RODE Wireless GO II Beginners Guide - Start Here

This is everything you need to know to learn how to use the Rode Wireless Go II. This video breaks down all the functions and how to access everything on the Transmitter and Receiver. I also go into workflow and how to use Rode Central.

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00:00 - RODE WIRELESS GO II
00:47 - Why Use This System
02:32 - Section 1: Gear Breakdown
03:58 - Button Layout
06:32 - Furry Wind Shields
08:41 - How Rode Go II Works
10:35 - Pairing the Transmitter to Receiver
11:31 - Section 2: Buttons & Functionality
12:24 - Pairing
13:13 - Connecting to Camera
15:08 - Battery Life
16:04 - Receiver Breakdown
19:09 - Transmitter Breakdown
19:53 - Split VS Merged Recording
23:13 - Safety Channel
25:03 - Muting
27:00 - Gain Control
32:41 - Low Sensitivity Mode
43:56 - Workflow and Backups

[JonathanTeixeira]

This is all the information that RODE should have included in the box. They should be paying you for this. SO HELPFUL!

[Virtuesmedia]

Im not even finished watching your video and this might be the best tutorial I have ever watched. I am a photographer and a videographer and I have watched a TON. From your clear visuals to your expert explanations of the gear, this was an OUTSTANDING review. Thank you!

[petercorbett]

I just bought a Rode Wireless Go II and i've now got a brilliant understanding of how to use it. One of the best video guides i've seen, keep them coming.

[PiedmontCommunityChurch]

God bless you, man. After spending 8 seconds on the RODE instruction sheet and learning nothing, I spent most of the day learning everything there is to know about this powerful device - thanks to you. I'm not sure how anyone could use these mics correctly without watching your instructional video. Well done, and thank you.

[dreaminanut]

Your video is really a lifesaver for someone like me who has close to zero idea of how microphones and audio recording actually work. Excellent demonstration and explanation!

[IanConnel]

28:30 Adjust levels on the rode, but monitor on the camera. This detail is huge. Thank you for making this video! If you do shorts, this would be a good one.

[WickedBarberoYT]

I just bought the Rode Wireless Go 2 today and I am so happy I came accross your video and your amazing tutorial. This is probably one of the best tutorials that I have seen on YouTube. You are very thorough with tour explanation and it helped me a lot. I was actually kind of upset when I bought it for my content production because I have heard great things about the product but I had no idea how it worked or how to use it. If it was not for your video I would have been so lost. Please continue to make great tutorials like this, were we can all benefit from. You are amazing 🙏

[DrRajatSinha]

I must've watched at least 50+ Trainings on the Rode Wireless Go2 - and Not Only is this the ABSOLUTE BEST Training, delivered in a short, succinct format - I believe this Training will help ANY newbie dealing with cameras and mic's to get a CLEAR UNDERSTANDING of the Audio-variables involved in a camera/mic setup.
This should be made mandatory in every Creative University, the Understanding of the Basic Principles is so deep, with so much clarity!!
Thanks a MILLION, Jeven - You Rock!!

[stevey]

Couldn't be a more professional, thorough, just absolutely well-done video.

[diogoevaristo]

Watched this in 2023 and man...unbelievable tutorial. I just became an audio expert :D

[dignon]

I know this video is a year old, but many still watch it. Two things:

1. Rode updated so that you can batch export backup files from Rode Central app. Life is way better.

2. The transmitter CONTINUES to record even after receiver is turned off. Not sure if that new, but I verified that today. I recorded to H6, let a dialogue going while I turned off the H6, unplugged the Rode receiver and then powered it off. I then continued talking for awhile to see. When I plugged the transmitter into Rode Central, all of the dialogue was there, even after the receiver was powered off.

[IsomPhilips]

The thing that convinced me to sell my Wireless GO I and get the II is the USB-C connectivity to my MacBook Pro and to my iPhone with the SC-15 cable. Great video! Super detailed

[_The_Traveler_]

Your channel features some of the highest quality tutorials I've seen. Your pace is easy to follow, you speak clearly and in terms that are easy to understand, you don't assume that the viewer knows anything and don't leave details to the imagination, you even create scenarios that the user will encounter to help us understand why a feature is useful and what for etc.

If someone can't figure out _exactly_ how to operate something after watching one of your tutorials, I honestly don't know if they'll ever get it lol.

[GravelHerault]

This is by far the most informative available guide for this device. Kudos!

[BabyBackManiac]

This was incredibly clear and thorough. Thank you for putting in the time on this. It helped me a lot.

[dmitry.sandakov]

Probably the most clear and comprehensive guide on Rode Go 2 on YouTube. Thank you!

[johnheiser]

Hi Jeven, greatings from Australia. I bought the system yesterday and am studying a video editing course at night school. Thanks for such a comprehensive tutorial. Easy to follow. I have saved so I can watch over and over again so it all sinks in. Cheers mate - well done.

[manyear]

Thank you so much for this super in depth breakdown man. I'm a rookie here and have a great documentary i'm trying to work on and just got these to record the audio. This helped me so so much man. I'm really greatful.

Tough doing it all on your own with just your middle America budget, but I got these and a gimble so it's getting there!

If anyone is ever interested, i'm working on something i'm proud of... weight loss journey and sustainability, including all the ups and downs because there are plenty of both.

[TrueMobster]

Very helpful in-depth video, thanks man!

[danielcohen]

This is an insanely good tutorial. As someone who use the RWG II for the odd job here and there, I need a refresher each time. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.