The Rodecaster Pro with OBS for Livestreams & Video Podcasts!

The Rodecaster Pro is a game changing tool for audio production and it’s super simple to incorporate it into live streams and/or video podcasts via OBS. Here’s a quick rundown of the process:
•My Rodecaster Pro Review/Overview Video:
• The Rodecaster Pro: Ev...
•Rodecaster Pro:
geni.us/A3Rw1Gr (Amazon)
geni.us/swrodecaster (Sweetwater)
Rode has a lot of products with similar names: the Rode Procaster, Rodecaster Pro, The Broadcaster, and the Podcaster. Most of these products are microphones, but for the sake of clarity, the RODECaster Pro is an all-in-one audio production tool that I’ve totally fallen in love with.
I was toying around with the idea of improving audio quality for live The Rodecaster is a pretty simple plug and play device. I’m using a Mac, but I believe this should work the same way on Windows. As soon as you connect the USB cable from the Rodecaster’s USB C port to your computer and open OBS, you should see the Rodecaster as an available audio source.
This now gives you the option to use 4 XLR inputs for a live stream, along with auxiliary and Bluetooth sources. Since the Rodecaster makes it easy to incorporate phone calls as an audio source, this also means that it opens up the option to bring live calls into your livestreams.
The Rodecaster Pro is seriously awesome. Of course, you don’t need expensive gear to create great stuff, but well thought out tools like this can improve your workflow and make it easier and ore fun to create cool things!
Episode 118: Use the Rodecaster Pro & OBS for Livestreams and Video Podcasts!
» Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, my step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show!
podcasterplaybook.com
0:00 - Intro
1:33 - How to Connect to OBS
2:47 - Recording Phone Calls with the Rodecaster Pro
-----------------------
Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.
-----------------------
----------- CONNECT -----------
🎯 Subscribe! bit.ly/TEPsub
Instagram & Twitter: @sodarntom
Main Site: himynameistom.com
My Podcasts: himynameistom.com/podcasts
Patreon: / tombuck
Become a Channel Member: geni.us/joinchannel
----------- MUSIC -----------
•Artlist.io (2 Extra Months Free): bit.ly/enthusiasmartlist
•Epidemic Sound (30 Day Free Trial): share.epidemicsound.com/enthus...
----------- VIDEO GEAR -----------
•Canon EOS R (main camera): geni.us/0jnes1y (Amazon)
•Sigma 24 1.4 Art (main lens): geni.us/uvi3Fy (Amazon)
•Canon RF 50 1.8: geni.us/Zw30tt5 (Amazon)
•Canon 16-35 f4 IS: geni.us/h1Ys (Amazon)
•Canon 24-105 f4 IS: geni.us/ecnKnN (Amazon)
•DJI Mavic Mini: geni.us/Eh92 (Amazon)
•ATEM Mini Video Switcher: geni.us/YDcRX (Amazon)
•ATEM Mini Extreme ISO: geni.us/CCj5xl (Amazon)
•Elgato CamLink 4K: geni.us/vddHN (Amazon)
•Ecamm Live for Streaming: geni.us/ecammtom
----------- AUDIO GEAR -----------
•Rodecaster Pro (for podcasts): geni.us/9MKJ (Amazon)
•Rode PodMic: geni.us/EHeTTM (Amazon)
•Rode Videomic NTG: amzn.to/2ZKrHTh (Amazon)
•Rode Boom Arm: geni.us/shr0 (Amazon)
•Rode Wireless Go: geni.us/LvzUSM (Amazon)
•Shure MV7 USB/XLR Mic: geni.us/shuremv (Amazon)
•Shure Super 55 Mic: geni.us/ulcA (Amazon)
•Shure SM7B: geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)
•Cloudlifter Signal Booster: geni.us/b26l (Amazon)
----------- LIGHTS, TRIPODS, & GRIP GEAR -----------
•Nanlite Forza 200 (Key Light): geni.us/9Ofr (Amazon)
•Aputure Light Dome Mini (for key light): geni.us/vf5O (B&H)
•Falconeyes Flexible LED Light: geni.us/j4ENw (Amazon)
•Small Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/nanlite (Amazon)
•Big Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/nTwBU (Amazon)
•Aputure MC RGB Light: geni.us/IuE4 (Amazon)
•Impact C-Stand for Lights: geni.us/k97w66m (Amazon)
•Manfrotto Tripod Head: geni.us/tGhCPR (Amazon)
•Manfrotto 055x Tripod Legs: geni.us/qMO2 (Amazon)
•Motorized Slider: geni.us/mQXB7BB (Amazon)
•Overhead Camera Rig: geni.us/grpT (Amazon)
•GlideGear Prompter: geni.us/7K04A (Amazon)
-----------------------
- Who Am I? -
Hi! My name is Tom Buck. As a lifelong A/V nerd, I’m here to help you level up the audio and video quality of your streams, podcasts, puns, and videos. I was a high school Digital Media teacher for 11 years, and I started this channel in 2017 as a project to share my enthusiasm for digital media and teaching others while having fun along the way.
New videos are uploaded every Thursday morning, and more often when possible!
-----------------------
#Rode #Podcast #streaming
-----------------------

