Rode Procaster Review
Broadcast Dynamic Cardioid Microphone
- Tailored for Vocal Capturing
- Internal Pop Filter
- Internal Shock Mounting
- All-Metal Construction
- Cardioid Polar Pattern
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 39,857 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode Procaster. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Rode Procaster. For example, 88% of 13,307 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Rode Procaster have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
Showing 1 to 20 of 65 Reviews
GREAT MIC !
Rode PROCASTER Dynamic Mic
Reviewed by M. Williams on Guitar Center
For voiceover work or spoken word, this MIC is GREAT ! I've had microphones that were double or triple the price and didn't perform as well. Crisp and Full sound, this Microphone is everything it's advertised to be.
Great Studio Mic!
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I picked up the Rode Procaster (XLR version - not the USB Podcaster) to use on multiple podcasts and as an addition to the studio's mic collection. After putting it through the paces for vocals, I must say, I'm beyond impressed with this mic. It has a good clean sound without muffling the audio as much as other large diaphragm dynamics like it. The character feels smooth with a solid low end. This requires much less gain than the SM7b, and therefore gives a cleaner signal (less electrical noise). On the voices that I've tested it with, it seems to have a much more natural response as well. Keep in mind, microphones are like instruments, they all sound different and will work differently with every voice. All-in-all, I'm very happy with this mic. It is heavy, especially when using the shock mount with it (which is a must in my book), but it's a great mic for most vocal purposes. I have not tested it directly into an interface, however, so you may need a signal/gain booster (brand of your choice) to get a clean enough signal for that. But you may not, I haven't tested it that way. I run it through a cloudlifter into my mixer with w/compressor before going into my interface. I use this on podcasts, voice over work, and to record rock vocals. ... More
Affordable and Easy
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Meadia on B&H Photo Video
If you need a great sounding mic for narration or other voice-over work, and don't want to spend a lot of time with processors, then try this mic. I've used a ton of different mics over the years, and if money were no object, I would have purchased one of the Neumann broadcast models ... but since I was on a tight budget for a current project and needed something fast, I thought I'd give this one a shot, knowing it would at least be good enough for a decent recording that could be processed further. To my surprise, the sound quality was great with no upfront processing ... and very little post processing. Since time is valuable, this is a wonderful find! I've had to do a lot more tweaking for mics that cost many times more. Plus, it seems to reject noise well, and doesn't get weird if the user moves around a little while speaking. The mic is built well ... heavy and solid ... and doesn't feel the least bit fragile. A shock mount would make the whole thing look more impressive, but isn't really necessary for most applications. Very nice!! ... More
Great. Just a step down from the SM7B
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Rodolfo on B&H Photo Video
I have a podcast where I mostly interview a solo guest. For that we use two Shure SM7Bs. Whenever we'd have a pair of guests, we'd put them on the 7Bs and I'd just use a Rode Podmic. I wasn't happy with how thin the Podmic sounded compared to the other mics (not a fair comparison due to the price, I know) so I got this as an upgrade. I couldn't be happier. The sound is almost as smooth as the SM7B, but it doesn't have that dark feel to it. It also has bit more clarity on the high end. It's almost like using the 7B with both the low-cut filter and the presence boost enabled. If I were to compare it to Shure mics, it's somewhere between the sound of the Beta 58a and the SM7B, in terms of sound (and price). A couple of things I really about this mic... 1) Background noise rejection is great, comparable to some handhelds. 2) It's gain hungry, but not as much as the Rode Podmic or Shure SM7B. A couple of things I wasn't too crazy about... 1) The included mount isn't that great. It does nothing to stop bumps from the table. (I used a cheap shock mount for large mics and found that it did the trick.) 2) The mic isn't good with handling noise. I know it's not meant for holding, but since a shock mount isn't included, you really have to be careful of noisy bumps. ... More
Bang for the Buck
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by That guy on the board on B&H Photo Video
I love this mic. I own 3 and use them for Internet radio broadcasting and VO work. They do require a fair amount of gain, but any quality mic pre should suffice. Alternatively, it's possible to ramp up the gain with a plug-in, such as UAD's 1073, which I have also done with great results. I performed a fair amount of auditioning prior to selecting this mic, A-B'ing it with what's considered to be the industry standard RE-20, as well as the current fan fave SM7b. I couldn't find a reason not to own it.
