The Saramonic Blink 500 family of products is well-known for delivering broadcast-quality sound from an impossibly compact and lightweight system. Easy to operate, the Blink 500 takes the guesswork out of audio, allowing you to focus on your content. One of the smallest wireless mic systems available, the Blink 500 is a top choice for filmmakers, journalists, vloggers, YouTubers, corporate video producers, and any content creator on the go. It operates on the 2.4GHz spectrum, allowing it to automatically switch channels to avoid static noise and dropouts. If your needs grow after purchasing this system, it can be paired with a second Blink 500 TX transmitter.
The Blink 500 B3 uses the RXDi MFi Certified Lightning dual-channel micro-receiver. Designed for devices that are mounted in handheld gimbals, the B3 is a popular choice for content creators using Apple products. Though handheld gimbals are known for creating cinematic-quality video footage, they have tended to lag behind in audio quality. The RXDi receiver’s light weight and compact size eliminates that: it is light enough to clip to an Apple device without throwing off the balance, and small enough to not obstruct the gimbal’s motors and arm. The transmitter is small and versatile to adapt to your needs in each shot as well. It can clip to a shirt, slide into a pocket, sit on a table or podium, or be used handheld. Pairing the transmitter to the receiver is simple, as the process is complete once the lav system is powered on for the first time. Flexibility for space is another plus of this system. The transmitter operates at a 98-foot range from the receiver with some obstacles, and up to 164 feet in open spaces.
Designed for excellent video production, this wireless mic uses an omnidirectional pattern, making it great at picking up ambient sound. A foam windscreen is included so breezes and vent noises are minimized. The Blink 500 B3 transmitter features easy-to-use gain buttons so gain level can be adjusted at the touch of a button, helping ease the challenge of capturing quality audio during video production. Internal Lithium-ion batteries provide a 5-hour run time and are recharged with the included cable.
Saramonic Blink 500 B3 System Features
- Amazingly lightweight, ultracompact and easy-to-use wireless microphone system for iPhone and iPad that provides broadcast-quality sound
- RXDi dual-channel MFi Certified Lighting receiver is extremely lightweight, space efficient and works perfectly when used in handheld gimbals
- Clip-On Transmitter has a great sounding built-in mic and it’s small and light enough to clip to shirts and clothing, or you can use the included SR-M1 Professional Lavalier Microphone
- No technical knowledge of audio is required to use. Operates on the interference-free 2.4GHz spectrum and automatically hops to free channels to avoid static noise and audio dropouts
- Dual-Channel Receiver can handle mics from two separate people by adding a second Blink 500 TX transmitter (sold separately)
- Blink 500 TX Transmitter with Built-In Microphone and Clip1
- Blink 500 RXDi Dual Receiver with MFi Certified Apple Lightning Connector1
- SR-M1 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone1
- Alligator-Style Lavalier Microphone Clip1
- Foam Lavalier Windscreen1
- Pairing Pin1
- USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable (1’)1
- Transmitter
- Frequency: 2.4GHz
- Oscillator Type: Gaussian Frequency-Shift Keying (GFSK)
- RF Frequency Band: 2400 to 2483.5 MHz
- RF Output Power: 10 mW
- Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥70dB
- Voice Delay: ≤6ms
- Reference Audio Input Level: -30 to -42dBv (Microphone Input, 0 dB Attenuation)
- Audio Gain Control: 11dB, 18dB, 25dB
- Plug-In Power: Yes, 1V
- Distortion: ≤0.1%
- Digital Resolution: 24-bit / 48kHz
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 16kHz
- Max Operating Range: 98.4’ (30m) with Obstacles, 164’ (50m) in Open Area
- Max Number of Simultaneous Systems: 18 (up to 36 Microphones)
- Antenna: Built-in 1/4λ Wire Antenna
- Buttons: On / Off / Pair, Volume Up, Volume Down
- Battery: Built-in Li-ion 3.7V / 400mAh
- Approx. Battery Life: 5 hours
- Charging Connector: USB Type-C (1.5 hours to be fully charged)
- Input: 1/8'' (3.5mm) Microphone Input
- Indicators: 4 x Blue LEDs: Indicates Power and Audio Level, 1 x Red LED: Indicates Low
- Battery Level, 1 x Green LED: Flashing when Charging / Off when Charge Finished
- Microphone: Built-In Pressure Operated Electret Condenser
- Microphone Pickup Pattern: Omnidirectional (Built-In Microphone and External Lavalier)
- Microphone Frequency Range: 50Hz-18KHz (Built-In Microphone and External Lavalier)
- Microphone Equivalent Noise Level: >58dB (Built-In Microphone and External Lavalier)
- Maximum SPL: 120dB (Built-In Microphone), 110dB (External Lavalier)
- Mounting Clip: Built-In
- Operating Temperature: 0℃ to 50℃
- Storage Temperature: -20℃ to +50℃
- Dimensions: 2.5 x 1.7 x .65” (63 x 43 x 16.5mm)
- Weight: 1.2 oz (34g)
- Receiver
- Frequency: 2.4GHz
- Oscillator type: Gaussian Frequency-Shift Keying (GFSK)
- RF Frequency Band: 2400 to 2483.5 MHz
- Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥70dB
- Voice Delay: ≤6ms
- Distortion: ≤0.1%
- Digital Resolution: 24-bit / 48kHz
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 16kHz
- Max Operating Range: 98.4’ (30m) with Obstacles, 164’ (50m) in Open Area
- Antenna: Built-in 1/4λ Wire Antenna
- Connector: MFi Certified Lighting Apple Lightning Male
- Button: Pairing Pinhole Button
- Indicator: 1 LED, Blue. Flashing Quickly: Paring, Flashing: Not Paired with Any TX, Solid
- Blue: Paired with TX
- Operating temperature: 0℃ to 50℃
- Storage temperature: -20℃ to +50℃
- Dimensions: 3 x 0.65 x 0.43” (76 x 16.5 x 11mm)
- Weight: 0.35 oz (10g)
