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DJI Mic 3 drops in US; studio sound starts at $99

Tech giant DJI has unveiled its latest audio innovation: the ultralight DJI Mic 3 wireless microphone. And the good news is, unlike other recent DJI releases, Mic 3 is in stock and available to buy in the United States from today, with prices for a single clip-on transmitter starting at just $99.

The Mic 3 advantage: Packed with pro features

The Mic 3 builds on the pedigree of its predecessors: from the Mic 2 through the compact Mic Mini. It arrives with significant upgrades:

  • Supports up to four transmitters and eight receivers, ideal for multi-camera shoots or group recordings.
  • Offers the brand’s first adaptive gain control (Automatic and Dynamic modes), three voice tone presets (Regular, Rich, Bright), and two-level active noise cancelling.
  • Delivers dual-file internal recording: 24-bit and first-in-its-line 32-bit float recordings, with 32 GB onboard storage.
  • Transmitter weighs just 16 g, with a rotating clip and color-matched windscreen options—versatile and discreet.
  • Built-in 400 m range, automatic 2.4/5 GHz frequency hopping, plus an all-in-one charging case that extends battery life to a whopping 28 hours.
  • Includes timecode support, ensuring multi-camera sync remains perfect across a 24-hour span.
  • Seamlessly integrates with DJI’s ecosystem (Osmo 360, Action 5 Pro, Pocket 3), while also offering traditional connectivity via 3.5 mm outputs and USB-C, plus Bluetooth for smartphones.

This combination of features makes the Mic 3 both a creative powerhouse and a workflow game-changer. It’s roughly half the size of the Mic 2 and brings next-level capability to professional audio workflows.

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What’s happening with DJI in the US?

DJI’s expanded US availability of Mic 3 comes amid growing hurdles for the brand:

  • US Customs has been detaining certain DJI drone shipments under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, despite the company’s denials and claims of compliance.
  • The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act mandates a formal national-security audit of DJI by December. If no review occurs, DJI’s products risk automatic placement on the FCC’s “Covered List”, effectively banning new gear.
  • Meanwhile, DJI stock is drying up across US retailers — and the Mavic 4 Pro never officially launched domestically, though some units are available through third-party retailers.
  • Broader national-security investigations and trade moves, including Section 232 probes into imported drones, could raise tariffs or further limit imports.

Mic 3 strikes a fortuitous moment: when access to DJI hardware is uncertain, this US-available audio tool offers a lifeline for creators, educators, and professionals.

Given the uncertainty surrounding DJI’s US status and the fact that Mic 3 is available right now, this might be the best time to invest in DJI’s cutting-edge audio tech. The Mic 3’s intelligent adaptive gain, high dynamic range recording, long battery life, and multi-transmitter flexibility deliver serious creative value.

Additionally, DJI’s Mic line has proven its worth: from the solid Mic 2 to the ultraportable Mic Mini, the evolution culminates in the Mic 3 — empowering podcasters, video journalists, educators, and filmmakers with premium sound that’s lightweight, reliable, and ready for the real world.

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Ishveena Singh is a versatile journalist and writer with a passion for drones and location technologies. She has been named as one of the 50 Rising Stars of the geospatial industry for the year 2021 by Geospatial World magazine.