When comparing Samson Stage XPD1 Headset USB Digital Wireless System vs RØDELink Filmmaker Kit, the Slant community recommends RØDELink Filmmaker Kit for most people. In the question“What are the best bluetooth microphones (excluding headsets) for mobile devices?” RØDELink Filmmaker Kit is ranked 11th while Samson Stage XPD1 Headset USB Digital Wireless System is ranked 12th. The most important reason people chose RØDELink Filmmaker Kit is:
With a USB power bank, you can keep the unit running far longer than the estimated battery life.
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Pros
Pro Amazing value for the price
Pro Micro USB port is for charging
With a USB power bank, you can keep the unit running far longer than the estimated battery life.
Pro 8 radio frequencies and hassle-free auto synchronizing
All the user needs to do is pair the transceiver and receiver unit after putting in fresh batteries and that's about it. The paired units will automatically monitor and change to the best radio signal throughout a session. Users have not mentioned any issues with noise even in heavy radio congested areas.
Pro No radio license needed to operate
Cons
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.
Con Expensive
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Con Will need an adaptor to connect receiver to 4 pole TRRS jack on mobile devices
Most smartphones and tablets use 4 pole TRSS headphone/microphone jacks. This product uses 3 pole TRS jacks, so an adapter will be needed.
Con Audio signal disappears when going beyond range
The technology used with this product is digital, the same frequency as wireless routers. When out of range, it just drops the [audio] connection. The flip side is you know that if you have a link, you won't have the creeping noise issues of analog wireless systems when going beyond the range capabilities of the unit.