New RODE Lavalier

Chad Johnson · September 13th, 2010, 10:15 PM

Guy I think a ME2, Rode Lav, COS11d vid would be nice with some quick draw comparisons of all 3 in a row, level matched, so you hear the different character of each mic. If one is louder than another it reads as sounding better.

As another suggestion: I suggest you do a new setup how-to on the Senn G3 Wireless. It's got somewhat different names in menus as I recall. It would be cool to have that link to send people I bring into projects from time to time.

Andy Wilkinson · September 23rd, 2010, 11:21 AM

Anyone got any hands on experience of this new Rode Lav yet that they can share?

Chad Johnson · September 23rd, 2010, 11:29 AM

Hey Guy - are you making a video?

Andy Wilkinson · October 2nd, 2010, 10:10 AM

Just a little nudge.

I'm hoping to find time to go to the ProVideo in Coventry UK (13-14th Oct) and this new Rode Lav might be on my shopping list to use with my Senny G2 systems.

So, anyone used this Rode Lav yet and have comments, good or bad?

Chad Johnson · October 2nd, 2010, 12:40 PM

Attn: Guy Cochran

Have you planned the lav shootout you mentioned yet? We'd love to see the Rode Lav, Sanken COS11D, and ME2 go head to head. And maybe the higher end Sennheisers too.

Guy Cochran · October 6th, 2010, 12:57 AM

So I grabbed the Canon 5D Mark II along with the RODE Lavalier Microphone and headed into the studio, a few hours later....video:

Andy Wilkinson · October 6th, 2010, 02:24 AM

Thanks a lot Guy, excellent overview! I love the "designed in" flexibility for hard wiring (if needed) with the optional accessory plug etc.

OK, now I want one!

Chad Johnson · October 6th, 2010, 11:27 AM

Nice video Guy! Nice mic too. I dig the versatility and accessories that come with the unit. Allowing for a simple 30.00 XLR adapter is really nice. You didn't mention power. Does the XLR adapter convert phantom powere to something the mic uses? But then you plugged right into the little zoom recorder, and I don't think that supplies any power. Sup wit dat?

I would like to see some head to head comparisons, so one can purchase knowing exactly where the mic stands, allowing for a truly informed decision. Maybe you don't want to possibly cut into COS11D sales? Anyway, the mic did sound pretty good, and I suspect it's better than the ME-2. If I were going to get another lav I would definitely consider the Rode.

Thank you!

Rick Reineke · October 6th, 2010, 03:38 PM

For sure Guy! Nice work, thanks for that informative piece.

I would assume for $30usd, the XLR module converts Phantom to bias power (plug-in) What a cost and problem saver.

I'm re-thinking my imminent purchase of replacing my aging Trams w/ new ones or B3s.

Richard Crowley · October 7th, 2010, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick Reineke

I would assume for $30usd, the XLR module converts Phantom to bias power (plug-in) What a cost and problem saver.

$30 is a much more reasonable price for a connector with maybe $6 worth of parts inside.

Looks like Rode has done it again. Good products at sensible prices.

Garrett Low · October 7th, 2010, 11:17 PM

Hi Guy,

Are you still planning on doing a direct comparison of the new Rode lav and the ME2 and COS11? I'd be really interested. The Rode is very interesting at $250. It seems like it would be a nice upgrade to my Senn G3 eng setup.

If you do a direct comparison I'd love it if you could also throw in a quick sample of say the Sanken CS-3e so I could see how well it would match that great mic you sold me, which by the way has gotten some great usage.

Thanks,
Garrett

Randy Panado · October 8th, 2010, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guy Cochran

So I grabbed the Canon 5D Mark II along with the RODE Lavalier Microphone and headed into the studio, a few hours later....video:

RODE Lavalier Microphone on Vimeo

Hi Guy,

I'm currently using Tram TR50 mics with the TR79 modules, should I be looking to sell them and pick up a rode system instead? I posted a question earlier asking how these stacked up against the TR50s but the question seemed to have been glossed over. Appreciate your insight on this.

Thanks

Chad Johnson · October 8th, 2010, 12:42 PM

I think it might be up to us to do any head to head comparisons...

Garrett Low · October 8th, 2010, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chad Johnson

I think it might be up to us to do any head to head comparisons...

I would love to do a head to head comparison but unfortunately I don't have access to a Rode Lav or Sanken COS11.

-Garrett

Guy Cochran · October 10th, 2010, 03:09 PM

Currently I do not have all of the gear needed to perform these tests in the manner that everyone is asking, no Trams, not enough wireless, mics with the wrong connectors etc. However, I'd still like to help. I propose that an independent production company or reviewer, perform the side-by-sides. I will gladly send the RODE Lavalier with Micon connectors on 72 hour loan to anyone with a track record of producing high quality reviews. I'll even put a $600 bounty up for a completed video. Dan Brockett? Ty Ford? Steve Oakley? Chad Johnson?

