Wildtronics Product Guide
Overview of our products with short descriptions of each product.
Parabolic Microphones with Included Microphones
Pro Mono Parabolic Microphone $760
This is a very popular parabolic microphone model. Most customers use this model if they are using an XLR based recorder. You have a choice between three true parabolic dishes; Black Ops, Standard Clear Polycarbonate, or Feather Light Clear Polycarbonate. The Pro Mono includes our exclusive Booster Disc system that obtains better frequency response, better subject isolation, and better gain than conventionally designed parabolic microphones. It includes our built-in, permanently focused, ultra low noise microphone array, with both XLR and 3.5mm outputs. The included microphone is very good and is well matched to the system to obtain maximum performance. This is intended for those with high quality recording equipment with or without phantom power. If you need a unit with a direct headphone output, see our Amplified Pro Mono Parabolic Microphone below. Click here for more details on the Pro Mono Parabolic Microphone.
Amplified Pro Mono Parabolic Microphone $940
This is our most popular parabolic microphone. It is the same as our Pro Mono above, except it includes our exclusive, built-in, low noise preamp for the 3.5mm outputs. The adjustable gain preamp will allow you to make fast, professional recordings with very portable, low cost recorders and cameras, with 3.5mm inputs, by overwhelming their typically noisy inputs with a larger signal. You can even directly connect a headphone to this model. The direct XLR outputs are maintained and are not amplified for use with high quality XLR based recorders. This is a very versatile system that can connect to almost any recording device, even cell phones with an adapter. New for 2019 are switchable high pass and low pass filters for the amplified 3.5mm outputs. We highly recommend this model if you want a very portable solution using a small recorder attached to the handle with our Mini Accessory Bar, or need a direct headphone output. Many universities, research centers, and law enforcement/military agencies choose this model for it's versatility. Click here for more details on the Amplified Pro Mono Parabolic Microphone.
Pro Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone $1049
This model has the same mono parabolic microphone as the Pro Mono model above, but adds two additional, outward facing Left and Right microphones positioned for stereo background pickup. All three channels can be recorded at once, just the parabolic microphone, or just the stereo pair. This is an all-in-one microphone, and is a Wildtronics exclusive. The parabolic reflector has a minor effect on the stereo pair microphones since they are outside of the parabolic focal point. This model is great for those who want to capture additional wide-angle background sounds, that the highly directional parabolic mic would normally reject. To best utilize this model, you should have a high quality 3 or more channel recorder and or mixer. Click here for more details on the Pro Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone.
Amplified Pro Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone $1330
This is our fully featured, and very popular model for those who want to be prepared for anything, and may also want to use lower cost recording equipment. It is the same as the Pro Mono-Stereo model above, except that it includes 3 of our built-in, low noise preamps. This model is a complete outdoor recording system you can use as a mono parabolic microphone, and or a background stereo mic. You can combine the three channels to 2 channels, on the 3.5mm outputs, with the built-in mixer. Our low noise preamps and mixer allows for excellent recordings, even with low cost stereo recorders and cameras. All 3 direct XLR outputs are also available, unamplified, for use with high quality recording equipment. The 3.5mm amplified output can even directly drive headphones. Click here for more details on the Amplified Pro Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone.
Parabolic Kits without Microphones
Pro Mini Parabolic $199-250
This very popular, 11-inch, super lightweight, parabolic kit uses your own microphone or add one of ours. You can use almost any omnidirectional mic from lavaliere to pencil style mics up to 26mm in diameter. Fantastic for on camera use! The Wildtronics Pro Mini Parabolic will transform an omnidirectional microphone into a shotgun-like microphone, but with better isolation and range. Compared to the 22-inch models, this will have about half the range and the gain will start at 400Hz instead of 200Hz, but great for portability and subjects less than 150 feet away. Specially designed dish greatly improves low frequency response compared to competing small parabolic systems, plus ours are lower priced. Click here for more details on the Pro Mini Parabolic Kit.
All Purpose Parabolic $350-400
This 22-inch, parabolic model is of conventional design without our exclusive booster disc system or any electronics. The All Purpose Kit is very versatile, includes windscreens, and for those who want to use their own microphones of almost any type, pointed inwards as a true parabolic mic or outwards as a reflector assisted mic. It is a very well made product and offers many improvements over other conventional designs at an economical price, about half the price of competitors. If you are not sure you have a good or suitable microphone, Wildtronics offers a few Performance Series Microphones that work very well and are very economical. Click here to learn more about the All Purpose Parabolic Kit.
