Smartphones these days have incredible cameras that are capable of taking smooth, sharp video, but the microphones are often lacking, to say the least. A wireless lavalier microphone can dramatically improve the audio quality of your videos, whether you’re the only one talking, or if you’re getting audio from multiple people.
The DJI Mic 3 is one of the best options, and it’s currently discounted to $219 (usually $259) at several retailers, including Best Buy, B&H Photo, and Amazon. The bundle includes two microphones, a receiver unit that connects to your phone or camera, a charging case, power and audio cables, and four windscreens to reduce noise while recording outside.
DJI made a number of improvements to the Mic 3 over previous generations to flesh out the feature set and improve compatibility. The receiver stores 32GB of audio, up from 8GB, with support for both 24-bit and 32-bit floating points, and has a built-in screen for checking battery levels and connection status. The included magnetic clips let you easily attach the transmitters to clothing or hats.
There are also features that help these microphones work in less-than-ideal recording conditions. They offer two levels of noise reduction, and active gain control to reign in any unexpected loud noises. Each microphone can run for about eight hours on a single charge, with the receiver at a slightly longer ten hours. The charging case provides at least two full charges for the set.