Every Test You Wanted to Know: RODE Wireless Go II

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Lavs Tested with RODE Wireless GO II: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oICXamB-mNygh8k Budget Range $20-100

[@thisisreel]

Do you think the rode trrs smartlav with a trrs to trs adapter will work as well on the Go2 as the rode lav go?

[@walgranapolonio]

What about include noise gate + compression and EQ? The perfect vlog mic to any noisy ambient.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

@thisisreel.co Yes, this would work. It's not the most elegant solution but it will work.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

@Walgran Their newest video talking about the latest firmware update hints at something like this where you can adjust compressor parameters. Not sure about noise gate. We shall see!

[@edenronald8991]

I know Im randomly asking but does anyone know of a way to get back into an Instagram account..? I somehow forgot the login password. I love any help you can offer me!

[@rodemic]

Thanks for checking out the Wireless GO II! As an FYI, you can export just a selection of the onboard recording with the most recent version of RØDE Central. Just drag the white bars from either end of the track to get the selection you need, and then press export selection!

[@rp.aguilera]

You guys actually rose the bar!

[@chriscoveries]

@@rp.aguilera white bars, not rose bars. they added white bars

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey RØDE! Thank you guys for supplying me with the review units for this review! Wonderful to hear about the most recent version of the RØDE Central App. I'm not sure if the E-mail notifications are working as I am not receiving the emails about a new version. I'm sure the team is working on it, but hopefully the App can just auto update instead of needing to download each new version manually. I look forward to seeing any new future updates with the TX and RX firmware. You all have completely changed the game with these small form wireless audio systems, can't wait to deploy them more on film projects!

[@rp.aguilera]

@@chriscoveries haha, that too

[@RandomRichard2022]

Hi, is there an iPhone app coming to control the Go II? Because, honestly, who brings a computer on set to change the settings? Its not practical at all. Thanks and great job again !

[@LeighDorei]

never in my life have i seen such an in depth video on a product

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Leigh! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Hope the video was able to answer any questions you had! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@LeighDorei]

@@TLDR_filmmaker you definitely did! the only extra i needed was a public test in a busy area to see how much environmental sound the mic would pick up, other than that your video helped me choose to buy it!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

RODE Wireless Go II: The Movie

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

RODE Wireless GO II: The RODE Go Killer

[@LucasLarrahona]

Hhahahha good one.

[@Lo0pDotCom]

Wahahaha.... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...... All Stressed out!

[@jasonleaman.]

Just another Rode Movie...

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

RØDE Trip How to lose a RØDE Go in 10 shoots.

[@DammaChakku]

I watched many reviews so far on Wireless Go 2. But I found yours is the best. Especially I am truly glad that you made those wonderful suggestions to Rode. Beautiful. Thank you.🙏

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Damma! 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! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@ChuckThree]

The Undisputed Authority on wireless audio recorders 🙌 I waited for your review before buying despite some other channels getting the initial batch of review units. By far and away you do the most thorough and comprehensive testing with all these wireless audio recorders.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Charlie! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm so glad this video was helpful! I will continue to do my best! It's going to be a very interesting 2021 as other companies put in their chips to compete! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@hello_Blake_Alan]

I appreciate your test. They provide intrinsic value. After watching a few other video reviews, it’s your videos that showcase how these mics function in multiple scenarios and putting them up against each other that gives me the best understanding of their quality. More people need to subscribe to your channel.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Blake! Thank you so much for checking out this video and the kind words! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@quynhchivo8579]

This is the most detailed review video I've ever seen in my life

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Chi Võ Quỳnh! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Gotta try and make sure I get as much info to anyone interested as possible! Hope you were able to find the answer to any questions you had! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@gabrielching7825]

If I were Rode, I definitely will hire you as a consultant, Good job and thanks!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Gabriel! Thank you so much for checking out this video and the kind words! That would be a dream job haha, but for now I do appreciate them sending out review units so I can make videos like this for you all! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@MrFraiche]

The quality of the tests are legit.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey MrFraiche! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed the tests and that they were helpful! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@mrheng562]

Bro, we discussed timecode!!! That’s a killer feature for a firmware update. Great review. I need to record my review since I’ve done my football field test and battery drain tests multiple days teaching on zoom for 6+ hours. Found some interesting results. 😂😂😂

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

MrHennnnnng. I knoooooooow we did! But the more I thought about it, this is assuming your laptop or phone is the timecode that your camera, recorder, and RODE GO has to sync up with somehow. I'm just not sure RODE could develop their app to talk with everything... maybe... I need to think about it more. lol Man I am soooooo curious what your football field test is gonna do lol!

[@79GDawg]

Such an amazingly thorough review. Thank you very much for all of your hard work in putting this video together 😊👍

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Greg! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! You're most welcome! Glad to do it to help anyone thats looking for answers to their questions. If you haven't already, check out my upload yesterday where I tested lav mics ranging from $20-100 to see which lavs people may consider for their needs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oICXamB-mNygh8k Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@jonnylakewood7767]

Incredibly expansive range of tests. You left me with no questions about the product. Thank you for the testing and your insight.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Jonny! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm so glad to hear the video was able to answer your questions! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@Marcos-S316]

Thank you this is what I was looking for. I just got the Saramonic a week ago and haven't open it because the Rode system came out. Now I have all of the info that I need so I'm sending back the Saramonic to get the Rode Go II. Thanks again for helping me with my decision.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Now Tech It! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad this video was helpful and that you got the answers you needed! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@t3xw1ll3r]

Hi! First of all I want to compliment you! In my opinion you are a TOP KZbinr! Few cuts, excellent hand movements, impeccable framing and perfect lights! VERY VERY GOOD!!! And now my problem... THE SAFETY CHANNEL! Let me start by saying that I have the WirelessGO II for few days... I'd like confirmation on what I've noticed that is, when I record the audio using the minijack (for example if I record on my Zoom) the safety channel works correctly WHILE When I record a video on my iPhone 12 Pro Max, using the Rode SC15 cable, THE AUDIO HAS NO SAFETY CHANNEL!!! This, in my opinion, is a serious programming error!!! Do you agree with that???