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Pretty good kit
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Mitch on B&H Photo Video
The Rode Procaster is a fantastic dynamic mic. I paired it with my Zoom H6 as an audio interface to my PC and they are a great combo. I also use VoiceMeeter Banana as a virtual audio mixer as using all these devices I am able to keep keyboard and external sounds to a minimum. The shock mount is also a great piece of equipment that definitely removes unwanted vibration noise. The boom arm is pretty good. It does not have adjustable tension which would be helpful. The biggest issue I have is that if the arm is fully extended, it cannot hold up the weight of the Rode Procaster. The arm will start to fall down and will not stay in the desired spot. It does have a squeak at base where it connects to the desk mount, which I'm hoping some lithium or other grease will correct. Bonus points for being made in the USA. The Rode cable is very nice and robust. It is, however, a very thick cable that does not fit well in the cable track of the boom arm. They also do not use Neutrik connectors, but they are much better quality connections than other similarly prices cables. Overall, this is a great starter kit with an exceptional mic that will stay with you while you upgrade your other components. ... More
Excellent Mic
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Ken on B&H Photo Video
I needed a second mic for my podcasts and decided on this one. I have a RodeCaster Pro and have my RE20 connected to it. I hooked up the Procaster, adjusted RodeCaster mic selection and did a short 30s recording. Very impressive. I replayed through Reaper and was surprised that I wouldn't have to edit the audio. The only filters I used were iZotope de-click and voice de-noise in Reaper. The rest of the filtering was done in the Caster. This mic is hefty, well constructed. Voice quality is very comparable to my RE20, doesn't color my voice in my opinion. The only minor issue I have is with the case. When I opened the box the pull tab on the zipper was lying inside. I can only think that when it was packaged at Rode, the bag was zipped up, tab broke, and the packer just layed it inside. Who does that? Anyway, this is an excellent mic, great tone, proximity to mic did not cause distortion when I got right up to it. ... More
You will love the sound of your voice with this mic!
RODE Procaster
Reviewed by Bob H. on Reverb
I bought the RODE Procaster microphone after reading dozens of positive reviews posted by RODE mic owners! Was it possible that a $200 microphone could sound as good as they said it did? I have a baritone-bass male voice and often used the EQ to flatten the mix of my voice over project. I connected the Procaster dynamic mic to my Golden Age Pre-73 Jr. pre-amp, set levels and started to record. Wow! I love this mic! And I love the sound of my voice with this mic! The Procaster reproduced my voice naturally and warmly... and it sounds like me without any EQ or coloring! It sounds equally natural and clear with female voices! Pros: Solid construction. No phantom power needed. A dynamic mic that's easy to use. Natural sound reproduction without extra adjustments or processing. Natural, full frequency reproduction of your voice. Great mic for male and female voice-overs, podcasting or vocals for music! CONS: Speaking directly into the mic without a pop filter can cause sibilants; but, speaking across the mic at an angle and/or using a pop filter resolves the issue. The shock mount must be purchased separately. ... More
Procaster, the microphone for pros
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Dennis on B&H Photo Video
Even if you play a pro on TV this microphone will work for you. Things to keep in mind, the mic does need a fair amount of gain to work. I'm currently using the Focusrite 6i6 (with 60dB of gain) and one click of max works well for voice work in a room with background noise. The microphone does have some heft so make sure your stand is weighted with the large style threaded mount. I use this mic for a monthly podcast and so far I really like the sound. It does take longer to setup than a USB mic so expect that if you don't have a permanent sound stage. ... More
Just what I needed...