[@tombuck]

There's a lot of info in these 5 minutes! 0:00 - Intro 1:33 - How to Connect to OBS 2:47 - Recording Phone Calls with the Rodecaster Pro

[@goh6619]

Can you review this vs the GOXLR?

[@TMP10]

Ridiculous question: When you were talking on the landline to the Rodecaster pro, where was the sound coming out of? The Rodecaster?

[@tombuck]

Yes, it was the output from the Rodecaster 👍

[@BlackDragonNationalPresident]

The funny thing about KZbin is that, if you think of something, like you figure out that you have a problem - and then you imagine that you might be able to come up with a solution. And you ask yourself, "I wonder if someone on KZbin has already done it and can tell me exactly what to do to fix my problem - that is right in line with what I thought I could do?" ... and then you go search those keywords on KZbin or Google..... And then viola! There's someone that has done exactly what you imagined and has produced a video telling you exactly how to do what you imagined, so you don't have to go through the trial and error to learn how to get it done yourself! THANK YOU!!!! Bravo Zulu!!!! And yes, I love my Rodecaster PRO!!! Loved the video and subscribed. Black Dragon BSFFBS

[@tombuck]

So glad it helped! It seems like there’s a pretty nest community surrounding the Rodecaster.

[@mattdayphoto]

I’ve fallen down the rabbit hole of your channel and I’m watching a ton. Just had to say that not only is this another super helpful video, but the Bob’s Burgers ringtone made my day. 👏🏻

[@tombuck]

Thanks Matt! I’ve had that ringtone for so long I’ve forgotten it’s even an option to change it 😬

[@IanBagg]

Thanks Tom.It is people like you that help beginners like me and it means a lot.

[@tombuck]

Thank you! That totally blows my mind and really means the world to hear.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Man, your lighting and color in this video is unreal! Well done!

[@tombuck]

Thank you! The color is pretty much just Canon straight out of the camera. 👍

[@jcw7268]

I have watched a lot of videos regarding the Rodecaster which I purchased recently, I do it as a hobby, not as a business and may I say Tom your videos are some of the best I have viewed and I will be describing to your channel as I work through the caster.

[@tombuck]

Thank you! It makes me really happy to hear that, and I'm glad you're enjoying your Rodecaster. There's a GREAT community of creators around it.

[@tronkiechannel]

You're the high school teacher I wish I had. But now I've found you I can't wait to learn from you. Why? Because I seem to have a lot in common with you, especially having "too many hobbies" including music & video production. So I can't wait to become more like you thanks to your content. All the best mate, from your newest and proudest sub, Connor.

[@tombuck]

Thanks Connor! I’m glad you can relate to having too many interests- it can be tough to manage them all. I hope I can make some videos that help out!

[@kstuckey8]

Just earned a subscriber! I’ve been on KZbin for months searching for the info you just displayed! RCP with the OBS integration looks flawless. Hopefully my Nikon z6 would be lovely in this marriage of video podcast for me

[@tombuck]

Thanks so much! It works quite well. I’m still experimenting, but have gotten great results this far.

[@itsDailyGee]

Your videos are great, simple to understand and solves a need. Subscribed!

[@tombuck]

Thanks for the feedback, glad you found me!

[@kunalkamble9558]

You are too good at explaining, I really enjoy watching your video and learn every time. Thank you so much.

[@tombuck]

Thanks so much! That makes me genuinely happy to hear.

[@NasihahOFFICIAL]

Absolutely love your videos, liked and subscribed dude.

