Rode’s newest Wi-fi GO microphone system boasts 40 hours of on-board storage

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 know-how referred to as GainAssist.

It is a compression algorithm, of types, that may “dynamically steadiness audio ranges on-the-fly.” Rode says the system eliminates “the wild fluctuations usually present in a uncooked recording.” The corporate even says that there ought to be little-to-no enhancing required in submit when utilizing this method. 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 digital camera of some variety, so on-board storage gained’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 appropriate with all Rode Collection IV gadgets, together with the and . That is along with providing “common compatibility with cameras, smartphones and computer systems.”

There are locking lavalier connectors and an built-in LCD display screen for maintaining a tally of battery and audio sign ranges. Lastly, this method is on the market in a complete bunch of limited-edition colours, together with crimson, orange, pink and purple, amongst others. The Wi-fi GO II was solely obtainable 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 obtainable for $300. There’s additionally a devoted charging case, which is offered individually for $90.