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Big DE on B&H Photo Video
I have a deep voice and needed a flatter response mic than my audio technica at2020. I do voice overs and screencasts of powerpoint presentations. this broadcast quality mic did the trick and at a great price. you'll need a strong mic-boom stand b/c this puppy is built like a brick. Another reason I bought this is b/c of the large diaphragm that allows me to move around the mic (while at my computer) and my voice doesn't fade out, as if I'm too far from it. You'll also need a mic preamp (mine was $70) if you're using this dynamic mic with your computer and a usb audio interface (mine was $140). If you don't want to go thru the extra expense of that set up, get the usb version (rode podcaster). I don't think you'll be disappointed. My set up (preamp & interface) get my by, but I'll be upgrading both to get the best of the procaster. ... More
Good Sound - Needs a preamp
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I got this because I wanted a good mic for doing voiceover work and recording audio for youtube videos. Right out of the box its nicely constructed. I use it with a Rode PSA-1 studio arm and its easily positioned anywhere around my desk and stays tucked nicely out of the way when Im not using it. Overall I like the sound quality. Its has a clear sound and good tone. Its a little hot on the low end but its easily EQ'd down. The reason I gave this 4 stars is because its a very cold mic. What I mean by that is, plugged straight into my computer audio interface I can barely get a useable signal out of the microphone. I ended up running it through my Presonus StudioChannel and it brought the level up to a good useable level. Overall Im happy with the microphone and would buy another one (and a second preamp). ... More
My new voice over microphone
Rode PROCASTER Dynamic Mic
Reviewed by Jake L. on Guitar Center
I operate a youtube channel and do a ton of voice-overs for the videos. Having clear and crisp vocal audio is crucial for a video to do well. I went through a series of dynamic and condenser microphones until I came across the procaster. It was recommended to me by a friend for its amazing sound and ability to reject background noise. He wasn't lying as I record in a partially treated room with some background noise. This mic doesn't even pick it up in the off-axis region. It captures my voice right on. I don't need to do any post-processing beyond noise reduction. No equalization or dynamic processing. Sure, it can be a bit plosive sensitive, but that is what pop filters are for. I run the mic with a fethead and zoom h6 at about position 3.5 for gain. For my voice, it is the sweet spot for recording. ... More
Great sound, picks up hum.
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Thirdman on B&H Photo Video
I bought this microphone for recording voiceovers for my church's radio program. The quality of the sound is excellent and the microphone does a great job of excluding background noise. The output is rather low, so I use a FETHEAD to bring it up. The microphone is rather sensitive to power line magnetic fields, so I had to position it carefully in the studio.
Excellent Product
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by ViciMundumShow on B&H Photo Video
The sound quality of this microphone is fantastic for podcasting. We use three of these and run it into our USB sound board. They are very sensitive and do not pick up any background noise. The only down-side of that is learning to keep your head still while talking, otherwise the quality does change slightly. We tried podcasting with two people sharing one mic, and that was not very good. Though the stand and mic holder was very easy to move, the sound quality is much better when you can talk right into it at a consistent distance and level. ... More
solid and great sound...
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Matthew on B&H Photo Video
great dynamic voice/narration mic...similar to an re20 but in my comparisons the rode is brighter and not as dull as the re20...i like the re20 but i feel the rode is just as solid in every way yet has more life and warmth than the re20...and of course less expensive...been using this more for voice overs than my condensers (akgc3000b,rodent2)...
Rode Procaster Kit is awesome
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
After using high end microphones at a podcast studio, I realized that I didn't hate my voice, just my voice through sub par mics. I watched dozens of Youtube video microphone comparisons and decided that for my voice and budget the Rode Procaster was the right choice. It is an amazing mic for the money and the broadcast studio kit from B&H had everything I needed to get started podcasting from home. I love the boom arm, shock mount and the 3 pop screen made for this microphone. It's a great microphone in a high value package that saves money and time tracking down all the accessories needed to get started. ... More
Nice bundle
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I bought this bundle to upgrade my screencasting setup. I'm very pleased with it. The mic sounds great and the boom and shockmount are solid. My only minor gripe is that it took a few minutes of fiddling to get the boom arm vertical. It wanted to lean slightly, which didn't affect performance but was bugging me visually.
Great Mic!
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by artyc on B&H Photo Video
This can stand up to both the RE20 and the Heil PR40. Can't go wrong with this mic for the price
Great Value and Sound
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by RVideo on B&H Photo Video
This is a very serious mic for the money. Sounds great and is built like a tank. I wasn't expecting a mic in this price range to be as good as it is. Have only used it for voice-over, but so far it sounds very good.
Great mic
Rode Procaster Broadcast-Quality Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Faison on B&H Photo Video
I'm using this for screencasting coupled with the m-audio mobile pre plugged into a mac pro. With this setup, you want to use the rode studio arm and the PSM1 rode shockmount. Both of these accessories are billed for the rode podcaster. The procaster is in fact the podcaster without the pre-amp, so it works with the podcaster accessories.The whole system works like a charm. I'm very satisfied with the quality of sound coming from the mic........
