Rode RODECaster Pro II

Rode RODECaster Pro II

Audio Production Studio

Fully integrated standalone device - and the ultimate audio solution for all for podcasters, streamers, musicians and content creators! The 31 cm wide RØDECaster Pro II offers the latest technology while providing the simplest and most intuitive operation. A 5.5" HD touch display plus encoder with touch function, professional channel presets and the VOXLab Quick Editor ensure a speedy and logical workflow. But if you want, you can also delve deep into the signal processing parameters.

- Mixer

The mixer section of RODECaster Pro II can be freely configured: Each of the nine input channels - six physical and three virtual - can be individually assigned to the desired signal. Choices include analog sources connected to the four combo jacks (XLR/6.35mm), Bluetooth®, USB 1, USB 2, and audio triggered via the SMART Pads. The first six inputs have high-quality 100 mm faders as well as Select, Solo and Mute buttons; the three virtual inputs are operated via the display and with the large encoder to the right.

- Analog sources

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four Neutrik® combo jacks on the rear panel can be used to connect microphones (XLR) or electric guitar, bass, keyboards and other line sources (6.35 mm). Microphone signals - even those from insensitive dynamic speaker mics - are preamplified optimally and noise-free by the audiophile "Revolution" high-gain preamps. If you use the jack sockets, you can switch the impedance to high impedance for electric guitars in the menu.

- Digital Sources

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RØDECaster Pro II has a dual USB audio interface with two USB-C jacks and MFi certification for iOS devices. This allows simultaneous connection of two computers (Mac/PC), two Android or iPhones®, or a combination thereof. One can also connect a fast USB storage device for recording.

- Wireless Sources

The Bluetooth® section offers premium voice sound quality thanks to wideband technology, allows you to play music as well as output the signal through an external Bluetooth speaker. The RØDECaster Pro II also has Wi-Fi on board, so firmware updates, for example, can be done very conveniently wirelessly.

- SMART Pads

The eight color-illuminated trigger pads are programmable and can be used to launch audio files - the RØDECaster Pro II has 4 GB of internal memory for this purpose - as well as trigger MIDI commands, mixer actions (e.g. fade in/fade out) and vision switching. A total of 64 actions can be programmed and stored, since you have eight banks in addition to the eight pads, which can be conveniently switched with two hardware buttons.

- Signal processing and effects

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heart of the signal processing are the legendary Aphex® Aural Exciter, Big Bottom and Compellor plus high-pass filter, EQ, De-Esser, Noise Gate and Compressor. Plus studio effects reverb, delay, pitch shifting and robot voice. Input signals can also be assigned to several effects simultaneously. The mix-minus and ducking functions are also helpful.

- Recording

To record podcasts and other audio content, you can use an (optional) microSD card, which is inserted into the corresponding slot on the back. Alternatively, you can also use a suitable USB-C storage device or record on a computer or mobile device connected via USB.

- Hardware and Power Supply

In order to be able to attach the RØDECaster Pro II to tripods or mounts, a 3/8" thread and four Vesa mounting points are embedded in the base. Power is supplied via the included external USB-C power adapter, which can be easily replaced with an optional 30 watt USB-C PD powerbank for mobile use of the device.