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Rode

RØDE is the microphone and creator-audio business of Sydney-based Freedman Electronics, whose history begins in 1967.

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01 / Buying facts

What you can check.

Warranty & support

RØDE hardware other than software has a one-year limited warranty; selected products can extend to two, five or ten years after registration, and a small named group can extend for the product lifetime. The authorised-dealer rule, product list and local consumer law apply.

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History on record

1967 — RØDE dates its story to the opening of parent company Freedman Electronics in Sydney

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02 / Company & ownership

Behind the brand.

RØDE is the microphone and creator-audio business of Sydney-based Freedman Electronics, whose history begins in 1967. Its range spans XLR, USB and dual-connect studio or broadcast microphones plus wireless systems; shoppers should check interface, phantom-power, mobile compatibility, required apps, radio-system compatibility and included cables.

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03 / Product guide

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Categories in our shortlist

Microphones

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What is still unknown?

We do not yet have documented answers for these parts of Rode’s profile. Missing evidence is not a negative finding about the brand.

  • Company timeline
  • Design location
  • Manufacturing by product line
  • In-house and outsourced work

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