RØDE Podcaster USB Mic

This month I have a lil' something for ya!

As you are considering what to add to your wish list, might I suggest the RØDE Podcaster microphone? Not only would it be good for a home studio but also for traveling because toting around a digital audio interface can be a real pain. If you are a dynamic, fast-paced podcaster that is always excited about what the next day will bring, and you are often on the go, then you’ll especially appreciate all this microphone has to offer. 

Or maybe you are just starting with Podcasting, and you don't want it all to be overcomplicated.

I got you! 

Your on-the-go equipment is called the RØDE Podcaster microphone! A dynamic, end-address USB microphone. It's the perfect combination of broadcast-quality audio and simple USB connectivity. With RØDE Podcaster microphone, you won't need an additional digital interface! The recording is directly connected to the computer.

Meaning that the RØDE Podcaster processes all of the analogue-to-digital conversion internally, bypassing the computer's lower quality on-board sound controller!

You will get an 18-bit resolution audiophile quality plus 48kHz sampling A/D converter. 

You will also be able to hear exactly what is being recorded without any delay or echo because of a headphone output on the microphone body that provides zero-latency monitoring.

Something else I love about it is that it features an internal pop filter designed to minimize plosives sounds. So, no overload of the microphone capsule and distortion of the audio output!

You should not be worried if it's compatible with your operating system because RØDE Podcaster microphone is fully compatible with various operational systems:

• Windows 7

• Windows 8

• Mac OS X computers

• Several Linux distributions

It can also be used as an iPad microphone in conjunction with the iPad Camera Connection Kit and a powered USB hub, for example, for Garageband. 

And guess what? If you have someone in your life that loves singing - you can surprise them with the RØDE Podcaster microphone too!! It is an extremely convenient demo microphone for musicians that prefer the convenience of a USB microphone and don't want to compromise sound quality.

But wait, there’s more…something else I am absolutely AMAZED about is that, after registration, you get a 10-year warranty!

Below is the list of the specifications:

• Acoustic Principle: Dynamic

• Active Electronics: Analogue signal conditioning + A/D and USB interface

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid

• Resolution: 18-bit

• Sampling Rate: 8-48kHz

• Address Type: End

• Frequency Range: 40Hz - 14kHz

• Output Impedance: 0Ω

• Maximum SPL: 115dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)

• Sensitivity: -51.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (2.80mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz

• Power Options: USB bus powered

• Weight: 655.00gm

• Dimensions: 215.00mmH x 56.00mmW x 52.00mmD

• Output: USB

I loved the review of Nico on the RODE Podcaster Mic, and if I wasn’t good enough to convince you how good it is, maybe he will! Check it out here!

But if you are already convinced, I found a nice discount on Amazon for ya! Check it out here!