Direct Connect, which first appeared on the excellent RODE Wireless Micro, lets the transmitters pair with iOS devices via Bluetooth through RODE’s free Capture app. It’s a properly useful addition for mobile creators who want to travel lighter with no receiver cluttering up your setup and no extra cables to lose in the bottom of a bag. The feature supports both merged and split recording modes, so you can either combine audio from both transmitters into a single stereo track or keep them separate for more control in post.
The timing is notable given RODE’s price cuts across both products towards the end of 2025. There aren’t many brands taking prices down of late, so seeing the Wireless GO Gen 3 dropped by 33% and the Wireless PRO by 25% was interesting. If you’re looking to grab either, the Wireless GO Gen 3 now sits at around £179 while the Wireless PRO comes in around £269.
Following those price adjustments with this major functionality boost makes the news suddenly feel far more impactful as RODE try to remain the king of the castle when it comes to mobile audio. It’s faced stiff competition in recent times, with more and more brands offering tiny wireless audio options and it’s nice to see it aiming to remain an accessible choice. We checked out the Hollyland Lark M2S and were impressed by what it offered nearer to £100, though it couldn’t quite match what RODE offers when it comes to raw quality.
Both systems still offer 32-bit float on-board recording, 32GB internal storage, and RODE’s Series IV 2.4GHz transmission. The Wireless PRO adds timecode sync and an extended 260m range for those who need it. The update is available now through RODE Central.
