Hollyland Lark 150 vs RODE GO vs Blink 500 Pro | In-Depth Review | Dual Channel Wireless Mic
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- Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
- Hollyland Tech is not really known for wireless microphones rather they make wireless video transmitters. This is their first attempt at wireless microphones. Bringing some unique ideas, especially with its receiver design, lets see if they can beat out the heavy hitters like the Rode Wireless Go and Saramonic Blink 500 Pro.
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Gear I use and talked about in this episode. The links below are to Amazon (US, CAN, UK, DE, FR, ES, IT), Adorama, Ebay, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I may earn from qualifying purchases:
Hollyland Lark 150: geni.us/orkqs (Amazon)
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TIMECODE
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0:00 TLDR
1:38 Mic Test
2:03 Mic Test #2
2:23 Mic Test #3
2:52 General Info
6:55 Sound Test Bed
7:14 Audio Test
7:32 Noise Floor Test
7:46 Scream Test
8:03 vs RODE vs Saramonic
9:27 Batt. Life Test
9:44 Outdoor Distance Test
12:29 Dual Ch Distance Test
15:15 Indoor Distance Test
15:54 The Bottom Line
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GEAR I USE FOR THIS EPISODE
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Sony A7S iii (Talking Head Cam) - geni.us/yk0B6 (Amazon)
Sony A7S iii Lens - geni.us/YleOLG (Amazon, Ebay)
Sony ZV-1 (B-roll Camera) - geni.us/bpnS (Amazon, Adorama, Ebay)
GH5 (Light Test Camera) - geni.us/ZszOTiO (Amazon, Ebay, Adorama)
GH5 Lens - geni.us/CoFnvmg (Amazon, Ebay, Adorama)
RØDE Video Mic NTG - geni.us/hL6DUpb (Amazon, Ebay, Adorama)
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FYI,
I contacted Hollywood and they say the new package has a TRS to TRRS Cable included.
Ah cool! I guess I much have one of the older packages. Great to know!
Just purchased this Hollyland product and this review is super helpful. Thanks!
Hey hey Edward!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
Awesome! Enjoy it! Fyi I recently found out that Lark 150 has firmware updates too so definitely check out their website for any lated updates to improve the Lark 150.
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Love your reviews man! This is exactly what I was waiting for! Reading minds over here haha
Hey hey Kova Films!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
I'm so glad you enjoy the format of this channel! Be on the look out when I finally review the new RODE GO II! That's going to be a new benchmark for sure!
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Finally!!!!!! This came in late but the good news is that I’m really enjoying my Lark 150. Great review as always!
Hey hey again David!
Definitely late to the game reviewing this. I think this is a great first entry for Hollyland, especially that Receiver design. They just need to work on their transmitter a bit with battery life and mic capsule and they'd be right where they need to be and maybe more! Hope to see them do a 2nd version sooner than later
@@TLDR_filmmaker Most definitely! Especially now that they have pushed Rode to come out with Wireless Go ii
Ahh finally this is the comparison I was waiting for!
Hey hey again Tan G!
It's here! However now with the new announcement of the RODE GO II (dual channel) coming it at cheaper than the Lark and about the same as the Saramonic... it's going to very interesting! I can't wait to review it and see how it performs!
@@TLDR_filmmaker I can't wait either! I love your comparison videos, they are unbaised and straight to the point. Other reviews I've watched always process the sound quality post production so I don't always rely on them. Can't wait for the comparison of the RODE GO II from you!
Thank for the review. In general the audio quality sounds pretty good to me, as you said, within it's capabilities.
Hey hey Harry!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
So glad enjoyed this video! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews!
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WOW. Insane review! Someone should be paying you.
The most complete review!
Hey hey again BLK Midia!
Thanks for checking out another review! If you're looking for the newest for the RODE GO II, I just uploaded that review last week.
Thanks for the video, great and indepth!
Hey hey RCSchim!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
You're most welcome! So glad this video was helpful! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews!
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Dude! This came out right as the rode wireless go 2 was announced!
