Features and Specifications of the AI-Micro

In this video, RØDE Product Specialist Ryan Burke takes you through the features and specifications of the AI-Micro ultra-compact dual-channel interface for mobile devices and computers.
Key features of the AI-Micro:
- Ultra-compact dual-channel audio interface for computers and mobile devices
- Compatible with virtually any microphone with a 3.5mm output, including RØDE VideoMics, lavaliers, wireless systems and stereo microphones​
- Auto-sensing inputs for connecting TRS or TRRS microphones
- High-quality headphone output for zero-latency audio monitoring and playback
- Connects seamlessly to computers, smartphones and tablets via its universal USB output (USB-A, USB-C and Lightning cables supplied)
- Compatible with the RØDE app suite for expanded features and functionality, on-the-go configuration and broadcast-quality recording on any device
Learn more about the AI-Micro here: rode.com/ai-micro
Check out the AI-Micro Learning Hub for in-depth information about its features and functions: rode.com/ai-mi...

[@ScottCaporale]

I just want to buy everything you guys put out.. whether I need it or not.

[@GuilDormeus]

The thing is you’ll always need it

[@alvinzichan]

same

[@boxoffisa]

Are you also doing charity? Buy me one ☝️🤩😅

[@sandgaijin]

Same

[@Kenny-Ross]

Products are always on point.

[@Baldcafe]

I don’t know if I need this but I want it anyway

[@JohnsysChannel]

I'm sitting here going, I don't need this, but maybe if I have it I could use it for doing some recording instead of using my Zoom FN8. It makes no sense, but its presented so well lol.

[@Jwaydanofficial]

Haha I feel the same 😂

[@tammybee9]

Haha! Same! I have the Rode Wireless Go II and don't think I need it - but it's another gadget!

[@scottieschneider2054]

Haha yes!

[@ArthurKeleti]

Awesome! It looks like something I sort of DIY hacked using Wireless GO, splitters, adapters, and a bunch of cables. This is a cleaner and more professional solution. Bravo Rode!

[@ShadowFandub]

Ultimate micro audio interface? RODE: Yes.

[@spotsya1916]

Thank so much Rode for giving is Podcasters and Streamers the tools we need to be successful

[@scoop8400]

Oh man, Rode just keep releasing so many new products. You all killing it.

[@koenignero]

But a smaller rodecaster pro 2 is still missing

[@scoop8400]

@@koenignero Agreed, maybe they are working on that.

[@scoop8400]

@@pksji 😂

[@surrealchemist]

I would love a version of this with just a stereo input for recording synths, or even better add more inputs so you can plug in multiple and route them to an app like AUM on the iPad. I would like mobility, but most interfaces are just big and bulky.

[@JamesRamboPearce]

I've literally spent months trying to find such a thing, massive gap in the market, I'll probably get one of these to see how it goes, did you?

[@jilhuang1127]

Does it means that I can use this as just a portable D/A converter for headphone?

[@montanamaxxamillion]

dude this thing has stereo inputs, buy a dual 1/4 TS ro 3.5mm stereo jack and plug it into input 1 and set it to stereo…input 2 will not be active you can use both inputs as R & L or you can use input 1 as stereo

[@GoTellJesusSaves]

Pretty excited about this! Excellent portability. Would love to see the noise floor tests on it.

[@chrisdelcan2757]

Hi Ryan, Looks like another great product but suspiciously no mention of inherent noise or S/N ratio. Can we have the full audio spec please ?

[@justanothersounddiary]

Got it today! Thanks Rode!

[@ReneFuerst]

awesome, so i can now plugin two wireless go 2 microphone sets with an 4 microphone setup at once

[@Miashka]

Not sure about it. RODE - could you confirm that? Can we connect two WirelessGoII and get 4 mics setup?

[@miguelgonzalezvaz2130]

@@Miashka You could do that already before the release of the AI-Micro

[@shaunmiddleto66]

@RODE CAN YOU CONNECT TWO WIRELESS GO 2 meaning using 4 microphones 🎤

[@deaftone]

It could be a perfect iOS interface if it would handle a Line Level signal. I don't understand why manufactures ignore such a basic feature. There are so many applications for musicians and broadcasters that would benefit from that feature 🙁 Maybe i'm missing something, but all the specs are about preamps and mics.

[@kayvon_is_likes]

Agreed. I can't find a really small decent line level input. Seems we have to go for something bigger which then approaches a full on audio interface :/

[@deaftone]

@@kayvon_is_likes i use Behringer UCA202 for stereo line in with my iPhone, but I’m sure Rode can come up with something more elegant and smaller.

