RØDE Procaster

Ken Sparkes introduces the RØDE Procaster and provides tips and techniques for broadcasting and voice over. Recorded directly to camera from the RØDE Procaster with no EQ, compression or filters.

[@EamonThePhilogynistWalford]

Ken Sparkes was one of the greatest voiceovers Australia has ever produced, and he's still sadly missed after 4 years.

[@astralaudio101]

Ken Sparkes could speak into anything and make it sound brilliant.

[@Aussieaudio]

Sage advice right here, I totally wasn't expecting to hear that. What a voice and what a mic!

[@asesuvartotojas]

Now thats a real review :) This dude is awesome

[@dougrussell4597]

Happy to say that I've used the Procaster in my home studio in Wisconsin for several months now and it works brilliantly. For my AM station, you cannot tell the difference on the air between the Procaster and the mics (Neumann and RE20's) that we use in the actual radio studio. I'm very happy with the product.

[@DanielBachmann]

This is my favorite video if you plan to get a real microphone which also features excellent microphone technique. I just installed it and could not be happier with the Rode Procaster which is made by one of the best microphone manufacterers in the world!

[@JoshuaCListon]

This is the most entertaining mic review video on YT. And what a voice. Ken is all gold!

[@djb7116]

I could tell this video was qualitiy the moment it started. This guy explained the mic itself and technique flawlessly. I think I sound a little like this guy and he sounded great!

[@JBM425]

Very helpful video... not only to extol the virtues of the Rode Procaster, but also valuable techniques for using it!

[@kpowered]

The world needs more reviews like this.

[@gurucharan19]

Damn watching this after 11 years, woof

[@euganov6975]

This is such fundamental information! Everyone needs to know this stuff to get a good setup working well. THX for this awesome Video!

[@garrettknighthd]

I really like this dude haha

[@DaneMarley]

Very impressed with this setup. I bought the mic, shockmount and the arm and im impressed with with sheer quality. Thanks for the vid Ken and thanks RODE.

[@ArvyVillamarzo]

This really addresses all the concerns that other people have brought up about this mic. Some youtubers are saying that it pops a lot and that you may need to put a foam on it. Didnt hear plosives from this video though.

[@Aussiesound1]

Thank you for the comment. Never been too concerned about the visual but more about the audio.The audio quality is not enhanced, it from mic to camera. We aimed at a natural sound with no enhancement. I will pass on your comment to the IT team and appreciate you making a positive comment.

[@Aussiesound1]

Many thanks I just love promoting Rode. KS

[@tausendwasser6701]

Good microphone. Awesome speaker voice. Awesome results.

[@reamp0000]

*Awesome mic and great advice from Ken Sparkes

[@Gettodachoppapod]

Fantastic and very informative video I’m hoping to get a ride procastet in the new year. For over 10 years I’ve done varies podcady but I’ve always used usb mics which I haven’t never been happy with the result I’ve finally decided to try and save up and hopefully by a Rode broadcaster Thanks again for a great video

[@TheTheoristKEH]

Ok, I'm sold. Buying this mic right now.

[@DanielOrtegoUSA]

Great video so thanks! I'm new so I'm still cutting my teeth on equipment and believe me, UPS loves me. Currently am on my second microphone and though I'm quite happy with it I found the RODE to be very impressive. Moreover, I learned a lot from your tips regarding microphone technique, and that in itself was actually more valuable!

[@WhatsThatLikeDJ]

Fut, Fut, Fut, Fut, Fut, Fut, Fut, Fuck..... whoops

[@peterm3964]

You have a great voice you seem to have the voice I associate with radio .

