![]() ![]() ![]() If you’re looking for a helping hand from the mic to give the best results then there are perhaps better options - the Shure MV7 comes with software containing preset voice EQ settings, for example - but if your workflow involves processing the audio and adding compression afterwards then this isn’t a problem. Tonally, the Rode Podcaster delivers that silky smooth broadcast voice you’d expect, with nice pronunciation around the low and mid ranges, and a nice sparkle around the top end. Finally, there is a 3.5mm jack for headphone monitoring and a control for the headphone volume. In terms of controls, there’s not a huge amount on the mic itself - the theory is you’d use your recording software for checking levels - but there is a single LED which does at least give some visual feedback if you’re going way over the threshold. Form-wise, the Podcaster is an end-address mic, so you’ll need it pointing directly at you although we found the best results came speaking slightly off-axis to reduce plosives, even despite the built-in pop filter. We are big fans of the glossy white finish, which makes a nice change from the usual matte black we see in this category. It’s a shame there isn’t one in the box but we guess Rode is assuming the Podcaster is an upgrade and the user will have a stand or boom arm on which to place the mic. The all-metal chassis gives you confidence it’s made to last - Rode gear usually is - although it does demand a suitable mic stand to keep it stable. ![]() Straight out of the box you’ll see this is a large, hefty beast of a microphone. How does it stand up? Let’s take a look in our Rode Podcaster review. The Rode Podcaster is up against some great microphones - at the value end from other budget podcasting microphones and at the higher end from more traditional XLR mics. It’s a bold choice, but one that makes sense for capturing those deep, rich vocal sounds that are synonymous with podcasting.Ĭompetition is fierce though. Going dynamic is an interesting choice most USB mics are condenser, but by employing a 28mm neodymium capsule the Podcaster is going straight up against higher-priced podcasting microphones like the Shure SM7B. The Rode Podcaster is a dynamic USB mic that delivers all the benefits of USB connectivity with the performance of a dedicated speech mic. To meet this need, Rode has created one of the quickest, easiest ways to capture high-quality speech performance. A good microphone is essential, and a good microphone designed specifically for the medium should ensure great results, right? Podcasts, you’ll have noticed, have become A Very Big Deal, with shows covering just about any topic you can think of and some of the biggest celebrity names getting involved. As the name makes perfectly clear, this is a mic aimed squarely at the burgeoning podcast market. ![]()
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