RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm
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Choose the RØDE Wireless Micro if you want a lower price (KSh 2,300 less).
This comparison is partial: only 0 of the 55 specifications are published for both products. The RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm does not list type, Microphone System or mounting / Attachment; the RØDE Wireless Micro does not list rated load, tilt and rotation or special features.
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No clear advantage over the RØDE Wireless Micro in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.
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| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | RØDE | RØDE |
| Model | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | Wireless Micro |
| Product type | Desktop studio arm | — |
| Announced | — | November 2024 |
| Type | — | Smartphone Wireless Microphone System |
| Microphone System | — | 2 transmitters + 1 USB-C smartphone receiver + charging case |
| Color | — | Black or White |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting / Attachment | — | Integrated clip plus magnetic attachment |
| Special Features | — | Integrated acoustic chamber and ultra-light 12g transmitters |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | — | Built-in rechargeable batteries |
| Battery Type | — | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | — | 7 hours; up to 21 hours with charging case |
| Charging | — | Charging case via USB-C |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Rated load | 950g | — |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Tilt and rotation | Two pivot points | — |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Special features | Integrated cable guides | — |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Type | — | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | — | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Maximum SPL | — | 135dB SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | — | 73dB |
| Equivalent Noise | — | 21dBA |
| Audio Resolution | — | 24-bit / 48kHz |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Technology | — | RØDE digital wireless plus Direct Connect Bluetooth for iOS |
| Operating Frequency | — | 2.4GHz ISM band |
| Transmission Range | — | Over 100m line-of-sight |
| Maximum Transmitters | — | 2 |
| Maximum Receivers / Channels | — | 1 mobile receiver / 2 channels |
| Wireless Features | — | Automatic pairing and intelligent GainAssist |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Transmitter Microphone | — | Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone |
| Transmitter Input | — | Not applicable |
| Transmitter Recording | — | No |
| Internal Storage / Recording Time | — | — |
| Transmitter Battery Life | — | Up to 7 hours |
| Transmitter Dimensions | — | 40 × 20 × 17mm |
| Transmitter Weight | — | 12g |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Receiver Type | — | USB-C smartphone receiver |
| Receiver Outputs | — | USB-C digital audio |
| Monitoring Output | — | Not applicable |
| Receiver Battery Life | — | Powered by connected smartphone |
| Receiver Charging Time | — | — |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | — | Digital wireless to plug-in USB-C receiver |
| Audio Outputs | — | USB-C digital audio |
| USB | — | USB-C receiver and case charging |
| 3.5mm Connection | — | Not applicable |
| Camera Compatibility | — | N/A for this smartphone kit; optional camera receiver/Camera Kit sold separately |
| Smartphone Compatibility | — | USB-C iPhone/iPad and Android devices; direct iOS connection through RØDE Capture where supported |
| Computer Compatibility | — | USB-C computers supported by receiver |
| Operating System Compatibility | — | iOS 14+; Android 11+ for USB-C version |
| Direct Device Compatibility | — | Direct Connect to supported iOS devices through RØDE Capture |
| App Support | — | RØDE Capture and RØDE Central |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Onboard Recording | — | No |
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | — | 24-bit / 48kHz |
| Timecode | — | No |
| Safety Track | — | No |
| Gain Control | — | Intelligent GainAssist |
| Controls | — | Automatic operation with app configuration |
| Special Recording Features | — | Not applicable |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Case | — | Included |
| Case Battery Capacity | — | 490mAh |
| Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles | — | Two additional full charges; up to 21 hours total |
| Case Charging Time | — | Approx. 3 hours |
| Case Charging Port | — | USB-C |
| Case Dimensions | — | 72 × 58 × 30mm |
| Case Weight | — | Kit total approx. 102g |
| Case Features | — | Stores and charges two transmitters and mobile receiver |
| Specification | RØDE DS2 Desktop Studio Arm | RØDE Wireless Micro |
|---|---|---|
| What's in the Box | — | 2 × Wireless Micro transmitters, USB-C receiver, charging case, magnetic attachments, 2 × furry windshields, SC22 USB-C cable and documentation |
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RØDE Micro is the lower-priced option; neither stands out on the other features compared here.
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