Product information "Rode Podcaster MKII"
The "Podcaster" is a professional USB microphone with a heavy metal housing (610 g) and a dynamic cardioid capsule that is perfectly tuned to speech. The capsule is installed horizontally and the Podcaster is picked up from the front.
With the Podcaster, speakers sound convincingly "commercial" from a standing position, just as you would expect from professional radio stations and advertising jingles. The pop filter integrated in the basket effectively softens explosive consonants without impairing transparency - there is no need to use an external pop shield.
An audio interface with preamp, digital converters and adjustable headphone amplifier is integrated into the Podcaster. The connection to the computer is made via the included USB cable, no driver installation is necessary, the microphone or its audio interface is immediately recognised by the computer (Mac or PC). The direct signal (latency-free) and the USB stream from the computer are output via the adjustable 3.5 mm headphone socket.
As a dynamic microphone, the Podcaster is very insensitive, which means that you can still work very well in rooms with ambient noise (road traffic, neighbours, etc.). However, the Podcaster should be used close up, i.e. at a distance of no more than two centimetres.
The Podcaster is supplied with a stand clamp (RM2) and a USB cable (3 metres). It is manufactured by RØDE in Australia and registered users receive a 10-year warranty.
| Characteristic: | Cardioid |
|---|---|
| Headphone connection: | Yes |
| Incl. Shockmount: | No |
| Low cut: | No |
| Pad: | No |
| Switchable characteristic: | No |
| Type of construction: | Dynamic |
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