Rode Wireless Go II VS Hollyland Lark 150 - Best Wireless Microphone for 2 People?
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- Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
- In this comparison of 2-person wireless mics, we pit the Rode Wireless Go II against the Hollyland Lark 150 (known for having the smallest and lightest transmitters). Which microphone system is the best?
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0:51 - How I Use Wireless Mic Systems
1:21 - Hollyland vs Saramonic
2:16 - Hollyland Lark 150 Best Features
4:43 - Rode Wireless Go II vs Hollyland Lark 150 - Common Features
6:45 - Hollyland - Pros
8:00 - Hollyland - Cons
10:35 - Rode - Pros
11:50 - Rode - Cons
14:10 - Sample Footage
17:38 - The Conclusion
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I personally bought the Hollyland over the Rode and the Saramonic. The only advantage the Rode has over the Hollyland and the Saramonic is the internal recording, but it is also its own shortcoming because it needs its specialty software to extract the audio and pick particular audio files, and it creates dependency on Rode to continue support this software tool on the long run, had they made audio simple wave files.
Also Rode is the only one yet that doesn't offer a battery case wich sucks having to have 3 separate cables to charge them individually. And Rode is the most expensive one if you have to add the lav mics and the accessories the competition has added to their products.
For me the Saramonic was a clear last place with the biggest charging case and awkward decision of usb charging ports in the transmitters and receiver, and I noticed that the Saramonic has a noticeable latency, which is workable, but undesirable.
Now to the Hollyland, the best value right now especially at the lower price point. But exposing the bads right away, I'm very disappointed that Hollyland didn't bother to have a English firmware update tool, having to figure a Chinese tool with English manual sucks, but there is one guy on RUclips with a lengthy but clear how to guide and it fixes the issue of displaying battery drawing fast wich got fixed in firmware update, battery life is very decent considering its tiny size.
For me the Hollyland offered the smallest and most portable charging case and yet you get control to its every feature without the need for external apps or software tools, I wish it would have a usb-c in each unit for back up way of charging, but maybe on the 2nd generation. No latency whatsoever and it offers most accessories you'll need to use this unit out of the box, EXCEPT a tiny dead cat muffler for windy days, it came with extra spongy muffs, so now I'm hunting third party dead cats. I'm quite happy with it and how easy it is to use and how quality the product feels on the hand.
I got enticed for the Rode, but I've come to appreciate the charging case of the Hollyland and it feels like regressing in progress going back to multiple charging cables and cable management mess. The internal recording feature is a plus worth overlooking the proprietary software needed to get to the files for some people, right now I do the same by adding a Zoom H1n between the mics and the receiver for a safety/backup audio file, so it takes extra hardware to do the same job and adds bulk, however the files are already usable out of the box and I just need to pop out the sd card. Ideally it would be awesome to have these tiny transceivers had internal recording AND micro sd card slot for easy audio file transfer.
The only reason one should consider the Saramonic was for the money savings, and I don't particularly like much or dislike the LCD display on every unit to drain the transmitter battery, but now with the Hollyland cheaper just go for the Hollyland, it's easier to use and won't disappoint you.
For the Hollyland I can't stress how frustrating was figuring how to upgrade the firmware, but although the tool. Is in Chinese, it's actually straightforward once you see the video, the caveat is that it's only doable on windows at this time and you need to extract the software on the general C drive in your PC which I have never seen that before so it feels sketchy, I run antivirus and Anti-Malware just in case and you also download the firmware update software in a Google drive bin, which is unusual and adds to my sketchy flags. But it did work as intended and the firmware update was most welcome to clear the battery indication error.
If you're not in a hurry to get a wireless system or upgrade your current I'd wait because very soon more wireless mic systems will record internally and 32bit float recording will be a normal reality and I feel confident pricing will remain competitive.
I'm glad I chose the Hollyland and I hope it will last for me for some years to come. I highly recommend over the Saramonic and the Rode. I have other Rode products and I nearly got the wireless go first Gen, and I'm glad I waited for the Hollyland.
