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Silver cylindrical USB dynamic microphone with mesh grille and LED indicator

RODE Microphone

RODE Microphone Podcaster USB Dynamic Microphone

SKU CH-0XDE-6YA9A

Records broadcast-quality voice directly to a computer via USB with built-in headphone monitoring and ultra-low self-noise

  • Product typeOthers
  • End-address design for natural voice capture
  • Tailored frequency response optimised for speech clarity
  • Built-in headphone amp enables zero-latency monitoring
  • Very low self-noise keeps recordings clean
  • Plug-and-play USB with high-quality A/D converters

What this microphone does

The Rode Podcaster is a USB dynamic microphone designed for voice capture. Its end-address configuration and tailored frequency response suit podcasters, journalists, students and professionals adding audio to multimedia projects. The integrated A/D converters allow direct connection to a computer without external interfaces or pre-amps. A built-in headphone amplifier provides zero-latency monitoring.

What to verify before buying

Confirm your computer has an available USB port for connection and supports USB audio class devices. No additional drivers, phantom power or external audio interfaces are required. Ensure your recording software can select a USB microphone as an input source. The end-address design means you speak into the top of the microphone, so check that your mounting solution accommodates this orientation.

Behaviour during long sessions

The dynamic capsule and low self-noise floor maintain consistent clarity during extended recording periods. The integrated headphone amplifier allows continuous monitoring without adding latency to the signal chain. Because the microphone draws power directly from the USB bus, there is no separate power supply to manage or overheat during sustained use. The ON LED indicates active status throughout the session.

How it compares

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Price $123.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 638 comparable items (median $58.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRode
Product typeOthers

Questions about this item

Does the Podcaster ship with a USB cable and stand, or must they be purchased separately?

The microphone includes a USB cable for direct computer connection; no stand or mount is mentioned in the specifications, so one would need to be sourced separately.

The Podcaster is only offered in one version — are there alternative capsule types or polar patterns to choose from?

The product is listed as a single dynamic end-address model with a tailored-for-voice frequency response; no alternate capsules or polar patterns are described.

How does the built-in headphone amplifier and low self-noise translate when recording voice at a desk?

The integrated headphone amp provides zero-latency monitoring, while the very low self-noise keeps the noise floor quiet, so spoken-word recordings stay clean without an external pre-amp.

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