Hey hey again Hunter!
I knowwwwwww!! Don't worry, I'm working on acquiring a RØDE GO II unit for review. They are NOT messing around with this 2nd gen!!
I never comment in any channel, but I'd like to thank you because I probably watched all the Lark150 reviews on RUclips, and you are THE ONLY ONE commenting about the clip onto the shirt and how it flops. I think other youtubers tried to hide that problem. I watched your review of the Saramonic b500 pro, and you also mention that they don't flop because the battery is at the bottom. THAT's the reason why I'm buying the Saramonic instead of the Lark150 and also the reason why I'll always trust your reviews. Thank you
Hey hey Arroz!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
Im so glad this video was helpful for you and that I touched on a review topic that you want to know! I know I probably miss a bunch of things, but I will continue to do my best with my content and review. As for what wireless system in the budget range that I recommend at the moment. The RODE GO II wins in all categories minus the shirt test. I have a series of videos on that system here:
RODE GO II: ruclips.net/video/3TOldrv9iEE/видео.html
RODE GO II LAVS: ruclips.net/video/jO49-HcwmQg/видео.html
RODE GO SETTINGS: ruclips.net/video/dakp_MPQO5Q/видео.html
Hope this further helps!
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@@TLDR_filmmaker Thank you for your kind answer! Actually the RODE would be my first choice, but my channel is kind of little, I'm currently living in China and here the RODE costs 390$ and the Saramonic 250$ I think the price difference is too steep for me. I'd love the Rode but that's too much for a channel with 1k subs😅🤣
Also, I chose the saramonic over the lark because I think the saramonic, although it's really small, I think the receiver is kind of big and I'd would attract more attention.
Thanks again and I'll be supporting you in your next videos!
Fantastic. Congratulations.
Hey hey Hermano!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
So glad you enjoyed this video! Be sure to come back and see my review on the RODE GO II when I finish it! Until then I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews!
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I watched Curtis Judd video about this the other day, I like the case and the receiver but not so convinced with the overall sound. So far you have me accumulating items on my wishlist.
Hey hey again Neil!
I saw his video the other day as well and I was curious if he seemed to get the same sounds I was getting. Definitely was similar with that odd EQ and hiss sound. Hollyland did pretty well with their first attempt, but not up to par in sound against the RODE and Saramonic. And now that the RODE GO II is coming to play, it's going to get very interesting where companies go from here!
Great review as always! Question: What do you think about using the Sony LV1 vs the included lavalier?
Hey hey again Alexander!
If I have to guess, it will do much better than the included lav. I hope to finish my other videos soon so I can do a lav shoot out for the Lark and Saramonic Blink 500 pro as I think these mics are still being used until people eventually upgrade up to new internal recording type wireless mics.
mate, what you do is fantastic and i have had to wade through some terrible reviews and tests before i found your a1 review. what was the sweetening of the eq that you used because it was great? and what editing software do you use? just starting out in this field, i use higher quality stuff as a one man camera and sound guy through production companies but i want to source a more affordable set up for my home and rec stuff. any advise would be greatly appreciated.
cheers chris
Hey hey Chris!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
So glad you are enjoying these videos! For the sweetening of the EQ I follow @Curtis Judd with his video for dialogue. If you just youtube search his name and "dialogue" his video should be the first one to show up. I just use the tools in FCPX (my editor) to achieve it.
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Hey Jason, Rode wireless go 2 is out and i am looking forward to your review. Be safe thx for doing what you do.
Hey hey again Neon!
I am working on acquiring the new RØDE and cannot wait to test it out. RØDE is not messing around with this second gen! I think they addressed almost everything I talked about in my initial review on how it could improve. Can't wait!
@@TLDR_filmmakerHell yeah man. Just so you know they just released firmware update as i think the transfer internal recording allowed to do only 7 min at a time. Anyway you should also test out best gh5 setting for it. As alot of ppl like myself still use gh5 i know ur on sony most. Anyway thanks pal. God Bless!