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Tex! Thank you so much for checking out this video, the much kind words, and asking a question! This is completely normal for the iphone in that if you are using the built in video app, it records a dual mono signal from any microphone you plug into it. Which mean, you will never hear the safety channel because it is premixed into both L and R channels. I can't confirm if this is true if you used the app "filmic pro" where it does seem to show two stereo channels in your audio meters. You may need to google search to see if FilmicPro allows for true stereo recording instead of the Apple Iphone Video App that does dual mono by default. All's to say is, what you're experience on the iphone right now is normal, some action cameras also just have one channel of audio that then gets dual mono'd out. Hope this helps! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@cultofcedar]

Wow put exactly what I was looking for into a detailed review. This might be the first time I've ever actively looked for the affilite link.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey J! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm so glad you found this video useful and I sincerely appreciate your support! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content to help people out that are looking for information! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@JarradShaw]

You spoke pretty positively about Comica’s BoomX D dual wireless system a year-ish ago. Because of you and our conversations I purchased it. It has been good and enjoyed it. So thank you very much. I’ve even used an adapter to usb-c on the Comica mics and it has done well with a laptop over zoom. However, just like rode did to answer deity’s v-mic d3 by coming out with the NTG they seem to have done so plus some (app, firmware, different hertz, internal audio, safety track, etc) with the new wireless 2. Going back down to basics of audio... what do you think of the sound difference between the two mic systems, and their wireless reliability? Your statements in this video are pretty clear. Of all the pro budget lines the wireless 2 really takes the cake. However I’m still curious since you did say positive things about what Comica did a year ago yet did not include them (and yeah there have been so many iterations since rode’s 1st one came out). Is the comica boomx dual wireless on par sound wise, and does it matter given all the other added features this new wireless 2 gives you?

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Jarrad! The reason I did not include the Comica XD is because they were beat out by the Saramonic Blink 500 Pro approx 4 months ago in the 2.4ghz dual TX space. As far as sound, there is indeed a difference between the two, mainly that the BoomXD has a default Low Cut Filter on by default that can't be turned off. However if you have a low bassy voice, this works in your favor versus my voice that benefits from the RODE GO II lift in the bass sound. My thoughts on the Comica Boom XD at the time, of course, is based on no one else coming into the market with those set of features. So at the time it was the best competitor against the RODE GO at that price point and value. Especially with a little EQ the Boom XD could match the sound. I would say this, if the Boom XD is currently serving your needs and you have not had any limitations because of it. Then theres really no reason to rush out and upgrade. Because you'd be upgrading for no real reason. The "Think Critically" video I talked about in this video and linked is where my thought processes is coming from. Don't buy things on the "off chance" you may need it, because you'd be wasting more money just to feel safe. Instead buy what you know you need or upgrade to solve a problem. Hope this makes sense and helps!

[@thedappersneakerhead9262]

Hands down the absolute best review - TY so much bro !

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey thedappersneakerhead! 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 reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@ShahmeerAbbasOfficial]

Thanks this is the best video made on this product I'm gonna go for RODE Wireless GO 2

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Shahmeer! 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 content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@RafaelPortoMediaServices]

I have been waiting for this one!!! LOL that video you did the day before the announcement...Come on Rode

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Rafael! Haha I know right? I didn't even know a RODE GO 2 was coming! I'm so glad you all told me about it and that RODE was able to get me out a review unit so quickly! Hope this review was helpful!

[@kwongyueyang]

Another great review. I almost fell over when I saw it was 40+ minutes, but your attention to detail is fantastic. Keep up the great work!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Kowng! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I knoooow I was also thinking 40 minutes is crazy, but there was just too many test I had to confirm haha. So glad you did watch and that it provided value for you! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@flipteezy]

Just cracks me up when u sometimes look at your hand making sure you’re hold up the right number of fingers. Great review as always. I just ordered it.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again flipteezy! Hahaha sometimes you just gotta be sure after you've spend 6 days straight working on tests and the video. Awesome! Have fun with it when it arrives! RODE is continuing to release more and more features through their firmware, my review is already outdated

[@flipteezy]

@@TLDR_filmmaker totally agree with your firmware recommendations. the only addition i wish they made was to be able to screw in your mic. i would pay an extra $50 for that.

[@todddammit4628]

If it had 32 bit internal recording then this thing would be literally perfect. But they've gotta save something for the Pro version that will probably be coming out. Killer killer upgrade Rode, well done.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Todd! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! That's what I'm thinking too. I have a feeling there will be a pro version in probably the form of an updated filmmaker kit. Either way, extremely exciting times from RODE finally breaking the plagued US Patent that's been holding us back in the budget friendly market. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@berndtlindstrom830]

Hi, and thanks for your info. Finally someone who checks how far from the receiver the transmitter works with the "back" towards the receiver. Most tests I have seen here on youtube, have gone backwards when testing the "range" of the products. It will probably be a Rode, since unfortunately several of the cheaper brands are unfortunately not yet "there", regardless of range or noise floor. Thank you for the work you put in.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Berndt! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad this reviews tests were helpful! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@djeeno]

First off, I love the format. Answers first, explanations later. Alos very impressed at how exhaustive your testing was since it answered a lot of questions I had. At the end of this you had convinced me not to put off buying a set when my tax return comes. There is however one tiny question mark sticking around that did not get answered in this: When using this with an external recorder using the supplied 3.5 to 3.5 TRS cable the lack of shielding in the recorder often results in a severe whine, this is solved by a stereo to double mono splitter and two xlr adapters (all from rode in the video I saw), the question left however is if it would work with an existing stereo TRS to dual XLR-cable. Maybe not your wheelhouse but that was the only question I didn't get an answer to. Thanks for a great and easily digested video. oh and of course I subscribed.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey djeeno! Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question! I think this all ultimately comes down to your recorder if the shielding in the recorder is the problem. I personally have not run into any RF problems with any cable, splitter, and Dual XLR stereo cables going into my Tascam DR40 (used in this videos tests) And these cables are all either the companies own brand or a very cheap off-brand from Amazon. I've heard the earlier Zoom recorders had the RF problem with these 2.4ghz wireless audio systems, Id imagine their newer ones don't. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@zakydungun206]

Love from Malaysia, tq for this awesome content, i've been waiting this👍

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Zaky! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So happy this video was helpful! Hope it answers any questions you did have! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one! Greetings from USA!

