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Saramonic Ultra Review: The 2.4GHz Mic System That Punches Above Its Price
The Saramonic Ultra is a prosumer 2.4 GHz wireless microphone system that competes directly with the DJI Mic 2 and Rode Wireless Pro — and in several key are...
The Saramonic Ultra is a prosumer 2.4 GHz wireless microphone system that competes directly with the DJI Mic 2 and Rode Wireless Pro — and in several key areas, it beats them. For around $269, you get 32-bit float onboard recording, timecode synchronization, IPX5 water resistance, and a charging case that delivers 24 hours of total runtime.
Key Specs
- 2.4 GHz digital wireless, 250m range (300m with external antenna)
- 32-bit float internal recording (8GB per transmitter)
- Timecode support for multi-camera sync
- ClearVoice noise cancellation (3 levels + Vocal Boost)
- 6-hour battery per unit, 24 hours with charging case
- IPX5 water-resistant transmitters, magnetic + clip mounting
- Outputs: 3.5mm TRS, USB-C, Lightning
- Weight: 35g per transmitter
Audio & Performance
Audio quality is crisp and resonant. Vocal Boost adds pleasing low-end presence to dialogue. ClearVoice noise cancellation reduces ambient traffic and crowd noise effectively — not industry-leading, but solid for the price. The 32-bit float onboard recording eliminates clipping entirely, making gain-setting nearly foolproof.
Range and connectivity are reliable — practical shooting distances show no signal loss even through a single wall. Automatic pairing means transmitters connect the moment they're powered on.
Comparison
| Feature | Saramonic Ultra | DJI Mic 2 | Rode Wireless Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32-bit float | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Timecode | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | ✗ | ✗ |
| Charging case runtime | 24h | 18h | ~21h |
| Price (approx) | $269 | $349 | $399 |
Practical Tips
- For multi-camera shoots, timecode sync saves significant post-production time.
- The magnetic clip mounts are strong enough for most clothing — test before relying on them for active subjects.
- Use the Saramonic app for remote gain control and monitoring.
FAQ
Q: Does the Saramonic Ultra work with Sony cameras directly? Yes — compatible Sony bodies can connect via the multi-interface hot shoe directly.
Q: Can I use it as a USB-C microphone for my computer? Yes — the receiver outputs digital audio via USB-C.
Q: Is the internal storage enough? 8GB per transmitter holds hours of 32-bit float audio. Files transfer via USB-C.