Now that image creation pays more and more attention to texture, sound is actually one of the keys to determining the look and feel. A good wirelessmicrophone, not only must be stable, but also convenient and easy to use, and even good-looking.DJI Following the launch of the new Osmo last week Pocket 4 Finally, the latest DJI Mic Mini 2 mini wireless microphone launched today (21st) evening has made many changes from appearance to function. It not only upgrades the sound quality, but also adds more designs that are close to daily use, making recording easier and more personal. This seemingly small device actually hides many details worth looking at.
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Only 11 grams! DJI Mic mini 2 is officially on sale: 8 colors + 48 hours of battery life, not only lightweight but also fun!
When it comes to wireless microphones, many people’s first impression may still be that they are professional equipment, which are not small in size and have high barriers to use. However, in recent years, with the rise of Vlog, short videos and live broadcasts, the use of microphones has begun to become more daily, and it is more “easy to use”. The launch of DJI Mic Mini 2 this time is actually obviously evolving in this direction.
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The appearance becomes more personalized, and the appearance is directly improved
The most intuitive change of this generation is its appearance. In the past, wireless microphones were mostly low-key, but DJI Mic Mini 2 directly incorporates a multi-color magnetic front cover design, turning the product itself into a wearing accessory. The standard provides two choices of black and white. If you want to be more personalized, you can also replace the front cover with different colors, and you can play up to 8 styles.
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This kind of design actually meets the needs of current content creators. It is not only a recording tool, but also a camera. If the colors are matched well, the overall picture texture will naturally be enhanced. Coupled with the windproof fur covers in different colors, it is not only practical, but also more consistent in shooting.
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The presence of 11 grams can almost be ignored
In terms of weight, this transmitter is only 11 grams, which is really exaggeratedly light. It can be said that it is almost no burden and will not pull on clothes or affect the outfit like traditional microphones.
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The wearing method is also very flexible, it can be fixed with magnetic suction or with a back clip. The back clip also supports a rotating design. Whether it is used frontally, sideways or vice versa, the angle can be adjusted to align with the sound source. This kind of detail is actually very noticeable during actual shooting, especially when you need to quickly switch scenes without having to readjust the equipment all the time.
The storage design is very considerate, making it easier to take it out.
The storage part continues to have an integrated design, which is really important for people who often take photos outdoors. The charging box can directly put two transmitters and a receiver, and it can be stored without removing the accessories, including windproof fur covers, magnets and backpack clips.
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There is also a version designed for mobile phone use, which specifically stores mobile phone receivers and single transmitters. For those who are used to shooting with mobile phones, it will be more convenient to carry and more intuitive.
In addition to the sound quality upgrade, there is also a “sound style”
The sound quality part supports 48kHz 24-bit recording, which is already a mainstream high-quality specification. But what’s more interesting is that it adds three tone modes.
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Standard mode is more natural and balanced, suitable for most situations. The full mode will strengthen the low frequencies and make the sound thicker, suitable for interviews or speech-type content. Bright mode emphasizes high frequencies, making vocals clearer and making Vlog or narration recording more enjoyable.
This design is actually very smart. It can adjust the sound to a close to ideal state without post-production. It is very friendly to people who don’t have much experience in audio processing.
It can be used no matter how noisy the environment is, and the noise reduction performance is more practical.
In terms of radio environment, it provides two-stage noise reduction. Mild noise reduction can be used indoors to reduce background sounds such as the sound of air conditioners and fans while retaining the details of human voices. Outdoors, you can switch to strong noise reduction to combat complex noises such as cars and human voices.
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Paired with a windproof fleece, the effect will be more stable in windy environments. It is very practical for outdoor shooting or travel recording.
Recording safety mechanism to avoid key picture errors
This generation also adds several key protection features. For example, automatic limiting can prevent the sound from being suddenly too loud and causing popping sounds. There is also a safe track function, which will simultaneously record a backup sound with a volume lowered by 6 decibels. This design is actually to avoid the tragedy of “finding that the sound is broken when you get home”, which is very important for situations where the shooting needs to be completed in one go.
Transmission distance and connection capabilities further improved
In terms of connection capabilities, this device can reach a transmission distance of up to 400 meters, and the mobile phone has stable performance of about 300 meters. Great flexibility for outdoor shooting or long-distance recording. It also supports multi-device connection and can be used with cameras, mobile phones, tablets and even computers.
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Through DJI’s own OsmoAudio system, devices such as DJI Osmo Pocket 3 can even be connected directly without the need for additional receivers, making the overall use process simpler.
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In addition, it also supports hybrid connection, and transmitters of different models can be used together. For users who already have DJI ecological equipment, the scalability is very high.
Battery life is enough to last a whole day and more
The power performance is also impressive, with a single transmitter lasting 11.5 hours and the receiver about 10.5 hours. With the charging box, the total battery life can reach 48 hours. This means that no matter whether you are interviewing for a long time or shooting all day long, you don’t have to worry too much about battery problems. This is very important for users who need to record for a long time.
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DJI Mic Mini 2 sales information
at present DJI Mic Mini 2 It has been officially launched for sale. It is sold in a variety of package combinations in the Taiwan market. The main differences are the “number of transmitters” and “whether it is a mobile phone version.”
- Two sent and one received (including charging box): NT$2,690
- One payment and one payment: NT$1,590
- Mobile phone version, two sending and one receiving (including charging box): NT$2,190
- Mobile version send and receive (including charging box): NT$1,590
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In addition, DJI has also launched an artist collaboration, the DJI Mic Mini 2 Time Series magnetic front cover, which is also on sale simultaneously and priced at NT$910.
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Official special notice, the advanced version of Mic Mini 2S is also ready
In addition to this generation of products, DJI also officially announced the advanced version of Mic Mini 2S, which will include built-in recording and four-send and one-receive functions that many creators have been looking forward to. For creators who need more complex sound recording configurations, there will be more choices in the future.
Conclusion
Overall, DJI Mic Mini 2 is not just a specification upgrade, but a rearrangement of the user experience. From the appearance design to the operation process, it is obviously moving in a more daily and intuitive direction. Not only does it make recording easier, it also makes the process more fun.
If you are someone who usually shoots Vlogs, interviews, and records short videos, such a lightweight and easy-to-use wireless microphone will indeed make the overall creative process much smoother. Especially now that sound quality is becoming more and more important, a stable and easy-to-use sound recording tool is often the key to improving the quality of the work.
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Source: KOCPC Chinese