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FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS Deity’s Theos kit is perfect for anyone who regularly travels to
of just -130db, like many top audio recorders. The Theos transmitter can wirelessly sync with Deity’s TC-1 timecode generator, ensuring backup WAV files align with the master file in post – ideal for working with multiple cameras. It can also be synced via the 3.5mm jack when using third-party timecode generators. The dual-channel receiver is designed to be camera-mountable and compatible with mobile devices. It has an aluminium chassis with twin SMA antenna ports, so damaged aerials can be cheaply replaced. Power is supplied by internal 3000mAh lithium batteries, which last for 14 hours in the transmitter and around ten in each receiver. They are recharged via the USB port, which can also provide external power for long sessions. AA batteries can be fitted, lasting seven hours. The Theos kit can be remotely controlled by the Sidus Link app that also controls Aputure and Amaran lights. deitymic.com
different countries and wants a highly advanced digital wireless system that works everywhere.
The £999/$1090 kit features swappable
frequency ranges based on the user’s phone’s GPS, making it easy to move between countries without any issues. The Theos kit works in the UHF radio spectrum rather than the more crowded 2.4GHz band, providing a more reliable transmission with a range of up to 91m/300ft. The kit includes one receiver and twin transmitters for a fast and easy remote- controlled workflow has a built-in recorder featuring both 24-bit and 32-bit float formats. Selecting the 32-bit option eliminates the need to set levels, as the backup files will record it all without clipping. Audio is saved to a micro SD card up to 128GB. The built-in recorder boasts a self-noise level when interviewing two talking heads. Each transmitter
WHEN IT’S TIME TO GO PRO Rode’s popular and compact
use Rode’s free software that also gives access to firmware updates. As each transmitter can record seven hours of uncompressed audio, which uses more memory than in the old Wireless Go II system, storage has been upgraded from 4GB to 32GB. The Pro units now also boast locking ports for the cables. Each transmitter can have its own audio level set separately. There’s also a clever auto-gain, which uses Rode’s Intelligent Gain Assist technology. The Pro units now generate timecode, too. While this isn’t a full system that can be locked to an external timecode generator, it allows the units to be locked to the audio recorded by the camera, simplifying the use of sound recorded internally. There’s also a headphone port to allow for real- time monitoring. Plus, Rode includes a pair of its Lavalier II mics you can use instead of the built-in omnidirectional mics. These give a noticeable improvement in audio quality. rode.com
Wireless Go system has evolved into the Wireless Go II kit, which includes a second transmitter unit, internal recording, extended wireless range, furry windshields, a charging case and lav mics. But the audio expert’s latest system is even more high-end: the £348/$405 Wireless Pro kit. It includes two slightly larger transmitters and a single receiver in a charging case, a 3.5mm camera lead, a USB-C cable for charging, a USB to Lightning cable, USB TRS to TRS cable, two furry windshields, a neoprene slip case, two high- quality lav mics with furry covers and tie clips, two magnetic Magclips and a separate accessory case. It also features 32-bit float technology that gives incredible dynamic range so you don’t need to set a gain level. This 32-bit sound is only in the audio recorded in the transmitters’ own internal flash memory – not on the signal sent to the wireless receiver and recorded in camera. To set it and access the files, you must
“The kit includes one receiver and twin transmitters for a fast and easy workflow”
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