XLR Mic into Sony A7iv (or any mirrorless camera) - with a USB Audio Interface

An in depth walk through of a fairly simple audio signal chain to get (most likely) better audio recorded into your hybrid-style mirrorless cameras like the Sony A7iv, Panasonic GH5, Sony A7iii, etc....with ANY XLR microphone like a Shure SM58, or any dynamic or condenser mic.

In this long version, I go through not only how to physically set this up (which is the easy part), but I also walk through proper gain structure of not only your microphone and USB audio interface, but also your camera's audio settings so you can get the cleanest sound.

This video came about because of a question I received on my other video where I recorded my audio into my Panasonic GH5 using a Shure SM58 and a simple adapter cable, that video can be seen here:    • XLR mic with your camera without an X...  

This is just another method, but remember to always gain structure your entire system for optimal performance.

Lastly HERE is the link to TLDR Filmmaker’s video where I learned about the Sony Mic limiter/Distortion problem when set to “3 or less:”    • Sony A7sIII Audio Distortion Problem ...  

I hope this video is helpful to you!!

XLR Cable (mic to 2i2, Any standard XLR cable will work: https://amzn.to/44NLr7c
3.5mm to dual 1/4” TS Cable (2i2 to Sony A7iv Camera): https://amzn.to/3LFSVT9
USB-C to USB-C Cable (Anker - 2i2 to computer): https://amzn.to/460gcXi


Below are some affiliate links to most of the gear I use to make my videos, happy recording!

Audio Gear I use:
Awesome shotgun mic that's also a USB Mic: https://amzn.to/3j1nW5b
Industry Standard Headphones, Sony MDR-7506: https://amzn.to/3FOfoIG
Rode Wireless Go II: https://amzn.to/3dr9gwO
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Cameras used to film this video:
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Panasonic 12mm f1.4 for Micro Four Thirds: https://amzn.to/3KNtkWy

Low-Angle camera shot:
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Other cool camera gear I use:
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Smallrig Mini Tripod: https://amzn.to/3JQd0Ud
Articulating arm for my microphone: https://amzn.to/3f8Km2p
Backup and Cheap Microphone - Movo VXR10: https://amzn.to/3G9EUbi
K&F Concept Camera Tripod (Goes up to almost 7 feet!!): https://amzn.to/3f7x3zi
External Monitor, Atomos Shinobi: https://amzn.to/3tfxTSH
For Recording Externally with my Sony A7iii: https://amzn.to/3JUwZB2

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