SC16 Short USB-C to USB-C Cable 1ft (30cm)
The SC16 is a high-quality, 300mm-long USB-C to USB-C cable designed to connect microphones with a USB-C output to compatible USB-C equipped devices. It features an in-built cable grip that is compatible with the VideoMic NTG shock mount cable management system and is particularly suitable for connecting the VideoMic NTG to USB-C mobile devices. It is also compatible with a range of RØDE products, including the Wireless GO II II and NT-USB Mini.
Our Review
RØDE SC16 USB-C Cable — A Clean Desk and Clean Audio for Remote Work Setups
The gist: A short, right-angle USB-C cable engineered for RØDE microphones — a practical accessory that removes cable clutter from a home studio or co-working desk setup.
- 30cm “just enough” length: Sized for mic-to-laptop runs without excess cable pooling on your desk — keeps your video call and podcast setup looking tidy on camera.
- Right-angle plug: The 90° USB-C connector lies flat against a laptop port, reducing port stress during long recording sessions and preventing accidental disconnects when adjusting your setup.
- Strain relief sleeves: Reinforced connectors at both ends protect against daily plug-unplug wear — built for the repeated connection cycles of a remote work routine, not occasional studio use.
- Multi-device RØDE compatibility: Works across VideoMic NTG, NT-USB Mini, Wireless GO II, and RØDECaster Pro — one cable upgrade for your whole RØDE ecosystem.
B&H Photo describes the SC16 as manufactured “to the highest tolerances” with “rugged connectors and strain relief sleeves for years of reliable use,” making it a durable infrastructure choice for a permanent remote desk.
Best for: Remote workers and podcasters who run RØDE USB-C mics into a laptop and want a tidy, port-safe cable that won’t need replacing every few months. Skip it if: your mic uses a 3.5mm or XLR connection — the SC16 is USB-C only. Runs around $13 — check the current price before buying.
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