Rode Podcaster Dynamic USB Microphone

Broadcast quality USB Microphone.

As its name suggests, the RODE Podcaster microphone was specifically designed for computer recording applications where wide frequency response and low distortion are demanded. The Podcaster makes digital recording "plug and play" easy with its built-in A/D conversion and USB connection.

RODE Podcaster USB Microphone at a Glance:

• Quality USB mic based on Broadcaster design
  
• Tailored-for-voice frequency response with high-pass filter

Quality USB mic based on Broadcaster design
The RODE Podcaster is based on their popular Broadcaster microphone - winner of the Radio World/US National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) "What's Cool" award. The Broadcaster has become an industry standard when studio sound quality is required for on-air applications. Now the Podcaster makes this quality available in a super-convenient USB version for the current generation of computer recording applications.

Tailored-for-voice frequency response plus high-pass filter
The Podcaster offers an end-address configuration, the clarity of RODE's tailored-for-voice frequency response, an "ON" LED, a direct headphone amp, and of course very low self noise. The microphone offers a switchable high-pass filter and comes complete with a 5M USB cable. Optional extras include a shock mounting system and soon-to-be-released Anglepoise style table mount arm.

RODE Podcaster USB Microphone Features:

• Dynamic mic with USB connection
  
• On-Air indicator LED
  
• Ultra-low noise
  
• Cardioid polar pattern with high 180-degree rejection
  
• Voice tailored low-cut filter
  
• Internal pop filter
  
• Rugged stainless steel body

RODE Podcaster USB Microphone Specifications:

Acoustic Principle:
Dynamic (neodymium) 28 mm

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

Pickup Pattern:
Cardioid.

Frequency Response:
40 Hz ~ 14 kHz.

Sensitivity:
-51 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (2.8 mV @ 94dB SPL) +/- 3 dB

Maximum SPL:
115 dB

Signal/Noise:
> 78 dB

Analogue Output I/F:
Headphone audio output for monitoring. Drives150mW into 32Ω. Output level adjust.

Digital Output Interface:
USB

Resolution:
18 bits

Audio Control I/F:
AC97

Power Requirements:
Power supplied from USB port.

Weight:
610g (21.5 oz)

Packed Weight:
1025g (36 oz)

Dimensions:
Length: 215mm (8 ”), Height: 56mm (2 ”), Width: 52mm (2 ”)