Our Score★★★★★4/5

The full Godox Virso S M2 kit: a transmitter, the receiver mounted on my GoPro HERO8 Black, and a lavalier mic.

REVIEW – Audio has always been the part of my amateur video work that lets me down. The built-in mics on phones and cameras just cannot capture the full range of sound, so my videos never quite hit that professional mark. Then I tested the Godox Virso S M2 Wireless Microphone System, and I think I finally found what was missing. At a competitive $299, this high-quality system sounds excellent, and what sets it apart is that the transmitters and the receiver all have microphones, so you can record or interview three people at once.

The Basics

The Godox Virso S M2 is a 2.4GHz wireless microphone system with both internal and external microphones for capturing audio. It can record onto SD memory cards or pipe audio to a device such as a computer, camera, or smartphone. The Virso S is built specifically to pair well with Sony cameras. The Virso S M2 system includes one receiver with a small screen and two transmitters, all fitted with internal microphones.

In the Box

A simple white box with photos of the system on the front.

The delicate parts packed snugly in custom cut foam for protection.

Virso S TX M2 Transmitter x 2
Virso S RX Receiver
Three-way USB-A to USB-C Charging / Data Cable
Mic Windscreen x 2
3.5mm TRS-TRRS Audio Cable
3.5mm TRS-TRS Audio Cable
Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (LMS-12B AX) x 2
Hotshoe Cover
Storage Bag
User manual

Everything laid out: transmitters, receiver, windscreens, lavaliers, storage bag, manual, and cables.

By the Numbers

The two transmitters and receiver together, the receiver’s screen showing battery and connection status for both.

Transmission Type: 2.4GHz Frequency Hopping System
Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
Sensitivity: -32dB±2dB
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥70dB
THD: 0.03%
Frequency Range: 50Hz-18KHz
Max SPL: 110dB
Dynamic Range: 90dB
Power Supply: Built-in Lithium Battery
Battery Capacity:
- Virso TX: 400mAh
- Virso S RX: 600mAh
Type-C Input Parameters:
- Virso TX: 5V/0.32A
- Virso S RX: 5V/0.6A
Battery Life:
- Virso TX: Approx 13h
- Virso S RX: Approx 17h
Working Environment Temperature: -10℃~50℃
Working Range Max. Wireless Transmission Distance: 200m
Dimensions:
- Virso TX: 50×50×16mm
- Virso S RX: 52×50×16mm
Net Weight:
- Virso TX: 33g
- Virso S RX: 40g
Connectors:
- USB-C
- 3.5 mm Audio Jack

Design and Build

The Virso S M2’s design is simple with a nice retro flavor. The bodies of the receiver and transmitters are made of black ABS plastic with a smooth finish. Those rounded edges on the components, plus the oversized dials and buttons, are something I really love.

The little screen on the front of the receiver, what first pulled me toward this system. It’s bright and loaded with useful info, and it flips too, making it easier to read in different setups.

The receiver, screen off, showing its clean face.

The screen lit up, showing connection status for both transmitters and battery levels across the system. Two small LEDs labeled A and B next to it show the same at a glance.

The top of the receiver: an internal microphone, an output port for a recording device, and a clickable volume dial, every control marked with small white icons.

One side of the receiver holds a USB-C charging port and a tiny factory reset pinhole.

The other side carries a subtle recessed power button and a menu button for navigating the on-screen options.

The connector on the back is a genuine hot shoe bracket, letting compatible Sony cameras communicate directly with the receiver.

A small protective cover for the hot shoe when it’s not in use.

The two transmitters share the receiver’s rounded design, with an oversized power button standing in for the volume dial.

Three LEDs on the front show battery, connection, and mute status, alongside the power button, a 3.5mm audio port, and the internal microphone.

One side of a transmitter: the USB-C port and a Micro SD slot. A memory card here lets you record and store up to 400 hours of audio, moved off later with the included data cable or by pulling the card itself.

The other side: a factory reset pinhole and a record button marked with a red dot.

