Rode Wireless Pro Review: 16 Things to Know!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

What is your favorite feature from the Rode Wireless Pro? Let us know below! ⬇ 🎙Check out the Rode Wireless Pro here ➡ bit.ly/thinkwirelessmic

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

32 bit float!!!!

[@Youthman]

Just ordered from your link. Thanks.

[@YoungBlaze]

when people do these range test, they are always walking in a random empty field, nobody acutally uses the mics like that, you have to go into a place where a lot of cellphones and wifi are , to see how good it holds a connections

[@lonniesfilmmaking333]

100 ❤

[@Tommy4k]

Facts

[@E_DOCWatson]

For me, I am a one man show. If I filmed in a crowded area, my equipment my go missing. But I only test what most people would really do.

[@OfficialChikezie]

The reason is to see if the manufacturer’s claims are true. It’s the only objective way to test distance. If they do the test you recommend, it wouldn’t prove anything because your walls aren’t the same. All of the interference factors would be completely different. Their walls could be empty while yours are full of network cables. Your walls could be lathe and plaster while theirs are sheetrock, or even brick. They could have 20 people walking in between the receiver and mic carrying electronic devices while you live alone. Starting to make sense?

[@YoungBlaze]

@@OfficialChikezie welp time to change up them claims and do something different because most people actually film outside of their home ,

[@MattT72]

Hey bro, at 01:14, you mentioned that the charging case of Rode is more rugged and better-looking. That's clearly a mistake. I've been using the DJI Mic for a long time, and the stainless steel casing has always been very sturdy. Especially with the release of the DJI Mic 2, its aluminum alloy casing is even more rugged, and it now has an additional locking mechanism. In terms of design, I've always loved DJI's aesthetic design, especially the translucent emitter, which looks absolutely cool.

[@BTMovieSecondChannel]

Top-notch color grading. Colorful, lifelike, natural but punchy. Just like how I like to grade - but you did even better!

[@RetireandGo]

This is the best audio recording option for so many uses ! The software that keeps the audio levels stable with shouting etc… amazing! I want this

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Me too!

[@danishalishow]

I guess for an iPhone the dji is better since the receiver hooks up directly to it without an annoying dangling cable and attached receiver which is impossible to hold? I have the rode mic 2 kit and could never use it because it’s too cumbersome so I’m hoping the dji receiver would be filming friendly with an iPhone

[@TechOutAdam]

They truly put the word Pro to good use. This is incredible. Rode is the GOAT of wireless microphones.

[@Weaf2727]

After so much disappointment with the previous Rode set, I will stay with my DJI Mic set for now. I am happy to see Rode realized they needed to improve to compete.

[@deezbeatzdoe]

u fool lol jp yeah if it ain't broke don't fix it.... but fyi im getting my rode pros tomorrow YEAH!!!

[@frostgodx]

they have improved thank god cause old rode was bullshit

[@NomadOutdoorAdventures]

I have the DJI microphones and they were great for me because I record everything on my iPhone and these ones I don’t know if you can plug them directly into an iPhone but DJI has the adaptor where you can plug it right into the iPhones which is great

[@PreenonHuq]

I wonder how it compares to DJI because the DJI is amazing

[@sethficklin2]

Rode has a similar adapter for phones!

[@R3user-p5q]

I am expecting the new Rode Wireless Pro's today (Sep 2) and I like some of the new features. Before you get too excited, I still use the DJI mics and there is nothing wrong with the case. It's still a more compact, neat package that stores the units perfectly. I have NEVER had a problem with the lid of the charging case coming open. I do secure it in a Think Tank roller case and it's a tidy set up. With that said, I am looking forward to finally having a setup that has the lockdown mics and 32 bit float.

[@RADERFPV]

How do you like them compared to the DJI Mic's so far? Thanks!

[@BluePlanetPets]

After struggling with poor quality with my DJI mics, I switched to Rode. I love the DJI design, but they are so hard to use for recording on iPhone ( no audio without unplugging ) and quality is hit & miss. I wish the Rode has their case design & touch screen, but otherwise these do seem much better.

[@totoroutes5389]

It Needs this improvement soon: The Rode Mobile ipad app should have all the functions as the desktop app.

[@GrooveMan21]

Can you transmit to the receiver and record inside the transmitters at the same time as a backup?