[@SuperKomedyKing]

This times 100,000,000 !!!!! Not everyone wants to record JUST mic levels!?!?! As a musician I want to mix everything stereo to a phone from a line level mixer out.

[@xaviercalvet1583]

​@@SuperKomedyKing hey you can connect an stereo line, lowering the level input. I've checked It on a Android tablet and Ipad top. For reocordings and using the interface to monitorize levels, phase and LUFS...

[@montanamaxxamillion]

ummmm it can handle line level signals

[@Ozpeter]

In order to draw specific people's attention to the problems with this device I have commented on several other comments, but this comment is to give a warning to potential purchasers that there is a major problem with this device, if you are thinking of using it with a stereo mic needing plug-in power. I have tested it with four different stereo mics. Only one worked - that was one with its own power supply. One of the ones that did not work was the Roland CS10-EM which is very popular for location recording, and I and others were delighted that it seemed like we were going to be able to use this device to record binaural sound on our phones. But sadly, I have the feeling that the device wasn't tested with that kind of mic because I don't think Rode make plug in power stereo mics. However, every portable recorder on the planet works fine with such mics - but not this. I suspect it's a hardware design error in which case, it's a dealbreaker. But let's hope it can be fixed in FW very soon. Further problems relate to the Rode Reporter app, which seems to record at a significantly lower level than the level set for the mics. So you have to configure the device with that app, but then use a 3rd party app to actually record. And the Reporter seems to store the files marked as system files so there's no way to actually find them... The good news is that the interface works with the new DJI Action 2 video camera. But - not for stereo plug in power mics... I'm hoping to get my review uploaded in the next 24 hours, but while I will report what does work well, I will also have to draw attention to the problems too...

[@jgurtz]

It doesn't seem like design errors but rather a feature set intended for a very specific class of user: those using rode video mics or the wireless go. By not including a charge-thru connector and by not supporting phantom power this is a very limited device! And it's really too bad since it otherwise looks like a really nice and portable package. I'm kind of doubtful the pres could compete with the larger portable recorders and interfaces, but who knows, maybe they are great?

[@Ozpeter]

@@jgurtz I recorded a stereo pair (2 mics with plug in power) connected to inputs 1 & 2 today and it seemed fine in itself, but the mount I improvised had a rattle so the end result was stuffed by that. I'll fix that problem and try to upload various samples in the next few days...

[@jinkxkng]

love rode products, just wish they would finally let you route audio like the goxlr.

[@curtisjudd]

Looks handy, can't wait to try it out!

[@michaelbellis2279]

You’re one of best ☺️

[@LouisZezeran]

This is cool. Rode will now either sell you a great podcast mixer or if you don’t have space, they have enough dongles to turn your laptop into the mixer.

[@MrYankosG]

Hey RODE! I look forward to a RODE AI-2 with RODE apps compatibility.

[@PaulFeinberg]

Man Rode you don't stop! Great job!

[@frankluo230]

I was on the fence of purchasing a Ai-1 now this suits my needs better and app compatibility is killer

[@RipperFromYT]

Hey Rode peeps, I know this has been asked before in other ways but would this AI-micro be the best choice from Rode to send a stereo "aux" feed into an iphone? Are there gain settings that allow you to lower the input to accept line level? If this works great, if it doesn't you guys seriously need to come out with a simple tiny version that strictly takes rca's or even 1 stereo 3.5mm. There are a ton of potential customers who simply want to take an audio board "feed" into their phones for 1000 different reasons. Make it happen please. Thanks in advance.

[@rodemic]

Hey Ripper (cool name)! In short, yes it can take a line level stereo feed, but you would have to turn down the AI-Micro input volume, as well as lower the signal volume being fed into the AI-Micro. But yes, the AI-Micro is a great way to accept a stereo feed into a smartphone.

[@ernestchew88]

If the AI can also do intelligent noise reduction, that will be perfect.

[@CriticasDeCineEn2Minutos]

B&H Available ! Wouw! $80!!!! Thats super cool :) Perfecto for coming back to podcastin

[@top_tech.500k]

Happy recording to you too😄

[@saintseiyaelpasotx]

Game changer, would be nice to have one with four inputs on the next one ;)

[@ultracello]

This thing is really tiny, very cool! I wish this unit would have 48V phantom power for my two microphones and a second seperate stereo out for a portable speaker. Hardcore deluxe would be if it also would have a 3,5mm MIDI input jack.