Thank you for reading my long point of view and I'm glad your channel finally got the three major wireless systems to test 😁👍
Our biggest issues with the Hollyland so far have been 1) the lower battery life and 2) it's too easy to accidentally mute the transmitters. Other than that, we love the small size.
Thanks for the detailed post. I was tempted to sell my Hollyland for the Go II, but with the stuff you mentioned, I will keep the Hollyland.
@@digitalvizun5678 glad it helped you. I'm very happy with my Hollyland so far, and I don't think I'll be upgrading anytime soon. Technology changes so fast so if you're patient in a year or two chances are new wireless systems worth upgrading will come.
These are new products and companies have a lot to improve. In the meantime, enjoy your Hollyland and take the best out of it. 😎👍
@@williamaungleyraud You're absolutely right. Thanks again.
You bring up a good point about software support down the line and I may go with the Hollyland myself, Chinese firmware notwithstanding. The fact it has virtually no latency is also good, the Saramonic, not so good. If anything, I'd have gotten the Sramonic Blink 500 Pro, over the Blink 500. I had been waffling between the Hollyland, the Saramonic and the Rode, the Rode looked to be the top choice, but now the Hollyland may be it.
I was also looking at a way to add audio to two camera, but realizing there is synchronizing in some video editing software, and my old Premiere Pro has it, not as big a deal when doing A/B camera work, that is, one camera, in this case the GoPro strapped to my head near the lawnmower say for the audio, the canon Vixia on a tripod shooting me mowing, but further away can now be sync'd up, using the GoPro's audio, or an external audio, such as the Zoom or Tascam recorders.
I'd go for the solo version that is in the pipeline for preorder, that is, it has one transmitter and receiver, but room for a second one you can buy for $89 to make it a full 2 person duo when I need a second transmitter.
Also your point about the internal audio capability and how it's not easily extracted due to the proprietary format, that requires the software that ONLY is accessed by computer a poor design on Rode's point helps to help me make a decision on the Hollyland.
What was the guy you mention that cracked the Chinese download tool? I know I can Google it but this insures I get what you were referring to.
Wow! What a great review. Thank you!
Very comprehensive review! Thankyou!
Amazing detailed reveiw! Thank you !
Thank you so much this video was very helpful
well done review!
thank you!!!
Excellent presentation!
Thanks again great info!!
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to me the Rode wins the audio quality by far... idk it just sounds clearer to me
Hi! I would like to ask you if you know which is the minimum distance from the speaker to the transmitter to get a clear audio? Thanks, your video is pretty good and detailed! ♥️
Great comparison demo/ review guys! 👌
Thank you Paul! 😊
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Thank you for your review.
I'm looking for a review of Hollyland Lark 150.
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Great content. Please apply a de-esser on your RUclips audio. It’s quite sibilant.
Thanks for the review I am going to try the hollyland. What sold me was the mountain very beautiful, I forgot I was suppose to be listening to the audio
Lol! We always try to find scenic places to test our gear 😄
Knowing full well that it's subjective, I much preferred your samples with the Rode Wireless Go II over the Hollyland when on the trail. To me, the Hollyland sounded a little hollow compared to the Rode which had a fuller sound (At least on my JBL monitors). Thanks so much for this comparison as I'm trying to decide between the two. Rode generally has a two-year warranty, does Hollyland offer the same?
Good Info. I had the Saramonic and didn't open it because the Rode came out that week. But from watching your and others videos on the Rode I ended sending the Saramonic back. The charging case is very handy to have but what's important is reliability when recording. One test you should do is the line of sight. I think the Rode will perform the best plus you have a backup. I think you will have a bad day if you record all day with the audio dropping in and out.
Yes, the backup recording on the Rode is invaluable if you tend to drift far from the camera. We'll do distance testing in the official Rode Wireless Go II review, coming soon.
