RODE Wireless GO II
The RØDE Wireless GO II price is ksh 38,000 in Kenya. It is a compact dual-channel microphone with 200m range, 7 hours battery life, and USB-C/3.5mm connectivity. Ideal for vlogging, interviews, and filmmaking with built-in mics and on-board recording.
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| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | RØDE | RØDE | Insta360 | Hollyland |
| Model | Wireless GO II | Wireless GO (Gen 3) | Mic Pro | LARK MAX 2 |
| Announced | February 2021 | December 2024 | May 19, 2026 | May 27, 2025 |
| Type | Camera Wireless Microphone System | Camera Wireless Microphone System | Camera Wireless Microphone System | Camera Wireless Microphone System |
| Microphone System | 2 transmitters + 1 dual-channel receiver | 2 transmitters + 1 dual-channel receiver | Not specified | 2 transmitters + camera receiver + USB-C receiver + charging case (2-person Combo) |
| Color | Black | Black | Black | Space Gray |
Microphone & Audio
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Type | Pre-polarised pressure condenser | Pre-polarised pressure condenser | Three-microphone condenser array | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Selectable omnidirectional, super-directional, cardioid and figure-8 | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–20kHz; 100Hz–20kHz with low-cut on | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB SPL | 123.5dB SPL | 130dB SPL at 10% THD | 128dB SPL |
| Equivalent Noise | 22dBA | 22dBA | 22dBA | Not specified |
| Audio Resolution | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz wireless; 32-bit float internal recording | 24-bit / 48kHz wireless; 32-bit float internal recording | 24-bit / 48kHz transmission; 32-bit float internal recording |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not specified | 72dB | 72dB A-weighted | ≥72dB |
| Sensitivity | Not specified | Not specified | -38±1dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL | -37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL |
| Audio Features | Not specified | Not specified | Three-mic array, selectable pickup modes, voice-tone presets and AI noise cancelling | Not specified |
Wireless & Transmission
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Technology | RØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission | RØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission | GFSK 1/2Mbps digital wireless plus Bluetooth 5.4 | GFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping |
| Operating Frequency | 2.4GHz ISM band | 2.4GHz ISM band | 2.400–2.4835GHz | 2.4GHz ISM band |
| Transmission Range | Up to 200m line-of-sight | Up to 260m line-of-sight | Up to 400m TX-to-RX open line-of-sight; about 100m direct Bluetooth to Insta360 X5 | 340m line-of-sight / 60m non-line-of-sight |
| Encryption | 128-bit encryption | 128-bit encryption | Not specified | Not specified |
| Maximum Transmitters | 2 | 2 | 4 per receiver | 4 |
| Maximum Receivers / Channels | 1 receiver / 2 channels | 1 receiver / 2 channels | Up to 4 receivers per transmitter; four-channel output with supported equipment | 1 receiver / up to 4 transmitters |
| Wireless Features | Series IV transmission with merged/split channel output | Series IV transmission, GainAssist and automatic pairing | 4TX+1RX, 2TX+4RX, direct Insta360 camera connection | Wireless audio monitoring and anti-interference frequency hopping |
| Latency | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | 20ms TX-to-RX; 25ms TX-to-monitor earphone |
Transmitter
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmitter Microphone | Built-in omnidirectional pre-polarised pressure transducer | Built-in omnidirectional pre-polarised pressure transducer | Built-in three-microphone array | Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone |
| Transmitter Input | 3.5mm TRS lavalier input | 3.5mm TRS lavalier input | 3.5mm lavalier input via official USB-C adapter | 3.5mm TRS lavalier input |
| Transmitter Recording | Yes — onboard recording | Yes — 32-bit float onboard recording | Yes — 24-bit or 32-bit float, mono or stereo | Yes — 24-bit or 32-bit float internal recording |
| Internal Storage / Recording Time | Over 40 hours internal memory per transmitter | Over 40 hours per transmitter | 32GB; 60h 24-bit mono / 29.7h stereo; 44.8h 32-bit mono / 22.2h stereo | 8GB per transmitter; up to about 14 hours lossless recording |
| Transmitter Battery Life | Up to 7 hours | Up to 7 hours | Up to 10 hours | Approx. 11 hours |
| Transmitter Dimensions | 44 × 45.3 × 18.3mm | Not specified | 38 × 12.2mm (diameter × height) | 23.4 × 10.2 × 45.1mm |
| Transmitter Weight | 30g | Approx. 31g | 19.7g excluding clip | Approx. 14g |
| Transmitter Charging Time | Not specified | Not specified | Approx. 1 hour; 80% in 24 minutes | Approx. 1.5 hours |
Receiver
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receiver Type | Dual-channel camera/mobile receiver | Dual-channel camera/mobile receiver | Camera/mobile receiver with OLED touchscreen and dial | Camera receiver plus USB-C receiver |
| Receiver Outputs | 3.5mm analog and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm analog and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm camera output and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio |
