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RØDE PodMic USB vs RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3

Compare pickup, connection, battery and recording features.

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RØDE PodMic USB

RØDE PodMic USB

  • Audio resolution: 24-bit / 48 kHz.
  • 3.5 mm headphone output.
  • USB: USB-C.
  • Mounting / attachment: integrated swing mount.
  • Audio outputs: three-pin XLR.
KSh 32,500In Stock
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RODE Wireless GO Gen 3

RODE Wireless GO Gen 3

  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
  • Up to 7 hours per charge.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • Onboard recording for a local audio backup.
  • USB-C.
KSh 32,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 if you want a lighter build (31 g). Choose the RØDE PodMic USB if you prefer USB Broadcast Microphone and dynamic.

This comparison is partial: only 9 of the 55 specifications are published for both products. The RØDE PodMic USB does not list Microphone System, Special Features or Power Source; the RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 does not list Microphone Body Dimensions or Microphone Body Weight.

Portability

RØDE PodMic USB
900 g
RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Approx. 31g

Audio

RØDE PodMic USB
Dynamic
RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Pre-polarised pressure condenser

Connections

RØDE PodMic USB
USB-C
RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3
RØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission

USB

RØDE PodMic USB
USB-C
RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3
USB-C audio, charging

Mounting / attachment

RØDE PodMic USB
Integrated swing mount
RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

RØDE PodMic USB

  • Microphone type: Dynamic.

RØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3

  • Lighter: 31 g (vs 900 g).
  • Microphone type: Pre-polarised pressure condenser.

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PriorityRØDE PodMic USBRØDE RODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Portability900 gApprox. 31g
AudioDynamicPre-polarised pressure condenser
ConnectionsUSB-CRØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission
Monitoring output3.5 mm headphone output3.5mm receiver output supports headphone monitoring modes where configured
USBUSB-CUSB-C audio, charging and data
Mounting / attachmentIntegrated swing mountIntegrated clip and/or magnetic attachment

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
BrandRØDERØDE
ModelRØDE PodMic USBWireless GO (Gen 3)
TypeUSB Broadcast MicrophoneCamera Wireless Microphone System
Announced—December 2024
Microphone System—2 transmitters + 1 dual-channel receiver
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Mounting / AttachmentIntegrated swing mountIntegrated clip and/or magnetic attachment
Special Features—Locking 3.5mm transmitter inputs and Series IV ecosystem compatibility

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Power Source—Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries
Battery Type—Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life—Up to 7 hours per component
Charging—USB-C

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Microphone TypeDynamicPre-polarised pressure condenser
Polar PatternCardioidOmnidirectional
Frequency Response20 Hz–20 kHz20Hz–20kHz
Audio Resolution24-bit / 48 kHz24-bit / 48kHz wireless; 32-bit float internal recording
Maximum SPL—123.5dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio—72dB
Equivalent Noise—22dBA

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Monitoring Output3.5 mm headphone output3.5mm receiver output supports headphone monitoring modes where configured
Receiver Type—Dual-channel camera/mobile receiver
Receiver Outputs—3.5mm analog and USB-C digital audio
Receiver Battery Life—Up to 7 hours
Receiver Weight—Approx. 35g

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Audio OutputsThree-pin XLR; USB-C digital audio3.5mm TRS/TRRS and USB-C digital audio
USBUSB-CUSB-C audio, charging and data
Connection—2.4GHz wireless
3.5mm Connection—3.5mm transmitter input and receiver output
Camera Compatibility—Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver
Smartphone Compatibility—Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter
Computer Compatibility—Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio
Operating System Compatibility—Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported
Direct Device Compatibility—Compatible with RØDE Series IV ecosystem devices where officially supported
App Support—RØDE Central, RØDE Connect, RØDE Reporter and RØDE Capture where supported

Microphone Body

Microphone Body specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Microphone Body Dimensions172 mm length × 107 mm width × 62 mm height—
Microphone Body Weight900 g—

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Wireless Technology—RØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission
Operating Frequency—2.4GHz ISM band
Transmission Range—Up to 260m line-of-sight
Encryption—128-bit encryption
Maximum Transmitters—2
Maximum Receivers / Channels—1 receiver / 2 channels
Wireless Features—Series IV transmission, GainAssist and automatic pairing

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Transmitter Microphone—Built-in omnidirectional pre-polarised pressure transducer
Transmitter Input—3.5mm TRS lavalier input
Transmitter Recording—Yes — 32-bit float onboard recording
Internal Storage / Recording Time—Over 40 hours per transmitter
Transmitter Battery Life—Up to 7 hours
Transmitter Weight—Approx. 31g

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Onboard Recording—Yes
Bit Depth / Sample Rate—24-bit / 48kHz output; 32-bit float / 48kHz onboard
Timecode—No
Safety Track—Supported
Gain Control—GainAssist plus manual gain control
Noise Cancellation—No dedicated noise cancellation
Low-Cut Filter—High-pass filter available
Controls—TX buttons and RX display/buttons; RØDE Central configuration
Special Recording Features—32-bit float, dual-file recording and merged/split channel modes

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
Charging Case—Not applicable
Case Battery Capacity——
Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles——
Case Charging Time——
Case Charging Port——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Features——

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMic USBRODE Wireless GO Gen 3
What's in the Box—2 × Wireless GO (Gen 3) transmitters, 1 × receiver, 3 × furry windshields, SC2 3.5mm cable, SC21 USB-C-to-Lightning cable, SC22 USB-C cable, SC33 USB-C multi-adapter, carry pouch and documentation

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both use 24-bit (audio resolution).
  • Both are made by RØDE.

In summary

Choose RØDE RODE GO Gen 3 for a lighter build.

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