Can I connect an external lavalier mic into this camcorder?
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I returned the camcorder I bought, replaced with a Nikon digital camera that took HD video of superior quality. Don't buy...
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You can but the XLR -USB calble will need to have it's own A/D convereter. This is what you are looking for. HDE 10ft/3m XLR Female to USB 2.0 Cable Instruments/Microphones - BlackCheck this video out toohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY_C3EBiNy0
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I don't know. But it works with my rode video mic pro. If I want to connect it to a xlr input
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Works with any camcorder/ DSLR that has a microphone input jack (mini plug or xlr )
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I don't see why you couldn't connect it if you have a 3.5 mm adapter, although I have never done that before. Not sure how it sounds when recording but to give you a suggestion, you might want to look for a different product because to me it doesn't seem like a good choice if you're trying to record a voice or something else. It's mostly good for live situations, like if you're plugging it into an amp to have a jam session. Hope this helps!
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No -- you can plug in other microphones (high impedance types that use the mini-plug). The problem is that you'd likely want a way to mount the microphone to the camera...however the hot shoe (often used for external mic's like a shotgun mic) is occupied by the SEMA-1 itself. Some have modified theirs to stick a cold shoe on top (some pre-drilling and very small screws). Or perhaps using a bracket that attaches below the camera (with the tripod mount) could work. For my video work, I've taken to just using the SEMA-1 with the included mic to have an audio track to sync an external recorder (like a Zoom H4N) to the video. That way I can use (relatively) inexpensive condensor mic's with xlr cabling. Like the Marshall MXL 603s's I just found on ebay.
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Hi, this Sony Camcorder doesn't have any microphone jack (IN) for external mic. -Ely
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I am considering those suggestions but i gotta be sure those cameras do have an external microphone output so i can use the Azden WMS-PRO Wireless Microphone System with.
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Yes i would recommend a external microphone for this model camcorder. The internal microphone is a little weak for sound pickup when subjects are a small distance away even turned all the way up.
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Unfortunately no. The microphone takes a standard XLR cable to connect and you need a preamp and phantom power to get the microphone working. Your best bet would be to buy an audio interface.
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While the camera does not have a standard external microphone input, it does have a micro usb multiport that could be used to record from a microphone with a micro usb connector. Adapters are available to convert the inputs from a microphone with a 1/8" or 1/4" plug connection. I am not sure about xlr configurations. Microphones with micro usb connectors are also available. You could also use a standard usb connector with a micro adaptor.
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hey thanks for the info! as it turns out, my camera DOES have a mic input. boy do I feel stupid :) but i guess I won't need this one after all. I do think that it would work in a pinch, and thanks again for taking the time to respond-SelArom
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There is a built in condenser mic as well as a 3.5mm jack for an external mic if you wish to use that instead. From the manual: "You can also use commercially available microphones. Connect the external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect almost any stereo microphone with a 3.5mm plug but audio levels may vary."
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I had 0 success trying to use my older H2 as an external microphone for other devices. Perhaps they've adapted the H2n to be able to do this.
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No external mics included, you have to buy a kit that contains 2 external mics. Which is what I did.
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Although it can be done, The manufacturer does not recommend connecting the mic directly. Quite frankly, it's a pretty flimsy and unsubstantial piece of gear. I've moved up to a Focusrite Scarlet. Much much better.
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You need a regular mic cable (xlr ends). It connects the output of one into the input of another.