[@iSpike]

Cool video mate, liked the transitions. Cheers 👍🏻🎙🎧🎥

[@nosydmedia9591]

I watched one of your videos the other day and I could’ve swore you had 100k subs. Great content man

[@tombuck]

Maybe one day 😬

[@derickmccoy5852]

Great video and a big help for setting up this exact same pairing! You have earned yourself a like and a sub sir! Well done.

[@tombuck]

I’m glad to hear it was helpful! 😎

[@truestpain]

This was super helpful for something so simple to discover had I just looked at the manual but, why do that when you've got all the answers here! Much appreciated!

[@tombuck]

So glad to hear it! 🙌

[@marcebinger]

Thanks man! You saved me a lot of headaches by showing the "add audio source" part...I completely missed that on my own!

[@tombuck]

Nice! I’m really glad it helped- simple but important. 💡

[@22musickat]

Thank you so much for the info! Love your videos! Very helpful and informative.

[@tombuck]

So happy to hear that! Thank you!

[@TheFootballTerrace]

Amazing thank you my brother.

[@carlca]

Beautifully framed and I love your background and desk setup Tom. The best part was when you switched audio to the Rodecaster and it went up in quality by 1000% (sorry the VideoMic Pro or whatever you had off frame, that audio was not very good, and as soon as I opened your video it clashed with your otherwise well thought out and beautiful aesthetic. Anyway: subscribed!

[@tombuck]

Thanks Carl, the Rodecaster really is an amazing device! And it sounds great!

[@Mv3Trader]

Definitely putting this on my shopping list!

[@Jozay562]

DOPE... Just got mine yesterday. Here we GO!

[@tombuck]

Nice! I hope you make a lot of awesome stuff with it! 😎

[@hazemmedhat1622]

4.6k subs only ! That's not fair It's should be 4.6m subs I love your content so much

[@tombuck]

Thanks so much!! I read this first thing in the morning, and it’s a great way to start the day. 👍

[@mauricobian]

With time he'll be up there, don't give in 🙏 thanks for your tips! You made my decision a lot more clearer

[@NeshaBryant]

I barely comment on video's, im a youtuber myself & i have my own business as well but let me just say you deserve way more subscribers! Your video's make me want to start my podcast right now!!! Great job , very informative. Definitely gained a subscriber 😊

[@tombuck]

Thanks Nesha! I’m glad you got a kick of motivation! 😎

[@683147]

Totally agree with Nesha! Clear, concise, & enthusiastic! Great job!

[@voramai6286]

I just got mine today after watching your video last week. And ZZounds hooked me up I ordered about $1000 worth of gear!

[@tombuck]

Nice!! I hope you have some serious fun with it!

[@austinfrandsen2992]

Subbed due to your fantastic review!!

[@tombuck]

Thank you! I really appreciate that.

[@SonnyGreenwichJr]

Great stuff Tom! Quick question, can the tap buttons be used in the same way as the Streamdeck box? For changing scenes etc...

[@tombuck]

I haven’t tried it, but I don’t think so. Although that’s not to say some brilliant mind somewhere couldn’t find a way. That would be super cool...

[@georgedavidla]

Great video. And I love that Novation Mininova, man.

[@tombuck]

It’s such a great synth! Huge sounds 😱

[@twg2984]

this video makes a nightmare into a dream for beginners. Thanks for this!

[@tombuck]

Woo hoo! Hopefully it helped to shed some light on your questions.

[@GuilDormeus]

Forgot how much I love this video

[@tombuck]

Feel free to remember any time! 👍

[@barbaravillegas7484]

Brilliant! THANK YOU

[@seanflac]

Thanks for the video!!

[@drutgat2]

Great stuff. Many thanks.

[@tombuck]

You are absolutely welcome.

[@ranplan]

Awesome video, definitely helps understand it better!

[@tombuck]

I’m glad it helped!

[@rockentry]

I'd Love to see this in action! Maybe do a Live stream and take some calls! so cool man.

[@tombuck]

We’re planning to do that on Sharespark in the next few weeks!

[@kurtgremer]

I totally agree I would like to see it in action

[@THEGRIDIRONBLITZ]

Thank you sir! Doing a sports podcast! This will do the trick! I appreciate this! Thanks!

[@tombuck]

Nice! I’m sure it’ll turn out awesome.