Pro Universal Parabolic $650
This 22-inch, model is for those who want to use their own quality omnidirectional microphone with our highly accurate parabolic dish and booster disc system. Most XLR based, pencil style microphones up to 26mm in diameter will fit and they are used facing the dish for optimum performance. Finding the focal point is clear, and the included right angle adapter cable connects the mic to an XLR jack on the back of the unit. A Sennheiser 8020 or Audio Technica 4022, and a high quality recorder with phantom power are recommended to match the performance of the Wildtronics Pro Mono or Mono-Stereo models above. This model has no electronics or battery. Click here for more on the Pro Universal Parabolic Kit.
Specialized Microphones
Stereo Ambient Array Microphone (SAAM) $1199
This breakthrough microphone system is for professionally capturing both 180 or 360 degree binaural, background stereo field recordings with a flat frequency response, excellent stereo perception and very low noise. It's unique shape, array microphones, and internal electronics allow the SAAM to obtain 2-3 times better signal to noise ratios than any other binaural microphone system. The rugged, easy to use SAAM excels in low level field recording and rivals the best human hearing. A built-in electronic system, operating from battery or phantom power, offers ultra low noise preamps, a headphone driver, XLR and 3.5mm outputs, and even a mixer input from another device. Thanks to the preamps, the SAAM will produce the same excellent results with either high quality or low cost recorders and cameras. A tripod mount, feet, and windscreens are included. To learn more about the Stereo Ambient Array Microphone, click here.
Performance Series Microphones
Micro Mic PIP $75
This small, completely shielded omnidirectional microphone is powered by Plug-In-Power (PIP) available on most 3.5mm microphone inputs. The Micro Mic PIP is designed exclusively for those who need a low cost, low noise microphone for the All Purpose or Pro Mini Parabolic kits. The use requires a recorder that provides 2.5-5 volt Plug-In-Power on a 3.5mm input. This microphone is highly sensitive with a noise floor of about 14dB. Click here for more about the Micro Mic PIP Microphone.
Micro Mic XLR $80
This is an excellent economical, low noise omni directional microphone that provides a fully balanced output via an XLR output connector. This microphone is powered by 48V phantom power, has a high sensitivity, and a 14dB noise floor. This microphone works very well in the All Purpose, Pro Mini, and Universal Parabolic kits. Your recording device must provide 48 volt phantom on an XLR input to use this microphone. Click here for more information on the Micro Mic XLR Microphone.
Amplified Omni Microphone $299
A fantastic low noise, omni directional microphone with built-in preamps. Push button variable gain from -20dB to +>70dB offers a wide range of gain. It will even directly drive headphones! It will fit the All Purpose and Pro Mini parabolic kits or can be used alone. The mic is powered by two lithium batteries that last 100 hours. The output is a 3.5mm connector and can connect to almost any recording device. Switch selectable stereo output (dual mono) or mono output and high pass filter. Enclosed in a rugged machined aluminum, powder coated shell. Noise floor of 14dB and a max SPL of 135dB. Due to the internal preamps, this microphone is ideal for use with handheld recorders, cameras, or as a direct headphone listening device. Click here to learn more about the Amplified Omni Microphone.
Mini Stereo PIP Microphone $160
A fantastic 12dBA noise floor, high sensitivity stereo microphone that works very well with our Pro Mini Parabolic Kit. With the Pro Mini Kit, this microphone provides an in-dish stereo effect with approximately a 40 degree field of view and a significant amount of gain thanks to the parabolic reflector. Small and lightweight, this combination gives a nice stereo presence that isn't too narrow, and helps block rearward unwanted sounds. Click here to learn more about the Mini Stereo PIP Microphone.
Wildtronics Accessories
See our webstore for complete listings of all accessories.
Secondary Windscreen $40
This highly recommended and popular sock-like cover slips over the Pro Parabolic Microphones and extends use in winds up to 20 MPH. Best of all, it does not block the view through the clear dish, allowing you to aim and track subjects. Without this additional windscreen, wind protection is good for winds up to 10-12 MPH using the primary windscreens included with each microphone. The material may be sprayed with silicone waterproofing spray, when off of the microphone, to increase the weather resistance of the parabolic microphone.
Mini Accessory Bar $40
This popular accessory, allows you to mount a small recorder directly to your Wildtronics Pro model parabolic microphone handle. It includes a 1 foot cable with 3.5mm connectors. Used with our amplified models, this accessory bar makes a very portable, cable free system capable of producing professional recordings with even low cost recorders. The portability and ease of using a system without tangling cables makes run and gun recording much easier.
Shoulder Strap $16
If you intend to carry your parabolic microphone for hours, you will be thankful that you have this adjustable shoulder strap to give your arms a rest. It connects to the 1/4-20 tripod threads in the base of every Wildtronics parabolic model we make.
