have a mic with a clip that you can connect to your lapel or shirt collar.