Rode simply introduced the newest iteration of its well-regarded Wi-fi GO microphone system. The third-gen equipment brings loads of new options to the desk, particularly when in comparison with .
The microphone permits for 32-bit float on-board recording and audio could be captured on to the receiver. The system permits as much as 40 hours of footage, saved internally, and features a new expertise referred to as GainAssist.
It is a compression algorithm, of types, that can “dynamically balance audio levels on-the-fly.” Rode says the system eliminates “the wild fluctuations typically found in a raw recording.” The corporate even says that there must be little-to-no modifying required in publish when utilizing this technique. If the algorithm makes a mistake, the microphone features a secondary storage channel that data a dry copy of the audio.
Most customers will use these microphones linked to a digicam of some type, so on-board storage received’t be wanted. Rode says that the brand new Wi-fi GO system can function as much as 260 meters from the receiver, as long as it is within the line of sight. The corporate additionally says that it’s suitable with all Rode Collection IV units, together with the and . That is along with providing “universal compatibility with cameras, smartphones and computers.”
There are locking lavalier connectors and an built-in LCD display for keeping track of battery and audio sign ranges. Lastly, this technique is accessible in a complete bunch of limited-edition colours, together with purple, orange, pink and purple, amongst others. The Wi-fi GO II was solely out there in black and white.
This up to date Wi-fi GO microphone equipment comes with one receiver, two transceivers, a charging hub, a couple of windshields and loads of cables. It is out there for $300. There’s additionally a devoted charging case, which is bought individually for $90.
