RODE Microphone Wireless GO Gen 3 Cobalt camera accessory
Compact wireless microphone system captures broadcast-quality audio up to 260 metres with 32-bit float backup and 128-bit encryption
- Professional audio clarity with 20 Hz to 20 kHz capture
- Reliable wireless freedom up to 260 m line of sight
- Uninterrupted shooting with 7 hour rechargeable battery
- Secure 128 bit encrypted 2.4 GHz digital transmission
- Clipping protection via 32 bit float 40 hour onboard recording
RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 Cobalt
The RODE Wireless GO Gen 3 Cobalt is a compact camera accessory designed for creators who need professional wireless audio. It uses a pre-polarized pressure transducer with an omnidirectional pattern to capture sound across a 20 Hz - 20 kHz range. The system operates on Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission with 128-bit encryption for secure, stable connectivity.
Sustained recording reliability
Each transmitter provides over 40 hours of 32-bit float on-board recording as a continuous safety backup during long sessions. The in-built rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 7 hours of continuous operation per charge. Intelligent GainAssist technology automatically manages levels to prevent clipping without manual adjustment throughout the shoot.
Upgrade from earlier wireless kits
This third-generation system replaces older wireless microphones that lack 32-bit float backup and intelligent gain control. The jump is worth it for creators who have lost takes to clipping or need the security of local recording on every transmitter. It is not suited for buyers who require more than two channels or need specialised lavalier microphones not included here.
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- Price $152.99
- Pricier than about 82% of the 2,266 comparable items (median $39.99).
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How much heat or noise does the Wireless GO Gen 3 Cobalt produce during a full day of recording?
The transmitter and receiver run on internal lithium-ion batteries with no moving parts, so they generate negligible heat and operate silently during extended sessions.
What must I already own to use the Wireless GO Gen 3 Cobalt for recording?
You need a camera, recorder or mobile device with an analogue microphone input or USB audio interface to connect the receiver, plus a way to monitor audio via the receiver's headphone output.
Will the Wireless GO Gen 3 Cobalt work alongside my older 2.4 GHz wireless gear without interference?
Its Series IV 2.4 GHz digital transmission uses 128-bit encryption and a proprietary codec designed for stable coexistence with other 2.4 GHz devices in the same environment.
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