Accessory Bar-1 Kit $109
Popular for sports broadcasting, this bar allows you to use dual handles and gives you the ability to mount additional equipment to your Pro model parabolic microphone. The dual handles makes it easier to hold for hours at a time. This versatile kit may also be used for pairing to a video camera or building a cable-free, fast deploying audio system. The bar is made from solid, 5/8 inch thick, 6061 aluminum and is powered coated.
Dampening Ring $30.00
This is a popular accessory for professionals using the Feather Light Dish. The Dampening Ring stretches over the Wildtronics Standard or Feather Light Parabolic Dishes. This rubber ring greatly reduces dish resonance if accidentally bumped or when bugs hit the dish. The ring is most effective when using the Feather Light Dish. You can add this accessory at any time. It retains itself without any glue needed.
Pro Cable Clamp $30.00
The Pro Cable Clamp screws onto the Wildtronics Pro, Pro Mini, and All Purpose accessory mount. This clamp is handy to secure the microphone cables so that they do not move and accidentally make noise while recording. The clamp also routes the cable away from the handle so that your hand is free from interfering with dangling cables. You can add this clamp at anytime using the thumbscrew mount.
Mini Stereo Bar Kit $74.99
This versatile mounting bar is specifically intended to mount two Pro Mini Parabolic kits for stereo recording applications. You may also mount recorders, cameras, and other microphones to the bar. Adapters and hardware are included to allow for multiple mounting applications.
SAAM Secondary Windscreen $65
This secondary windscreen stretches to over the SAAM system. This allows microphone use in winds of up to 20 MPH. We recommend this accessory for anyone using the SAAM in diverse field conditions. This windscreen is available in both black and camouflage. This windscreen will also stretch over our Standard Clear Polycarbonate dishes, allowing you to further increase the wind tolerance over using the parabolic secondary windscreen alone. The material may be sprayed with silicone waterproofing spray, when off of the microphone, to increase the weather resistance of the microphones.
SAAM Recorder Dock $35
This kit allows you to mount a small, hand-held recorder directly to the back of the SAAM system. It includes a 1 foot cable, with 3.5mm stereo connectors. This makes for a very portable recording system, free of dangling cables. Since the SAAM has low noise preamps built inside, you can obtain professional recordings with even low cost recorders.
2 Mono to 1 Stereo Cable $8.99
This is a Hosa YMM-261 dual 3.5mm TS female to 3.5mm TRS male adapter cable. This will allow two, 3.5mm mono microphones to be connected to a stereo 3.5mm input and have left and right channels. This can be used with our Micro Mic PIP and Amplified Omni Microphone.
Smart phone adapter $4.00
This Smart Phone Adapter will allow you to connect an external, powered microphone to your smart phone, iPad, or tablet. With this adapter, you can use your smart phone, iPad, or tablet as a recorder using a recording app, saving you from buying a dedicated audio recorder. Your device must have a 4 connector, 3.5mm headphone/mic jack using the CITA standard, which most late model devices have.
Wildtronics Parabolic Dishes
Standard Clear Polycarbonate Dish (0.060 inch thick) $135
This is our most popular 22-inch parabolic dish. It is a highly accurate, true parabolic dish and is made from superior, 100% polycarbonate plastic. It weighs 16 ounces. Polycarbonate plastic is a very durable plastic that can bend and take abuse without cracking. Thicker sections of this type of plastic are used in "bullet proof glass". Polycarbonate can also withstand higher temperatures, unlike competitors who use cheap PETG plastic that can actually distort if stored in a hot car. This dish can be bent or curled to fit airline luggage, but not curled too tightly, about a 12 inch diameter. All of our dishes have a 3.75 inch hole in the middle for use in our highly stable mounting system.
Feather Light Clear Polycarbonate Dish (0.030 inch thick) $135
This is our very lightweight 22-inch parabolic dish. It weighs just 9 ounces. It is a very accurate, true parabolic dish made from 100% polycarbonate plastic. This dish is flexible enough to roll into a 6 inch diameter for temporary transit (24-48 hours) and it pops back into shape when unrolled. Polycarbonate has a remarkable shape memory, unlike competitors that use cheap PETG plastic, allowing it to pop back into a accurate parabolic shape when unrolled. This dish is great when you need a super light dish for travel or mounting onto camera rigs. Being made from stiffer polycarbonate in combination with our large mounting surface, this dish will not distort in the wind like inferior products will. Polycarbonate also withstands much higher temperatures without issue.
Black Ops Dish (0.060 inch thick ABS plastic) $85
This dish is just as accurate, with the same audio quality, as our clear polycarbonate dishes, but made from a lower cost, easier to mold ABS plastic. The weight is 14 ounces. It is stiffer than the Standard Polycarbonate dish and does not flex much. This dish is for those who want to save a little money or who may want to paint or camouflage their dish.
