Published On Aug 14, 2021
Syco G2 (A2) Lav System - https://link.syncoaudio.com/G2A2-HuFilms
The Synco G2 (A2) wireless lav is a compact, lightweight dual lav system with internal battery. It comes with 2 lavs unlike the Rode GO 2 in which you need to purchase the lav separately. I tried it out and compared it to the Rode Go 2 and my Sennheiser G3. It performs fairly well and sounds decent but it didn't out perform the Rode GO 2 in terms of signal to noise. It's a great device for the money and if you need lavs on a budget then this is for you.
Chapters:
00:00 Actual real world test
00:30 Intro
00:47 About the video
01:05 What's in the box
01:40 Testing the range
04:19 Trying the plug in lav
04:51 Build quality
05:51 Configuring mono or stereo?
06:56 The problem with the screens brightness
08:06 The noise floor and isolation
08:43 The lav may sound better than the inbuilt mic
10:10 Conclusion on the sound of the G2
10:39 Conclusion
** PLEASE NOTE ** in this video there may be sections where the mic was slightly 'hot' or over powered / amplified. I found it difficult to see the screen and know what power I had it on. I may have accidentally had it at 15 when it should have been 12. Therefore, I feel the sound may be a little less good in areas.
Is cheaper better? Well.... no, obviously. But these are a great cost effective way of getting 2 mics into your camera. I would recommend it if you're on a budget.
Score against the Rode
Synco G2 - Sound quality: 6/10 | Price: 10:10 | Build Quality: 6:10 | Usability: 6:10 - Total: 28
Rode GO 2 - Sound quality: 7/10 | Price: 8:10 | Build Quality: 8:10 | Usability: 8:10 - Total: 31
I didn't mention battery or charging in the video. They charge fairly quickly via usb and the 3 way cable provided is very handy. Battery is quite long lasting.
The screen is a nightmare when outside. It's impossible to see it. You'll need to put it inside your clothing to see the screen. How can Synco sleep at night after making a device with a screen like this?
Let me know what you think in the comments below.