[@rodemic]

Thanks for the suggestions @ultracello! Will pass them onto the team.

[@pavelbires]

Can I plug in my wireless go 2, and use the headphone output to listen to the current audio the transmitters are picking up?

[@GodbeeVlogs]

nice to meet you

[@PhotoBob]

Sold...take my money right now this is fantastic

[@MKitchen75]

Im planning to have this in my pc with rodelink with lavalier and other one with rode videomicro with stand.. beginner set for interviews with eos m50II

[@n9n2m]

Thank you very much my dear friend, this is a beautiful product worth buying

[@ConsumerTeamPete]

How about an XLR to TRRS adapter so a pro broadcast mic could be used?

[@KinetikSpeicher]

Does it have an auto-mixing feature build in, so we can use it with Filmic Pro?

[@walterwilliams1323]

Oh Rode you've done it again!

[@AskAW]

Just received my Ai Micro from BH Photos today.

[@ColinKlupiec]

Nice work. This is what the SC6-L should have been.

[@EdwinRucci]

You guys are killing it!!! 👍🏼

[@shaunmiddleto66]

Hi @RODE can you use two wireless go 2 mics at one time meaning 4 mics at one time 😎😎🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@tamildjtutorial]

Awesome.. Is this available in India?

[@blackchristiangeek]

Thanks for the new product announcement but I must admit I was a little concerned when I was only hearing iOS Believe It or Not There are those of us who buy your products who actually like Android thanks for mentioning that it was compatible with other devices

[@DoronBond]

@1:14 👌

[@Agus_Purwadi]

Rode with Great Idea for all take voice

[@NicoKnowsTech]

This looks great!

[@markshirley01]

Hi will be able to use my Rode filmaker receiver connected to my Google Pixel 6 which only has a usbc and no headphone jack

[@mataiand]

Question: is there a way to record individual mics (channels) into different files? Given an interview and I’d like to have the 2 individuals on 2 individual channels.

[@rodemic]

In 'Split' mode, the AI-Micro which will record a single stereo file with both audio tracks recorded seperately to the left and right channels. In order to get seperate files, you'll need to import this into a DAW and seperate them into their own mono tracks.

[@uller4020]

Can I plug in my WIRELESS PRO, and use the headphone output to listen to the current audio the transmitters are picking up?

[@rodemic]

For sure 😊

[@derickalbert]

Will it take stereo signal from a mixer?

[@erikpuij]

Hello Ryan, thanks for this clear video. I have a problem using this Røde AI-Micro on my Xiaomi 13 phone. Setup is Split input , lavalier micro's on input 1 and 2. This works perfect on my old POCO f1 phone recording stereo sound on video's and audio recordings. Same setup connected to Xiaomi 13 gives only mono sound coming from both lavalier micro's. Connecting stereo source to input 1 and selecting Input 1 doesn't help either. Still mono. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks, Erik

[@rodemic]

Hey Erik, we'd recommend getting in touch with our Service Team on this: rode.com/contact

[@yasin_uyghur]

Awesome 👏🏻 , I have a question, Is this Compatibility to Rode wireless Go ? I mean can I use with rode wireless go ?

[@rodemic]

Yes, the Wireless GO can be connected to the AI-Micro’s 3.5mm inputs 😀

[@JasonOJX]

Great product!! Does this works with DSLR?

[@justanothersounddiary]

Pre-ordered!

[@scottmh]

It’s awesome but make some 32 bit float recorders guys! Please 😁

[@vidyasagar042]

Can it record other than mic audio. Like game audio from a android phone connected by 3.5mm audio jack

[@trshcln6937]

can you use this to power high impedance headphones?

[@dharmaone77]

Looks great. Are the preamps and ADC the same as on the SC6-L?

[@florinG]

I there an adaptor for connecting the Rode lav Go to an Android device(USB type C) with just one input?

[@Socrate2]

After all, I didn't know at all whether I could use a normal application or not. There is only a bad feeling that a dedicated application is prepared.

[@themorrisbrothers2636]

Can you use this for iPhone 6s Plus? And use two mics for a podcast with it?

[@rodemic]

Yes you can!

[@themorrisbrothers2636]

@@rodemic great. I know there can be some dual mic clips you can get off from Amazon (2 mic clips for 1 3.5mm input) …if I buy 2 of those…I’m guessing 4 can be used? If I get this as well?