That rode onboard headphone monitoring via usb type c is confusing, are they saying with a mirrorless camera or using it with a smartphones
I was bought the Rode ii after few weeks it released, so far I'm satisfied with its audio quality, but I have a question between audio input level and gain range after my friend recently asked the opinion for choosing the wireless microphone set, and then I noticed Hollyland Lark 150
What is the correct understanding between the Audio Input Level and the Gain Range?
After I watched 16:42 , I feel the audio sensitivity of Lark 150 is better which I can little bit clearly hear both of your voices with little roadway noise than the Rode II did, is it because of the Lark 150 has the most lowest audio input level of -65 dBV compared to Rode II is -20 dBV (Max) ?
Hi, Thank you for helping us out! I would like to know which lav mic are you wearing in this video?
Rode!
I watched a video with the audio recorded with the Hollyland Lark on a iphone and the audio latency was quite noticeable. I watched your video when you were in the snow videoing with the GoPro and it was noticeable also. It bothers me when the audio doesn't match up with the lip movement when a person is speaking. Sound quality is good.
Thank You for such an informative comparison. On a side note, the outdoor footage was so good what camera and lens did you use ?
All of the outdoor footage was shot on the GoPro Hero 9.
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I would love to see you review the boya and the Poco mics as well. Those are two that I'm thinking of getting just because of their size and how they're set up.
Interesting. Haven't heard of those mics.
After watching this and your last comparison video, I just want the Rode with a charging case and lav mics for $329-$349. The onboard recording is definitely worth paying more for, but the overall price comparatively makes them uncompetitive.
hey one question can i use any of these with the gimble for iPhone?
That's a really nice content of yours, I'm deciding between Rode and Hollyland and this video has some really valuable info. For me the bulky rechargeable and proprietary box to recharge is a no go: USB ports on Rode's allow use of common powerbank with double USB ports (they are kindda cheap nowadays), also, apparently one charge of Rode is equivalent to three charges of Hollyland. Only thing I missed was comparison of size and weight of the receivers: it may not be huge think for DSLRs owners but for small action cams (like GoPro or Insta360R) this may be a driver for purchase decision, and for that parameter Rode equipment seems smaller and lighter. Probably will stick with Rode because I feel it offers considerably more.
Fair point about size and weight. Hollyland is smaller and lighter than Rode, but not by much.
what do you think about the Hollyland lark M1?
Since this vlog, have you heard anything about DJI microphone? Do you know of anyone who has tested/used the DJI mike?
Hi Suzy very nice video. Have you tried the DJI system? What is your opinion?
I haven't tried DJI. It is probably a good system, however, it is DJI's first ever microphone system, so unsure of how it will hold up over time. On the other hand, Rode has been exclusively making mic products dot much longer, so I would trust the longevity of their products.
Nice review! One Lark 150 big cons for me, as a mac user, it is firmware update that is available only for windows PC! I hope they will deliver it, in future, also for Mac users. 😉
Bro you are on a Mac, just use boot camp and you have windows and a Mac
I just got my GoPro hero 10 a couple weeks ago and during my learning journey I keep finding my way back to your channel.
Thank you for your content, i wasn't expecting to find your channel while looking into the lark 150 but I'm glad I did
So glad to hear that. I hope the mic has been working out well for you 😀
This was an extremely helpful comparison/review. Given the sound quality being so close (and other features and options) it really comes down to price, shame on Rode for not including lav mics. It’s also strange, not like it’s a big deal but the piano glossy finish is questionable. Then there’s the necessary work around to monitor audio, no charging case and having to plug into a computer is really Stone Age thinking. I know, they say an ISO version is in the works, it should have been first and I’ll believe it when I see it.
Agreed on all accounts. But with that said, Rode has always been a slightly more premium product and based on past experience, their audio quality via lav mics is among the best, so I understand them not including the lavs. I trust that at some point a phone app version of Rode Central will come soon -- the sooner the better!