[@B4NTO]

Tip for people who might want to get this is to make sure that your Audio Interface got enough cream to work good with the Procaster. I myself got this Microphone Rode Procaster and it's great but i also got an Scarlett 2i2 and it's a bit to weak to handle the Procaster so what i did was to get another part called Cloudlifter CL-1 which adds extra gain which is something that these Dynamic Microphone needs more of than a Condenser Microphone. There is also cheaper alternatives to the Cloudlifter CL-1 such as a Triton Fethead Might be more options to it now tho and you might get an more expensive Audio Interface which can give more gain than a Cloudlifter CL-1 for that extra cash you would have spent on a Cloudlifter since they are pretty expensive. Hope it might helped someone out and enjoy your Procaster if you get one!

[@MussePlaysMostlyPC]

Hej b4nto! Hur vet du att procastern behöver extra "power" Jag har själv en Procaster med en scarlet som jag tror funkar bra. Kan man höra om procasten behöver mer ström? Är det något man hör direkt eller är det något som är självklart?

[@B4NTO]

Musse Plays Kör du med Scarlett 2i2 eller någon annan Scarlett? för mig så kan man se det när man spelar in att ljudet fångas in väldigt lågt / lite även på högsta gain på Scarlett 2i2. Köpte en Cloudlifter sen dess så kan jag ställa in min gain mycket bättre än utan. Kanske är olika för olika 2i2 eller om du kanske har en annan :)?

[@MussePlaysMostlyPC]

Solon. men man tycker att det inte borde vara någon skillnad. Jag blev bara lite fundersam när jag läste din comment. Jag har hög gain på interfacen (nästan fullt) men ljusterar för det mesa gainen på audacity liiger runt 70 % av max. Lyssnade på en video med din röst känns som du har nailat down inställningar för din röst, alla röster är ju olika jag har bara lite svårt att hitta mina inställningar :) Har du något mer tips hur du använder mikrofonen, inställningar, position? Känns som jag hade lite tur att hitta någon som nästan har samma utrustning. Ska nog testa att köpa en cloudlifter se om det är någon skillnad. Någon som du rekommenderar?

[@B4NTO]

Musse Plays Tackar :) jag skiftar dock runt mellan 2 mikrofoner. Har en Blue Yeti och Procastern senaste videon var med Procastern. Ja det beror ju alltid på saker som hur högt och hur nära man pratar / sjunger vad man nu gör med mikrofonen hur det fungerar ihop :) För mig med 100% gain i windows och på scarlett 2i2 så är det för lite jag måste sitta ca 2-3 cm max för att det ska va någorlunda bra. Hört att Dynamiska mikrofoner brukar behöva lite mer Gain än Kondensator Mikrofoner. När jag använder Procastern så kör jag med min Cloudlifter CL-1 finns att köpa från t.ex Thomann därifrån jag köpte och man får pengar att beställa mer om man gör en review för produkterna man handlar där med så tror jag köpte denna för halva priset eftersom jag handlat där förr :) är rätt dyra men jag tycker att det var värt det för att få en passande gain för min setup och hur jag pratar. Det skall finnas någon grej från Triton som jag inte minns namn på just nu som ska vara billigare än cloudlifter cl-1 men aldrig testat själv men den bör också funka bra och billigare. Men om dina inspelningar känns stabila med bra nivå på infångat ljud så hade jag inte skaffat en cloudlifter tror det blir kastade pengar i sjön. Men för mig gör det en enorm skillnad. Hade förövrigt Rode Podcaster innan men den var defekt alla 4-5 gångerna så valde en Procaster och den är sjukt mycket bättre tycker jag! Hoppas det hjälper något :)

[@B4NTO]

Har en fråga till dig som med har scarlett dock som jag märkt med min att den clippar går i taket vid -6db och det är om jag kör utan cloudliftern också. Är det likadant för dig att det är där peaken är eller är det vid 0? Min Blue Yeti clippar / peakar vid 0db.

[@TutorVid]

great tips. thanks

[@MartinBenesPs]

awesome mic. Rode rocks

[@richdm]

I have the Heil PR40, excellent! I am using Mogami cable and MXL USB-to-XLR adapter into my Macbook Pro.

[@nathanbrewer6032]

Well Done!

