Introduction:
The Rode RODECaster Pro is a helpful tool for people who make podcasts. It helps you make your podcasts sound really good without needing lots of different equipment. Let’s take a close look at what it can do and how easy it is to use.
Design and Build:
- Sturdy and compact design.
- Intuitive layout with easy to access controls.
- High-quality build ensuring durability.
Functionality:
Mix sound from four mics at once, easily connect via Bluetooth for calls and streaming, use built-in effects for better quality, and choose how you record with SD cards or a computer.
Audio Quality:
- Clear sound with less noise.
- Change settings for your preferred sound.
- Built-in tools to improve your final audio.
Usability:
- User-friendly interface suitable for beginners and professionals.
- Straightforward setup and operation.
- Intuitive touchscreen for convenient control.
Pros:
- A podcasting tool that does it all.
- Great sound and lots of ways to customize.
- Easy to connect and record with different options.
- Simple to use for making podcasts smoothly.
Cons:
- Relatively high price point.
- Limited portability due to size and weight.
Conclusion:
The Rode RODECaster Pro is a fantastic tool made for podcasters and creators. It’s simple to use and has everything you need in a single device. Although it costs a bit more and isn’t extremely portable, its excellent sound and helpful features are ideal for professionals aiming for top sound in their podcasts.
Holly Starks –
I recently upgraded my podcast setup with the Rode RODECaster Pro, and wow, what a difference it makes! Straight out of the box, the setup was simple, with an intuitive interface that didn’t leave me scrambling through a manual. It feels sturdy and well-built, like it’s ready to handle countless recording sessions.
The sound quality? Exceptional. It brings a level of professionalism to my podcasts that I didn’t even know I was missing. The preamps are clean, and the audio processing features save me hours of post-editing. The pads for sound effects and jingles are not only fun but add a dynamic layer to the recording process.
Also, the Bluetooth connectivity feature is a lifesaver for including phone calls seamlessly into the podcast. All these features packed into a compact, stylish piece of tech that fits perfectly on my desk.
For anyone serious about podcasting, the Rode RODECaster Pro is a no-brainer investment. It’s changed my podcasting game for the better!
S. Rowland –
Il RØDECaster Pro II è senza dubbio la soluzione audio “tutto in uno” più potente che abbia mai incontrato nel mondo dei podcast, dello streaming, del gaming, della produzione musicale e della creazione di contenuti. È una vera e propria centralina di produzione audio che offre una qualità da studio professionale e funzionalità rivoluzionarie, il tutto con un’interfaccia incredibilmente user-friendly che mette la creatività al primo posto.
Una delle caratteristiche che mi ha impressionato di più sono i quattro ingressi combo con preamplificatori Revolution. Questi preamplificatori offrono un audio cristallino con bassissimo rumore e alto guadagno, garantendo che le vostre registrazioni siano sempre di alta qualità. Inoltre, con i doppi canali USB e Bluetooth, potete facilmente collegare computer, smartphone, tablet e altri dispositivi, consentendo una flessibilità senza pari nelle vostre sessioni di registrazione.
Ma la vera stella dello spettacolo sono gli otto pad SMART completamente personalizzabili. Questi pad consentono di attivare suoni, effetti vocali in tempo reale, comandi MIDI e azioni del mixer con una semplice pressione di un pulsante. Con ben otto banchi disponibili, avete a disposizione un totale di 64 azioni personalizzabili, aprendo le porte a un mondo di creatività.
La qualità audio da studio è garantita grazie alla presenza di processori di segnale digitale APHEX Aural Exciter, Big Bottom e Compellor, oltre a un compressore, un de-esser, un filtro passa-alto, un noise gate e un EQ. Questi strumenti vi permettono di catturare la magia di uno studio professionale direttamente nella vostra postazione di lavoro.
Un aspetto notevole è la completa personalizzazione del RØDECaster Pro II, che si adatta a qualsiasi uso creativo, impostazione di registrazione o flusso di lavoro. Inoltre, il potente motore quad-core garantisce una capacità di elaborazione nettamente superiore rispetto a qualsiasi altra console di creazione di contenuti, aprendo la strada a futuri aggiornamenti e miglioramenti delle funzionalità.
Infine, la possibilità di registrare in stereo o multitraccia su microSD, su un dispositivo di archiviazione esterno o direttamente su un computer è estremamente comoda. Il trasferimento dati ultraveloce via USB rende il processo semplice e veloce.
In sintesi, il RØDECaster Pro II è una centralina audio completa e potente che è un sogno diventato realtà per i creatori di contenuti. Con la sua qualità audio da studio, la facilità d’uso e la versatilità, è un investimento che vi aiuterà a portare la vostra produzione audio al livello successivo. Non posso fare altro che raccomandarlo a tutti coloro che cercano l’eccellenza nell’audio per la loro produzione di contenuti.
John Afendoulis –
Having to get my mac to work with various mics and speakers across different apps and platforms was such a headache until this. Everything just works like it’s supposed to. No preamps or other crap to hook into my Sure mic. Love RODE quality and the optionality this provides.
