RØDE announced a new microphone system that should take their popular Wireless GO series to the next level. The RØDE Wireless PRO maintains its compact and user-friendly design, while also offering the capability to connect two audio sources to a single receiver, similar to its predecessor, the Wireless GO II.
Furthermore, the new product offers a variety of other powerful features like 32-bit float on-board recording, 40 hours of internal memory, and even a timecode sync. When the RØDE Wireless series entered the market, it quickly gained popularity among independent filmmakers and content creators all over the world.
The new RØDE Wireless PRO is introducing features like an internal timecode generator to make our indie filmmaking life even more convenient. Based on its appearance, it seems that RØDE went for the same pocket-size form factor and made only minor adjustments. The units remain lightweight, slightly exceeding the weight of the previous models by a few grams, and they include onboard omnidirectional microphones. In the set, you get two transmitters and a receiver, which utilize RØDE’s state-of-the-art Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission and proprietary near-zero latency codec with 128-bit encryption. You can get stable, high-quality audio at distances of up to 260m line of sight.
Other key features include:
- 32-bit float on-board recording, which allows for the recovery of clipped or quiet audio files;
- Advanced timecode capability for quick-and-easy audio sync in post-production. It’s simplifies the workflow on a film/video set;
- Intelligent GainAssist technology (introduced in Wireless ME) and flexible output gain control.
- Extended internal memory: 32GB of storage on each transmitter for over 40 hours of backup recording;
- Plug-in power detect on the receiver for extended battery life. This new function automatically powers the unit on and off in sync with a connected camera;
- Locking 3.5mm lav mic connectors;
- The 3.5mm output can also function as a headphone output for audio monitoring, or as TRRS input for another “narrator” microphone, such as a Lavalier;
- Merged and split recording modes, marker dropping, and customizable buttons;
- Universal compatibility with cameras, smartphones, tablets, computers, and other audio devices – as in the previous series – via its analog 3.5mm TRS and digital USB-C outputs.
Price and availability
The RØDE Wireless PRO kit sells for $399. That’s $100 more than the previous dual-channel model, Wireless GO II. Yet with the extended features, 32-bit, and all the extra accessories, the price seems fair. Wireless PRO is currently available to preorder.