Your link to Rode Go II says invalid and the one in the bottom section is to the old version.
i just bought today hollyland. . I suppose to buy the rodo but when I saw the volume adjuster I was so excited and I went for hollyland. also quality was far bettr to me than rodo. regarding distance of transmitter both were the same. I am not sure about the battery life. they toldme both are the same almost
There was so much info, I think I got confused. The Hollyland only charges in the charging box, correct? But how is the charging box connected to power? USB cable or to the wall? I'm worried because you said it was at 50% in one hour. And if I have to charge using a wall outlet, that's a deal breaker unless the charging box has a built in large battery. Once again, thanks for the great video!
Sorry! This was the 4th video I've made on wireless mics and was trying not to be too repetitive. The charging box has a built-in battery that is recharged via USB-C. Honestly, the low battery life on the Hollyland plus the lack of mute lock is a dealbreaker for me. I prefer the Rode or the Saramonic instead.
Great review. In your opinion: which is the best option for a bad acoustic room, with a lot of reberveration? (For recording two persons dialogue for a short fim -wireless option of course-).
I would go with the Rode Wireless Go 2 with a wired lav mic. Have been using it regularly for 6 months now and it is the most reliable. If you can, add some sound dampening blankets and acoustic foam panels to the room. Both help a lot with reducing echo and reverb.
@@Gemini_Connect thanks!
Great comparison.
For me, the backup recording on the transmitter is a new, critical must-have. But so are lav mics. (I hate how distracting the transmitters are when used alone.) So how much more do you need to spend for lav mics comparable to Rode's? The Rode lavs seem really expensive to me... or am I wrong?
Quality lav mics are pricey -- the Rode lav mics are pretty on point in terms of that. In our experience with Rode, the lav mic quality is worth the cost. But we do use cheaper lavs occasionally and the sound is pretty good...it honestly warrants a video to test all of this out. Stay tuned! 😉
@@Gemini_Connect Looking forward to that.
I like your videos
Would be nice to have a comparaison with this inexpensive wireless system.
CaTeFo Star200 T2
There are soooo many low cost wireless mic systems all of a sudden. Hard to keep up with them all!
Which one is best for recording while riding my bike? I want to record video while riding...so would I attach it to my phone? Not sure how this works. If I attach to my phone does it record on the video audio AS WELL AS each unit?
If you have the Rode, it can record audio directly to the mic unit, and/or to your phone.
Have you tried the the new Lark M1? How do you think they compare to the others.
Haven't tried it yet, but it looks like a great super compact option if you don't need a wired lav mic to plug in.
The Rode picked up your voice quite a bit more (listening on the iPhone) but your partners voice didn’t sound different on either mics.
For people on a budget, the Hollyland seems a better deal.
Oh also is there a way you can hear each other if you guys are farther away from each..? like attach earphones or buds to the units? Not sure how this works...important questions tho lol
There's no way to hear audio from both microphones, so you would need a separate walkie talkie setup for that.
I heard the video comparison over my KRK studio monitors, It was obvious that the Rode mics had better sound quality,
Fantastic Review of 2 systems that I'm deciding between. Question: Do you know if the the Lark has the option of exporting audio in 32 bit float like the Rode system does? That's a HUGE feature that I don't think too many people talk about. Thanks again.
Hmmm I don't know about that.
Just a dream mic i wish i could get these stufffs but couldn't as well not affordable for us
I like the Holllyland 150, love the charging case. The analog sound controls. I'm waiting to see if they put out a newer version. Rode Go II seems too awkward with the App controller. The backup track is of no interest to me, I want to record sound directly to the camera for quick editing. Most important: NO DROPOUTS! I have a Comica B2 now, and get dropouts sometimes, and some peaking. Is why I am looking for another system. I also have used Sony wireless lavs'. Great quality, but not clip on. I want clip-on mics to get myself, and presenters at trade shows, miced up quickly.