[@totoroutes5389]

Receiver is lacking headphone port. Funny that Rode includes timecode connection for the camera but there is no way to monitor the audio during use of the timecode, camera operator will just have to wait for the playback, since timecode is already a lot of convenience better not include too much or it might make sense.

[@frostgodx]

had these since release and they are extremely good and well worth the money i dont want to use anything else now and i never have to question or even think about audio and can focus on the shots

[@YourDriverMike]

Love my Wireless Go II for field work, this could be a great upgrade as I film in my car and this could better help isolate my voice over road noise. If this has better fullness and deeper richness then I'm pretty sold.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Nice! I'm ordering one more myself!

[@AllDayFinesse]

You can hear the fullness in the Rode Wireless Pro😍 I have the Rode Wireless Go, Go II, and I am definitely going to buy these the moment they drop!

[@manilamartin1001]

looks great. I'm pretty happy with my dji, but if I didn't buy dji it would be a great mic for me

[@unquestionabletv]

You said you can’t monitor sound with headphones while recording auto into the camera. What if the receiver is plugged into phone via the usb port, freeing the headphone port to monitor?

[@Smallbore2wheels]

Definitely need a "battle of the wireless mics" video at the end of the year

[@stayhappylittlemermaid]

Money will not buy happiness, but it will let you be unhappy in nice places.

[@spaztech]

These amazing mics will allow your subscribers to hear you clearly, in spite of your unhappiness. 👊🏽🍺

[@RafaelUnplugged]

I needed that ty 😂😂

[@FrugalStreamer]

Most I am sure will say the Rode sounds better because it is warmer. I imagine once you drop a 70hz high-pass filter in post, they sound a lot alike.

[@RADERFPV]

Was thinking the same thing.

[@FCTHETRUTH]

i'm going to stick with my DJI MIC because i know DJI is going to release MIC 2 eventually and it'll have 32 BIT FLOAT etc etc..

[@aphinion]

I never liked the DJI mics for their cheap flat S-y sound and this A-B comparison just was proof of this. I'm so looking forwards to these Wireless Pro!

[@elementdisplay]

Rode has just some more Low frequencies that i can hear in this video, which seems that the voice sounds better and warmer, but the downside is that it can get more wind noise or when you spell words like "Power" or "Bombastic" the B-s and P-s will sound worse :D ... i know we can fix them in post but some creators don't have time for that!

[@JesseeeVS_shorts]

In my last video shot with the rode wireless go 2, i have experienced issues with distortion. We where filming a video with halloween in a amusement park. The envirement was very loud, and in the post production i found out that the whole audio track, was nearly clipping or alreaddy clipping. There was no space to manual adjust the audio to make it sound better. Now i see this i'm convinced to upgrade to the wireless pro! :) It sounds like the perfect wireless microphone for me! Thanks for this good review video!

[@jonathanramsey]

6:17 according to the Røde website, the internal mic can handle 123.5 db SPL (1kHz @ 1M). That’s high for a mic like this, but not incredibly high, compared to a Shure SM58 (150 dB SPL @ 100 Hz, 10 dB SPL @ 1 kHz, both at 1” from mic), but probably good enough if you’re not holding it close to your mouth in the way that you would while singing. Even with 32-bit recording, and the crazy dynamic range that allows, the physical limits of the mic capsule still apply. So, while yelling into the mic might distort within the capsule, nothing is going to be so loud as to clip within the recorder itself.

[@TheAllAmericanDriver]

This is a good point. I’m considering the system to hook up behind a car for exhaust audio, given the 32bit float it probably won’t distort, but the internal mic potentially will….

[@jonathanramsey]

I edited my comment. I originally put 100 dB SPL, but that is for the original Wireless Go, not the Pro. It’s 123.5. The maximum for a human voice is about 135 dB @ 1”.

[@jonathanramsey]

@@TheAllAmericanDriver you might be able to use it from a reasonably close distance, but I don’t know what that distance would be. You could use a drum mic (160-180 dB SPL @ 100 Hz?)

[@jonathanramsey]

@@TheAllAmericanDriver I wonder if it were mounted above pointing down toward the exhaust a meter or so above. For all I know that would be great only for a Tesla 😜 or maybe a hybrid

[@TheAllAmericanDriver]

@@jonathanramsey yeah I’ve experimented with different mics. Currently suctioning an zoom recorder to the back of the car. I’ve used an MD 421 before with good results when the car isn’t moving.

