RODE Wireless GO II vs Hollyland LARK MAX 2
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| Feature |  RODE Wireless GO II |  Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 38,000 | KSh 29,500 |
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General
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | RØDE | Hollyland |
| Model | Wireless GO II | LARK MAX 2 |
| Announced | February 2021 | May 27, 2025 |
| Type | Camera Wireless Microphone System | Camera Wireless Microphone System |
| Microphone System | 2 transmitters + 1 dual-channel receiver | 2 transmitters + camera receiver + USB-C receiver + charging case (2-person Combo) |
| Color | Black | Space Gray |
Design
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting / Attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment |
| Special Features | Dual-channel compact wireless system | FocalClear vocal focus, wireless monitoring and skin-friendly coating |
| Operating Temperature | — | -10°C to 55°C |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries | Built-in rechargeable batteries |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours per component | TX 11h; camera RX 12h; up to 36h with case |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C and charging case |
Microphone & Audio
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Type | Pre-polarised pressure condenser | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB SPL | 128dB SPL |
| Equivalent Noise | 22dBA | — |
| Audio Resolution | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz transmission; 32-bit float internal recording |
| Sensitivity | — | -37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | — | ≥72dB |
Wireless & Transmission
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Technology | RØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission | GFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping |
| Operating Frequency | 2.4GHz ISM band | 2.4GHz ISM band |
| Transmission Range | Up to 200m line-of-sight | 340m line-of-sight / 60m non-line-of-sight |
| Encryption | 128-bit encryption | — |
| Maximum Transmitters | 2 | 4 |
| Maximum Receivers / Channels | 1 receiver / 2 channels | 1 receiver / up to 4 transmitters |
| Wireless Features | Series IV transmission with merged/split channel output | Wireless audio monitoring and anti-interference frequency hopping |
| Latency | — | 20ms TX-to-RX; 25ms TX-to-monitor earphone |
Transmitter
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Transmitter Microphone | Built-in omnidirectional pre-polarised pressure transducer | Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone |
| Transmitter Input | 3.5mm TRS lavalier input | 3.5mm TRS lavalier input |
| Transmitter Recording | Yes — onboard recording | Yes — 24-bit or 32-bit float internal recording |
| Internal Storage / Recording Time | Over 40 hours internal memory per transmitter | 8GB per transmitter; up to about 14 hours lossless recording |
| Transmitter Battery Life | Up to 7 hours | Approx. 11 hours |
| Transmitter Dimensions | 44 × 45.3 × 18.3mm | 23.4 × 10.2 × 45.1mm |
| Transmitter Weight | 30g | Approx. 14g |
| Transmitter Charging Time | — | Approx. 1.5 hours |
Receiver
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Receiver Type | Dual-channel camera/mobile receiver | Camera receiver plus USB-C receiver |
| Receiver Outputs | 3.5mm analog and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio |
| Monitoring Output | 3.5mm receiver output | Wireless OWS monitoring and 3.5mm monitoring via receiver/adapter |
| Receiver Battery Life | Up to 7 hours | Approx. 12 hours |
| Receiver Dimensions | 44 × 45.5 × 18.3mm | Camera RX 54.2 × 22.3 × 29.5mm; USB-C RX 40.7 × 9.1 × 27mm |
| Receiver Weight | 32g | Camera RX 24g; USB-C RX 5.9g |
| Receiver Charging Time | — | Approx. 1.5 hours |
Connectivity & Compatibility
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | 2.4GHz wireless | 2.4GHz wireless |
| Audio Outputs | 3.5mm TRS/TRRS and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio |
| USB | USB-C audio, charging and data | USB-C |
| 3.5mm Connection | 3.5mm transmitter input and receiver output | 3.5mm TRS input/output and adapters |
| Camera Compatibility | Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver | Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver |
| Smartphone Compatibility | Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter | Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter |
| Computer Compatibility | Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio | Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported | Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported |
| Direct Device Compatibility | Compatible with RØDE Series IV ecosystem devices where officially supported | Optional hot-shoe adapter supports specified Sony cameras |
| App Support | RØDE Central, RØDE Connect, RØDE Reporter and RØDE Capture where supported | LarkSound app |
Recording & Controls
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Onboard Recording | Yes | Yes |
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz; 32-bit float / 48kHz internal recording |
| Timecode | No | Supported |
| Safety Track | Supported — secondary channel at reduced gain | Supported |
| Gain Control | 3-stage pad or 10-stage fine gain control | Receiver touchscreen/knob and app; automatic gain features |
| Noise Cancellation | No dedicated noise cancellation | AI noise cancellation with adjustable strength |
| Controls | TX/RX buttons and RØDE Central configuration | TX buttons; receiver touchscreen/knob; app control |
| Special Recording Features | Onboard backup recording and merged/split output modes | 32-bit full-chain audio, wireless monitoring and timecode |
Charging Case
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Case | N/A | Included |
| Case Battery Capacity | N/A | 2000mAh |
| Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles | N/A | More than 2.5 full charges for two TX and camera RX |
| Case Charging Time | N/A | Approx. 2 hours |
| Case Charging Port | N/A | USB-C |
| Case Dimensions | N/A | — |
| Case Weight | N/A | Approx. 136g |
| Case Features | N/A | Stores and charges two transmitters and camera receiver |
What's in the Box
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| What's in the Box | 2 × Wireless GO II transmitters, 1 × receiver, 3 × furry windshields, SC5 3.5mm cable, 3 × USB cables, carry pouch and documentation | 2 × transmitters, camera receiver, USB-C receiver, charging case, 2 × windscreens, 3.5mm camera cable, USB-C/Lightning cables, USB-C-to-3.5mm adapters, magnetic sleeves/magnets, carrying accessories and documentation |
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