I really appreciate your reviews! Great objective comparisons while trying to minimize effects of multiple variables. I started researching these style wireless mics a month or two ago and found your channel to be one of my best sources of info. As a newbie to audio, it’s hard to know what system will be best and now the wireless GO II enters the scene. Can’t wait to see your review and comparison with that new system.
One question, the blink 500 pro has an option to have a line level input. For my application, this is useful, but I wonder if the rode wireless GO or GO II or Lark 150 can handle a line level input if I use an attenuator or direct injection box or pad. What would I need to consider to make that work? Is it worth it if the GO II would have better audio quality, range or features? Thanks!
Hey hey montiowa!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
If you use an attenuator cable, any of those systems will work because you're effectively turning down the output to Mic level. That being said in my 6 tricks RODE GO video when I plugged my phone into the RODE GO1 to play a sound effect, it did work. That being said it would probably still be advisable to use a attenuator cable.
I can't speak on the RODE GO II just yet because I just received it and am beginning my testing phase as well as figuring out how to test everything else that it now offers.
If you need something right this moment. The Blink500 pro is your cheapest option to get everything up and running and more with the included accessories that the RODE GO1 does not come with.
The RODE GO still provides the best overall audio sound that lets you work with it in post production quite well. But comes at a cost on top of the extra lavs or cables you may or may not need.
That's essentially the trade off, the RODE GO II also doesn't come with lavs etc, but with its feature set (assuming it all performs well) it probably will greatly offset the cost of lavs and punch well above its price tier.
Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!
@@TLDR_filmmaker
Thanks for the fast response! I’m sure you will figure out the best way to test and report on the new features of the GO II - you do a nice job and that’s why I like your reviews. In my research, I have learned that audio cables and devices are not all created equally even though they look the same and have the same specs. Quality is important enough to spend a little extra, so maybe I will wait and see how the GO II compares. Any recommendations on attenuators? How would I measure the line level output to make sure I drop the signal far enough to the mic level input?
I can't wait to see your review of the new Rode Wireless Go ❤️
I've been liking my Comica Boom XU setup, but I've noticed it makes my wife's voice sound a little weird. She has a really high pitched voice and the mic seems to distort it a tad.
I have tried the included Comica lav mic, the Rode smartlav+, and the Mic-J 044, and for her I usually use the Mic-J.
Would a more expensive lav mic improve our overall sound or it that controlled by the Comica transmitter/receiver?
Hey hey again Copy Imitation!
I cannot wait either, I am working on acquiring a unit for review!
A more expensive mic does not necessarily mean it will work as each mic all has their own type of characteristic. What you will want to try is to EQ her voice and create a preset for it so that you don't have to repeat it all the time. @Curtis Judd has some great videos on EQ'ing voices as best as you can with the lavs you have. Since your wife as a higher voice, I'd say lower the 8khz freq to start and then raise the 100-250hz to see if you can bring some more fullness into her voice. Hope this helps!
be safe my friend thnk you even if i dont need this love to watching you
Hey hey Kemal!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
I sincerely appreciate your support!
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@@TLDR_filmmaker youre welcome 👍👍👍
Do you have plans to review the Synco G2? Cuz I would love to see a comparison between it and the comica BoomX D
Hey hey again ShoebillStonk!
Not at this time as the BoomXD is no longer in the running in my recommendations. So I will not be comparing the BoomXD to anything as it has be succeeded by others. As for the G2 system, a friend of mine is about to review it @natesfilmtutorials I would be on the look out for his review as well as others. Really when it comes to these budget 2.4ghz systems, only RODE GO II has advanced the platform, all other companies have not done anything different except for just physical designs. So in terms of distance performance and battery life, they are all nearly the same. However I do know that the G2 sounds better than the BoomXD. Hope this helps somewhat as you look for a budget dual channel system.