[@jayrey7]

32 bit float and Time Code along with the sound quality is on point.

[@TeluguSuperhumans]

What's the camera you are using?

[@PatchedBandit]

I own both the old rode and dji set and I really want te float audio! With motovlogging that would be a gamechanger :O Wonder how this new rode would connect to the DJI actioncameras like action 3 and 4. Do I need to use the 3.5mm jack or does the usb C work directly?

[@SeanOzz]

The two sound very similar. The ride does sound a bit more full than the dji though. Also the ride will vanish in a 360 video with the insta x3 though.

[@WhatchaGot2Say]

How many mics can you connect to 1 receiver?

[@Makta972]

Excellent vid. The Rode sound fuller and more expensive. Glad I waited as I wasn't totally sold on the dji mic.

[@themindlesschefofficial]

Curios to know if the Gain Assist works in the moment for live productions. Or is it only the recorded Audio? I don't think YOU mentioned it but I may be wrong 🙂 Thanks for all the quality content YOU continue to push out, YOUR channel Amongst others is blindingly informative and helpful.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Yep! It works over the transmitted audio!

[@royvansichem]

Is it also possible to use the mic on an online meeting? Can it stream directly to the pc?

[@HorizonimagingCoUkPhotography]

Really really useful review, and a no-brainer upgrade for me from my Sennheiser ew100 ENG G3 which is big, bulky, doesn't record internally, doesn't have a charging case and doesn't have 32-bit float audio! Thanks for the review! 🙏

[@RJdeKeizer]

What a pleasant review. Very useful. Thank you!

[@ChaplainReece]

Can you do a video on how to separate audio from video for a special podcast?

[@peterdirection4608]

I’m trying to get the best sound on a stage about 150 feet away (i generally do small theater jobs) from a Sony a7s DSLR. Can’t figure out if the quality of the sound would be better just throwing one of these little wireless transmitters on the stage floor or putting the videomic + shotgun on the dlsr…or 3rd option which is using both by connecting the shotgun to wireless pro near theater speakers. Thanks by the way.

[@FritzMass]

Can you please tell me what mic stand you are using for the rode handheld adapter

[@PaLammy]

Thank you for this video. If you connect the róde pro to the input of the camera or mobile, and you fix the audio input of the camera. Is the incoming signal from the róde to the camera stabilised? and you have a constant level and no need to fear clipping or soft audio recordings?

[@ILLAILLS]

So far hands down my go to.

[@englishforsrilanka2535]

Is it possible to have a system with four microphones for a four person podcast? I don't understand why they've limited the system to just two microphones.

[@EscapementWatch]

I have the new 5th gen Rode NT1 and it still clips when I yell in it to test 32 bit float

[@aaronsmallwoodjr.6404]

Does it come with the adapter to the iPhone or do you still need to purchase ?

[@god0t]

I agree. Seems to be a cool package, but do they win against DJI?

[@criptoadictos]

I bought them but Is there a way to have some noise reduction to use it on outside live streamings?

[@PaLammy]

One additional question. For long recording sessions that extend beyond the battery lifetime, can you connect the receiver and transmitters to an external battery during a production? This is the case with the róde wireless 2... thx...

[@vitaminbp1]

Great video! For quality comparison they both sound good, but I think the Rode has more presence or voice depth. A little more bass in the Rode I guess is what I mean. That no clipping with loud sounds i

[@jayrey7]

How do you set up the Time Code with the Tentacle?

[@obarovft314]

for example, i am recording at 24fps in my camera and the audio i want to use is the 32 bit float recorded on the wireless pro, how will both sync when the wireless pro fps is undefined?

[@ryanhostudio]

what is the shock mount you put the rode wireless handheld adapter in?

[@RoboGamer1HD]

Thank you for this video, I decided to order this right away!

[@ansonzeall]

can i know what accessory youre using to hold the rode microphone on your desk?

[@nguyenphung8940]

One question: can we adjust gain/sensitivity of each transmitter individualy ? Tks

[@RADERFPV]

Yes

[@mmsk2010]

Great job Rode but why didn't you fix the issue with having to use a cable to connect to the iphone/pad? DJI has an adaptor that doesn't need a cable to connect. I hate having to hang my wireless go's receiver from a cable, looks unprofessional.

