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Saramonic Ultra.

300m

Max range (w/ external antenna)

6 hrs

TX/RX battery life

32-bit float

Onboard backup recording

8GB

Onboard storage per transmitter

130dB

Max SPL

01 · Pitch

20-second pitch

The Ultra is Saramonic's top-tier 2-person wireless lavalier system — a 2.4GHz kit with timecode sync across multiple cameras, 32-bit float onboard recording as a safety net if the wireless signal drops, and class-leading 300m range. Be upfront with customers who are also considering Rode: an independent head-to-head review scored the Rode Wireless PRO well ahead of the Ultra overall, citing better battery life and cleaner noise cancellation, while the Ultra's real advantages are its longer range and higher max SPL.

Who is the customer?

Multi-camera video shooters who need timecode sync across several cameras Documentary and outdoor shooters who want 32-bit float onboard recording as insurance Buyers who need the longest wireless range in Saramonic's lineup Customers upgrading from the older Blink 500 series who want a professional-tier step up Shooters comparing this directly against the Rode Wireless PRO or DJI Mic 2

02 · Specs

Five Ultra specs to memorize

2.4GHz dual-antenna wireless with a rated range up to 300m using the included external antenna (roughly 250m without it).
6 hours of battery life per transmitter/receiver charge; the charging case holds roughly 24 hours total across two transmitters and one receiver.
48kHz/24-bit wireless transmission with greater than 90dB SNR, a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, 130dB max SPL, and about 25ms of latency.
ClearVoice AI noise cancellation with adjustable levels, plus Vocal Boost, Low-Cut, and automatic gain control — though an independent review found the noise cancellation noticeably weaker than Rode's approach, with traffic and wind still audible.
8GB of onboard storage per transmitter for 32-bit float backup recording (auto-overwrite, files split every 30 minutes) — a safety net if the receiver goes out of range. The receiver has a 1.1-inch AMOLED touchscreen; the transmitters themselves have no screen.

03 · Signature feature

The feature that sells it: timecode sync with a 32-bit float safety net

For multi-camera shoots, the Ultra's timecode sync keeps audio and video aligned across every camera without manual clapping. The 32-bit float onboard recording on each transmitter means that even if the wireless link drops out, there's a full backup recording to fall back on in the edit.

What to say on the sales floor

Demonstrate the onboard backup recording and timecode sync first — those are the Ultra's clearest advantages. If a customer brings up Rode, acknowledge the comparison honestly: an independent review favored the Wireless PRO on battery life and noise cancellation, while the Ultra wins on range and max SPL.

04 · Video

Video: timecode sync and the 32-bit float safety net

A demo video should show two cameras recording in sync via timecode, then demonstrate pulling a 32-bit float backup file off a transmitter after simulating a dropped wireless connection. Also play a quick noise-cancellation sample honestly — it's a real feature, but reviewers have found it subtle rather than dramatic.

Practical starting settings

For the demo unit: sync two cameras via timecode first, then walk through pulling a backup recording off the transmitter's onboard storage to show the safety-net workflow concretely.

05 · Discovery & demo

Ten discovery questions

Are you shooting with multiple cameras that need to stay in sync?
How often do you shoot in conditions where a wireless signal might drop out?
Are you comparing this directly against the Rode Wireless PRO or DJI Mic 2?
How important is maximum range versus battery life for your typical shoot?
Do you need a wired lavalier option, or is the transmitter's built-in mic enough?
Are you shooting outdoors in variable weather (the transmitters are IPX5 water-resistant)?
What camera system or phone are you pairing this with?
Have you used Saramonic's Blink 500 series before, and are you looking to step up?
How much do you rely on in-the-field noise cancellation versus cleaning up audio in post?
What's frustrating about your current wireless mic setup, if you have one?

Five-minute sales-floor demo

Sync two cameras via timecode. Set timecode on both transmitters and show the cameras staying aligned.The clearest differentiator for any customer doing real multi-camera work.
Pull a 32-bit float backup recording off a transmitter. Simulate a dropped signal, then show the onboard backup file.Demonstrates the safety net that justifies this being Saramonic's top-tier system.
Play a noise-cancellation sample honestly. Let the customer hear ClearVoice NC on a noisy sample, without overselling it.An independent review found it subtle — setting accurate expectations avoids disappointment.
Test the range if possible. Walk the transmitter away from the receiver to demonstrate real-world range.Range is one of the Ultra's genuine, provable advantages.
If relevant, acknowledge the Rode Wireless PRO comparison directly. Reference the independent head-to-head honestly rather than dismissing it.Builds trust with a customer who has already done their own research.

06 · Objections

Common objections and answers

"I read a review that rated the Rode Wireless PRO way ahead of this — is that true?"

That's a fair, independent comparison, and it's honest to acknowledge it: the reviewer favored the Wireless PRO's battery life and noise cancellation. The Ultra's real advantages are its longer range (300m vs. Rode's 260m) and higher max SPL (130dB vs. 123.5dB).

"Is the noise cancellation actually good?"

It's a real, adjustable feature, but independent testing found it subtler than some competitors — traffic and wind can still be audible. For the cleanest audio in tough conditions, plan on some post-production cleanup too.

"Why would I pick this over a DJI Mic 2?"

The Ultra's range (300m) and max SPL (130dB) are both higher than the DJI Mic 2's specs, and it adds timecode sync for multi-camera work, which the Mic 2 doesn't offer.

"What happens if the wireless connection drops mid-shoot?"

Each transmitter keeps recording a 32-bit float backup onto its own 8GB of onboard storage, so you can pull a clean backup file afterward even if the live wireless feed cut out.

"Do I need the external antenna?"

Not strictly — you'll get roughly 250m of range without it. The external antenna extends that to about 300m, worth using for larger venues or longer-distance shooting.

07 · Compare

Competitive positioning

Mic system	Range	Battery (TX/case)	Onboard recording	Where it loses to the Ultra
Rode Wireless PRO	~260m	~7 hrs / ~21 hrs total	Yes — 32-bit float, 40+ hrs capacity	An independent review favored the Wireless PRO overall on battery life and noise cancellation, though the Ultra has more range and a higher max SPL.
DJI Mic 2	250m	6 hrs / 18 hrs total	Yes — 8GB/TX, up to 14 hrs	Simpler single-level noise cancellation and shorter range than the Ultra, but a well-established, widely reviewed system.
Saramonic Air 02	300m (rated)	10 hrs TX / ~48 hrs total	No onboard recording	Longer transmitter battery life and a receiver display, but no timecode sync and no onboard backup recording — a step down in capability for multi-camera professional work.
Saramonic BlinkMe B2	Not specified for direct comparison	~8 hrs TX (REC off)	Yes — 8GB/TX	Adds a customizable touchscreen for on-screen branding, but no timecode sync and shorter range than the Ultra.

08 · Close

Close the conversation

Closing question: "Given the multi-camera and safety-net needs you described, does the Ultra's range and backup recording matter more to you than squeezing out extra battery life or the cleanest possible noise cancellation?"

Lead with timecode sync and the 32-bit float safety net, and address the Rode comparison honestly if it comes up — customers who've done their homework respect directness more than a hard sell.