Ricky D White –
What’s not to love about the Rodecaster Pro 2? For starters, it has six inputs four of which accept either XLR input or instrument input such as guitar or keyboard. The other two can be assigned to either usb/Bluetooth/usb chat/smart pads. All the physical faders are bidirectional meaning they can accept input like a mic or an output device such as a BT speaker. The three other faders are virtual that are controlled by the knob just to right of display panel (see photo), again this can either an input/output assignment.
The faders: There are six physical faders that are studio quality to which the display panel shows their position on the board. There is a virtual indent for each fader on the display when you move to fader to the unity gain position indicated by a bold line that is longer than the other two 3/4 of the way up. The three buttons, one above and two below each fader allow you to mute your mic/instrument or when you press the green listen button, this will allow you to listen to the audio before it’s sent to the output stage of the board. The buttons above each fader, access the gain control for your mic as well as the Aphex processing options. In addition, the buttons above each fader can be assigned a colors that shown when you go into channel options.
Smart Pads: The smart pads can be used to play sound clips, voice effects, fade in/out. There are eight pads per bank for a total of 40 configurations. The smart pads can be assigned a physical or virtual fader as well.
On the rear of the unit: There are four physical XLR and 1/4 inch inputs either for one or the other.
The Right and Left monitor speaker output.
The four headphone outputs are 1/4 inch stereo connection. The output level for each is controlled by its own volume control knob.
Two USB C ports that are bidirectional.
Micro SD card slot: it is strongly recommended that you purchase an SD card that has a write speed of at least 100mb per second.
The third USB C port is for the power connection which uses USB PD. The red power switch is located next to it.
All of these features add up to a very impressive home studio mixer that any podcaster or musician will be very happy with.
Jerome Duval –
Non trovo parole per questo strumento, un vero professionista per podcast consigliatissimo
TSeven –
Je souhaite remplacer une goxlr et rationnaliser un setup dual PC compliqué (pc pro sécurisé/perso)
Convaincu par la Rode StreamerX j’ai voulu upgrade vers la Duo.
Malheureusement le second port usb-c n’a jamais voulu fonctionner, matériel renvoyé.
Le produit est prometteur, malgré un manque de channels virtuels sur l’usb1 (main+chat)
J’hésite à retenter l’expérience, il me semble voir plus de feedbacks sur des produits défectueux sur cette gamme que sur la (défunte) goxlr…
Andrea –
Usaba esta app para poder disponer de varios canales de audio para el stream y a través de una controladora Korg NanoKontrol 2 poder controlar físicamente el volumen de micro, juego, discord, hilo musical,… por separado y tener unos pocos botones que a través de MidiMixer me permitian cambiar de escenas en el OBS. Como veis un jaleo padre que muchas veces me desquiciaba por el lag del monitoreo y fallas y petardeos del propio voicemeeter.
Decidí deshacerme de todo ese percal y adquirir una mesa física que de forma autónoma me permitiera tener ese mismo control. Apareció en mi vida la Rodecaster Pro II. Dije “quiero esto!” pero eran 700€ de nada además de ser enorme.
Necesitaba algo más compacto. Y buscando en el catalogo de la marca vi que sacaron hace poco la Rodecater Duo, mismas funcionalidades pero con solo 4 faders en vez de 6 y de tamaño mas reducido. Son 550€ pero creo que ha valido la pena. son “solo” 3 tarjetas de sonido en el PC (usando los 2 usb, igual que la Pro II ojo!) pero me vale para poder tener el control absoluto del stream. Ademas incluye 6 pads RGB (x4 paginas, un total de 24 acciones disponibles) que me permiten el control de escenas del OBS, meter efectos de voz, etc…
En conjunto con el Presonus PD-70 y los Audio-Technica M40X han hecho que me pueda deshacer de mi antiguo cahos con el voicemeeter.
Muy satisfecho con la deuda adquirida 😅
Ricky D White –
Ease of use, quality materials and it looks fire all at once. The best product i’ve reviewed yet!
XaviFabregas Motovlog –
My review is for those whom are looking for something of quality in sound and software, I regret that I didn’t buy it earlier… I am impressed of this mixer and can provide quality sound , if you’re a beginner in podcast buy it with Rode Podmic. . and play with it .. I will keep updating how it goes..
Kidanny –
This is a wonderful Audio Production Studio interface. It is really a masterpiece in design and accomplishment. Rode makes a lot of quality devices but this Production piece is the crown of their achievements. (And if you have read my review on the Shure SM7B microphone, Rode has built in a microphone activator, so you don’t need a Cloud Lifter or similar device while using the Shure SM7B.) There are far too many details in this unit to go into here, but I encourage you to search YouTube channels for demonstrations for this standard for the industry. This unit has 6 input channels, each having its discrete color coding. (Tom Buck has some of the best YouTubes reviews on the subject.) The unit is pricey and is the best all around bang-for-your-buck. But be an informed consumer. Rode has come out with other incredible products: Rode Caster Duo (for audio podcasters) and the Steamer X (for audio and video capture for only 2 inputs). But I love the flexibility of having both the Duo and the Streamer in one unit with six inputs (and with all the other bells and whistles). I most definitely recommend this product.