You done messed up, A-Aron! LOL. Thanks for the info. I'm looking into a wireless mic and I'm leaning more toward the Rode because of the battery business. By the way, when you fast forward yourself walking in the parking lot you looked like you were doing a River Dance. LOL
Hey hey Tommy!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
Glad this video was helpful! At the current moment the new RODE GO II is definitely winning out for its price point! I've done a series of videos on it that help people further who decide to go that route, heres the starting point: ruclips.net/video/3TOldrv9iEE/видео.html
Lol well fun fact, I did train for a couple years in Irish Step, so thats right up my wheelhouse of skill sets lol
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A quick question about your mic holder in the outdoor testing (using the mic as a regular microphone) where did you get that?
Hey hey Rick!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
I use a coldshoe rail like this one: geni.us/QGHz (affiliate link).
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Tough luck, Rode just introduced the Rode Wireless GO II! 😧
Can we expect a part II with Wireless GO II?
Hey hey again KM Wong!
I know right?! Literally as I finish this video and uploaded it I find out about the new RODE wireless GO II! You bet I will try and acquire it for review, they are not messing around with the second gen!
@@TLDR_filmmaker It looks like the DJI MIC
Well the Rode Wireless Go 2 just upped their game with internal recording and a stronger signal. woohoo! great for all us video creators. :)
Hey hey again Ideya!
They sure did, I should be getting a review unit! I can't wait to put it to the test!
Hey man I watched your videos back some months ago and I figured out what wireless microphone I wanted to get in the future, but now rode has come out with the wireless go 2, and I am wondering if you could do a comparison between the Sarmonic Blink 500 Pro 2 vs rode wireless go?
Hey hey Kai!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
Already on it, I've been testing the RODE GO II these last couple days. Stay tuned for the review!
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@@TLDR_filmmaker awesome, I will activate the bell and stay tuned:)
Could you share which settings (Eq, compressor) you used to improve the audio in post?
Hey hey Bilingual Broadway!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
My settings are just for my voice, you'll want to check out @Curtis Judd channel. Search his name and "dialogue". He has an amazing video that covers how to work with your audio! Its pretty much what I do, so definitely check out his videos on that!
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Saramonic or lark150
I wanna buy one,
What's your suggestions?
Hey hey Animation Vibes!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
Unfortunately without knowing how you're going to use the system, I can't really give a suggestion that would be suitable for your needs.
If you're talking straight best bang for the buck against technical stats between the two. The Saramonic sounds the best and while the Lark has the better RX setup for realtime audio soundbars.
However at this current moment in time the RODE GO II is my recommended pick for 2.4ghz dual channel setups. While it may cost a little more, the investment is extreme due to its internal recording feature that ensures you'll never lose audio ever again on a shoot.
I've done a bunch of videos on the RODE GO here:
RODE GO II: ruclips.net/video/3TOldrv9iEE/видео.html
RODE GO II LAVS: ruclips.net/video/jO49-HcwmQg/видео.html
RODE GO SETTINGS: ruclips.net/video/dakp_MPQO5Q/видео.html
That being said it is only a matter of time for budget competitors come flocking to try and dethrone the RODE GO II with some cost cutting measures. Stay tuned as I receive them to see how they compare and if they are worth the cost saving measures.
Hope this somewhat helps for now!
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@@TLDR_filmmaker
Thank you so much for such a deep explanatory reply. Literally seeing first time a creator who cares his channel's each and every comments.
Your video was really Amazing! Already subbed.
Thanks for clearing my confusions.
The scenario u talk about actually happened to me... im not sure the unit hold the 4h charge they say
Hey hey again Baila!
It is odd that one TX crapped out before the other. Not sure what's dictating how the TX is utilizing it's battery charge, or if I have a bad battery cell.
Really wanted to hear the rode lavalier mic With the hollyland set. The rode go without the lav. Was the best audio in this video.
But the hollyland set is a great design. And probably the best wireless set at the current price point. They are $250 right now.
Hey hey Haddon House Films!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
I recently got ahold of the RODE Lav Mics and once I finish my other video obligations I may backtrack and do some lav shoot outs on popular budget wireless audio systems. That being said, after this video, the RODE GO II is my current definitive recommended 2.4ghz dual audio setup of choice. Even without the lav mics, at $299 MSRP it is very hard to beat for what it can do. Its internal recording makes all other competitors at this price point obsolete, in my opinion.
