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Pros: + Well-designed kit with full set of accessories + Manual dual channel knobs on the receiver + Charging case recharges all three components at once Microphone Holder
Cons: - Charging case is bulky but doesn't have a built-in battery - No room in case for cables and accessories - Bulkier than some of the competition
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Pros: + Well-designed kit with full set of accessories + Manual dual channel knobs on the receiver + Charging case recharges all three components at once
Cons: - Charging case is bulky but doesn't have a built-in battery - No room in case for cables and accessories - Bulkier than some of the competition
The SmallRig Forevala W60 is a dual-channel wireless mic kit that adopts the small form factor popularised by the Rode Wireless Go. Audio from its two transmitters can be output either as mixed stereo, or separately to left and right channels. This makes it a great kit ‘straight out of the box’ for those wanting to make interview-style videos or vlogs.
The transmitter is designed to be mounted on your camera’s hot shoe. Credit: Andy Westlake
The setup employs a small receiver that can either be mounted onto a camera’s hot shoe or clipped onto a camera strap. It receives 48 kHz, 16-bit signals from the two transmitters, each of which has a built-in microphone. Like the Rode Wireless Go, these units have clips for attaching them onto clothing. They also feature 3.5mm sockets for external Lavalier mics.
Each transmitter has a socket for a Lavalier mic, while the transmitter has a headphone socket alongside its output connector. Credit: Andy Westlake
Each channel has an independent gain control on the receiver, allowing levelling of the mics straight into the camera. Both the transmitters and the receiver have LCD screens that display useful information including the volume, battery level, and the status of the low-pass filter, which cuts out deeper frequencies.
Supplied accessories include audio and charging cables, plus wind muffs for outdoor use. Credit: Andy Westlake
The system operates on a 2.4 GHz radio frequency and promises a 100m range if there is a clear line of sight. When working outside, two muffs are provided to reduce wind noise, and clip easily into place using a bayonet fitting. Both 3.5mm TRS and TRRS cables are included, so that you can also use the kit with smartphones or laptop computers.
Power buttons are on the side of the units, along with one for the Low Cut filter on the transmitters. Credit: Andy Westlake
SmallRig Forevala W60 transmitter in use using magnetic clip. Credit: Andy Westlake
The kit is durable and combines solid plastic and metal construction. When turned, the gain dials click nicely, and the transmitter and receiver units all feel sturdy. Each can be charged individually through its USB-C port, but there is also a case that can charge all three together. One drawback, though, is that this case doesn’t have room to store the supplied wind muffs and cables, however a soft cloth bag is also included.
The transmitter and receivers clip neatly into the charging case, but it’s rather bulky. Credit: Andy Westlake
Setting up the levels on the mics is easy enough, thanks to the bright live levels display on the receiver. With a transmitter clipped to my clothes, it picked up my voice clearly against moderate background noise and produced a pleasant tone.
The Smallrig Forevala W60 wireless mic kit is a neat, compact solution for those wanting to record audio efficiently on the move. The audio quality is good enough for most casual filmmakers, and having the second mic is helpful for interviews, podcasts, or even as a secondary mic for a safety track recorded at lower volume. It’s also worth considering the Røde Wireless Go II dual wireless kit, which is the market leader in this field with the added benefits of a slightly sleeker design, and up to 40 hours of recording to internal memory. However, those features come at a significant additional cost.
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