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RØDE UNIFY
Sydney, Australia
What it is
RØDE UNIFY is free virtual mixing software for streamers and content creators on Windows and macOS. It routes, mixes, processes and records audio, combining up to four microphones with six virtual audio devices, including Spotify, Discord and gameplay. Independent sub-mixes can be prepared for different outputs, and UNIFY can send audio directly to OBS. Recording saves each track as a separate audio file for multichannel post-production. Processing options include a compressor, noise gate, high-pass filters, equalization and APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom processing. Advanced DSP processing is available only with RØDE USB-C microphones. With compatible RØDE microphones, processing can run on a DSP chip to reduce CPU load and provide zero-latency headphone monitoring. The app requires Windows 10 or later or macOS 12 Monterey or later. RØDE lists compatibility with products including NT-USB Mini, NT-USB+, NT1 5th Gen, VideoMic GO II, Wireless PRO, PodMic USB and XCM-50. Support materials cover setup, routing, sub-mixes, recording and troubleshooting.
For and against
For
- Mixes up to four microphones and six virtual sources.
- Provides independent sub-mixes for different outputs.
- Records each track as a separate file.
- Can send audio directly to OBS.
Against
- Advanced DSP requires RØDE USB-C microphones.
- Requires Windows 10 or later or macOS 12 Monterey or later.
- Zero-latency monitoring is listed for compatible RØDE microphones.
The verdict
UNIFY combines audio routing, mixing, processing and multitrack recording for creator workflows. Check the operating-system requirements and microphone compatibility, especially if advanced DSP processing is important.
Who it suits
UNIFY suits Twitch streamers, YouTubers and other content creators who need to route and mix microphones with virtual audio sources. Its separate-track recording may also suit creators preparing audio for multichannel post-production.
Plans and prices
Free with RØDE X microphone
RØDE X microphone required for included licence · Windows/macOS desktop software
Read 15 Oct 2026 · rode.com
Monthly subscription
For users without a RØDE X microphone · historical price reported November 2022
Read 15 Oct 2026 · provideocoalition.com
Annual subscription
For users without a RØDE X microphone · historical price reported November 2022
Read 15 Oct 2026 · provideocoalition.com
Free
free UNIFY streaming software · compatible with RØDE X microphones
Read 1 Oct 2026 · rode.com
On the record
- API and SDK availability
- The official support index lists user-operation articles but does not list a public API, SDK or developer documentation.help.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Audio processing
- Processing controls include a compressor, noise gate, high-pass filtering and APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom effects.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Audio routing
- The support guide describes assigning applications to named virtual channels and sending the Stream Input device to streaming software.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Audio sources
- UNIFY can mix up to four microphones and six virtual audio devices, including sources such as Spotify, Discord and gameplay.rode.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Company founding
- LinkedIn lists RØDE as founded in 1967.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company headquarters and size
- LinkedIn lists headquarters in Silverwater, New South Wales and a company size of 201–500 employees.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company ownership
- LinkedIn describes RØDE as wholly Australian-owned, with product design and most manufacturing in Sydney.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company status
- LinkedIn identifies RØDE as privately held and operating in computers and electronics manufacturing.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- RØDE lists compatibility with NT-USB Mini, NT-USB+, NT1 5th Gen, VideoMic NTG, AI-Micro, VideoMic GO II, Wireless GO II, Wireless ME, Wireless PRO, PodMic USB, XDM-100 and XCM-50.help.rode.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Current release
- RØDE's release notes list UNIFY version 1.3.47, released January 12, 2026.update.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Current version
- RØDE's software table lists UNIFY version 1.3.47.help.rode.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Documented support
- The support index includes articles for virtual-channel setup, OBS and Discord, submixes, output devices, recording, crash troubleshooting and uninstalling.help.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- DSP limitation
- RØDE states that advanced DSP is available only with its USB-C microphones.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Hardware DSP
- Compatible RØDE microphones can perform processing on an onboard DSP chip, reducing computer load and enabling zero-latency headphone monitoring.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Independent mixes
- UNIFY provides independent sub-mixes for different outputs.rode.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Independent submixes
- Users can create separate mixes for outputs such as a stream, headphones and chat.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- UNIFY can output directly to OBS and supports audio sources such as Spotify, Discord and gameplay.rode.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Integration with OBS and Discord
- RØDE provides a dedicated support article explaining UNIFY use with OBS and Discord.help.rode.com · read 15 Oct 2026