[@TrueShayari]

Sir, I want to be over. This microphone would be good for home. It is used for recording or for live purpose ? Why people's saying that it's use only for live ?

[@GeelongCableLocations]

Ok question, Ken mentioned that you should test it out. So where abouts would you go to test out a microphone?

[@neriomorenove]

Great. How it work in instrument recording?

[@alrashka]

The Rode Procaster has a integrated EQ.....

[@MatteNoob]

Does this need an amp? I have an Xonar Essence ST sound card. Can I just use XLR to 1/4" jack and plug it into my sound card?

[@Lanesplitter]

I've just ordered one of these to compare with the Heil Sound PRO-40 (another dynamic studio mic) If it's favourable - you can have my Heil for a reasonable price ;-)

[@EeeScape]

Sounds good. But this guy needs to upgrade his video resolution (240p) since it affects the quality of the embedded audio codec.

[@NasserAlhameli]

Does dynamic mics needs pop filter?

[@Slipsch]

@Rode can you guys please put serious effort in making the best Broadcast/Podcast mic, this is good but we want something much more higher end to dethrone the SM7B and RE20. And please no to your dual xlr and usb mic that you guys been doing. I get the idea, but we want a serious mic, a true professional mic. Not something that, you use USB first then when you are serious then can get an audio interface kind of mic. I know it's weird, but I rather not have unnecessary electronics in my microphone that I won't be using. Please make one with pure XLR, best of the best and with honors sir! I'm rooting for you guys.

[@Aussiesound1]

What is the name of the station and location? You may note this video was shot in one of the 2UE Sydneys studios. Hence ALL the background ID, whats the term? Product placement? KS

[@salahfz]

I have a microphone (Rode Podcaster USB) but it does not work and I installed the program to view if someone can help me plz, the problem is that the microphone does not come with a CD that is usb but does not recognize the laptop (Windows Vista): S

[@holotape]

sold

[@marinosavraam]

Hello KZbin Friends . I would like to ask if this microphone needs Preamp ?

[@gurucharan19]

Sed

[@herreiklar]

true, as if it wouldn't be processed correctly

[@De-M-oN]

Best microphones, but worst video quality on KZbin - Rode :D

[@pip5528]

LOL Since it was uploaded in 2008, it's forgivable and understandable as even 480p was barely existent on KZbin at the time.

[@augustoliver2779]

This microphone is great, but it needs a better pop filter.

[@rodemic]

Hey August, sorry to hear you're having trouble, feel free to reach out to our Service Team if we can assist. You can reach us here: rode.com/contact

[@tc59932]

Btw August, you can unscrew the cap and place additional foam just underneath, it helps with the breath and popping. Furthermore, you can try out the RE style pop filters like the BSW pop or Roxdon HPF for zero popping.

[@RazvanoCojo]

This guy is just epic, but rode...shame on you for 144p

[@Celladen]

RazvanoCojo the video was made 10 years ago look at the date xd

[@FluidGamePlay]

you need a amp

[@Decenium]

@truckdrivah 13 year old says what?

[@TestyPROGaming]

Fut Fut Fut Fut Fut Fut Fut 3:35

[@Aussiesound1]

Why not send me a photo of you behind a Rode mic and I'll pass it on to the Rode Team Best Address TCN Channel 9 24 Artarmon Rd Willoughby NSW 2068

[@playerofrock04]

Fart. Fart. Fart. Fart. Fart.

[@xXxHenkerxXx]

144p. Rode is great in making microphones but videos ? nah :D

[@rodemic]

"Published on 28 Sep 2008"

[@xXxHenkerxXx]

Nah! This is no excuse :D may i ask you a question ? will there be a new version of the procaster soon ? (sry for my bad. engl)

[@rodemic]

No new Procaster planned any time soon!

[@xXxHenkerxXx]

so i will buy one soon, thx :))

[@peterm3964]

You have a great voice you seem to have the voice I associate with radio .