Saramonic BLINK500PROTX Overview
The Blink 500 Pro TX from Saramonic is a miniature clip-on microphone/transmitter available as an individual component to expand your existing wireless setup or for use as a backup transmitter. When used with a Blink 500 Pro RX, RXDi, or RXUC receiver (all available separately), the system offers an ultracompact solution that lets you record one or two wireless mics to cameras and smartphones (depending on the receiver used).
The tiny transmitter weighs just over 1 oz and features a built-in clip and an omnidirectional microphone, making it simple to attach to a lapel or shirt for quick and easy true-wireless audio. For a more discreet look, you can plug the included SR-M1 lavalier microphone into the 3.5mm input jack and use the Blink 500 Pro TX as a beltpack transmitter. The system uses digital technology in the 2.4 GHz bandwidth to ensure reliable wireless transmission with a maximum line-of-sight range of 328'.
The transmitter is powered by an internal, rechargeable lithium-ion battery that will run for up to eight hours and is recharged through the USB Type-C port, which will also power the unit if you have access to AC. A charging cable and a furry wind cap are included. The lavalier mic includes a lapel clip and foam windscreen. The system can be expanded with additional transmitters and receivers to allow up to 18 microphones in use on set at one time.
Features at a Glance
- For vlogging, interviews, and video production
- Requires a separately available receiver
- Available as a replacement transmitter or an additional transmitter for your Blink 500 Pro B1, B3, or B5 wireless system
- Small, lightweight clip-on transmitter features a built-in omnidirectional microphone with an impressive sensitivity of -39 dB
- Easily clip to a shirt, collar, or slide into a pocket, yet versatile enough to set on a table or podium
- Included external lavalier microphone plugs into 3.5mm input for low-profile visual work
- Mic or line input with level control
- Wireless transmission in the 2.4 GHz spectrum
- 328' maximum range
- Tactile mute function
- Eight hours of operating time on the built-in rechargeable battery
- Vivid OLED screen shows important information including battery life, levels, mic/line setting, and mute status
- Includes USB charging cable
- Use handheld by itself or with the Blink 500 Pro HM Handheld Mic Holder (available separately)
Saramonic BLINK500PROTX Specs
| Wireless Technology | Digital 2.4 GHz |
| RF Frequency Band | 2400 to 2483.5 MHz |
| RF Bandwidth | Up to 83.5 MHz |
| RF Channel Scanning | Auto-Scan |
| Max Operating Range | 328' / 100 m (Line of Sight) |
| Built-In Recorder | No |
| Timecode Support | No |
| Control App Support | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Sample Rate/Resolution | 44.1 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Latency | 12 ms |
| Encryption | None |
| Modulation | GFSK |
| Transmitter Type | Clip-On with Microphone |
| RF Output Power | 10 mW |
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Input |
| Included Cable Connector | None |
| Pad | None |
| Muting | Mute Switch |
| Audio Input Level | -42 to -30 dBV (at 0 dB Gain) |
| Auto-Level Control | No |
| Signal Processing | None |
| Sync Method | IR |
| Antenna | 1 x 1/4 Wave Internal |
| Power Requirements | Battery or Bus Power (USB) |
| Battery Type | 1 x Built-In Rechargeable (Included, Not Replaceable) |
| Battery Charging Time | 3 Hours |
| Approx. Battery Life | 8 Hours |
| USB/Lightning Connectivity | 1 x Micro-USB (Bus Power, Charging) |
| Display & Indicators | 1 x OLED (Audio Level, Battery Status, Mute, Power, Signal Strength) |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 122°F / 0 to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 131°F / -20 to 55°C |
| Dimensions | 2.2 x 1.5 x 1" / 5.7 x 3.8 x 2.6 cm |
| Weight | 1.1 oz / 32 g |
| Microphone Type | Lavalier |
| Color | Black |
| Sound Field | Mono |
| Operating Principle | Pressure Operated |
| Capsule | Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Maximum SPL | 110 dB SPL |
| THD | < 1% |
| Impedance | 2.2 Kilohms |
| Sensitivity | -39 dB |
| Output Connectors | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Male Unbalanced |
| Cable Length | 4.1' / 1.2 m |
| Operating Voltage | 1 to 10 V |
| Operating Current Consumption | 500 µA |
| Microphone Type | Integrated |
| Sound Field | Mono |
| Operating Principle | Pressure Operated |
| Capsule | Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Range | 50 Hz to 18 kHz |
| SNR | 78 dB |
| Maximum SPL | 120 dB SPL |
| Sensitivity | -39 dB |
| Package Weight | 0.355 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.5 x 6.1 x 2.1" |
- Saramonic Blink 500 Pro TX Transmitter with Built-In Mic and Lavalier Mic (2.4 GHz)
- Saramonic SR-M1 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone Cable with 3.5mm TRS Connector (Black)
- Furry Wind Cap for Transmitter
- micro-USB to USB Type-A Charging Cable
- Barcode: 56513
- UPC Barcode: 6971008028560
- Supplier Code: Blink500 Pro TX