[@zakydungun206]

Tq for doing this review 🏃

[@GeniusSKLee]

Your video really helped me with my choice between Wireless Go 2 and Lark 150! I like some features of Lark 150, but I’m going for Wireless Go 2 for this generation. Thank you very much!!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey GeniusSKLee! 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! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@starnod]

Thanks for your video. I watched your other video on The “5 Critical Steps to Always Buy The Right Gear”. It was very informative and I’ll be using it as my go to before purchasing equipment from here on in. Thanks!!!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey Hey Starnod! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! You're most welcome and I'm so glad you got additional value from the Think Critical Series! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@SlideWreckDan]

Thanks for taking the time to do all the proper tests! As a content creator I know how much work this would've been and appreciate the details. Ordered one through your affiliate link!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Dan! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! You're most welcome! So glad these tests were helpful and I sincerely appreciate the support! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@mr.pinecone]

That was an outstanding test and evaluation! I'm a brand new KZbinr and you taught me so much about mics but also about content creation and formulas. Thank you!!! You have a new subscriber. :-)

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Mr. Pinecone! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm so glad this video was helpful and that you're well on your way on your youtube journey! I will continue to do my best making helpful reviews and content! All the best wishes on your channel! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@KameramannPeterKlein]

A very good test from you of the new Rode Wireless GO II Greetings from Germany...

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Peter! So glad you enjoyed the video! Hope it answered any questions you may have had! Greetings from the USA!

[@HarmonicaMustang]

Fantastic review and testing of this kit, it really helped me in the decision to purchase it. I'm a freelance sound recordist and boom operator, and I bought the RODE Wireless Go II kit for a specific need. Recording atmos/soundscape on set can be difficult, especially if you need anywhere from a minute to a few minutes of silence to capture it. But you can't get around it; the soundscape on set is unique to that location, time and weather. For example, if an airplane is passing overhead, the Doppler effect created is almost impossible to recreate in post. Therefore I bought this kit to be my always-present atmos capture. I can pop these on a small stand in A/B somewhere discrete, and during the take when the set is generally silent I get the exact atmos for that take. It makes post happy, it makes the director happy as he/she can hear a nice mix during the take, and it means I've got an extra pair of lavs if things turn for the worst. This is the cheapest and most convenient all-in-one system money can buy for this purpose. As a professional, if I was to purchase these for use on talent, I would love locking TRS sockets. The thought of the lav accidentally unplugging mid-take is terrifying and is what mainly puts me off using them for their intended purpose, but I know they're not designed for people with my requirements.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey DJ Shuffle! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm so happy to hear this video was helpful and that you were able to make a informed purchasing decision for your needs! I did a fun video about what we could expect if RODE made a "pro" version of the RODE GO. It would be cool to see if they go that route as these little suckers are just super worth the investment for what they bring to the table. Just a short 4 years ago I was struggling on justifying to spend $600 for one wireless lav system, and now look at what we get for half the price with two units! Crazy! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@lisrooks3821]

@DJ Shuffle I hope you don't mind me asking, what system do you use that has locking TRS sockets? Or do you operate a boom only (no wireless set up)?

[@hbl_channel]

You just gained a subscriber! You're now my 2nd fave next to Curtis Jude. Awesome, awesome review.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Homer! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed this video and that it was valuable! Curtis Judd is definitely #1, I continue to learn so much from him! Definitely always check what he has to say in the most critical of reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@andreasbuder4417]

As always, you are a blessing! The absolute only person, that tested no line of sight and your review even surpasses Curtis Judd at this point. Madly impressed!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Andreas! It's been awhile! Glad you got the answers you were looking for! Nah I can't say I've surpassed Curtis, I'm still learning so much from him and trying to train my ears to hear what he hears. He's my go to for technical audio review!

[@ChrisTurnerPhotographer]

Dude… so impressed by this review. Very good work liked and subbed

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Chris! Thank you so much for checking out this video, commenting, and subbing! Hope this review was helpful! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@irenebayani]

Yahoooo!!! going to order it using your affiliate link! I've been waiting for this one!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Irene! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad this video was helpful and for your support! Enjoy it when they arrive and have fun! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@asolidmindproductions]

Great review my friend! Agreed on all points and I hope Rode implements each and every one of your suggestions! Cheers!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Jose! Thanks for checking this video my friend! This is definitely a great release from RODE after 2 years of seeing what others were doing. It's going to be one heck of a fight in 2021 as other budget brands try to match or exceed in these features!

[@fullframepro]

Thanks for this! Always great breakdowns! Can't wait for mine to get here!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey OlderBlading! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! You're most welcome! Glad this video was helpful! I can't wait for you to play around with it, its such a great versatile mic and does the job at a great price! If you haven't already check out the Lav tests I did on the system if you are looking for a wired lav in the future: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oICXamB-mNygh8k Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@Rugbychepassione]

I was waiting for your test. Excellent as usual!! Ciao

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Paolo! Hope this review was able to answer any question you may have had!

[@Ranger7Studios]

Agreed. Rode destroyed the competition when the mark II came out. I'm so glad I sold my old ones in order to buy these. I've been using the RWG II with the RODE mic Go for all my latest videos and I think it sounds great. I concur that this is the system to buy. Another great comparison video! ;)

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Steven! Absolutely, it's going to be very hard for any budget 2.4ghz systems to compete with them now because I feel most of them just won't have the internal recording and if they did it will be limited and even then it probably won't be as full featured with firmware upgrades. RØDE has stomped their foot down and now we look to Zoom and others to see if they are going to attempt to bring a fight at this price level. We shall see!

[@carltonjones2915]

Excellent review and sound reasoning.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Carlton! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad this review was helpful! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@TheRcKiwis]

Love your mic reviews! Only ever purchased mics after watching your reviews! Great job! 🍻

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey Hey TheRcKiwis! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm so glad these videos have been helpful in your purchasing research! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@j.henning5329]

for my piece, a comparison of transmitter v. onboard v. safety track quality & overall distortion/clipping would be very helpful too. But this is a super thorough and helpful video too! Thanks!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey J. Henning! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Ah I didn't think to necessarily add the safety track in my comparison between the Transmitter v onboard in my audio tests because I felt I clipped at the mic level not at the receiver level. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@TripleU-E]

new firmware is out, great new function and improvements!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Uwe! I found out today, love that they are still working more improvements and features!

[@YoungBlaze]

Good job, this is like Gerald undone levels of stress test! Only thing i wish you could've examined was the issue ive been hearing about people saying that if it looses connection with the receiver the internal recording wont work and actually wont record, i seen rode adrressing this in one persons review showing it was a flaw in this, but either way im glad i subscribed

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Thanks again for the kind words YoungBlaze. Yes I had that problem too on an older firmware and saw RODE addressed it so I didn't feel the need to bring it up as I am on the latest firmware. Most likely people won't have this issue when they receiver their units as the moment they plug into the computer with the app, it will update. I look forward to seeing what other firmware updates may come!