We have the Comica Boom XU (will be testing/comparing soon), but so far it has the lowest quality of the Wireless mics. It's not horrible, but the other systems are better.
@@Gemini_Connect I plugged the Comica into my smartphone and recorded myself walking into a store 300' away. But other times I got drop-out while right in front of my camera.
@@Gemini_Connect Thanks. Something else I hope Rode hears. We are placing these mics on our lapels, in the shot. That shiny cover and wide white letters on the Rode loot amateurish.
@@Gemini_Connect 10 years ago Sony had a bluetooth wireless clip-on about the size of a 1/2 cigar. Worked great and long range to their hot shoe. Sound not so good.
Do y’all use protection lens on your GoPro 9 screens with media mode?? I’m having a problem with them losing when I put the gopro 9 in it
We don't use lenses on the GoPro.
@@Gemini_Connect thanks
Which would be the best mic for pranks? Need it to be good at a decently far distance, and pick up the audio around me as well
I would go with Rode for reliability.
Hi there, nice review !! just bought the Holyland Lark system. Since you have both, i just want to ask if you can tell me if Rode levalier Mic can work ok on a Holyland Transmiter?
Yes, it does.
@@Gemini_Connect thanks a lot !! and wich levalier is better for you since you have both? i mean just the mic not the system, the sound quality of both levalier
Also on this systems what happens if the battery dies? can we replace it or we just need to buy a new TX?
Do you know how many charges they can handle? Thanks in advance
If the battery dies, I believe the unit must be replaced.
@@Gemini_Connect Thanks !! that’s so bad about this units! i do not know how many cycles can they handle also ? if there are lots it’s ok if not no because the Tx alone cost half of the entire system.
I was using the InstaMic up until now. The InstaMic is an even smaller device than the Hollyland receivers and is specifically created for content creators / videographers. And it will still have it's place in my setup. I have however ordered a Røde Wireless Go II now, because by adding the second mic and adding onboard recording, they have adopted a good chunk of the features of the InstaMic with the addition of the remote receiver, which the InstaMic doesn't have, as it's a standalone mic as such.
Wow, I haven't even heard of the InstaMic.
@@Gemini_Connect It was introduced on Indiegogo in 2015 and is one of those little gems, that often is overlooked. It's smaller than any of the 3 mic's that you tested there and had on mic recording ... 6 years prior to Røde :) Oh .. and it's waterproof. That's a trick, Røde still hasn't caught on to.
Great Review, that's what I looked for but please process your audio - for my opinion there are some high pitches and tone in.
We do not process audio in audio reviews for the sake of demonstrating what the mics sound like.
@@Gemini_Connect That's totally right
Your video at 15:50 would be an awesome place/time to shoot a music video!
That's a great idea 😄
Thanks for the great video. I've returned my rode wireless go 2 because I was getting interference noise when plugged into my Sony a7siii. Thomann told me it's a grounding issue but offered no solution. I didn't have it plugged into power. Looking for a reliable alternative now.
Sorry to hear that. The Rode has been our most consistent wireless mic so far.
@@Gemini_Connect ah... So maybe best I invest a little more. Have you had interference with the other mics too?
I'm having the same issue with my FX3 which is why I am here. Very annoyed because I have always used RODE, but it seems like this is an issue with RODE but not with the FX3/Sony.
@@JoshMedlin I picked up a SENNHEISER EW 112P which has been super consistent.
I use the RhodeGo2. In your video the Lark's sound like the people are more far away. I prefer the Lark's receiver. Also consider that using Lav mic on Rhode strongly improove the sound quality. It could be interesting to use the same Lav on both unit as comparison
We have a lav mic comparison video coming soon!
Does the Hollyland allow for both transmitters to record with safety tracks simultaneously?
I don't believe so.
Do you have any difference of opinion when recording with an iPhone? I'm a noob to mics and am starting to record more videos via my iPhone and a 2-person wireless mic would work perfect for what I need.
