When comparing Sony ECMAW4 vs Samson Stage XPD1 Headset USB Digital Wireless System, the Slant community recommends Sony ECMAW4 for most people. In the question“What are the best bluetooth microphones (excluding headsets) for mobile devices?” Sony ECMAW4 is ranked 5th while Samson Stage XPD1 Headset USB Digital Wireless System is ranked 12th.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Inexpensive considering size and comparable technology
Pro 75 feet / 23 meter range
Impressive for such a small device. Keep in mind that this range is measured with an unobstructed line of sight. With walls and other challenging objects, the range will diminish.
Pro Small and attractive form factor
Pro Amazing value for the price
Cons
Con Battery life is only 2 hours
This unit uses one AAA battery and users report that the units only last 2 hours in real world use.
Con Generates handling noise
The transceiver unit creates a lot of handling noise if using the internal microphone. To avoid this it is recommended to use a lavalier microphone plugged into the 3.5 mm input jack.
Con Must use a 3.5 mm jack to connect receiver to your mobile device
Con Only works for phones and computers
It will not work with cameras.
Con Awkward - Requires using a Lightning to USB adaptor
Using an Apple Lightning to USB adapter is awkward, and will add even more drain to the phone with no way to recharge the phone unless possibly the phone is in a case with juice that allows pass thru.