DJI’s Mic 2 is an incredible kit for video production. The tiny wireless microphone can record clean 32-bit float audio stand-alone, or send audio directly to a camera or phone. It’s designed to be worn on clothing. It’s so good that it can even be used as a traditional microphone—though you’ll need to mount it on a tripod or arm.
Custom 3D printed mount
While mounts are available, I wanted to design a part specifically for testing. Most existing designs use a clip to snap the microphone into place, which feels like a missed opportunity—especially since the microphone already comes with a magnet. That’s why I designed a custom part.
The block I designed in roughly 15 minutes includes a cavity for the microphone’s magnet, allowing it to snap neatly into place. To connect the block to the standard 1/4″ thread used on tripods or magic arms, I used a brass insert. After printing the block, you simply place the insert over a slightly undersized hole and gently press it in using a hot soldering iron. The heated brass insert melts its way into position. Once everything cools down, the result is a solid, permanently bonded part.
Final design and benefits
The final mount costs less than €0.50 to produce and prints in roughly half an hour. More importantly, it allows me to place mounts exactly where I want to use the DJI Mic 2 on a regular, temporary basis. In my studio, I can hang two slightly above my desk for a podcast setup. They can also be mounted on tabletop tripods for on-the-move podcasting.
In the end, this part saved me a full day of delivery time and roughly €40. On top of that, it’s actually more practical than the commercially available options.
Download the design for free
Got a 3D printer and a need for this part? Download the STL file for free and let me know how it turned out.
Author:
Steven van de Staak
