When comparing Samson Stage XPD1 Headset USB Digital Wireless System vs Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set, the Slant community recommends Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set for most people. In the question“What are the best bluetooth microphones (excluding headsets) for mobile devices?” Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set is ranked 6th while Samson Stage XPD1 Headset USB Digital Wireless System is ranked 12th. The most important reason people chose Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set is:
Not actually waterproof, but somewhat water resistant. The rating is IPX5.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Amazing value for the price
Pro Water resistant
Not actually waterproof, but somewhat water resistant. The rating is IPX5.
Pro External microphone can be used
This makes it possible to use a higher quality lavalier microphone or even a stereo microphone such as the suggested separate purchase of the ME-1 microphone from the same brand Nikon.
Pro Transmitter and reciever can record separate tracks
You can record just the audio from the transmitter or you can record audio from both transmitter and reciever units eg the guest and the interviewer.
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
Con Hiss/noise issues
Users report noise issues that sound like a constant hiss of a fan blowing in the background.