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Can you adjust the safety track gain? Seems like -6dB isn't really that much of a "safety", if the noise suddenly becomes really loud you could easily clip that too. Is there any way to change that to -12 or -20dB?
Also not having a usb port for charging individual devices seems like a huge downside. You mentioned they've made the units small but it's not much smaller than Rode's system and those guys have usb and also up to 7 hours of runtime. And it also costs about the same. I really feel like they've kinda screwed up a bit with this one. "Mark 2 needed" is written all over it.
And yeah like others have mentioned newly released Rode Wireless Go 2 is a beast now in this price bracket with all the new features they've added.
Hey hey Frytech!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
No you cannot adjust the safety track, at least I wasn't able to figure out any sort of button combo to make it happen. For me I generally keep the average around -12db when I'm gain staging, so that gives me a decent amount of headroom with the -6db for safety. But I get ya, I'd like a -12db option too on top of it.
I'm testing the RODE GO II right this moment and based on my findings so far... its definitely here to trash everyone else. They did not hold back, they came to play!
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question how do i put 2 of these into my camera , im trying to have 4 people talking?
Hey hey YoungBlaze!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
You could use a coldshoe duplicator. However it's not advisable to use two systems and have 4 channels going near each other. Theres a chance that you will have signal drop out.
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Whats your thoughts on bringing the 150 kit on alpine expedition? In this budget range, which would you take?
Hey hey David!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
Hmm... I guess it depends on your pack. It's very small and could be crushed. The next question would be are you ok with the battery life for your needs. Lastly, at this current time, when it comes to small form 2.4ghz systems the new RODE GO II is a clear winner at this price tier:
RODE GO II: ruclips.net/video/3TOldrv9iEE/видео.html
RODE GO II LAVS: ruclips.net/video/jO49-HcwmQg/видео.html
RODE GO SETTINGS: ruclips.net/video/dakp_MPQO5Q/видео.html
Hope this further helps!
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@@TLDR_filmmaker Thanks for the reply! I just got Comicas latest wireless kit.
As for power, I built an amazing 100 watt backpack kit that powers everyone's stuff no problem.
I'm selling them if you're interested.
And you drop this when Rode drops the Wireless Go II. "24 hrs" Onboard recording!!!!!I was 1 week away from ordering the Lark 150 but based on your review I'll hold off for a while. I do love the Rotery dials on the Lark150 and I hate the button controls system on the Wireless Go II
Hey hey again IMDABROWN!
I know right? Literally as I finish the video and have uploaded it, I find out last night about the new RØDE GO II! They are not messing around with this 2nd generation and YES the onboard recording! I remember talking about it in my initial review that they should fit a MicroSD card slot. I also love that you can plug it into the computer like the videomic NTG and use as a usb mic! Can't wait to review it!
The Lark150 is definitely a good start for Hollyland. They just need to fix the battery life and possibly update their onboard sound processing or use a better mic capsule, whichever to get rid of the weird throat sound that it seems to have.
@@TLDR_filmmaker how do you think they are getting around the recording directly on the device and to a camera or other device? I know Deity can’t do this with their US model HD-TX
Good info. Thanks for sharing. Stopping by your house to show support for your channel. Ingat
Hey hey Loko Kano TV!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
So glad this video was helpful! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content!
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To me the Rode sounds tons better.
Your EQ does really help the Lark when you apply that, but I’m puzzled that the raw sound isn't better.
Hey hey again Peter!
The RODE definitely has the cleanest sound overall, mainly because it's tuned to be a more Flat EQ Response out of the box, not a bad thing I'd say. Now that the RODE GO II is released and making its way out there, it's going to be interesting to see how these other companies are going to compete!
found a brand new one at a pawnshop never been used for $100 (suckers) so I got it. well worth it for that price. plus I have backup mics and my shoots don't normally last that long.
