The black I2 Bass and Cello Microphone Kit with TA4F Connector for Toa WM-4300 Wireless Transmitters from Countryman is a mic that has been built from the ground up for smooth frequency response, low noise, and precise polar patterns with deep nulls and natural on- and off-axis response. It can be used to capture natural audio for this instrument.

The I2 microphone is suitable for distance miking that is invisible in front of audiences and on camera. This version features increased sensitivity for distance miking and captures detail for quieter instruments. Flexible close miking techniques are aided by the bass and cello mount, which sits securely behind the bridge with a positioning arm for placement. In addition, the 5' cable is hardwired to the mic and terminates with a TA4F connector for direct connection to Toa WM-4300 wireless bodypack transmitters.

Hypercardioid Polar Pattern    For Instruments and Sound Reinforcement    Hardwired Connector    Natural On & Off-Axis Frequency Response    For Uncolored Recordings    Reduced Feedback Issues

The I2 maintains excellent pattern control and frequency response at all angles. It offers uncolored recordings and reduced feedback issues.

Flexible close miking techniques are aided by the instrument mounts, which position securely and gently on the instrument for capturing audio.

Small size and sonic precision makes this microphone suitable for X-Y, M-S, and other techniques that rely on accurate, coincident positioning and consistent patterns.

The hypercardioid polar pattern has a narrower pickup pattern in its front than the cardioid polar pattern. It offers better rejection of ambient noise and the working distance is about twice that of the omni polar pattern. The hypercardioid has a small "pickup lobe" directly behind the microphone and exhibits maximum rejection areas behind and to the sides (about 60 degrees away from the rear of the microphone on either side) of the mic. The hypercardioid pattern works best when the loudest unwanted sounds—like speakers—can be positioned in these nulls.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this come with small cover for the lavalier mics ?

A: The lavalier micprophones in this it come with windscreens and tie clips.

Q: 2. If you are using the system to feed audio into a computer without recording (think Zoom webinar), how long do the batteries last?

A: The receiver in the Rode Wireless GO II Single 1-Person Compact Digital Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System/Recorder Kit should charge and receive USB bus power while connected to a computer and acting as an audio interface for use with software programs such as Zoom. The receiver battery should not be subject to failure or power loss as long as the receiver is connected over USB.

Q: 3. Charging

A: The components of the Rode Wireless GO II 2-Person Compact Digital Wireless Microphone System/Recorder are charged over USB via their onboard USB-C connections.

Q: 4. The original Wireless Go timed out and shut down after 15 minutes if not connected together. Do these auto turn off after X minutes as well?

A: Yes, this one too times out after 15 minutes of inactivity if there is no wireless link

Q: 5. Can I use this for video chats, like in Zoom meetings or FaceTime? Or does it only let you record to a file?

A: Yes, you can use the Wireless Go and Wireless Go II mic systems for video chat and conferencing applications such as Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, and Facebook Live.

Q: 6. If the on-camera person has the transmitter behind her back and the receiver is by the camera operator, will the system will work? The line of sight would be obstructed by the on-camera person in this case.

A: I don't expect that there would be a problem with the signal from the Rode Wireless GO II transmitter and receiver communicating as long as they are not very far away from each other. In the unlikely event that you do experience any problems with the signal dropping, you can have the person move the transmitter closer to their side or as another option, use a long cable to connect the receiver to the camera and that would allow you to relocate the receiver and place it so it is in better line of sight with the transmitter.

Q: 7. Is this compatible with a Canon Vixia HFS30 camcorder?

A: Yes, the Rode Wireless GO II 2-Person Compact Digital Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System/Recorder Kit is compatible for use with the 3.5mm mic input on a Canon VIXIA HF S30 Camcorder.

Q: 8. How to connect it to a Zoom Q8?

A: You have two options for connecting the Rode Wireless GO II 2-Person Compact Digital Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System to the Zoom Q8 Handy Video Recorder. The Q8 has a single 3.5mm TRS mic input as well as two XLR-1/4" combo jacks, so you have the option of using either of the inputs. If you want to connect to the 3.5mm mic input on the Q8, you can use the included Rode SC5 3.5mm TRS Memory Cable that comes with the Wireless GO II system or use any other standard audio cable with 3.5mm TRS male connectors such as the Kopul CMX-RC30 Right-Angle Coiled Stereo Mini Cable (B&H # KOCMXRC30B). For connection to the XLR inputs, you can use any 3.5mm TRS male to dual XLR cable such as the Cable Techniques 3.5mm Right-Angle TRS to Dual Low-Profile 3-Pin XLR Male Y Cable - 15" (B&H # CATGO2YX3M15), or the Kopul Y-Cable with 1/8" TRS Stereo Mini to 2 XLR Male Connectors - 3' (B&H # KOSMYCM2XM03). The Cable Techniques Y-cable has low-profile XLR connectors.

Q: 9. Could this microphone be useful when put on a player during a game? (aka mic'd up)

A: Yes, the Rode Wireless GO II Single Compact Digital Wireless Microphone System/Recorder could be used for capturing in-game audio when properly secured to an athlete during gameplay. You may want to consider adding a lavalier microphone such as the Rode Lavalier GO Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone for Wireless GO Systems (BH #ROLAVGO) so that the transmitter can be properly secured elsewhere in the player's uniform: https://bhpho.to/3LbG3AZ

Q: 10. Does this record in 32 bit float?

A: No, the RODE Wireless GO II TX records at 48 kHz / 24-Bit.