Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System review

REVIEW – One would think that by now, I have satisfied my craving for wireless mic systems. However, this cannot be further from the truth. I am always looking for something newer and better and lately, I have been looking for the perfect wireless mic system with great wireless range so that I can set up and attend meetings using my Meta Quest 3 VR headset and the immersed app. Since I want to be away from the host PC, the wireless range is a critical requirement. For the record, I find that using a wireless mic system instead of the built-in mic on the headset produces better-quality audio. So now I need a system that can handle everything I need, including the extended range. Enter the Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System.

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Price: $299.00
Where to buy: Amazon

What is it?

The Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System is a Wireless Lavalier Microphone featuring 32-bit Float Recording, Timecode Sync, Noise Cancellation, IPX5 Water Resistance, 984’ Range, and 130dB SPL. It can be used with cameras, smartphones, and computers

What’s included?

• 2 x Ultra TX Clip-On Transmitters with:
  • On-Board Recorder
  • Built-In Microphone
  • Clip
• 1 x Ultra RX Dual Channel Receiver with:
  • AMOLED Touch Display
  • Built-In Clip
  • Camera Shoe-Mount
• 1 x USB-C Digital Output Adapter
• 1 x Lightning Digital Output Adapter
• 1 x Coiled 3.5mm TRS to TRS Output Cable
• 1 x External Antenna
• 2 x Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphones with:
  • Clip
  • Windscreen
• 2 x Magnetic Transmitter Mount
• 2 x Furry High-Wind Windscreen
• 1 x Charging Carry Case with 2900mAh Internal Battery
• 1 x Drawstring Storage Pouch
• 1 x USB-C to USB-C Charging and Data Cable

Tech Specs

Transmission Type: 2.4 GHz digital frequency
Operating Range: Up to 984.3 feet (300m) with external antenna; 820.2 feet (250m) without external antenna
Audio Resolution: 24-bit/48kHz wireless; 32-bit float/48kHz onboard recording
Maximum SPL: 130 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >90 dB
Transmitter Dimensions: 45.5 × 33.5 × 15 mm
Transmitter Weight: 35 g
Battery Life: Approximately 6 hours
Charging Time: Approximately 1.5 hours
Onboard Storage: 8 GB
Water Resistance: IPX5 rated
Noise Cancellation: ClearVoice™ technology with adjustable levels
Output Modes: Mono, Stereo, Safety Track, Headset, Headphone
Connectivity: 3.5mm TRS, USB-C, Lightning (with adapters)
Timecode Support: Built-in
Lavalier Microphone Type: Omnidirectional
Charging Case Battery Capacity: 2900 mAh
Transmission Range: 300m (with external antenna), 250m (without external antenna)
Latency: 25 ms
Low Cut Filter: 150 Hz

Design and features

• PREMIUM WIRELESS SYSTEM: Incredibly Powerful Professional 2-person wireless clip-on mic system with Lavaliers that is ideal for High-Level Filmmaking, Content Creation, Interviews, Vlogging, Mobile Journalism, Live Streaming, Podcasts & More
• FLAWLESS RECORDING & SYNCHRONIZATION: 32-bit Float / 48kHz Recording Transmitters maximize dynamic Range, prevent clipping or Distortion, and ensure noise-free Normalization | Timecode for Seamless & Precise Audio Sync in Post-Production
• POWERFUL TRANSMITTERS: 2x Clip-On Transmitters with Auto Gain that Ensure a Great Take, 3 Levels of AGC Noise Cancellation to Eliminate Background Noise, IPX5 Water Resistance, and Lavalier Microphones Included!!! for Professional Miking
• POWERFUL TRANSMITTERS: 2x Clip-On Transmitters with Auto Gain, ClearVoice AGC Noise Cancellation, IPX5 Water Resistance, and Lavalier Microphones Included for Professional, Discreet Miking
• RANGE, SECURITY, & POWER: External Antenna Included for Industry-Leading Extended Range of up to 984′ line-of-sight range (820’ without), Secure Signal with 128-bit Encryption, Up to 18-hours of Power & Protection on the go with Charging Case

The Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System system consists of 2 Transmitters, one Receiver, and 2 Smartphone dongles, one Android and one iOS. All the components fit into a plastic storage/charging case with a USB-C charging port on the back, and charge-level LED indicators on the top. The Transmitter has the mic and port for the Lavalier mic on the top. On the bottom, are connector pins for charging, and on the sides are the control buttons and the USB-C port.  The Receiver is a simple design with a LED screen on top along with a control knob. On the sides are the antenna and audio ports, and on the bottom are the connector pins, USB-C port, and USB-C or Lightning dongle port.

Performance

The Saramonic Ultra Wireless Microphone System offers versatile connectivity with USB-C and Lighting dongles that allow you to connect to cameras, IOS, and Android smartphones and computers. This makes it an excellent choice for content creators and professionals. It features 32-bit float onboard recording, a fantastic 300-meter range that allows me to move around my home without disconnecting from audio. Just in case of a mishap this system features IPX5 waterproof protection.

The major weakness I am encountering is the battery life, which is rated at 6 hours. I use this system with a PC for the remote meetings I attend via my Meta Quest 3 VR headset.

I need the batteries to last at least 8 to 9 hours. I’ve been interrupted during meetings multiple times. For the days when I have back-to-back meetings scheduled for the entire day, I cannot risk using this system despite its pristine audio and easy connectivity. There is also an app that allows tweaking and customization, but I never it. Here are some screenshots from the app:
APP:

Overall, the Saramonic Ultra Mic system is a great addition to my gear collection. Each component is well-built, and the feature on the Receivers with the option to add the included Lavalier mics is fantastic. In addition, the external antenna option is the first of the kind I have seen on this type of mic system and a great feature for extending the range between the transmitter and receiver. The audio quality is pristine and the onboard recording capability is a nice option for safeguarding recordings or recording on the go. The charging case is nice and allows you to charge on the go. I wish the individual components could hold more charge for longer periods of use before they need to be recharged. Otherwise, this is another great product from Sasramonic.

The following is a video that I recorded using this mic for the audio:

Final thoughts

The Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System works well on my IOS and Android smartphones, and I love that it works with my PC. I have been using it for meetings that I attend daily using Immersed VR on my Meta Quest headset. Just as I experienced with previous Saramonic mics that I reviewed, the audio quality is great and the versatility is there to match. Other than the shortcoming of the battery life of the Receiver for my needs, this is another great mic system from Saramonic.

What I like about the Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System

• Compact and attractive design
• Good connectivity options
• Easy to use
• Great audio quality
• Great range between the transmitters and the Receiver
• The included antenna that extends the wireless range
• Good battery life
• Nice charging case

What needs to be improved?

• The battery life of the components

Price: $299.00
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: Saramonic provided a free sample for this review. Saramonic did not have a final say on the review and did not preview it before it was published.

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