The Saramonic K9 System represents the company’s entry into higher-end professional audio. The K9 system transmits in the UHF band instead of the 2.4GHz band commonly used by creator-oriented products. Crowded environments and signal-jammed film sets require a more robust protocol than the 2.4GHz spectrum can provide. That’s why Saramonic chose to use UHF (Ultra High Frequency) for their new microphone platform. They are also touting 130 dB of dynamic range to better handle loud sounds and quiet whispers. Saramonic K9. Image credit: Saramonic Saramonic K9 Audio System uses ultra-wide UHF When you have a film set full of wireless signals, it can be easy to encounter interference. This is why mics that operate on the increasingly popular 2.4GHz frequency can run into issues in crowded environments. The Saramonic K9 Audio System uses the “ultra-wide 550–960 MHz UHF spectrum” and proprietary “LNA” technology to achieve what they claim as “global compatibility and superior interference resistance for reliable audio transmission.” This beefed-up signal is accompanied by a robust physical construction, as well. Saramonic K9. Image credit: Saramonic Industry-leading dynamic range and 32-bit float Dynamic range is the next big feature on the list. Saramonic claims the system delivers 130 db of dynamic range. On their website, they show a video being shot where a woodworker uses a bandsaw and then hand tools. The system is designed to capture both high and low sound levels without distortion or loss of detail. By combining this dynamic range with the 32-bit float recording, operators...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 8 April