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RODE AI-Micro USB-C Audio Interface

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RODE AI-Micro USB-C Audio Interface
Key Features
  • Podcasters, Interviewers, Content Makers
  • Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
  • 2 Auto-Sensing 3.5mm TRS/TRRS Mic Inputs
  • 1 Headphone Output
Swiftly record two-person interviews, podcasts, and vlogs straight to your smartphone, tablet, or computer with the RODE AI-Micro ultracompact audio interface and your trusty 3.5mm equipped microphones. Pocket friendly and bus powered, the AI-Micro is perfect for keeping your setup small and simple while maintaining quality, and enjoying convenient optimization and expanded functionality through Rode's suite of popular apps.
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RODE AI-MICRO Overview

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Swiftly record two-person interviews, podcasts, and vlogs straight to your smartphone, tablet, or computer with the RODE AI-Micro ultracompact audio interface and your trusty 3.5mm equipped microphones. Pocket friendly and bus powered, the AI-Micro is perfect for keeping your setup small and simple while maintaining quality, and enjoying convenient optimization and expanded functionality through Rode's suite of popular apps.

The interface's two mic inputs are auto-sensing jacks, allowing them to accept signal from a broad range of TRS/TRRS microphones without needing additional adapters. Monitor the live signal or playback via the built-in, zero-latency headphone port, and connect to virtually any mobile device or computer with the supplied USB Type-C, USB Type-A, and Lightning cables.

Record Two Mics at Once
With two mini-jack mic inputs and a USB Type-C output, the AI-Micro lets you simultaneously record two mics to your computer or mobile device at up to 24-bit / 48 kHz digital resolution. It's ideal for interviews, podcasts, live streaming, and more. Alternatively, input 1 can be configured as a single stereo TRS input for use with stereo microphones.
Auto-Sensing Inputs
The two 3.5mm inputs are auto sensing and detect whether a TRS or TRRS microphone is connected, automatically switching to accommodate a wide variety of separately available mics such as the SmartLav+, Lavalier GO, RODELink Lav, any VideoMic with 3.5mm outputs, and more.
Built-In Headphone Output
The AI-Micro also features a high-quality 3.5mm headphone output for zero-latency audio monitoring and playback.
Universal Connectivity
Thanks to the supplied cables, the AI-Micro can connect seamlessly to USB Type-A, USB Type-C, and Lightning devices. Use it with your Mac/Windows computer, iPhone, iPad, or Android smartphone/tablet.
App Support
It is compatible with the Rode app suite including Rode Central, Rode Connect, and Rode Reporter, for accessing expanded features and functionality, on-the-go configuration, and broadcast-quality recording on any device.
Ultracompact and Portable
Easily held in the palm of your hand or tucked away in your pocket, the AI-Micro boasts an exceptionally small footprint. Plus, it is bus powered, so you never have to worry about swapping batteries or recharging it.
UPC: 698813007530

RODE AI-MICRO Specs

Key Specs
Channels of I/O
2 Inputs / 2 Outputs
Maximum Sampling Rate
48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
2
Analog Audio I/O
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Mic Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection
1x USB-C (Class-Compliant)
Power Requirements
USB Bus Power
General
Display
No
Channels of I/O
2 Inputs / 2 Outputs
Built-In DSP
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
2
Built-In Microphone
No
Input Level Adjustment
2x via Software
Signal Processing
Pad
No
Gain/Trim Range
-24 to 0 dB
High-Pass Filter
75 to 150 Hz (via Software)
Solo/Mute
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Mic Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Phantom Power
No
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection / USB
1x USB-C (Class-Compliant)
Host Connection Protocol
Not Specified by Manufacturer
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Headphone Output Power
125 mW into 32 Ohms
Dynamic Range
100 dB (A-Weighted)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 / 48 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion
No
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Latency
Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring
Sync Sources
Internal
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
macOS 11 or Later / Windows 10 or Later
Mobile Device Compatibility
iPad
iPhone
Android Smartphone
Android Tablet
Required Hardware
Available Lightning Port, USB-A Port, or USB-C Port
Power
Power Requirements
USB Bus Power
Physical
Dimensions
1.6 x 1.5 x 0.4" / 40 x 38.2 x 11.1 mm
Weight
0.5 oz / 13.0 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.5 x 3.3 x 1.6"

RODE AI-MICRO Reviews

Great Quality Audio In A Tiny Package

By Chris
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-12-07

This Works Great Paired With One Of My Rode Lavs. I Didn't Want To Hook Up The Massive Rode Tx/rx Pair Just To Record Audio To My Phone, And This Comes In Handy. It Doesn't Have A Clip, So I Took One Of My Old Busted Lav Clips And Placed It On The Usb Cable (get A Longer Usb Cable By The Way If You Plan To Hold Your Phone While Connected), So I Could Attach It To My Pants Pocket. The Only Downside Is This Is Only Useful If You Will Be Carrying Your Phone Around. If You Mount It To Record While You Move Away From It, You'll Want A Different Solution Like The DJI Mic.

Great for audio recording

By Carol
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-10

I use this for stereo audio input to phone recorded video that requires high quality audio - and it works great! Allows for voice audio mixing from second input too

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