RØDE's NAB reveal
- RØDE unveiled new microphones and software it billed as 'world‑leading' ahead of NAB 2026. (radioinfo.asia) - The company said the products aim to evolve professional audio and creator workflows at scale. (radioinfo.asia) - The reveal aligns with NAB's theme of integrated audio, camera, and cloud production toolchains. (insideradio.com) (radioinfo.asia)
RØDE used the run-up to the 2026 NAB Show to roll out a new microphone platform, a wireless system and creator software in Las Vegas. (radioinfo.asia) The centerpiece is Sonaura, a studio-grade MEMS microphone platform built with Infineon Technologies after a five-year collaboration, according to RØDE’s announcement carried by trade outlets. MEMS stands for micro-electro-mechanical systems: tiny chip-based parts that turn sound into electrical signals. (integratormedia.com) RØDE said Sonaura posts an 83 decibel signal-to-noise ratio, 11 dBA self-noise and fits into a 4 millimeter by 5 millimeter package. The company said that combination is meant to deliver broadcast-grade sound in a smaller, tougher format than traditional pro microphone designs. (integratormedia.com) Alongside Sonaura, RØDE introduced RØDELink II, a professional ultra high frequency wireless microphone system, plus the LPA1 low-profile studio arm, the DS3 desktop studio arm and the PodMic Flag branding accessory. It also announced RØDECaster Studio, a podcast app developed by its artificial intelligence lab. (radioinfo.asia) The timing fits the 2026 NAB Show agenda. The National Association of Broadcasters said this year’s event in Las Vegas runs April 18-22, with exhibits April 19-22, and centers on AI, the creator economy, streaming and cloud tools. (nab.org) That broader shift is about bundling hardware and software into one workflow instead of selling a standalone microphone or mixer. RØDE already pitches apps such as RØDE Central for device setup and firmware updates, and RØDE Connect for recording, mixing and streaming up to four guests from one computer. (rode.com 1) (rode.com 2) RØDE said it is showing the new lineup with recent releases including the RØDECaster Video S and RØDECaster Video Core at booth C9316 in Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company’s website is also now promoting “RØDE Sonaura” and its newer video-first RØDECaster products on the home page. (radioinfo.asia) (rode.com) NAB’s own preview said more than 1,100 exhibitors and about 550 sessions were expected this year, with cloud-based workflows and creator tools high on the agenda. RØDE’s bet is that buyers now want one stack that covers capture, routing, recording and publishing, not just a mic at the front end. (insideaudiomarketing.com)
