21/04/2026
At this year’s NAB Show in Las Vegas, RØDE unveiled a major evolution in professional audio and creative workflows, introducing a suite of new products, technologies and software designed to shape the future of content creation. Central to the announcement was Sonaura, a next-generation, studio-grade MEMS microphone technology set to underpin upcoming professional solutions. The company also revealed the RØDELink II UHF wireless system, the first to harness this breakthrough, alongside a lineup of new studio accessories including the LPA1, DS3 and PodMic Flag, as well as the RØDECaster Studio, developed by its UK-based AI lab. Further strengthening its comprehensive ecosystem for creators.
Let’s take a closer look at all the announcements and all the new things RØDE has in store for us
A new era for audio capture has arrived with Sonaura, a breakthrough studio-grade MEMS
microphone technology. Sonaura combines RØDE’s industry-leading audio engineering with cutting edge semiconductor expertise to fundamentally redefine how professional audio is captured.
Sonaura represents the next frontier in professional audio technology, delivering exceptional sound fidelity, precision and durability in an ultra-compact 4mm x 5mm form factor. Engineered to the high standards of RØDE, it introduces a new class of MEMS microphone performance with outstanding signal clarity, enhanced resilience and versatile applications, making it an ideal solution for content creators, broadcasters and audio professionals across every discipline.
“What we’ve achieved with Sonaura was once considered impossible. We have always been relentless in our pursuit of
delivering the highest quality audio, and Sonaura is not only proof of that unwavering commitment,
but a testament to RØDE’s ethos of shattering barriers and crushing conventions. We’ve created a
foundational audio platform on which the future of sound will be built, wholly revolutionising
recording technology as we know it.” – Freedman Group Founder and Chairman Peter Freedman AM
With an industry-leading 83dB signal-to-noise ratio and ultra-low self-noise of just 11dBA, Sonaura delivers outstanding clarity and true broadcast-grade sound, while offering greater durability than traditional professional microphone technologies. Measuring just 4mm x 5mm and powered by a low-noise ASIC, Sonaura pushes beyond traditional audio design limits, delivering high-end performance in an ultra-compact size. This enables easy integration into devices where quality audio was not possible before, opening new opportunities for broadcasting, filmmaking and content creation.
Sonaura will make its debut across select next-generation products within the RØDE and wider Freedman Group lineup, beginning with the L1 lavalier microphone from Freedman Group company Lectrosonics. These launches mark the first step in a broader rollout of the Sonaura platform, bringing its studio-grade performance to professional wireless, broadcast and production environments.
Learn more about Sonaura technology https://rode.com/about/sonaura
RØDELink II is a next-generation wireless mic system built for creators who need clear, reliable audio. Using advanced UHF technology and expertise from Lectrosonics, it delivers strong sound quality, long range and stable performance, even in busy environments. It also includes two transmitters, making it easy to record more than one person at the same time.It features 32-bit float recording, so your audio stays clean no matter how loud or quiet it is, plus timecode support for easy syncing with video. With a durable design and long battery life, it is made for professional use on the go.
Built for professional use, RØDELink II UHF has a strong metal body designed to handle tough location shoots. It comes with three removable lithium-ion batteries for longer recording time, plus a full accessory kit in a premium travel case, making it a complete solution for production work.
Alongside it, a new range of timecode and audio cables is also launching to improve connectivity for creators and filmmakers. These include TRS to 5-pin and TRS to BNC timecode cables, as well as TRS to XLRM and XLR splitter options, all built for secure connections, durability and reliable performance on set.
The LPA1 expands RØDE’s studio ecosystem with a low-profile design that stays out of camera view while keeping microphones perfectly positioned for recording, streaming and broadcast setups.
Key features include:
Designed for precision, flexibility and a tidy on-screen look, it gives creators a professional, clutter-free workflow.
The DS3 is a compact desktop arm designed for precise positioning and stable support for microphones, cameras, phones, lights and other accessories.
Key features include:
Built for modern creators, it combines flexibility, stability and a clean, professional design for any desktop setup.
Designed specifically for the RØDE PodMic, this customisable microphone flag allows users to display their logo or artwork with a refined, broadcast-ready finish.Precision-engineered to integrate flawlessly with the WS14 pop filter, the PodMic Flag preserves the PodMic’s sleek silhouette while adding a distinctive branded element. Its durable construction ensures a secure, reliable fit, making it ideal for video podcasts, livestreams and professional studio productions where presentation matters as much as performance. Creators can design, download and print their own artwork, enabling a streamlined, accessible path to personalised studio branding. The wrap-around sticker format applies smoothly for a polished result, delivering a crisp, professional aesthetic that elevates any on-screen setup.
Following extensive user demand, RØDE Capture, the intuitive video and audio recording phone application, will soon be available on Android, expanding its reach beyond iOS for the first time. Designed to deliver professional-quality video and audio with ease, RØDE Capture has become an essential tool for on-the-go creators, with this highly anticipated expansion set to make it accessible to more users around the world.
The Android release of RØDE Capture brings advanced mobile recording tools to more devices, including:
The expansion keeps the same feature set as iOS, making professional mobile content creation more flexible and efficient across platforms.
RØDECaster Studio is a new desktop application from RØDE designed to simplify how podcasters and creators edit, refine and publish spoken-word content, using advanced AI tools developed by its UK AI Lab.
Key features include:
Creators can also generate summaries, highlight reels and multiple edit versions from a single recording while keeping the original file intact, making post-production faster and more flexible than ever.
RØDECaster Studio is now available for Beta testing. Follow this link to secure your spot.