The back of a transmitter, with a small belt clip and contact points that let it charge in the optional Virso Charging Case.

Two cables link the receiver to a recording device: a black TRS to TRS cable for most cameras, and a red TRS to TRRS cable for smartphones with a 3.5mm port.

The two standard lavalier mics, with small alligator clips for attaching to subjects.

The included windscreens, worth reaching for whenever the internal mics are used in windy conditions.

A windscreen snapped onto a transmitter via the small plastic tab that slots into the 3.5mm mic port.

My favorite accessory in the kit: the three-in-one USB-C charging cable, which makes charging every device at once a breeze.

All three units charging at once off that single cable.

Getting Started

Setting up the Virso S M2, like most new gadgets, starts with making sure all the batteries are fully charged. That clever three-way USB-C charging cable makes charging the receiver and transmitters very easy. Once charging is done, you need to link the transmitters to the receiver. My system came already linked out of the box, but if yours doesn’t, it’s a simple process spelled out in the user manual.

Transmitter and receiver both lit up and linked.

Getting the Virso S M2 ready to use means picking the right microphones for the recording situation. You can go with the internal mics, either with or without windscreens.

Or use the supplied lavalier microphones, which take more setup but deliver better sound than the internal mics.

The receiver mounted on the GoPro’s hot shoe, screen visible on the camera behind it.

After charging, all that’s left is connecting the receiver to your recording device. In my case I used my GoPro HERO8 Black and ran the audio-out port from the receiver into the audio-in port on the camera, using the supplied 3.5mm TRS-TRS cable. If you’re using a memory card instead of a recording device, just make sure it’s formatted correctly and seated properly in the right transmitter.

Living With It

The Virso S M2 performed very well in my tests. It has a listed transmission range of about 656 feet in an open area, and while I never got anywhere near that distance, I was impressed by how clear the audio stayed as I moved away from the transmitters.

Battery life didn’t let me down either, with the transmitters lasting close to the claimed 13-hour battery life and the receiver going about 15 hours. Being able to easily check the battery levels on the receiver’s screen was really handy. Another great touch is that the receiver can charge while it’s running. With that option, attaching a battery pack to the receiver would let you handle marathon audio recording sessions.

The full rig assembled: receiver on the GoPro’s hot shoe, one transmitter windscreened and cabled to a lavalier, the other standing by.

The transmitters were easy to clip onto subjects and small enough to stay conveniently out of sight during recording.

I ran a series of test recordings using both the lavalier microphones and condenser microphones at various gain levels. I also grabbed a reference recording with the microphone on my GoPro HERO8 Black.

Sample Recordings

This opening recording serves as a baseline audio check of my GoPro HERO8 Black.

Here’s a recording of the transmitter condenser mic dialed to low gain.

Here’s a recording of the transmitter condenser mic dialed to mid gain.

This sample captures the lavalier mic running at low gain.

This sample captures the lavalier mic running at mid gain.

Wrapped and ready for the next shoot.

All in all, I enjoy using the Virso S M2. It’s simple to operate, looks great yet stays quite inconspicuous, and delivers excellent audio quality. The system pairs well with my GoPro HERO8 Black and is easy to use right out of the box.

The Good

Battery and audio levels easy to see
Ability to record three subjects at once
Recording to SD cards is great as a backup

The Not So Good

More mounting options should be included
No USB power brick included

The Verdict

If you want great audio without a lot of hassle, the Godox Virso S M2 Wireless Microphone System is an excellent pick for content creators. It won me over by working flawlessly the second I switched it on. You get clear battery and audio level displays, the ability to save audio to a Micro SD Card, and the option to record a third subject through the mic built into the receiver. It doesn’t offer as many mounting options as something like the JOBY Wavo Air Wireless Lav Microphone Kit I reviewed in September, but the $299 price is competitive once you weigh the reliability, long battery life, and extra features.

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Price: $299
Source: The sample of this product was provided by Godox.

RATING: 4 stars

Godox Virso S M2 – Wireless audio for on-camera creators