September 13th, 2010, 10:15 PM	#16
Chad Johnson Major Player Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arcata, Ca Posts: 750	Guy I think a ME2, Rode Lav, COS11d vid would be nice with some quick draw comparisons of all 3 in a row, level matched, so you hear the different character of each mic. If one is louder than another it reads as sounding better. As another suggestion: I suggest you do a new setup how-to on the Senn G3 Wireless. It's got somewhat different names in menus as I recall. It would be cool to have that link to send people I bring into projects from time to time. __________________ My Work: http://www.youtube.com/ChadWork1 Sony FS5 :: Panasonic GH4 :: Sony PMW-EX1 :: FCPx :: AT4053b :: Rode NTG-3,

September 23rd, 2010, 11:21 AM	#17
Andy Wilkinson Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cambridge UK Posts: 2,853	Anyone got any hands on experience of this new Rode Lav yet that they can share? __________________ Andy K Wilkinson - https://www.shootingimage.co.uk Cambridge (UK) Corporate Video Production

September 23rd, 2010, 11:29 AM	#18
Chad Johnson Major Player Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arcata, Ca Posts: 750	Hey Guy - are you making a video? __________________ My Work: http://www.youtube.com/ChadWork1 Sony FS5 :: Panasonic GH4 :: Sony PMW-EX1 :: FCPx :: AT4053b :: Rode NTG-3,

October 2nd, 2010, 10:10 AM	#19
Andy Wilkinson Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cambridge UK Posts: 2,853	Just a little nudge. I'm hoping to find time to go to the ProVideo in Coventry UK (13-14th Oct) and this new Rode Lav might be on my shopping list to use with my Senny G2 systems. So, anyone used this Rode Lav yet and have comments, good or bad? __________________ Andy K Wilkinson - https://www.shootingimage.co.uk Cambridge (UK) Corporate Video Production

October 2nd, 2010, 12:40 PM	#20
Chad Johnson Major Player Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arcata, Ca Posts: 750	Attn: Guy Cochran Have you planned the lav shootout you mentioned yet? We'd love to see the Rode Lav, Sanken COS11D, and ME2 go head to head. And maybe the higher end Sennheisers too. __________________ My Work: http://www.youtube.com/ChadWork1 Sony FS5 :: Panasonic GH4 :: Sony PMW-EX1 :: FCPx :: AT4053b :: Rode NTG-3,

October 6th, 2010, 12:57 AM	#21
Guy Cochran DVCreators.Net Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 892	So I grabbed the Canon 5D Mark II along with the RODE Lavalier Microphone and headed into the studio, a few hours later....video: RODE Lavalier Microphone on Vimeo __________________ Guy Cochran DVinfo Sponsor, Cool Gear - DVeStore!

October 6th, 2010, 02:24 AM	#22
Andy Wilkinson Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cambridge UK Posts: 2,853	Thanks a lot Guy, excellent overview! I love the "designed in" flexibility for hard wiring (if needed) with the optional accessory plug etc. OK, now I want one! __________________ Andy K Wilkinson - https://www.shootingimage.co.uk Cambridge (UK) Corporate Video Production

October 6th, 2010, 11:27 AM	#23
Chad Johnson Major Player Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arcata, Ca Posts: 750	Nice video Guy! Nice mic too. I dig the versatility and accessories that come with the unit. Allowing for a simple 30.00 XLR adapter is really nice. You didn't mention power. Does the XLR adapter convert phantom powere to something the mic uses? But then you plugged right into the little zoom recorder, and I don't think that supplies any power. Sup wit dat? I would like to see some head to head comparisons, so one can purchase knowing exactly where the mic stands, allowing for a truly informed decision. Maybe you don't want to possibly cut into COS11D sales? Anyway, the mic did sound pretty good, and I suspect it's better than the ME-2. If I were going to get another lav I would definitely consider the Rode. Thank you! __________________ My Work: http://www.youtube.com/ChadWork1 Sony FS5 :: Panasonic GH4 :: Sony PMW-EX1 :: FCPx :: AT4053b :: Rode NTG-3,

October 6th, 2010, 03:38 PM	#24
Rick Reineke Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New York Posts: 2,039	For sure Guy! Nice work, thanks for that informative piece. I would assume for $30usd, the XLR module converts Phantom to bias power (plug-in) What a cost and problem saver. I'm re-thinking my imminent purchase of replacing my aging Trams w/ new ones or B3s.

October 7th, 2010, 11:17 PM	#26
Garrett Low Trustee Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Novato, CA Posts: 1,774	Hi Guy, Are you still planning on doing a direct comparison of the new Rode lav and the ME2 and COS11? I'd be really interested. The Rode is very interesting at $250. It seems like it would be a nice upgrade to my Senn G3 eng setup. If you do a direct comparison I'd love it if you could also throw in a quick sample of say the Sanken CS-3e so I could see how well it would match that great mic you sold me, which by the way has gotten some great usage. Thanks, Garrett __________________ Garrett Low www.GLowMediaProductions.com

October 8th, 2010, 12:42 PM	#28
Chad Johnson Major Player Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arcata, Ca Posts: 750	I think it might be up to us to do any head to head comparisons... __________________ My Work: http://www.youtube.com/ChadWork1 Sony FS5 :: Panasonic GH4 :: Sony PMW-EX1 :: FCPx :: AT4053b :: Rode NTG-3,

October 10th, 2010, 03:09 PM	#30
Guy Cochran DVCreators.Net Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 892	Currently I do not have all of the gear needed to perform these tests in the manner that everyone is asking, no Trams, not enough wireless, mics with the wrong connectors etc. However, I'd still like to help. I propose that an independent production company or reviewer, perform the side-by-sides. I will gladly send the RODE Lavalier with Micon connectors on 72 hour loan to anyone with a track record of producing high quality reviews. I'll even put a $600 bounty up for a completed video. Dan Brockett? Ty Ford? Steve Oakley? Chad Johnson? __________________ Guy Cochran DVinfo Sponsor, Cool Gear - DVeStore!