Hey hey Eye Lens Wedding Videography!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
That's an awesome find! Have fun with it and put it to work! I also learned later that apparently the Lark 150 is capable of firmware updates. Not sure what they have improved since I reviewed it, but definitely worth a look.
Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!
@@TLDR_filmmaker thank you! I may do an update review on them. if I get time to, over the winter. thanks for commenting back!
Hi, I'm try to find out it's only my unit problem or not. My charging case LED blinks one time per 1 minute that it's closed with all system inside. So the charging case battery drains out after couple of days. So how's Yours? The Hollyland support it's awsome, they answer very quickly and try to make it best what they can :) But just want to know that after replacement I will not get the same issue :)
Hey hey Almantas!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
Yes, mine does this too as well as my Saramonic Blink500 Pro. It's a bit of a design flaw where it will start charging the TX and RX the moment it detects the voltage dip. They should have put some sort of system in so that it doesn't aimless keep charging the TX and RX all the time, draining the case overtime.
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RODE GO ii vs Blink 500 Pro PLEEAAAASE!
Hey hey Lexmouth!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
I am working on getting a review unit of the RØDE GO II for sure! Can't wait to review it, RØDE is not messing around with their 2nd generation!
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I have it and i like it
Can you do a review for the blink 500 pro b2 and rode wireless go ii
Hey hey Cyril!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question!
I should have a review unit of the RODE GO II coming, I can't wait to put it to the test against its 1st gen and all the rest that came after. I have a feeling it's going to floor everything currently available at that price point!
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The Blink sounded the best? And too bad the Holland cannot be charged outside of the Box charger... Thanks for the video!!!
Hey hey ekphotography!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
The Blink500 Pro is definitely a nice sound, works great for my type of voice. It'll be interesting to see what Saramonic does now that the RODE GO II has internal onboard recording at the Transmitter. This is going to be one heck of a season for wireless mics to try and beat out that feature some how!
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This is funny, I’ve been deciding between the Lark150 and Saramonic 500 Pro for two months now. I would have been all over this video to make my final decision. But with Rode announcing the Rode Wireless Go II, I bought it that same day! 😆 As soon as I read that I can record internal and also monitor my audio at the same time, it was a no brainer. I got rid of my first Rode Wireless Go because of drop outs. Now they got my trust back again. Even though I’ll have my Rode II soon, I’m still looking forward to your reviews. Keep it up!
Hey hey again Jacob!
I can't wait to review the RODE GO II. I still use the first generation here and there as they've held up for me. But man... RODE did not play around designing their 2nd gen. Its going to be a interesting match up between their 1st gen and all the others that came after it!
@@TLDR_filmmaker For sure! Looking forward to your range tests and in depth review!
There should be an accessory where you can dock the transmitters and connect a type c power bank.
Hey hey Emman!
Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting!
That would be helpful for sure!
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Now just look at the transmitter compared to the receiver, receiver is almost twice the size so it's going to last longer. So they would have to make the Transmitter bigger which to me wouldn't really be bad because they're so small making them bigger I don't think they would be so big that it would be crazy. I've been using wireless mic systems for about three to four years and they don't last very long and yes I can just swap out the battery, but there's times when the transmitter was fine and the receiver went bad first same batteries about the same time on and if you're filming a wedding or speeches during the reception I can't just say hay can you stop I need to replace the batteries (IE I had that actual happen and they where brand new batteries but bad new batteries) I just bought this system I got for $220 on sale. I love the way the receiver like you said works.
Hey hey Revelation Video Productions!
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Definitely about the batteries, I feel the Lark150 could have gotten the TX up to the RODE levels of batteries if it was just a tad bigger, though not sure what their circuits are like in there for the mic capsule. For people who want to use the 2.4ghz system, to this day my most recommended mic for events and wedding is the Picomic: ruclips.net/video/pt_goA--zho/видео.html
This video review is older and their newer firmware updates have drastically improved the sound. Aside from Picomic, the RODE GO II is my next recommendation for weddings because of that built in recording and wireless transmission. No way to lose audio, but you'll run into the battery problem again where as the Picomic will easily last the whole day. At the end of the day there still isn't a super perfect solution yet, if Picomic could somehow fit internal recording into their mics, they would kill it. I love use their mics, so fast and easy with clients!