[@monkeystation]

I'm looking for a way to connect my stereo TRS output of my piano to my USB-C iPhone input and record video with the stereo sound from my piano. Would this work for this purpose?

[@rodemic]

Yep! Just connect the 3.5mm TRS input to the AI-Micro's microphone 1 input - select stereo mode on Central and you should be good to go 😊

[@edulitix]

The problem is headset with cabel? I bought wireles go, but here is the problem, if i use it for example in Teams with my Iphone i can’t hear anything. Maybe with this product. But tje cable isn’t nice

[@JinhoChun-yb3gv]

What's the latency when it's in indirect monitoring mode?

[@SuziAndOzi]

I would like to know if possible to listen video through headphones out during the playback of recorded video. Because originally when mic connected to lightning, iphone does not let you listen, you have to disconnect mic from lightning port.

[@rodemic]

Yes you can! You will need to just check you have direct monitoring switched off in RØDE Central.

[@SuziAndOzi]

@@rodemic thank you for reply. And tell me please, will it work with Belkin RockStar Lightning Audio + Charge device?

[@MadeOnAMobile]

Fantastic! Excited to get one of these... podcasting on the go just got so much easier and I can even use my Wireless Go for presenting on Zoom which is perfect if I'm away from my desk and not wanting to lug my Yeti about with me. How do I get on your Beta list! ;)

[@zenphotocraftmedia8326]

Looks good but dose it able to charge your phone while recording

[@user-shangguanhon]

IK iRig Pre HD iPhone /MAC/PC HD Microphone interface?

[@108u9]

Hi Rode, if I connect one of your wireless go/pro products to this, can I monitor audio wirelessly for a video or voice call? Looking to connect this to an iPhone but not be tethered through cable directly to the phone for calls while still being able to output voice and hear audio in real-time. Or does Rode have a product that’s like one of those gamer/call centre headsets that can do good quality voice input with the mic close to the mouth via a boom that can connect wirelessly to a phone/computer? Thank you!

[@rodemic]

Hey there, it sounds like your best option would be the NTH-100M - these would be great for native phone calls and they are suuper comfy too! rode.com/en/headphones/over-ear/nth-100m

[@adisons1342]

Hmm. Looks exactly like the compact device I’m seeking. You got a customer old sport 😊

[@NikCan66]

Excellent

Hello, I was wondering if I am using 3rd party tool to record audio, does my system(computer) detect 2 seperate mics connected or a single input source with 2 channels ? AND if this is a single source with 2 channels, what will happened if the mics are at few inches apart and audio not synced(TDOF) ?

[@rodemic]

It will detect the AI-Micro as the single input source, though the bleeding you will experience with the microphones will depend on the type of microphones you are using. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to our support team! They will be able to help you out further - help.rode.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

[@greecewithme]

Looks Great ! Can i use it with a go pro 8 ?

[@clausschleiff3131]

Leider wird kein 32 bit float unterstützt...

[@buyandrentaz]

Nice! Love Rode. Will this work with the Rode PodMic?

[@buyandrentaz]

Is there adapter to use for the podmic and this device with the podmic? Or this specific mic may not be ideal

[@jackkelly9615]

This is just what I needed is it released?

[@jhowie]

i want this now!!!

[@AhmedAbohashim]

Can i use rode al micro for live streaming on Facebook or Instagram or tik tok by connect it with audio interface ?

[@rodemic]

Hey there, while the AI-Micro is compatible with both iOS and Android, just note that some mobile livestreaming apps don't support external microphones. Apple and Google leave it up to individual apps as to whether external microphones like ours are supported, so it's out of our hands. We can't constantly stay up to date with which ones do and don't, so we suggest you do your own research if that's the reason you'd like to buy an AI-Micro.

[@mauriziocascone]

Can't wait to try it! 👌🏻🧑🏻‍🦲

[@azevlogin752]

Can this one be used with DJI Osmo Action?

[@JuanLopezmusica]

Does this works only with rode app?

[@Ozpeter]

Other apps too. Of course I haven't tested them all...

[@carlosmsao]

The inputs only work for microphones or instruments will work too?

[@hecjvaldez]

This is great!!

[@wondreel]

How can I connect to iPhone and can I edit and sync audio with video also can I connect mic with boompole

[@NoOne-yb8wj]

Does it work on iOS for phone calls, FaceTime and other audio/video calls?

