DJI Mic 3 has been officially announced and content creators are excited. DJI has packed a lot of cutting edge technology into a tiny package that will give camera operators with more than two people to mic up, a massive leg up.
That’s because Mic 3 features 4TX + 8RX capability. Not only does Mic 3 support four transmitters to a single receiver, a single mic can also beam to eight receivers. So if you have a big shoot with many cameras, Mic 3 is a cheap solution. This is a fantastic recording device but it’s missing something pros need … an input for a lav or lapel microphone. I’m hoping we’ll soon see a pro version than not only has a 3.5mm socket but a charging case that carries 4 wireless microphones.
Although frustrating not to have this capability I can see the wider creator community going nuts for the Mic 3. Let’s break it down.
Small but Mighty
The DJI Mic 3 Transmitter is compact and discreet, weighing just 16 grams. The microphone angle can be flexibly adjusted with the detachable, rotating clip. It can be worn with either a magnetic or a clip-on attachment. The DJI Mic 3 windscreens can also be purchased in five different colours to easily match clothing or the environment. The all-in-one charging case holds two transmitters and one receiver. The transmitters can be stored without needing to remove the windscreen and magnetic clip. There is also space for the magnets and locking cables.
Recording Quality
Mic 3 has two Adaptive Gain Control modes. Automatic mode suppresses sudden volume spikes and prevents clipping. Meanwhile, Dynamic mode automatically adjusts gain in response to volume changes, ensuring consistent loudness.
It also has tone presets: Regular, Rich, and Bright. Not everyone sounds the same so this feature tunes voices, boosting low frequencies to reduce muddiness or enhancing high frequencies to improve clarity. Added to all this is two-level active noise cancelling. And despite its size, Mic 3 sends uncompressed 48kHz 24-bit audio directly to the receiver.
With two internal recording specifications – either 24-bit or 32-bit floating point – Mic 3 provides peace of mind if the transmission is disrupted. Timecode data is also embedded during internal recording. DJI claims within a 24 hour period, the timecode won’t deviate for more than one frame.
Made for Big Events
Mic 3 is the only mini wireless microphone that can support up to four transmitters and eight receivers at once. There are other four mic systems but this one is unique. When set to Quadraphonic mode, the DJI Mic 3 Receiver—paired with select Sony cameras or computer software—supports independent output of four audio tracks. Again, defying its small size, Mic 3 features a reported range of 400 metres, assisted by automatic frequency hopping between 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands.
Battery Life
DJI says a fully charged Mic 3 transmitter lasts up to eight hours, and the receiver lasts up to 10 hours. The charging case provides 2.4 full charges, achieving 28 hours of extended use. A five-minute quick-charge can power the DJI Mic 3 for two hours, while just 50 minutes is needed for a full charge. Auto Power-Savings puts the receiver and transmitter to sleep if not in use, while Auto Power-Off turns them off after a period of inactivity.
Ecosystem
With a direct connection to the DJI OsmoAudio ecosystem, DJI Mic 3 pairs with Osmo 360, Osmo Action 5 Pro, Osmo Action 4, or Osmo Pocket 3 without a receiver, delivering premium audio while minimising the amount of gear needed and simplifying a creator’s workflow. To connect with other devices, Mic 3 features a locking 3.5mm TRS output port, a 3.5mm TRRS monitoring port, and a USB-C port. It can also connect directly to smartphones via Bluetooth without a receiver.
Pricing and Availability
DJI Mic 3 is available now.
- DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case): A$569
- DJI Mic 3 (1 TX + 1 RX): A$369
The DJI Mic 3 Receiver and DJI Mic 3 Transmitter can also be purchased separately at A$219 and A$189 each respectively.
The DJI Mic 3 Charging Case is A$129.
Accessories
- DJI Mic Series Camera Adapter: A$49
- DJI Mic 3 Multi-Color Windscreens: A$39
- DJI Mic 3 Mobile Phone Adapter: A$39