We don't have iPhones (Android users), but the same quality tests/conclusion would apply. The Hollyland receiver is pretty big and could be more of a burden for phones--the Rode receiver is smaller and better suited for phone sizes.
I purchased the Rode Wireless Go II with Rode Lavalier Go. I'm very impressed with everything it offers.
That is great to hear! Hope the mics keep working out well for you.
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Terrific review. Thank you. On a sidenote, I would suggest you monitor your breathing. Sometimes it feels like you are cooking. Protect your voice and your lungs!
Ugh I know. I was pregnant at the time and it really affected my respiratory system. Much easier to breathe and talk normally now.
Maaaaan, Rode makes some good stuff. Just got a Rode Mic Pro and I've never sounded so good.
Off topic question for you guys: Any suggestions for a camera that's just a little better than a Lumix G7 at autofocus in 4k? Got a great deal on a g7 but wondering if I should sell it and spend a little more on something used. Would another $200 get me anything noticeably better or would that be better spend on a little wide lens for vlogging/talking head videos?
We haven't tried Lumix but have heard that their autofocus is not the best. Sony and Canon have the best focus on the market. It'll you really need good AF I'd pony up a bit more and go with either brand.
@@Gemini_Connect I appreciate the honesty, thanks! Any models in particular I would look at? Perhaps the Canon M50?
@@YouMotorcycle sony a7 ii or iii
For your budget canon m50 is pretty good. Great video auto focus.
rode is the CLEAR winner here in audio quality. it is chrystal clear and sounds natural including the ambience. the hollyland sounds kind of muddy, to compressed or weirdly filtered, etc. - listened with beyerdynamic dt 990 and dt1990 pro to the video. your mic u use here for the talking parts also sounds kind of bad - which is it?
Rode Go lav. It's not the best. Looking for a better lav mic.
I don't hear a lot of difference between the male voices, but the female voice seems to be better on the Rode. However, I would like to hear the difference between the Rode internal mics and the Hollyland with the equipped lavalier microphones as they come included with that system. Two Rode go microphones will set you back between 120-150 euro extra (excluding the mufflers). For that extra though the Rode still has the advantage of transmitter recording and computer interface which is a huge advantage for some. Also, the Rode Go mics mag be a bit higher quality than the included Hollyland, so if you need to upgrade those lavalier microphones basically you paid for something you don't want. I would rather have a base system and select the microphones myself. They are probably a lot more important for the audio quality.
We don't test with wired lavs because the Rode doesn't come with them. Also, lav mic quality is still very price dependent. In our experience, more expensive lavs give you better audio quality.
@@Gemini_Connect I agree. That's also why having the lavs on the hollyland is not necessary an advantage (basically you pay like $50-75 in the package price for two possibly lower quality microphones). It would be an asset though if they were good microphones. I decided for the Rode because of the recording on the transmitters and pc/telephone direct digital interface. But I also did buy 2 go lavaliers.
Whats never compared is what is not particularly tangible, But from my experience, Rode has some of the best customer support in the industry.
In oz anyway,,.... Ive seen them exchange microphones , expensive one, (eg, Rode Classic ) , out of warranty, Because its about the customers... They really are dedicated to users...
Word of mouth is as powerful as Tech specs and price, but for some reason, its something never mentioned, which is more than valuable , but invaluable.
Just my 69cents paid from my personal dealings.
Excellent point. Rode has amazing customer support, even here in the USA. That does count a lot in their favor.
Always the best Rode wireless go 2 unlike other microphone 😊
I have holly land 150 .it is great
Took in the footage at the end and the Rode does a better job isolating your voice.
Rode is pretty solid. We have no complaints about the audio quality.
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Rode Central software "only" installs on 32-bit operating systems as far as I know and to my surprise the bright software designers' didn't even make the program backwards compatible there's no way to run it on 64 bit o.s. computers'.
Both the laptop & desktop are 64 bit...can't install 32-bit operating systems' on 64 bit computers.
Pretty dumb idea from Rode.
