Introducing the DJI Mic Mini: a Mini Wireless Receiver and a Micro-Simulator for High-Resolution Audio Recording

Although the DJI Mic Mini seems like an improvement over the DJI Mic 2 system in many ways, it’s not a replacement. The mics can only record backup audio on their own. If that’s a concern, you’ll need to rely on your recording software, such as DJI’s Mimo app, which can capture a second safety track at a lower volume to avoid clipping and distortion.

The mic transmitters can connect directly to smartphones and mobile devices over Bluetooth or to DJI devices, including the Osmo Action 5 Pro, Osmo Action 4, and Osmo Pocket 3. Two of them are connected to the mini wireless receiver simultaneously to boost the range to up to 400 meters. The receiver connects to other devices over USB-C, Lightning, or a 3.5mm audio cable and features a dial with five gain settings to adjust the level of incoming sound.

What’s cool about the Mic Mini is that you can buy the parts you want without paying the full $169 for the full system. If you do you get a receiver that plugs into your phone or camera, two transmitters that go on your body and a charging case that stores all three. Also included are a 3.5-mm TRS audio cable for connecting to a camera, a USB-C phone adapter, four windscreens, and a carrying pouch.

Alternatively, you can buy one receiver and one transmitter for $89. If you decide to add a second, you’ll have to pay $59 for the transmitters. And if something ever happens to the charging case, that’s $49. You don’t have to pay a flat price for an additional mic if you don’t need it.