Rode MiCon 5 – Adapter for Mini Microphones with XLR Connector
The Rode MiCon 5 adapter allows you to connect mini microphones from the MiCon series to professional XLR inputs. It requires 48V phantom power and transmits audio signals in stereo.
Compact design: ideal for mobile recordings and space-saving setups on the go
XLR output (male): direct connection to mixing consoles, audio interfaces and recorders
48V phantom power: no separate power supply needed – uses the existing power from the microphone input
Stereo transmission: full sound quality for detailed recordings
Compatible with Rode mini microphones: seamless integration and reliable signal transmission
What makes the Rode MiCon 5 stand out
The MiCon 5 connects the flexible MiCon interface to the universal XLR standard. This allows compact Rode microphones like the Lavalier Go or the VideoMicro to be integrated into professional audio environments without signal loss. The build is robust and designed for daily use.
Ideal for...
Podcasters, video journalists, YouTubers and musicians who want to make high-quality audio recordings with compact microphones. The adapter is particularly suitable for mobile recording setups and live streams where flexibility and sound quality are key.
How to use the Rode MiCon 5
Insert the MiCon connector of the microphone into the socket of the adapter (side B). Then connect the XLR connector (side A) to a microphone input that provides 48V phantom power. The adapter requires no additional software or drivers – it works plug-and-play.
Rode is an Australian manufacturer of professional audio products, particularly microphones and accessories. The brand is known for high-quality condenser microphones such as the NT1-A and the VideoMic. Rode products are used worldwide by podcasters, filmmakers and musicians.
The Rode MiCon 5 is an adapter that connects mini microphones with a MiCon connector (side B) to an XLR input (side A). It requires 48V phantom power and transmits stereo audio signals.
The adapter is compatible with Rode mini microphones that have a MiCon connector – for example the Rode Lavalier Go, the Rode VideoMicro or the Rode VideoMic GO. It does not work with microphones that have a different connector.
No, the adapter does not require a separate power supply. It draws the necessary 48V phantom power directly via the XLR cable from the connected mixer, audio interface or recorder.
You can connect the adapter to any audio device with an XLR input (female) and 48V phantom power – typically mixing consoles, audio interfaces, field recorders and cameras with XLR input.
Rode offers a 24-month manufacturer's warranty on the MiCon 5 adapter. It covers material and manufacturing defects.
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