Rode, the Australian audio firm that loved breakthrough success with the Wi-fi Go and GO II, has unveiled a twin transmitter model of the extra inexpensive Wi-fi ME mic. If you are able to do with out onboard recording, the twin transmitter model might prevent from shopping for additional gear for a multi-mic setup.
As wi-fi clip-on digital mics have exploded in recognition with creators, the (single transmitter) Rode Wi-fi ME has been a well-liked price range ($149) different to the $299 GO II. This dual-transmitter mannequin is in any other case the identical because the single-mic model. So, you’ll get the identical Collection IV 2.4GHz digital transmission, Rode’s GainAssist tech and “common compatibility” with cameras, telephones and computer systems.
Additionally, just like the single-transmitter model of the Wi-fi ME, the brand new mannequin’s receiver consists of an additional “behind-camera” mic for a bonus audio supply. On this case, that theoretically offers you a 3rd mic — so long as your setup permits plugging it immediately into your recording system. It really works with the Rode Seize app (accessible for iOS and Android), which is aimed toward creators.
On condition that the Wi-fi ME is on the price range finish of Rode’s lineup, the identical compromises from the single-transmitter model apply. That features the shortage of a receiver show, onboard recording / storage or an choice to document a security monitor at a decrease acquire stage. In return for these tradeoffs, you’ll probably save a couple of bucks vs. the higher-end GO II.
We are saying “probably” as a result of Rode hasn’t but mentioned how a lot the dual-transmitter model will value. (The only-mic variant prices $150, so you possibly can in all probability assume will probably be extra.) The twin Wi-fi ME arrives this spring, so count on to listen to about pricing as its launch date approaches. It will likely be accessible in black and (for the primary time within the ME collection) white.
Rode has rising competitors on this area. JBL launched the same price range product — the $100 Quantum Stream — at CES 2024, and DJI simply revealed the Mic 2, together with a $349 dual-transmitter variant.
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