The Rode Procaster is a broadcast microphone that is not overly pricey but still provides sound that is of a high calibre. It is perfect for recording because it responds in a highly controlled and smooth manner. The mic also reduces effects like popping and rejects a lot of background noise. Procaster is a highly adaptable microphone that can take on practically any kind of voice, but some very fundamental EQ is required, especially low cut. Procaster is also durable and well-made, but in comparison to some other microphones, it feels a little awkward and requires a swivel arm with a spider mount. ..
Rode Procaster review: Design
The Procaster is a sturdy microphone made entirely of metal that features a cardioid polar pattern, which sets it apart from other condenser mics designed with streamers in mind. This microphone is useful for shielding its internal components from direct physical stress and records sounds from the front and the sides to a certain extent. ..
A cardioid microphone is designed to pick up sound from close to the microphone itself, which is great for recording yourself. It has a mild rejection of outside noise, which makes it ideal for use in broadcast settings. Additionally, investing in a pop filter or shock mount can help improve the sound quality of your recordings.
This microphone is best suited for directional use because of its cardioid pickup pattern. It effectively captures voices in front, so you can speak directly to it.
Features
The Rode Procaster is a great microphone for journalists because it has a thick barrel body with machine-cut scored ridges, a simple connection to desk supports and swing arms, and a very pleasant build.
In our testing, we chose the former, which was easy to install thanks to the box’s supplied mount that screws into the top of the arm. Thanks to the included accessory, if you’re already a part of the Rode community, you’ll feel right at home using this microphone, though it should work with a variety of different boom arms and microphone stands.
The Rode Procaster comes with a leather pouch to store it in when not in use, along with a gel pouch to shield your microphone from the elements. It’s a useful addition to keep the unit clean as well if you intend to travel with this piece of equipment.
Sound quality
The Procaster is a great microphone for anyone looking for a high-quality audio recording experience. Its sound quality is comparable to some of the priciest XLR models we’ve tried, and it’s easy to use. ..
The Procaster is a great choice for any level of game streaming, video production, vocal music, and podcasting because the sound quality is on the warmer side and it has a broadcaster-like quality. ..
Rode Procaster review: Performance
The Rode Procaster is a dynamic microphone that performs better than a standard condenser microphone at picking up louder sounds. This is arguably the Rode Procaster’s strongest suit. You can find a microphone for singing, harsh vocals, and louder sounds here. As a metal musician, we put both the PodMic and this model to the test and discovered that the Procaster did sound the most accurate of the two.
The Rode Procaster is great for live streaming because it doesn’t have any issues with background noise. This is different from some other dynamic XLR microphones we’ve used in the past, which caused voices to be heard clearly on the same level as louder ones. As a result, you should be completely covered when live streaming through various animated states.
The internal shock mount of the Rode Procaster performs a fantastic job of isolating any rumbles or vibrations, but we contend that if you’re going to use a boom arm, you should think about using a dedicated shock mount like the company’s PSM1. When in use, the Rode Procaster hangs a little lower than the PodMic due to its weight, and moving the device can cause some unwanted noise, no matter how slight. The PSM1 and PSA1+ are shown together in tandem in the company’s promotional materials for this microphone, so the additional cost here would lessen this minor issue. ..
The Rode Procaster is a better microphone than the USB microphones we used for comparison. Its sound profile is far superior to the USB microphones, including the Rode NT-USB, Blue Snowball, and Joby Wavo Pod. The benefits of this model are truly night and day for those looking to stand out in the online content creation industry. Even though it may not be as convenient to set up since you’ll need a dedicated audio interface with at least one XLR input, it’s still an excellent choice for those who want the best possible sound quality.
Noise cancellation
We found that when using a dynamic microphone, such as the Rode Procaster, some of the keyboard noise we make while typing or playing video games is cached and is not overly loud. This makes it easy to delete this noise from the audio. ..
The Rode Procaster is a great recorder that excels at picking up our voice and ignoring the majority of background noises. It also does a great job of eliminating background noise from our recordings, even if our neighbors are making a little noise or if our refrigerator in the adjacent room starts buzzing.
We recorded this interview in our home studio with our regular microphone. The echo and noise from the Rode Procaster were noticably worse than any condenser microphone, so we decided to use it instead.
Rode Procaster review: Price
Conclusion
The Rode Procaster is a professional-grade microphone that is mid-priced. It is an excellent fit for the majority of streamers and podcasters in existence right now, as well as those who are looking to upgrade their current microphone. The addition of the PodMic to Rode’s lineup makes it more difficult for streamers on a budget to justify purchasing one of their products. ..
The Podcaster is a great all-in-one USB microphone that is perfect for anyone who wants to create and broadcast audio content. However, if you don’t already own an audio interface, the USB-based Podcaster version makes the Podcaster one of the best-value, all-in-one broadcast USB mics available. A microphone purchase is an opinion. You must ascertain what suits your voice the most. The Procaster is now by far our favorite mic for us.