[@teohyc]

Iphone lightning need cable connection to get best quality. Those wireless adapters are nice but not good enough

[@firasfx]

Do you think this kit is good enough for some singing ? Thanks.

[@theharryexperience_]

I would love you to make a video about the best settings for the wireless go 2 as i always get background noise on my Rodes wireless go 2

[@patrykludyga8446]

Please. What is name of your table stand for wireless adaptor, which u use while talking to us.

[@philiphemme1]

Awesome video, thanks. It’s tempting but 450€ is quite pricey indeed. Also, what’s the mount you’re using on your tripod? It’s for a long-form (>1h) portable video podcast recording setup with a meeting room table.

[@wayneknetter]

When mute in on, did they give us a way of knowing on the the transmitter- like changing the colour of the led or make it flash or something

[@shalese_johnson]

Pretty great mic system!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

I think so too!

[@MarkSaiger]

OK, been using the Rode Wireless Go ii units... But got to have a set of these now 😁

[@ChrisBlairECom]

Is the audio quality better than the original Rode Wireless Go? I still use that one and I am happy with it.

[@remikus]

Its about the same but clipping free 👍🏻 (of course at receiver) if connected to camera - it will clip since … again its using camera. Must work with post production and use recordings from RWPro

[@ChrisBlairECom]

@@remikus I don’t really have a clipping issue. I mastered the right settings. Thanks, I will stick with the original GO, it is working good for me.

[@themastersvoice8636]

Dear sir, Thank you so much for the great video. I have a question regarding use of Rode Wireless Pro, as a wireless hand free mic system for a mega meeting . I am told by a technician that If it is used on a mega church stages etc. where other electronic systems are also on the stage , there can be interference problem, because of the presence of other electronic system there . He said that Rode wireless systems are pretty prone to interference .Is that true about Rode Wireless Pro? Thanks. God bless you .

[@RyanKemperinOhio]

Great review. Thank you

[@E_DOCWatson]

Does the mic still maintain signal when you are not facing the receiver. Other wireless mics will drop signal when walking away, but pick back up when you turn around.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Great question, based off our tests, tt will drop out at around 80 feet or so if your in an open area if the receiver is not in line of sight. However if you are indoors it does not cut out!

[@dannyrodas23]

What's the stand you are using to hold the mic that makes it looks like a podcast mic?

[@TravelwithYiew]

Definitely RODE Wireless PRO! :)

[@Rakishfilms]

I wish I could buy the dji mic or the rode wireless pro but my budget won’t allow me to do so. What budget wireless mic will you recommend ? Thanks you

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

The Rode wireless me is a solid option and has the gain assist feature!

[@Rakishfilms]

@@NatesFilmTutorials ok thanks , I guess I have to save towards the Rode

[@jameskirker]

Where did you get the strap for your Apple Watch bro? Looks great

[@brown2840]

I'd like to know if gain settings affect the 32bit recordings or if that's only when you send to the camera?

[@SpliffSpliffington]

But aren't you gonna clip when the output is being recorded to the camera? I thought 32bit float was only to the reciever.

[@Crttr78]

Can I use a Sennheiser MKE2 microphone connected to this Rode?

[@NextUnicorn]

Do the Rode Wireless Pro mics make the Rode VideoMic Me-L irrelevant? Or might you want both for some reason?

[@Bikepacking]

Can you connect to iPad the charging case

[@LifewithJoshuaHerrera]

Where can I get the adapter you’re talking into !

[@EmpireJeffTV]

What deskstop stand did you use for the interview go?

[@philiphemme1]

Awesome video, thanks Nolan 🙏It’s tempting but 450€ is quite pricey indeed. How does it compare to the Rode Wireless Go (300€)? Also, what’s the mount you’re using on your tripod? It’s for a long-form (>1h) portable video podcast recording setup with a meeting room table.

[@sytesmedia504]

would I need sound recorder for my red Komodo if i have the new rode pro

[@MaskedMarble]

Conpare it to the Saramonic Blink Me that doesn't require a special app to download the audio.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Hey there! The Wireless Pro audio files can now be accessed through USB without an app!

