- Rode releases a free firmware update for Wireless Go Gen 3 and Wireless Pro.
- The update adds Direct Connect for Bluetooth pairing with iPhone and iPad.
- Users can record via Rode Capture without a receiver or cable.
- Merged and split recording modes offer flexible post production control.
Rode has rolled out a free firmware update that significantly expands the capabilities of its Wireless Go Gen 3 and Wireless Pro systems.
The headline feature is Direct Connect, a tool that allows the transmitters to pair straight to an iPhone or iPad over Bluetooth. No receiver. No cable. No extra hardware hanging off your phone.
If that sounds familiar, it is because Direct Connect debuted on the newer Wireless Micro in 2024. Now Rode has brought the same functionality to its more advanced and previously pricier kits.
For creators already invested in the Wireless Go Gen 3 or Wireless Pro, this update lands as a welcome upgrade rather than a sales pitch.
Using Rode Capture on iOS, users can now record what the company describes as broadcast quality audio directly into their Apple device.
The workflow is streamlined and practical, especially for vloggers, mobile journalists and social creators who want to keep their setup light and unobtrusive.
How Direct Connect works in real world use
Once the firmware is installed, the transmitter pairs directly with an iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth. You open the Rode Capture app and start recording. That is the core appeal. It removes the need to attach the receiver to your phone, which in turn eliminates the need for cables and adapters.
The flexibility does not stop there. Rode offers two recording modes when using dual transmitters. In merged mode, both mics are combined into a single stereo file. This is ideal for quick edits or live style content where minimal post production is needed.
In split mode, each transmitter records to its own track. That gives you more control during editing, allowing you to balance voices or clean up one channel without affecting the other.
Single transmitter setups are equally simple. You can record a clean mono track straight into your device, making this update just as relevant for solo creators as it is for interview setups.
The appeal here is mobility. Removing the receiver simplifies rigging. If you are filming on a handheld gimbal, a compact tripod or even just holding your phone, fewer components mean less weight and fewer failure points.
Why this matters for mobile creators
Rode has been steadily building a reputation for listening to its user base. Extending Direct Connect to the Wireless Go Gen 3 and Wireless Pro feels like a response to real demand rather than a marketing move.
Damien Wilson, Rode CEO, points to the success of Direct Connect on the Wireless Micro as proof that creators value wireless freedom. That freedom is not just about ditching cables. It is about speed. If you can power on, pair and record in seconds, you are more likely to capture spontaneous moments.
This update also lands at a time when both the Wireless Go Gen 3 and Wireless Pro have seen price reductions. That combination of lower entry cost and expanded functionality strengthens their value proposition. For anyone who was considering upgrading or switching systems, the timing is smart.
It is also worth noting that while Bluetooth audio can sometimes raise concerns about latency or compression, Rode is clearly confident in the quality on offer. The phrase broadcast quality is not used lightly.
For many social platforms and even professional mobile productions, the quality will be more than sufficient.
A smarter ecosystem rather than a new product push
What stands out most about this release is that Rode did not introduce new hardware. Instead, it improved what users already own. In a market that often pushes creators toward constant upgrades, that approach feels refreshingly user focused.
Direct Connect effectively narrows the gap between Rode’s entry level and higher tier systems. The Wireless Go Gen 3 and Wireless Pro still offer additional features beyond what the Wireless Micro delivers, but now they share one of its most convenient capabilities.
For existing owners, the process is straightforward. Download the firmware update, install it and pair with your Apple device. No new purchase required. For newcomers, the decision between Rode’s wireless systems just became more interesting.
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