[@ChuckThree]

@@TLDR_filmmaker keep us up to date on firmware updates with video shorts

[@iamteddy87]

Always love your videos! Best analysis compared to any youtuber out there! I think I will pick up this instead of the Saramonic one!

[@iamteddy87]

11/10 Review!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Tan G! Glad this review was helpful! I will keep doing my best with my reviews as I'm sure more companies will try to come in at this price point with similar features. It's going to be an interesting 2021

[@thisisreel]

The best audio reviews on youtube. well done

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey thisisreel! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed this review! Hope it answer any question you may have had! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@AlcoholFreeRV]

Thanks for the video, I love the level of detail you get into, and this has certainly helped influcence my decision to buy! Heading over to the local shop this afternoon actually! :)

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Alcohol Free RV! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Awesome! So glad this video was helpful! I did some more follow up videos as well that may be helpful. Lavs to buy for RODE GO II: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oICXamB-mNygh8k Best settings to use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpLOoZKDhbaCa7M Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@AnthonyHarry]

Thanks man. I really need this video to decide to buy the Rode Wireless Go II

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Anthony! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! You're most welcome! Glad to hear this video was helpful! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@technomadmn]

Excellent video! Loaded with information we all needed. 🙏

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again TechNomad! So glad to hear it, hope this video answers many questions for anyone interested! Thanks again for stopping by!

[@Mirsab]

1:52 Blink 500 Pro sounded the best Even Rode GO sounded better than GO 2 for some reason!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Muhammad! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! While that is true in terms of the soundbox text, you'll need to consider that most people arn't going to be talking in a completely sound chamber type room. The Original RODE GO was a flat response, which meant your voice sounded much more thin when you were using it in normal situations and may need to bump up the Bass to get your voice back. The New RODE GO and Blink500 add that bass back in so when you are in a room or outdoors, your voice sounds better out of the gate without needed to EQ later. The beginning parts of me using the build in mic and deity you can hear how in that room my voice sounds fine and doesn't sound like the soundbox. Hope this makes sense! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@ReeWebster]

Through NS10s & Rokit 5s, GO was loads better, hi-end sounds overly flat on the 2.

[@ShelbyOnSafari]

Mold it and fold it! Love it! No wonder you’ve been busy with this video Jason! I like the idea of it being able to be used for both zoom calls and also portable when I am out searching for frogs 💚 I agree, I like that they’ve gone for an app. It’s rather exciting knowing they can keep bringing new stuff out on the app and keep the investment worth it!

[@ShelbyOnSafari]

OMG I JUST SPOTTED YOUR CAPT T-SHIRT.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Shelby! I know, its a long one! Definitely a mic perfect for finding those frogs! 💚 Haha yup, my awesome Capt T-Shirt!

[@TripleU-E]

best Wireless Go2 review! loads of details, would be great if they would offer a set with only 1 Transmitter with the possibility to buy the second at a later time

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Uwe! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed the video! Hope it answered any question you may have had! That would definitely be nice, however I can see why they didn't go that route like Saramonic did with the original Blink 500. It would most likely cost them a lot more money in the long run and cause the prices to go up. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@chrisbyrne25]

love the questions directed to rhode. awesome if they could offer those features!!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Chris! Glad you saw the more recent video on the new RODE, there is also one about what different Lav mics sounds with it. When it comes to home recording stuff it really depends on what you're doing. I used to want to use wireless mics, but now all my youtube videos in the home office is done with my RODE Videomic NTG as it's less hassle to setup and does a good job blocking out noise from the outdoors.

[@alantuttphotography]

Looks like the original version got 3x the "no line of sight" distance in the new location. Great that you added this as a comparison point. Overall, I can't think of anything you didn't test, other than maybe frequency response compared to a direct cable, but then again, no one tests that. Your sound comparison is plenty sufficient there. I think this is finally a 2.4Ghz system I can feel good purchasing.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Alan! They key point about the original in the test is that I oriented the RX to be vertical and not horizontal like it would naturally. When you have it in this configuration the RX is able to grab a better signal. It's really only good if you are a 1ch user. I really really want to figure out how to do a frequency response comparison it would be much most objective than to use my voice which is more mid heavy and grumbly. But other than that, yea, RODE came to play hard after watching the competition for 2 years. They came in with no punches pulled!

[@alantuttphotography]

@@TLDR_filmmaker That's right, you did mention that you altered the orientation. And yes, this probably accounts for a good portion of the increased range. As far as doing a frequency test, you might have to connect the output of your computer to the mic-in jack of the transmitter, then do a frequency sweep in a DAW. The volume recorded out of the receiver throughout the sweep would give a good picture of the frequency response of the system. Even better if you could record the DAW output on the same recorder as the received signal, then you have a clear reference of the original source. Again, you really don't need to do this type of test, but it would be another detail unique to your channel.

[@xray111xxx]

I think this is a must buy for me. The balance of performance and distance and reliable transmit and receive make it attractive. I love the idea it can record too. Nice backup to the audio I send to my camera. Rode products have never excited me as much as this one has. This is it. Only miss is you must use a computer only for the adjustments. Would have been cool for a Mobile app control too. Maybe Rode Wireless GO III.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Vincent! Definitely great. The Adjustments is only for certain options. Most of the ones can be done on the unit itself. I do believe a mobile version is coming, RODE has said they are working on it. Hopefully it comes out soon.

[@Ranger7Studios]

Sounds like the new Rode is a little more muffled. The Pico still sounds amazing and very clear considering how old it is.

[@mikeblack_pw]

I thought the Lark 150 sounded great for speech. Not as much bass as the Rode. Nice and clean.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Steven and Mike! It does have more bass than the original from my make shift sound box. However I don't necessarily think thats a bad thing for my voice in an untreated room, the extra lift in the bass helps for me while the Lark 150 in my review accentuated my grumble frequencies. I feel it really depends on a combination of your voice + the room you're in. Unfortunately I have to think of a way to produce a flat frequency sound where I could dive deeper into what the EQ wave looks like so I can really figure out how each system behaves.

