Saramonic Blink500B2+ Wireless Mic Review

The Blink500B2+ is the latest wireless microphone system from developer Saramonic. Designed from the ground up for 2 person content creation, the Blink500B2+ aims to offer an all-in-one solution for content creators, Journalists and vloggers. Much like the excellentBlinkB2 that we reviewed back in January, the Blink500B2+ comes with everything needed for a smooth and simple-to-use solution. 

Sporting two transmitters with individual channel recording support, one receiver and connections for USB-C, lightning and 3.5mm output, the Blink500B2+ provides a plethora of options for recording. An included hard shell carrying case that doubles as a charge station offers another layer of both protection and ease of use for content creators on the go. 

With so many options to choose from in the competitive wireless microphone market, Saramonic is pushing to provide a powerful solution at an affordable price point. Is it enough to sway content creators to consider a new piece for their kit? Grab that coffee, kick back and find out in our review of the Blink500B2+ from Saramonic.  

Specifications

• Current Price: USD 129.99 (Amazon)

RX Receiver

• Display: OLED
• Reception Type: 2.4GHz Digital Frequency
• Operating Range: 150m (492’)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20KHz
• Analog Output: 3.5mmTRS
• Digital Output: USB-C, Lightning
• Output Modes: Mono, Stereo, Safety(Mono)
• Battery Life: 16 Hours Approx
• Weight: 30g

TX Transmitter

• Transmission Type: 2.4 GHz Digital Frequency
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20KHz
• Microphone Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
• Microphone Max SPL: 120dB
• Noise Reduction: Two Stage
• Battery Life: 20 Hours Approx
• Weight: 23g

Charging Case

• Power Requirements: USB-C Charging Port (DC 5V
• Power Capacity: 1250mAh
• Case Charge Time: 2.5 Hours
• Charge Cycles for TX and RX: 1 ½ charges
• Weight: 141g

Smart, Simple Design

The Blink500B2+ is a simple and smart wireless system. Featuring two TX transmitters and a single RX receiver, the 500B2+ provides an easy-to-use solution to content