Rode has announced the latest version of its acclaimed Wireless GO microphone system. The 3rd generation kit has many new features, especially when compared to the 2021 Wireless GO II.
The microphone enables 32-bit float onboard recording, allowing audio to be captured directly into the receiver. The system can store up to 40 hours of footage internally and includes a new technology called GainAssist.
This is a type of compression algorithm that “dynamically adjusts the balance of audio levels on the fly.” Lord says the system eliminates “the wild fluctuations often seen in live recordings.” The company even says that very little editing in post is required when using this system. If the algorithm goes wrong, the microphone contains a secondary storage channel that records a dry copy of the audio.
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Most users will use these microphones connected to some kind of camera, so onboard storage is not required. Rode said the new Wireless GO system can operate up to 260 meters away from the receiver, as long as the receiver is within line-of-sight. The company also says it’s compatible with all Rode Series IV devices, including the RodeCaster Pro II and Rodecaster Video. This is in addition to offering “universal compatibility with cameras, smartphones, and computers.”
It has a locking lavalier connector and a built-in LCD screen to monitor battery and audio signal levels. Finally, this system comes in a number of limited edition colors, including red, orange, pink, and purple, among others. The Wireless GO II only came in black and white.
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This latest Wireless GO microphone kit comes with one receiver, two transceivers, a charging hub, several windshields, and lots of cables. Available for $300. There’s also a dedicated charging case, sold separately for $90.
