Recommended models: NT-USB, Podcaster

 

RODE is one of the world's top three microphone producers and a leader in the Australian audio industry. RODE microphones are widely used in studio and field recording, and are known for their broadcast-quality sound quality and low-noise circuitry. The quality of the products and the industrial design are excellent, and they are frequent visitors to the Red Dot Design Award and the MIPA Award.

 

RODE has only two USB microphones. Podcaster has a dynamic design that picks up less background noise in noisy environments. In addition, the microphone has a built-in pop filter, which effectively reduces the plosive sound. These features make Podcaster ideal for recording voices. But because of this, pitch and tone are sacrificed, and the sound performance is flat when recording instruments.

 

What's more recommended is RODE's other USB microphone, NT-USB, which is priced at the same price as Podcaster, with a condenser design and an all-black metal body that looks sturdy, reliable, and textured. Compared to the Podcaster, the NT-USB has a wider frequency response range, and the sound is clearer and more natural. Both wirecutter and TheMasterswitch have commented that the NT-USB's sound quality and performance are very similar to Yeti's, but the cardioid NT-USB is much clearer when recording vocals and instruments.

 

RODE is known in the industry for the quality of its accessories, and you can't go wrong when it comes to buying microphone shock mounts and cantilever mounts. In addition, RODE provides warranty services ranging from two to ten years for its microphone products, and consumers should not forget to register on the official website to obtain an extended warranty.

RODE/Rod NT-USB microphone