[@misterozgraphics]

@@mikeblack_pw Hey Mike, I agree that the Lark 150 sounds very nice. I used it recently for a tv commercial shoot and the agency was shocked at how good it sounded (we normally use a cabled shotgun mic). I have both the Lark 150 and the Rode WGii and trying to decide on which to keep. Pros and cons to both as usual...but I find that the audio from the Lark 150 sounds very clean and considerably better than almost every youtube review I have seen/heard. The Lark is also much faster and easier to use, especially right out of the box...and having actual level control knobs to adjust up or down quickly on-the-fly is nice during a shoot. And having the lcd screen facing you rather than facing the ceiling like every other system is so much easier to view and monitor everything...and that makes it much nicer to work with. I do wish it had internal recording and 7 hour battery life, and then it would be nearly perfect, lol. Hollyland did just cut their price to $279 because of the new Rode Wireless Go II, and they do include two lav mics and the nifty charging case so it's still a great option...and the Lark has real headphone monitoring that lets you hear exactly what every mode is doing (mono, stereo, safety). I was able to pick up the Lark at a special pricing a lot lower than normal retail so for that reason and it's ease of use I may just keep it...because so far I like using it more than the Rode.

[@mikeblack_pw]

@@misterozgraphics thanks for all that. I had the RWG1 and sold it a few months ago once the Lark 150’s came out. I now have the Lark. Great system. I agree with you... an internal recording and longer battery life and it would be perfect. Great to know about using it on a commercial shoot!

[@samphelps856]

So good man! Thanks so much for this! Covered everything!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Sam! You're most welcome! Glad you enjoyed it and hope it answered any questions you may have had!

[@MeuTechMundo]

The most complete review of the world

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Meu Tech Mundo! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I'm happy to hear you enjoyed this review! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@jeffreythemeditator]

Hey man - - I really appreciate your videos. I watch almost all of them at this point and, what can I say? -you have an inspiring approach. thanks for the time and effort

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Jeffrey! Thank you so much for checking out this video and the kind words! I'm glad the videos have been helpful, I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@francischang]

Great review! Thanks for measuring the latency! Thank-you!!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

You're most welcome Francis! I got you!

[@joemoss7734]

love your content! love the presentation! keep up the outstanding reviews!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Joe! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed this video! Hope it was able to answer any question you may have had! I will definitely continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@Ranger7Studios]

I asked RODE about float 32. However, I forgot why they said they couldn't do it. I know you can output your recordings to a float 32 file, but I think it was something with the hardware. Maybe I'm wrong or maybe they just didn't want to tell me what they have planned for future updates. Lol. In any case, it would be a nice feature to add, thus putting the RWG II even higher in the #1 spot for small wireless mics.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

I believe the hardware is not there, the dual analog to digital converter thingy that makes 32bit float possible. But I'm sure they are looking into it and maybe a Pro version will come or we wait for RODE GO III

[@duseylicious]

THIS is the thorough testing I needed! Knowing I can get around 90ft with it in a back pocket is great. The originals were terrible in this regard.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Dusey! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Glad the tests were helpful! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@GL-uy3fd]

It’s truly amazing seeing Curtis Judd’s influence on other reviewers

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey G L! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! @Curtis Judd is simply amazing and filled with knowledge. I've learned so much from him and continue to do so when I listen to how he speaks about microphones and what his ears hear versus mine! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@chriscoveries]

Holy crap did you upgrade your set and bokeh or what... WOW. Incredible man, looks great!!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Chriscoveries! Thank you so much for checking out this video and the kind words! Kinda sorta an upgrade. I basically finally organized my office space so that I can do a bit more lighting. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@poplogic17]

Well done, as always! Thank you for this video!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Dan! Thank you so much! Hope the tests were helpful and answered any questions you had!

[@photoman1965]

if rode put 32 bit flow in the wireless go 2 and extend the battery life this thing is going to be a beast i agree with TLDR filmmaker about all the extra things he talk about i hope rode follow through and give it some thoughts.nice ideal TLDR filmmaker keep up the good works

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Kenneth! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! It indeed would be one heck of a beast if that happens, maybe in the 3rd generation? Or maybe they'll make a RØDE GO Pro... A little chunkier, but not by much. Very exciting times, we'll see how this year plays with other companies competing! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@alexanderjamesINC]

Commenting early to help the algorithm but I will have to watch the full video later. I know this is going to be good. Thanks for making it.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Alexander! I sincerely appreciate it! Hope the tests will be helpful and answer any of your questions!

[@checkeredflagfilms]

Thanks for the review. I've going to be recording some noisy race cars and wonder if this unit is up to the task. I'm interested in the transmitter "Safety Channel" and wondered what kind of db pad was incorporated in it? Don't want these loud race cars to clip the audio constantly...so have a back safety channel sounds interesting.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Checkered Flag Films! Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question! The new firmware updates for the RODE GO II added a "pad" feature for the TX for exactly that purpose of super loud sounds. The PAD is done at the mic-input level, not the RX output level, I can't remember if that pad is -15db or -20db. The safety channel is done at the output level of the RX and not at the mic level, so that PAD feature is what you'll want to use. Otherwise if the mic clips, the safety channel on the RX isn't going to help. TLDR: Us the TX PAD feature, you can still use the safety channel with it too just incase your cameras preamp setting was too hot for certain shots. Hope this helps! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@philpritchard5173]

Great idea about the EQ.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Phil! I really hope the idea of EQ's plays for its future, it would be super handy for sure. Especially for creators that are only using it in their own studio space!

[@daslolo]

32 bit float would require dual AD circuit to get the wide dynamic range so I think they'd add it just to get that on their spec sheet but won't matter.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey daslolo! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Correct. After the initial hype and having more understanding of 32bit float, I'm going to assume that there is no dual AD inside and that the 32bit float export is simply there to match your audio workflow in post. Perhaps the Rode wireless Go III will have the 32bit float recording feature. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@scottdellefave1868]

i love my wireless go 2...one simple suggestion for a firmware update would include a way to tell if my transmitter is muted or not. When i manually mute myself at the transmitter there is no way to tell if I'm muted or not. The only way to tell is to walk to the camera and look at the receiver. Blinking red led would be fantastic if possible but if blue only LED's are in the hardware, some kind of blinking sequence letting me know i'm muted or live would be fantastic.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Scott! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Ooo that would be a good and easy firmware update for sure. Great suggestion! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@englinesian6383]

You made it, buddy!!! Appreciate that.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Englinesian! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! You're most welcome! Hope this review was able to answer any questions you may have had! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@rafael_daguerre]

Congratulations on the work! A review of almost 50 minutes and what we know to be hours of work. I work with the Zoom H4nPro and a wireless microphone from Boya (BY-WM6) with a lavalier from Sony (ECM-CS3). But Boya is bad. I saw that you tested the RW GO II with the Tascam recorder. What would be better for capture quality: recording directly to the RW GO II or connecting it to the Zoom H4n Pro? In my case, I work with journalism and independent cinema (short and medium film). For movies, I need a lavalier. So, I would have to buy the RW GO II kit + 2 lavaliers (RODE Lavalier Go Mic, for example).