[@KNLFirewood]

Wondering if there is a limit to the audio clipping. We run chainsaws on our channel and usually have to put the microphone 20 yards away so it doesn’t distort. This would be awesome if it worked under VERY loud circumstances…like clipped on my shirt while running the loud equipment.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Great question! I believe the only real limitation is the dynamic range of the mic capsule, but as far as the audio levels go I think this would work well in your use case. I'll have to look into this!

[@rayterry7]

I read you can only export one clip at a time and not export multiple tracks at once. Is this true?

[@leeaxon01]

Hello. I have found this channel by luck and love it. Can you please advise if you can 'recover' audio in 32bit within Premier Pro? I have just been doing some tests and I'm still clipping massively and can't seem to get the results other people and yourself have. I would appreciate your help. Thanks.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

If it was recorded using the 32bit float recording, turn down the gain until the audio levels are healthy. You can also do this in Adobe Audition. If the audio doesn't come down to healthy levels double check that you are recording in 32bit float recording.

[@BlessbyGBeats]

Great review! Link to mic holder and stand you are using at the table!

[@nielsmiddelburg6672]

I bought the Rode, using it for interviewing people on an event. What I dislike, or have not figured out how to, is that it also catches a lot of background noise, like other people talking within 5 meter range. It really ruins the whole audio, as trying to fix it in Premiere Pro with Reduce Noise or other effects, they start sounding like a robot, and the surrounding noises never fully fade away. I heard the new Sony has inbuilt noise cancellation. Can anyone tell me how to deal with this problem?

[@SouthernGospelMusic]

you can also use the headphone jack to connect a shotgun mic

[@kidang5679]

Hi! I watched your video through automatic translation. My English is not good. It's interesting for timely information, while I'm on the hook for DJI and the Hollyland Lark Max mics. Please do a test of Rode Go Pro when connected to Sony A7Siii. In the Rode Go II version, Sony A7Siii users complained a lot about sound interference. The noise makes the sound in the recorded videos very bad. I don't know if this Rode Go Pro version can fix that or not? This is a problem I think is very serious. Thanks! (I used Google Translate to translate, hope you can understand what I mean if some sentences don't seem to be translated correctly)

[@MichaelAbellera]

Does it cut the recorded file like DJI Wireless Mic? DJI onboard records cuts every 30 mins. it's kinda annoying for my use case.

[@SurajMangat]

Audio on rode pro wins hands down even than on dji mic 2. My personal opinion, yours can be different 😊

[@garlife2585]

The transmitter connects to camera with the mic onto my shirt recording straight to camera so i dont have to sync audio in post??

[@Mike-vr7mb]

👍 yes!

[@gustafhendricomakapuko7789]

Halo the microphone have noise cancelation?

[@TheAllAmericanDriver]

Question- If I hook it up to my camera like normal, and hit record in camera, will it be recording in 32bit float? Or- do I additionally have to hit record on the microphone itself? If that is the case, will these two recordings both in camera and the 32bit float file be in sync via time code automatically?

[@jaimebenito620]

No, your camera will be recording in whichever format it records the external analogue signal coming from the device.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Hi there! The transmitted audio won't be 32 bit float, however if you do use the Gain Assist feature it will set your levels for you and it's really hard to clip! So this is ideal for livestreams if you have an unexpected loud or quiet noises. You can then sync the internal 32 bit float later if you need to!

[@mantiq7768]

How does it compare to the Hollyland Lark Max?

[@joshuavega4563]

does 32 bit float work all the time? or just on internal recording?

[@ThinkMediaTV]

When active it works internal as well as into camera

[@Pfagnan]

@@ThinkMediaTVNo 32 bit not sent wireless to receiver. Only internal on board the transmitter

[@JPC326]

How doe it compare to Hollyland Lark Max ?

[@totoroutes5389]

That vocals sounds muffled when compared with vocals from a Sennheiser shotgun mic and Sound Devices MixPre. Pocket size muffled vs best sound quality compact kit.

[@RyanREAX]

Enjoy standing 15+ feet away with a shotgun mic versus a lav

[@ILLAILLS]

Take all my money. Can this kit be paired with a Zoom H8?

[@eugeniobritofotografia]

In Europe Amazon has a price tag of 550 eur (about 595 USD) for the normal kit (2 TX, 1 RX). This is a shot in the foot for Rode, or Amazon, or whatever...

[@T1Media.ireland]

459e in Ireland from all the camera shops

[@Soul_Visuals_Photography]

wow. Rode coming in hot! just need to add a white Lav