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RFI WARNING: The Zoom H1 (v1) has noticeable RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) when used at less than 5 FEET from an iPhone 13 Pro max. This is a major limitation, especially for LAV use, because if the recorder is in the pocket of a groom, and they have an iPhone somewhere in their coat, this is going to cause RFI. This newer, and smaller mic from Takstar is outputting a higher signal level than the older SGC-598. The only negatives are that this newer unit needs the LOW CUT filter turned on for this proximity, and no FURRY windscreen is available for this model (the older SGC-598 has a very affordable FURRY windscreen option, which is sometimes necessary for OUTDOOR vlogging). "BOOM" Proximity [35 inches / 88.8 cm] Zoom H1 (NO AUX. Amplifier) Takstar SGC-600 + Foam (Stock) WAV 24-bit/96kHz REC. SETTINGS Off REC. LOWCUT Off REC. LIMITER 50 REC. LEVEL AUX. SETTINGS AUX. BASS AUX. HIGH-LOW AUX. OUTPUT MIC. SETTINGS On MIC. LOWCUT N/A MIC. HIGH PASS +10 MIC. BOOST (RFI) RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE LESS THAN 1.1ft / 0.34m BETWEEN 1.1ft / 0.34m -2.2ft / 0.67m BETWEEN 2.2ft / 0.67m -3.3ft / 1m BETWEEN 3.3ft / 1m -4.4ft / 1.34m Published: April 30, 2022 at 7:04:24 PM REAL RATINGS After testing each microphone, I like to know if it sounds realistic (accurate lows/bass, mids, highs/treble) in combination with the recorder and/or AUX. amplifier, to see if it needs EQ. LOWS/BASS DO THE "LOWS" SOUND REAL? MIDS DO THE "MIDS" SOUND REAL? HIGHS/TREBLE DO THE "HIGHS" SOUND REAL? NOTES: RFI WARNING: The Zoom H1 (v1) has noticeable RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) when used at less than 5 FEET from an iPhone 13 Pro max. This is a major limitation, especially for LAV use, because if the recorder is in the pocket of a groom, and they have an iPhone somewhere in their coat, this is going to cause RFI. This newer, and smaller mic from Takstar is outputting a higher signal level than the older SGC-598. The only negatives are that this newer unit needs the LOW CUT filter turned on for this proximity, and no FURRY windscreen is available for this model (the older SGC-598 has a very affordable FURRY windscreen option, which is sometimes necessary for OUTDOOR vlogging). Keep in mind, these settings will not establish the exact level you'll need for every scene (where the audio level "bounces" around -12) but my goal is to provide a good starting point (that comes out clean, after boosting in post). It's also important to use these "recommended settings" for my microphone-specific EQ files to work properly (they won't work as intended if any of the "audio variables" are different). The EQ file was created to correct any sonic imperfections of the microphone or wind protection (foam, furry) and have been created with Audacity (the free audio editor) to make them as affordable as possible. Also, it's important to always monitor (accurate headphones) your audio while recording so you can hear any problems and make any changes needed to your audio. GAFFER TAPE SUPPLIED BY

This test (and almost all of my tests at the "VLOG" proximity) was with a FURRY windscreen, but sad to say, even with the official FURRY windscreen from Rode (the VMPR Deadcat) this combo can't handle either wind noise (OUTDOORS) or background noise (such as fans, air conditioners, etc.) INDOORS. What's interesting is that the Zoom H1 (the older version of this audio recorder) didn't have as much of a problem, but I know the internals (chips, A/D converters, etc.) are different in this newer version, so I just wouldn't recommend this combo for this "VLOG" proximity. "VLOG" Proximity [22 inches / 55.5 cm] Zoom H1n Rode VideoMic Pro R Windscreen: FOAM + FURRY (Stock) WAV 24-bit/96kHz REC. SETTINGS 160 Hz REC. LOWCUT OFF REC. LIMITER 5.5 REC. LEVEL AUX. SETTINGS AUX. BASS AUX. HIGH-LOW AUX. OUTPUT MIC. SETTINGS ON MIC. LOWCUT N/A MIC. HIGH PASS +20 MIC. BOOST (RFI) RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE LESS THAN 1.1ft / 0.34m BETWEEN 1.1ft / 0.34m -2.2ft / 0.67m BETWEEN 2.2ft / 0.67m -3.3ft / 1m BETWEEN 3.3ft / 1m -4.4ft / 1.34m Published: May 4, 2022 at 9:25:09 PM REAL RATINGS After testing each microphone, I like to know if it sounds realistic (accurate lows/bass, mids, highs/treble) in combination with the recorder and/or AUX. amplifier, to see if it needs EQ. LOWS/BASS DO THE "LOWS" SOUND REAL? MIDS DO THE "MIDS" SOUND REAL? HIGHS/TREBLE DO THE "HIGHS" SOUND REAL? NOTES: This test (and almost all of my tests at the "VLOG" proximity) was with a FURRY windscreen, but sad to say, even with the official FURRY windscreen from Rode (the VMPR Deadcat) this combo can't handle either wind noise (OUTDOORS) or background noise (such as fans, air conditioners, etc.) INDOORS. What's interesting is that the Zoom H1 (the older version of this audio recorder) didn't have as much of a problem, but I know the internals (chips, A/D converters, etc.) are different in this newer version, so I just wouldn't recommend this combo for this "VLOG" proximity. Keep in mind, these settings will not establish the exact level you'll need for every scene (where the audio level "bounces" around -12) but my goal is to provide a good starting point (that comes out clean, after boosting in post). It's also important to use these "recommended settings" for my microphone-specific EQ files to work properly (they won't work as intended if any of the "audio variables" are different). The EQ file was created to correct any sonic imperfections of the microphone or wind protection (foam, furry) and have been created with Audacity (the free audio editor) to make them as affordable as possible. Also, it's important to always monitor (accurate headphones) your audio while recording so you can hear any problems and make any changes needed to your audio. GAFFER TAPE SUPPLIED BY

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