[@23Pramod]

how to do live streaming with this on insta live ?? or zoom calls

[@rodemic]

Simply plug, play and you should be good to go!

[@RobinDupuy]

Always great products here👍🏻 I would like to know if I can use the AI-Micro for an In & Out interface but the sound source would not be a mic🙋🏻‍♂️ Connected to an iPad, I would like to use the mic input as an input but the sound would not come from a mic but from an( mp3 player for example) using a 3.5mm jack then be recorded in the iPad (with GarageBand or Loopy Pro) and be sent back to the headphone output of the AI-Micro.

[@rodemic]

Yes, this is generally possible. If relying on what the app is recording/processing, we'd recommend disabling live monitoring of the AI-Micro, and enable input monitoring from the app being used.

[@xaviercalvet1583]

​@@rodemic yes, It works!!! I'm using It to record line in signals, and with Yulean app (Ipad) to monitorize audio (LUFS, phase and Spectrum)

[@davidqiu5908]

is it also working with mac OS Catalina? don't know why it shouldn't, but on the rode website it says Big Sur or higher...thank you

[@fionngorilla]

Does it work for Insta live? So that two persons can be microphoned?

[@Heyhowdoi]

can i monitor audio using wireless go ?

[@theshutyourmouthguy]

Can the output be played through iPhone speakers? Use case is real time DAW monitoring for post production… - Aux out of DAW via interface stereo output - this stereo output goes into AI-Micro 1&2 - AI-Micro plugged into iPhone - iPhone becomes zero latency speaker for DAW I understand that the gain staging needs to be low for both OUTPUT of DAW and INPUT of AI-Micro, and I know I can real time monitor via the headphone jack but I am still unclear if real time monitoring is possible via the iPhone speakers.

[@rodemic]

No, iPhone speakers cannot be utilized while AI-Micro is connected, nor bluetooth. You'd need to use the headphone output on the AI-Micro interface itself.

[@theshutyourmouthguy]

@@rodemic please please add a firmware update to amend this.

[@antonizieba]

Hi, I would like to ask about the included USB cables. Are they compatible with Rode Wireless Go II?

[@rodemic]

Hi Antoni. Yes, the cables that come with the AI-Micro can be used to connect the Wireless GO II to a computer or mobile device.

[@RexxReviews]

Can we get 32 bit float on the phone app please?

[@triumphator4714]

2:51 What version of rode Connect is this where there is a low cut filter above the noise gate?

[@user-shangguanhon]

Can you produce an IK Multimedia iRig Pro I/O with a Canon interface

[@HKerStudio]

Wao ... this is good move man !!! I just wonder this device can have Linux support !? And also does it possible to have line-in in next firmware update !?

[@jhowie]

does it work to have a remote caller on second line? like i connect a TRRS to TRRS cable for mic 2? has anyone tried it?

[@edulitix]

Is charging same time possible?

[@rodemic]

Hey Basar, though not designed to be used in conjunction simultaneous charging devices, this would generally be a yes. For Apple, we'd recommend the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adaptor: www.apple.com/au/shop/product/MK0W2AM/A/lightning-to-usb-3-camera-adapter

[@zwehtet4155]

killer product

[@SuziAndOzi]

Will it work with iphone lightning splitter?

[@rodemic]

Hey team, this would be the way to go if you'd like to charge your iPhone while using the AI-Micro: www.apple.com/au-hed/shop/product/MK0W2AM/A/lightning-to-usb-3-camera-adapter

[@hugowells3052]

Do the settings preserve when you switch between apps? For example could you set levels in Reporter and then record in Central?

[@rodemic]

On smartphone, the AI-Micro settings can be configured with RØDE Central and they will carry over to RØDE Reporter or any 3rd party application.

[@DavidBrackett385]

I wonder if there is any dynamic mics on the market you could use with an xlr to 3.5 output cable that this bad boy would power?

[@montanamaxxamillion]

you can use any mic like i do, just run my sm7b to a preamp, output of preamp 1/4 to 1/8 TRS cable or XLR to 3.5 mm stereo

[@gauravrajwanshi]

Can I plugin in a mic and output from piano to do recording on my phone

[@medabroud9855]

Can I charge while using it ? If no is there any solution ??

[@rodemic]

Hey Med, there is a workaround for mobile devices such as Lightning Adaptor: www.apple.com/au/shop/product/HKKP2ZM/A/belkin-lightning-audio-charge-rockstar for iOS devices to allow you to charge at the same time 😊