| Monitoring Output | 3.5mm receiver output | 3.5mm receiver output supports headphone monitoring modes where configured | 3.5mm headphone output, max 20mW at 1kHz/32Ω | Wireless OWS monitoring and 3.5mm monitoring via receiver/adapter |
| Receiver Battery Life | Up to 7 hours | Up to 7 hours | Up to 11 hours | Approx. 12 hours |
| Receiver Dimensions | 44 × 45.5 × 18.3mm | Not specified | 55.8 × 27.7 × 21mm | Camera RX 54.2 × 22.3 × 29.5mm; USB-C RX 40.7 × 9.1 × 27mm |
| Receiver Weight | 32g | Approx. 35g | 29.8g | Camera RX 24g; USB-C RX 5.9g |
| Receiver Charging Time | Not specified | Not specified | Approx. 1 hour; 80% in 30 minutes | Approx. 1.5 hours |
Connectivity & Compatibility
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connection | 2.4GHz wireless | 2.4GHz wireless | 2.4GHz wireless | 2.4GHz wireless |
| Audio Outputs | 3.5mm TRS/TRRS and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm TRS/TRRS and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio | 3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio |
| USB | USB-C audio, charging and data | USB-C audio, charging and data | USB-C audio, charging and high-speed recording export | USB-C |
| 3.5mm Connection | 3.5mm transmitter input and receiver output | 3.5mm transmitter input and receiver output | Camera output, monitoring output and optional lavalier input adapter | 3.5mm TRS input/output and adapters |
| Camera Compatibility | Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver | Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver | Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver | 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 | Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter | Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter | 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 | Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio | Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio | Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported | Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported | Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported | Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported |
| Direct Device Compatibility | Compatible with RØDE Series IV ecosystem devices where officially supported | Compatible with RØDE Series IV ecosystem devices where officially supported | Direct 48kHz connection to supported Insta360 cameras including Luna Ultra, X5, X4 Air, Ace Pro 2 and GO Ultra | Optional hot-shoe adapter supports specified Sony cameras |
| App Support | RØDE Central, RØDE Connect, RØDE Reporter and RØDE Capture where supported | RØDE Central, RØDE Connect, RØDE Reporter and RØDE Capture where supported | Insta360 app | LarkSound app |
Recording & Controls
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onboard Recording | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz output; 32-bit float / 48kHz onboard | 24-bit / 48kHz; 32-bit float / 48kHz internal recording | 24-bit / 48kHz; 32-bit float / 48kHz internal recording |
| Timecode | No | No | Supported | Supported |
| Safety Track | Supported — secondary channel at reduced gain | Supported | Supported — secondary track at -6dB | Supported |
| Gain Control | 3-stage pad or 10-stage fine gain control | GainAssist plus manual gain control | Automatic clipping prevention and Dynamic Auto Gain Control | Receiver touchscreen/knob and app; automatic gain features |
| Noise Cancellation | No dedicated noise cancellation | No dedicated noise cancellation | Two-level AI noise cancelling | AI noise cancellation with adjustable strength |
| Controls | TX/RX buttons and RØDE Central configuration | TX buttons and RX display/buttons; RØDE Central configuration | TX button/display; RX touchscreen and auxiliary dial; app control | TX buttons; receiver touchscreen/knob; app control |
| Special Recording Features | Onboard backup recording and merged/split output modes | 32-bit float, dual-file recording and merged/split channel modes | Mono/stereo internal recording, four-channel output and 30-minute file segmentation | 32-bit full-chain audio, wireless monitoring and timecode |
| Low-Cut Filter | Not specified | High-pass filter available | 100Hz low-cut option | Not specified |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries | Built-in rechargeable batteries | Built-in rechargeable batteries |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion | Rechargeable lithium-ion | Rechargeable lithium-ion | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours per component | Up to 7 hours per component | TX 10 hours; RX 11 hours | TX 11h; camera RX 12h; up to 36h with case |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C and charging case | USB-C and charging case |
| Fast Charging | Not specified | Not specified | 5 minutes provides about 1.5 hours use | Not specified |
Charging Case
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charging Case | N/A | N/A | N/A | Included |
| Case Battery Capacity | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2000mAh |
| Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles | N/A | N/A | N/A | More than 2.5 full charges for two TX and camera RX |
| Case Charging Time | N/A | N/A | N/A | Approx. 2 hours |
| Case Charging Port | N/A | N/A | N/A | USB-C |
| Case Dimensions | N/A | N/A | N/A | Not specified |
| Case Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | Approx. 136g |
| Case Features | N/A | N/A | N/A | Stores and charges two transmitters and camera receiver |
Design
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mounting / Attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment |
| Special Features | Dual-channel compact wireless system | Locking 3.5mm transmitter inputs and Series IV ecosystem compatibility | Customisable E-Ink transmitter display and multiple directional pickup modes | FocalClear vocal focus, wireless monitoring and skin-friendly coating |
| Operating Temperature | Not specified | Not specified | -10°C to 45°C | -10°C to 55°C |
What's in the Box
| Specification | RODE Wireless GO II | RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 | Insta360 Mic Pro (1 TX + 1 RX) | Hollyland LARK MAX 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What's in the Box | 2 × Wireless GO II transmitters, 1 × receiver, 3 × furry windshields, SC5 3.5mm cable, 3 × USB cables, carry pouch and documentation | 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 | 1 × Mic Pro transmitter, 1 × receiver, mounting accessories, windshield, 3.5mm camera cable, USB-C cable/adapters and documentation | 2 × transmitters, camera receiver, USB-C receiver, charging case, 2 × windscreens, 3.5mm camera cable, USB-C/Lightning cables, USB-C-to-3.5mm adapters, magnetic sleeves/magnets, carrying accessories and documentation |
Specs
RODE Wireless GO II specifications
General
| Brand | RØDE |
|---|---|
| Model | Wireless GO II |
| Announced | February 2021 |
| Type | Camera Wireless Microphone System |
| Microphone System | 2 transmitters + 1 dual-channel receiver |
| Color | Black |
Microphone & Audio
| Microphone Type | Pre-polarised pressure condenser |
|---|---|
| Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz–20kHz |
| Sensitivity | Not specified |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not specified |
| Equivalent Noise | 22dBA |
| Dynamic Range | Not specified |
| Audio Resolution | 24-bit / 48kHz |
| Audio Features | Not specified |
Wireless & Transmission
| Wireless Technology | RØDE Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | 2.4GHz ISM band |
| Transmission Range | Up to 200m line-of-sight |
| Latency | Not specified |
| Encryption | 128-bit encryption |
| Maximum Transmitters | 2 |
| Maximum Receivers / Channels | 1 receiver / 2 channels |
| Wireless Features | Series IV transmission with merged/split channel output |
Transmitter
| Transmitter Microphone | Built-in omnidirectional pre-polarised pressure transducer |
|---|---|
| Transmitter Input | 3.5mm TRS lavalier input |
| Transmitter Recording | Yes — onboard recording |
| Internal Storage / Recording Time | Over 40 hours internal memory per transmitter |
| Transmitter Battery Life | Up to 7 hours |
| Transmitter Charging Time | Not specified |
| Transmitter Dimensions | 44 × 45.3 × 18.3mm |
| Transmitter Weight | 30g |
Receiver
| Receiver Type | Dual-channel camera/mobile receiver |
|---|---|
| Receiver Outputs | 3.5mm analog and USB-C digital audio |
| Monitoring Output | 3.5mm receiver output |
| Receiver Battery Life | Up to 7 hours |
| Receiver Charging Time | Not specified |
| Receiver Dimensions | 44 × 45.5 × 18.3mm |
| Receiver Weight | 32g |
Connectivity & Compatibility
| Connection | 2.4GHz wireless |
|---|---|
| Audio Outputs | 3.5mm TRS/TRRS and USB-C digital audio |
| USB | USB-C audio, charging and data |
| 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 |
Recording & Controls
| Onboard Recording | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | 24-bit / 48kHz |
| Timecode | No |
| Safety Track | Supported — secondary channel at reduced gain |
| Gain Control | 3-stage pad or 10-stage fine gain control |
| Noise Cancellation | No dedicated noise cancellation |
| Low-Cut Filter | Not specified |
| Controls | TX/RX buttons and RØDE Central configuration |
| Special Recording Features | Onboard backup recording and merged/split output modes |
Battery & Charging
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours per component |
| Charging | USB-C |
| Fast Charging | Not specified |
Charging Case
| Charging Case | N/A |
|---|---|
| Case Battery Capacity | N/A |
| Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles | N/A |
| Case Charging Time | N/A |
| Case Charging Port | N/A |
| Case Dimensions | N/A |
| Case Weight | N/A |
| Case Features | N/A |
Design
| Mounting / Attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment |
|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | Not specified |
| Materials | Not specified |
| Operating Temperature | Not specified |
| Special Features | Dual-channel compact wireless system |
What's in the Box
| What's in the Box | 2 × Wireless GO II transmitters, 1 × receiver, 3 × furry windshields, SC5 3.5mm cable, 3 × USB cables, carry pouch and documentation |
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