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title: RØDE Adds Direct Bluetooth Pairing to Wireless GO Gen 3 and Wireless PRO via Free Firmware Update
description: RØDE has expanded its Direct Connect Bluetooth recording feature to the Wireless GO (Gen 3) and Wireless PRO via a free firmware update, enabling direct iPhone recording without a receiver.
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# [RØDE Adds Direct Bluetooth Pairing to Wireless GO Gen 3 and Wireless PRO via Free Firmware Update](https://www.redsharknews.com/rode-direct-connect-wireless-go-gen3-wireless-pro-firmware)

 Written by [Kate Large](https://www.redsharknews.com/author/kate-large) | Feb 18, 2026 8:02:58 AM

RØDE has released a free firmware update that extends its Bluetooth-based Direct Connect technology from the Wireless Micro mic to the Wireless GO (Gen 3) and Wireless PRO.

RØDE's Direct Connect is a useful capability that allows users to connect mics directly to iOS devices via the RØDE Capture app without the need for a physical receiver. It was launched last year with the [Wireless Micro](https://www.redsharknews.com/rodes-wireless-micro-is-the-companys-smallest-wireless-mic-to-date) and has proven popular as it eliminates the need for any additional connectivity hardware or accessories, not only streamlining mobile setups but making them more cost-effective too.

It has now been extended to the Wireless GO (Gen 3) and [Wireless PRO](https://www.redsharknews.com/røde-claims-most-powerful-wireless-mic-ever-with-new-wireless-pro) mics via a free firmware update. This is all part of a spirited response from RØDE to growing competition from a new generation of Chinese manufacturers such as DJI into its wireless mic space. This also saw the Australian company [permanently drop prices of the mics](https://www.redsharknews.com/rode-wireless-mic-price-cuts) by 33% and 25% respectively last year.

Working through the RØDE Capture app opens up some interesting workflows. In merged mode, for instance, audio from both transmitters is combined into a single, ready-to-publish stereo track. In split mode, meanwhile, each transmitter is recorded to a separate channel for greater flexibility in post-production. In-app output gain control also makes it easy to adjust recording levels on the fly for what RØDE says are consistently balanced results.

## Pricing and Availability 

RØDE’s Wireless GO (Gen 3) and Wireless PRO ship worldwide. The Wireless GO (Gen 3) is available to purchase in a range of colorways for $199, while the Wireless PRO can be purchased for $299. 

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