A high quality microphone setup that only installs on low-quality operating systems.
I hopr can get 1 of this wireless microphone
They're both pretty great 👍
I think rode ii wins just because you can use external power bank to extend its usage on one day shoot. Its just more practical and then something with changing batteries goes next. I am leaning towards rode ii if there isn't anything similar to it with not only type c but also wireless charging
Wait rode does notbhave phone app wtf XD
Rode JUST debuted the mobile app and it's awesome. There is also a custom battery charging case made by a third party. Both the app and charger are talked about in this video - ruclips.net/video/BqDAAzW4Lfg/видео.html
@@Gemini_Connect oh wow thanks. I want this rode even more now :)
The Rode sounded just a touch fuller and more „present“, but of course it wasn‘t a head-to-head comparison. One more thing worth mentioning about the Rode Wireless Go II is that they actually worsened one thing - very disappointing for me, personally: The clips on the mics are now made of plastic rather than metal, so it‘s no longer possible to attach them to the inside of a shirt using the magnetic plate (sold by Rode)! Why they should ditch such a useful function escapes me, unless they were just trying to cut cost. The clipped mics are rather heavy on T-shirts and tend to flop around such that the mic might end up facing upside down or against your chest, thus becoming muffled and unusable. The magnet solution was far better!!! EDIT: Please disregard my remark above about Rode having eliminated the metal clip and rendering their (optional) MagClip unusable. That was sheer stupidity on my part! I had forgotten that the magnet part of the MagClip is only ONE part of it, the other being the metal slide-on part that goes over the plastic clip on the Go! Mine had lived there for so long that I assumed it was part of the original Go, and just needed the magnet. When I recently got my new Go II, I found it didn't work. But of course it does if you slide the metal part on first. ;-) Sorry if I misguided anybody here!
This is true about the weight of the built in mics. Definitely have to clip them to a rather sturdy part of the shirt. Didn't know that the clips used to have metal in them--that would be a handy way to secure them.
@@Gemini_Connect Silly me, I corrected part of what I wrote above (see EDIT). The Rode MagClip (available separately) can make the old Go or the Go II capable of being worn on the inside (!) of shirts or thin jackets or even under scarves. You just slide the metal sleeve over the Go's clip, and place the magnet on the outside of your clothing with the Go on the inside. Easy. And it works! Of course you need to position the unit so the mic is not totally deep into your clothes, or pointed in the wrong direction. It's a great way to use the Go in a very discrete way, and without any likelihood of it sliding around or flip-flopping. It's kind of expense (about €18 here in Germany), but still worth it for convenience.
I will watch you talking all-day long.... Beautiful
Also Rhodes felt sharper in audio quality. Maybe it's just my shitty ears.
No.needs.200.meters lol period and the seriously what's the point of even using the camera output when using the go 2 if it records anyways plus I hear that extracting then filed I'd really hard on the go 2 I'm sticking wit hollyland
Hollyland Lark is amazing mam..I like it ❤
Yes, it's a great mic system. Thanks for watching Ajay 😊
@@Gemini_Connect ya..you are welcome mam
But i want a 4 person microwave.......wait i mean microphone
Lol! Hopefully it comes soon.
@@Gemini_Connect but cant you for now hook up 4 rodes some kinda way?
When Rode GO 2 do not pairing: 1. Switch on the receiver. 2. Switch on the two microphones. 3, Press and hold the number two button "on the receiver" for three seconds until the Wifi icon starts flashing. 4. Then click button number two once and wait for the connection. 5. For the second microphone, repeat steps 3 and 4.
where to buy? here is the link:www.aliexpress.com/item/4001226196919.html?spm=2114.12010615.8148356.1.2b4f59a39cmo7A
Hear no difference between these two.
Rode HAS a headphone jack for monitoring. Huge error.
The 3.5mm jack on the Rode must be used with a cable to connect it to the camera, thus it cannot be used to monitor audio with headphones.