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Rafael! Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question! Generally speaking to get the best quality you will want to record into an external recorder like your Zoom. However the internal back up recording in the RODE GO isn't too bad if you need it in a pinch. The RODE GO II would be a great piece of kit to have with you for indie films and journalism, that backup recording feature has come in handy for me in random situations where I just use it as a voice recorder with no video. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@TheToneWork]

Purchased through your affiliate link. Thanks for the review!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

You're most welcome Conrad! I sincerely appreciate the support! Can't wait to see what other firmware features they may place into the life span of the unit!

[@DMVisuals]

Mannnn I lost it during the sound test "You done messed up A..Aron" lmao Great, informative video my guy!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey DM Visuals! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Hahaha thats a fun little easter egg for people who come across my audio mic reviews, it just comes outta nowhere lol! So glad you enjoyed this video! I'll continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@ooppss5284]

the latency test is what im looking for on this rode go ii..thanks

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey O o p p s s! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Glad to hear you got the answer you were looking for! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@cloudyO5]

Great review, thanks! Cleared anything up for me. Ordered mine right now. As for Parametric EQ, this is an interesting idea. Although, I might not fiddle around in the field with EQing. I think perhaps I'd rather have limiters maybe? Not sure if this could be done appropriately by firmware update. Thank you for the video!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey cloudy05! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Oh definitely not a good idea to fiddle with EQ out in the field, definitely more for studio work unless a certain outdoor space is used for multiple shoots and the sound person can create an EQ after the first day shoot. Their newest firmware update video showed potential customization to compression, I'm not sure if limiters will be able to be adjusted. The more customization they give us with this system, they are going to take over the market for quite awhile at this price range. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@cloudyO5]

@@TLDR_filmmaker The more I think of it, Parametric EQ, noise gate, compression, besides limiters would make it a great tool for live or fast turnaround productions. Mobile streamingcould be an interesting scenario for that. Have a great and safe day!

[@EmbracingDyslexia]

I own both the PicoMic and the Wireless Go II and yesterday I used the Go II for the first time filming three interviews. I have to say that I really was impressed with the quality of the audio from the Go II. While I LOVE the small form factor of the PicoMic and the fact that it's not very noticeable when attached to the speaker, I always notice a slight digital tinge to the audio. I'm not sure how to describe what I mean, but it always bothered me a little bit. I did have some hardware issues, but PicoGear's customer service was superb and they resolved my problems by sending me replacement hardware! I ended up buying the Go II mainly for the on board recording capability. The Go II's audio was, to my ears, much better than the PicoMic, but this may be due to the fact that I was using the Rode Lavalier Go with it. Either way, I was pleasantly surprised by how good it sounded. However, it wasn't all sunshine and rainbows. I should first mention that I have the latest firmware on the transmitters and receiver. I also have the latest version of RODE Central. I have the transmitters set to record to internal memory and the first issue occurred with the audio quality set to Uncompressed and the second issue was with the audio quality set to Compressed. The first issue occurred two days ago when I recorded some tests and connected both transmitters to my computer and RODE Central. For one of them, I got an error message that read "Error mounting mass storage." After disconnecting and reconnecting the transmitter a few times, I was still getting the same message. I then disconnected and tried powering up the transmitter and it wouldn't power on no matter how long I held the power button. I reconnected the transmitter to the computer (still getting error message), changed the audio quality setting from Uncompressed to Compressed, disconnected it from the computer, and was finally able to power it on. I don't know if it was that change that helped or if it just decided to power on. I recorded a few more tests, reconnected, and was finally able to access the recordings. The second issue wasn't noticed until I got home after my shoot yesterday and connected the transmitter to my computer. I had filmed three separate interviews. The audio recording for the first two interviews were there, but the third one wasn't. It never recorded even though the receiver showed that it was recording. Fortunately, the receiver was connected to my camera and I got the audio, but this is really worrisome because the whole purpose of being able to record to the transmitter is in case you have some glitch in your camera audio. And my experience right out of the gate is I can't rely on the transmitter's ability to record the audio to its internal memory every time which, like I said earlier, is the reason I bought this mic. Anyone else experience any of these two issues?

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Embracing Dyslexia! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! In the earlier firmware I was having the troubles with the internal recording, but it seems to have worked itself out in the later firmware updates. It's unfortunate that literally all companies now treat the early customers as beta testers essentially, but they almost have to because of how fast tech is moving. I wish it wasn't so, but no much you can do about it in the race. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@EmbracingDyslexia]

@@TLDR_filmmaker I agree. I know it's hard for hardware and software developers to test for every possible scenario. If they did, they'd never release their product. I don't mind being an early adopter and I honestly do expect issues to pop up because nothing is perfect. What makes all the difference in the world is how the company responds when these issues start popping up. What's promising is that RODE quickly responded to the first batch of issues with a software and firmware update. I have written to them with the issue that I ran into and I hope it is something that can be fixed with the next firmware update. And thanks for your video reviews! Whenever I'm researching video or audio gear I'm interested in buying, I always check to see if you've reviewed it.

[@EmbracingDyslexia]

@@TLDR_filmmaker By the way, I just noticed that your transmitter is showing a firmware version of 1.2.4. Mine is 1.2.3 and the app says that my unit is up-to-date. I'm wondering if version 1.2.4 addresses the issues I had. Did you update to that version or did your units come with it pre-installed?

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

@@EmbracingDyslexia As of right now you have to go to RODE website and re-download the app again to get the latest version that carries the 1.2.4 firmware. I hope RODE will update their app faster so that there is just an "update" button somewhere in the "file menu" so that we can just update from the app and not have to keep redownloading the app to get the newest version. My unit was 1.0.9 when I first got it.

[@2010SLP]

@@TLDR_filmmaker my firmware is 1.3.3

[@AnahatNaad]

Keep water glass near you my man. Amazing video. I think you needed some water.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Blurryface! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Man, you are telling me! And I should probably get some sleep too haha Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@lizanye]

I already have it but this makes me happy with the purchase ;)

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Lizanye! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Awesome! If you haven't already make sure to check out my lav tests incase you are looking for a wired lav in the future! Video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oICXamB-mNygh8k Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@SSingh-nr8qz]

Holy shit! My mouth dropped open on this one.😲

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again S Singh! I know right?! RØDE is NOT PLAYING!!!