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I bought the Lark 150 system after I lost an original Rode Wireless Go transmitter. So far, the Lark 150 works fine for me, solo shooter, short sessions, short distances. The only changes I may make are to use the Rode Lav+ mic with both transmitters, although, outdoors, the built-in with the dead kitten and the lav with a dead kitten work pretty well. Wind muffs knock down the high end response a little, and that is a good thing.
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Awesome! I hope Hollyland will attempt a second version soon and hopefully improve on a couple things. However with the RODE GO II now available, they've really pushed the market forward. I just uploaded my review if you want to check it out. I wonder if Hollyland will try to add similar feature.
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cant find the video you're talking about far as the stereo splits
Sorry about that, here it is: ruclips.net/video/3mtGjRTQL5w/видео.html
Can you do latency test?
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I will possibly perform that test in the future on my website tldrfilmmaker.com
For now the RODE WIRELESS GO II that I recently reviewed has essentially made these other two competitor products irrelevant. But if I had to guess, you're most likely looking at a latency around 6ms to 8ms on the Lark.
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How gane level level build in mic and level on your Sony a7iii?
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Lark 150 Gain = +6 out of 10
Sony A7Siii = +1 out of 20
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@@TLDR_filmmaker thanks 😊
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Smallrig w60?
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Honestly at this moment in time, pick a company that makes multiple lights and go for it. They all perform essentially the same these days. Godox and Aputure are the ones I still recommend because they have the track record and resources to keep building. All the new comers have nice starting options, but its up in the air if they will continue to build out a full set of different types of lights.
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.
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Not sure who the comment is for, but yup, thats what you do!
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What about the Zoom F2?
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I do not have a review unit of the Zoom F2, however based on some of the reviews I've seen on the sound quality. It's definitely nice, but I personally would probably go for the Telesync version.
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@@TLDR_filmmaker Thank you for your comment. Appreciated
It’s for amateurs who don’t need too many hours if u pro can buy 2-3 extra sets so u don’t have to worry about battery time .
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That is true.
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I have this system and not all that impressed. Voices sound muffled no matter how much editing and volume adjusting. Thank goodness Rode just released their dual system. Mine arrives today,
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I know right? My review unit should be coming soon. I can't wait to test it as I'm sure it will become the new standard again! RØDE is not messing around!
Outdoor Distance Test -> it fails a lot
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Yup, 2.4ghz systems arn't the best when it comes to wide open outdoors. However I just uploaded my RODE GO II review: ruclips.net/video/3TOldrv9iEE/видео.html
With its boost in signal power and internal recording, I think we finally have a 2.4ghz system we can count on!
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cool test! The only thing I miss is the latency comparison for each device. This is an important aspect, especially when using wired microphones for the same event.
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Glad you enjoyed this video! Hmm, I've honestly never really ran into latency problems when using various wired mics going into a recorder... but I guess latency would be a problem if your recorder is using wireless and a wired boom mic and it doesn't not record a separate audio file or stereo split the audio file. Correct? If so, that definitely makes sense and I'll have to set up a test bed for this type of test!
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@@TLDR_filmmaker Exactly. I had a few stream shows working with wired shotgun condenser mics and what was my surprise when I added the Saramonic blink 500 pro wireless kit to this set. Latency is over 12ms which makes a nice mess when you try the mix. Fortunately, I was able to create an independent delay line on separate channels which saved me.
Gotcha Gotcha, I will definitely put together a test setup moving forward to measure the latency against a wired source going into my Tascam DR40! Thanks for this suggestion. Many have stated they want a latency test but no one could tell me quite when all they were doing was using a Wireless only.
You're the first one to actually mention a scenario that made me realize why you wanted to know. I'm not a sound guy by any means compared to seasoned pros, I just know enough to be useful lol.
Thank you again so much for this suggestion, its definitely going to help me provide the information people need to know moving forward!