[@SSingh-nr8qz]

@@TLDR_filmmaker I wish knew this a year ago. bought 2 RODE GOs to create a dual audio setup. How is the internal recording noise? Also does the Sony A7S have good preamps or will the noise need to be removed in post?

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

@@SSingh-nr8qz I had no idea RODE was even going to make a 2nd one. I though they were just going to leave it like the Filmmaker Kit. The internal recording noise is low as you can see in my test, I talk about it in my bottom line how clean it is compared to my Tascam. A7S preamps are decent enough, however I still prefer the preamp of my GH5.

[@TheToneWork]

Also, Pro mode would be very welcome, although, I don't know of any pro wireless brands that don't use some kind of compression, etc. in the signal chain.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Ah gotcha

Very good video. Thanks for doing it.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Tümer Gündem'le Tam Gaz Motosiklet! 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 content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@EternuWeddings]

this is the best rode wireless go II video!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Daniel! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed this video! I will continue to do my best with my reviews and content! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@irshubangashlive]

Amazing review

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Jeans Films & Records! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoyed this review and hope it was helpful! I will continue to do my best with my content and reviews! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@TorIvanBoine]

Good stuff. Getting mine on Tuesday :)

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Tor! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Awesome! Have fun with it and enjoy it when it arrives!! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@thefmgrouprealestate]

I just bought mine but it's a different brand and I super loved it. It is literally wireless and plug-and-play with no complex set-up. I posted a video to it also.

[@Thundercatsie]

Very great and usefull review test! I miss 1 thing: how is the signaal interference if the set is used in a crowd, having all mobile phones active in 2.4 GHz? A friend of mine, who is a professional filmmaker, says "this possibly won't work in crowded venues with lots of people having phones and wifi networks in the air". (external radio interference).

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Thundercatsie! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! The test you're looking for is my Wifi Simulation Test were you took a bunch of other wireless microphone transmitters and placed it near the RODE GO II to simulate just how much will break the system. Generally speaking it looks like the RODE GO II can handle a lot in that it needs the wifi signal to be right next within 4 inches to get it mess with it own signals. When you're in a large open space with wifi around but neither of them are near the TX or RX, you should be fine. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@dyslexiaplayground4853]

This is wonderful info! Thank you!!!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Dyslexia! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! So glad you enjoy this video! Hope it answers any questions you may have had! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@zogun]

thanks for the awesomeness test review!

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Zogun! You're most welcome! Hope the tests were helpful!

[@mikaellaunay4080]

I bought the original rode wireless go about two months ago, it was really nice during interviews, such a good and afordable solution. But man i'm so broke I'm never going to be able to upgrade it to the go II :( big sad

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Mikaël! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! The original RODE Go is still a great unit, especially with one channel and the RX being oriented vertically. You will get there my friend, keep working in the video field and save from each video job and you'll be upgraded in no time! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@magnusgotander7788]

I have to say that you have a sutch nice human and pedagogical aproach in a right tempo and well performed with enaugh compresed information. I hope you all succes with your chanel. You have similar , if more "modern" tone as Curtis Judd in his field. Far from a hysterical Gerald Undone eaven if he is a wonderful quick thinking technical oracle, but what a speed he has 🤯 Like him to. Thanks for the answer. Have you a thaught about why they have taken that choise ? Magnus,Sweden.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hälsningar Mangnus! Tack så mycket för att du tittade på den här videon och dina vänliga ord. Det gläder mig att höra att du gillade hur den här videon gav den information du sökte. Jag är också ett fan av Curtis Judd och Gerald Undone. Jag känner att vi strävar efter att hjälpa filmskapare att hitta information de letar efter med vårt eget unika perspektiv och våra upplevelser. Tillsammans ska vi kunna hjälpa alla! Tack igen för att du stannade, håll dig trygg, frisk, så ses vi i nästa video! Hälsningar från USA. Jag hoppas att google translate gjorde ett bra jobb med mitt svar!

[@rick3ee]

cool review. However I think that many professional users would like to see a "real world" test, such as: two talents, each with a trasmitter hidden (in the pocket, on a belt, under a dress) with lavalier mics also hidden, performing in a typical situation, like talking to each other while sitting on sofas or chairs, walking around the room, walking on a busy street and talking, moving around. The camera should also be moving around them a lot, changing position, distance, ecc. Long, uncut takes where we could really see if this technology can be trusted in a normal shooting situation. Otherwise it just looks as a good (but a bit overpriced) vlogging system. Also, the audio drift test should be actually at least 30 minutes long.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey rick3ee! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! I hear ya and completely understand the need for that kind of testing. Unfortunately with the world situation at that time I couldn't set up or work any shoots where I would deploy these. That being said, to a certain point, I almost feel that those tests may not be 100% necessary based on the tests I have performed between the external and internal recordings (Batt life between the two, drift, and reasonings of use for the internal) Based on my conclusion and opinion for this system, I would really only use the internal recording for emergencies (when video is involved) to patch up a spot that lost signal (probably never 30 minutes worth). If video is not involved, the new update makes these a nice little field voice memo recorder in a pinch. While I understand the need for a real life simulation just to be 100% sure. If we take all the test results we do have and see how we would approach a problem from an editor standpoint, we can conclude that those tests are not necessary based on other test results. However if someone is truly wanting this wireless mic to be the ONLY audio recorder they got as they plan to only use the internal recording and never the external, then I would actually tell them to look at other options as this is not going to suffice for their true needs. They need more control of the internal recording at that point and can sync up everything later with scratch audio from the cameras. Hope this makes sense. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@rick3ee]

@@TLDR_filmmaker Yep, I was hoping to use this system as my only wireless audio solution for simple setups and documentary work, but probably at this price point UHF is still the way to go. Thanks for your reply.

[@cheesyfries7926]

Your video is very informative, straight to the point and well thought-out. I really appreciate you taking time do all these tests! By the way I have one silly question; Since the TX can record internally, can I use theTX alone without connecting to the RX to make a quick audio record? In case I don't have any input left in my camera??

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey cheesyfries! Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking a question! Yes, this can be done with the latest firmware for the TX. You have to change the setting to "uncompressed" through the app and that allows it to record on its own without the need to connect to the RX. I think in the app they called it "always record" or something like that. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@cheesyfries7926]

​@@TLDR_filmmaker Hey TLDR! Thank you for your answer! I'm deciding between this and Lark 150 and I'm leaning towards this rn. It sucks that they don't include the lav mics though.

Aweome video! Truly is! Buuut i still have three questions: - i have Zoom F6 with 32-bit float for safety on some locations, can this GO II. safely transmit that much data for full 32-bit setup on the recorder side?A - if i need to be an xlr output (because of F6 and with monitoring 32-bit float), can i just setup GO II. For two track recording and have it pluged in via stereo jack/2xlr mono splitter (for ex. Procab CLA712)? - i still have rode videomaker kit and it has battery that i can change, so jump on this is juicy, but how long i need to recharge to have at least another big chunk of recording life? Or full? It has some fast charging or something via original usb-c and fast charging pack on location? Or it will be too long so... just buy two or more just because of this to have full 8-10h day recording.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Michal! Thank you so much for checking out this video and asking some questions! 1) Probably not because the RODE GO is doin it's own calculations to not clip out. If it does clip out I'd imagine your F6 will just have the clip sound too. So perhaps you'll purposely have the Gain stage the RODE lower. But that being said it may still clip at the mic level depending on the lav you are using. 2) Yes, using an 3.5mm to stereo XLR splitter will give you the 2 tracks when you are in split mode on the RODE receiver. 3) There isn't any quick charge as far as I know because it charges at 5v at .3amps, so pretty slow. It seems to take approx 1.5-2 hours to fully recharge. My guess is that if you and the staff break for lunch after having the unit on for 5-6 hours. a 30 minute lunch may give you back about 2 hours of use time approx, an hour lunch would be best to get through the rest of the day. The safe side is to have two units, but I know thats not practical. Hope this helps! Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

@@TLDR_filmmaker thank you very much for your time to answer me! I will try it as soon as my unit arrives, the clipping is thing what i need to discover the most! ^__^ and for the last answer - here we go with another reason to have a lunch break at all! 😅😂

[@jessestack]

I got all excited when you started the segment on drift between transmitters because I really wanted to know this but then you didn't really stress test them. I do half hour interviews all the time with 2 lapel mics. If I were to get the 2 internal recordings what would the drift between them be in samples at 48kHz? Even a very small drift is very noticeable especially if one person is a loud talker and their voice ends up in both mics/channels.

[@jessestack]

And they need to update the app so you can just batch output all the audio files off transmitter in one go.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey Jesse! Thank you so much for checking out this video and commenting! Sorry I didn't stress test that far, I reasoned that if someone was to use the internal recording its only to recover something that was lost instead of someone using it as the primary source of audio for a 30 minute take. At that point it makes more sense just to get a dedicated recorder if the audio is just going to replace the camera audio. The dedicated recorder will have a much better setup of tools since you can't change anything on the TX in terms of its gain, limiter, etc etc, it really just a backup incase something terrible happens. Hope that makes sense why I didn't stress is that far. That's a great recommendation for the app to Batch export! Hope that does come in the future. Especially cause right now you can only "marker" a internal recording from the RX. I would love it from the RX when you press the Ø button that it creates a new internal file instead of just having a large one. Thanks again for stopping by! Stay safe, healthy, and I’ll see you in the next one!

[@jessestack]

@@TLDR_filmmaker Thanks for the reply mate. really appreciated it. Recording on the talent without any wireless transmission and extra analogue to digital conversion etc will all ways get you the quietest and cleanest recording which is why I was excited to see it on the Go II. You just also need some wireless transmission to monitor to make sure you the signal is still getting through and there's no noise from the lapel you don't want. The tentacle sync track e is great in that it records onboard and has a really accurate clock but you can't remotely monitor the audio so you'll want know if someone has accidentally ripped the mic cable out etc. So the on board recording on the Go II looks great on paper but if there's too much drift between units then it's not as useful as it could be.

[@ThatGuyHealth]

Bro winded o a stride. You better start getting exercise in. We’ll trade tech tips for fitness tips! 😆 Great review as usual. I’ve made several purchase decisions with including your information.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Bruuuuuuuh you don't even knooooow!!!!

[@HumblyNeil]

This is great to hear! Unfortunately, I have already bitten the bullet and went for the Hollyland! I still feel the sound quality is comparable on your sound tests.

[@VoicelessMedia]

How are you liking the Hollyland? I have both, well actually all 3 -> Wireless GO I & II (now) & the Hollyland which Im thinking about returning. It seems small but I really do like the fact that the Hollyland allows you to individually adjust the volume of the mics with the knobs. I prefer everything that the Go's (especially the II) offer but the volume adjustment has me swaying on which one I want to keep.

[@TLDR_filmmaker]

Hey hey again Neil and Voiceless Media TV! So.. I just found out today that Hollyland has firmware update ability and they've issued out a firmware late Jan. However this firmware update ability is on the basic side so far, may only be there for bug fixes and thats about it. As for the volume control of each TX. Generally speaking based on my observation. RODE has an interesting algorithm for their AGC when you set the output dB. When you look at the soundbars, even if you are talking softly, it will boost the sound in a way to keep you in the green at the verge of yellow. I think the output dB is more for its max signal going into your recorder or camera. Because no matter how loud you yell, if you set it at lower dB, your recorder or camera won't go past a certain point. I think the only way you could really run into trouble with not having vol adjustments between the two TX is if one person literally whispers while the other one speaks boldly. Otherwise in a normal talking situation, the RODE AGC should do well in keep both levelled decently.

[@VoicelessMedia]

@@TLDR_filmmaker Thanks for the quick response much appreciated. Agreed on the AGC Rode implements. I never really had any issues with the original Wireless Go but just didnt know if the feature was available since you had the option of having each mic on separate channels. I literally tried every button combo I could come up with & it didnt work so I figured I'd ask because it was driving me up the wall lol ... Thanks again for the detailed response..

[@HumblyNeil]

@@VoicelessMedia I haven't received it yet so it's difficult to comment on how much I like it. Also, it will be my only wireless lav system so far so it'll be the best wireless lav system I will own when it arrives. :-D

[@HumblyNeil]

@@TLDR_filmmaker Thanks for the update on the firmware! I'll keep hopeful! I was approached by Hollyland and while I wasn't quite financially ready to commit to buying at the time they made an offer I couldn't quite refuse. I'm just waiting for the unit to arrive so I'm holding out for my final verdict. I'm sure it'll be great and for my application, it'll fit the bill.