[@THEGRIDIRONBLITZ]

The Enthusiasm Project 🙏

[@voramai6286]

I seriously love your channel 😚

[@tombuck]

Haha! I read this comment right after the one on the other video, so the answer is yes, you can live stream with it. 😄

[@voramai6286]

Yayy thank u LOL I've been bingewatching and learning all I can

[@meylove9694]

Love it, and enjoying it.

[@tombuck]

Glad to hear it!

[@3moneyrack]

Thanks so much!! I was always wondering if I could use obs to record podcasts! Still debating if I should get the rodecaster 😢

[@tombuck]

If it’s within your budget, I 100% recommend it. Incredible tool, with loads of functionality.

[@hazonku]

That demo of the phone bluetooth earned my like.

[@tombuck]

Haha, I’m glad to hear it 😁

[@DanielTolson1]

Great advice @tom

[@DaveNealComedian]

hey great content as always, finally taking my youtube into the livestreaming realm. now, like my 16th birthday, worried if people will actually show up ;)

[@tombuck]

Haha, don't worry! Even if no one shows up at first, you'll build a community of "regulars" pretty quickly.

[@Hitnrun69ify]

Tom, Where you been all my life... lol I just stumbled to your videos and I would have to say, your vids and your knowledge is very well respected! I've been wanting to start a podcast, and I too have the Roadcaster Pro. I hope I can bug you for some impute as for cameras and such and the do's and don't of this whole thing. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks, Tony

[@tombuck]

Hey Tony! Thanks for the kind words. Feel free to “bug” any time 👍

[@TheHistoricalFencer]

You're great at explaining stuff, so I have a request (if you take them). Please do a video on how to set up a system so that you can mix several camera angles and switch between them, and airing that as a live feed. Preferably using the Rodecaster, since I bought one and have been using it for my podcast (after watching your videos). It's great, so thank you!

[@tombuck]

Hey there! I'm thinking of doing a video about video podcasts, but in the meantime, I do have several videos about livestreaming events and setting up a broadcast studio at my work. Even though they're not podcast-specific, the principles are the same.

[@TheHistoricalFencer]

Tom Buck thank you!

[@DJSupe]

I am thinking about purchasing this device and all the reviews and tutorials look great. My only question is with the 2.0 firmware update. I am unclear whether there exists an option to mute the speaker outputs automatically when enabling one of the mic channels. Coming from traditional radio, this is a standard feature on broadcast mixers so as to prevent feedback. It is also great as an indicator that the microphones are muted and hosts can hear commercials or music without necessarily wearing headphones.

[@tombuck]

I think I get where you’re coming from. I used to work at a tv station, and this was similar to our audio setup there, but the Rodecaster doesn’t have an automatic mute option (or if it does, I haven’t found it).

[@Stiff_Richards]

dude i have all the gear. No idea where to start. Wish you did a step by step vid on how to do video podcasts with obs and rodecaster pro

[@tombuck]

One camera is relatively easy plug and play- maybe with a CamLink adapter. Multiple cameras becomes a whole different potato. 😬

[@MichaelW.1980]

In essence, all we get is a glorified 4 channel mic mixer, with a Bluetooth channel, a headset jack channel, in case Bluetooth isn’t working as good, and a line channel for audio from the PC it is connected to. If it wasn’t for the phone integration and buttons to put sounds on, this would be little more, than an audio interface with faders instead of gain knobs. As you’re paying for having that mess of a feature set in one device, while still needing a mic + stand and your laptop to use it on the go, I cannot say this is so much simpler to travel with, given I’ve been traveling with all that stuff (interface , mic, stand, shockmount, cables, laptop, mouse) before. And at home, there are better feature sets to get by going for seperate devices instead. That’s how I feel about it. Still hope you have a good time using it.

[@tombuck]

It’s all about your needs, of course. For me, I don’t want to need a computer to record, so this is perfect as it has plenty of inputs, headphone amps, sounds, and recording abilities all in one. As an interface, there are definitely cheaper options, but for all in one simple production, I love this thing.

[@i_sewJoeJones]

You are the best Bro!

[@tombuck]

Thank you!

[@BenjiDWJ]

A quick question: How well does the ducking feature work in an OBS live streaming scenario? As an example, if you wanted to be able to be heard whilst talking over your desktop audio?

[@tombuck]

To be honest, I never using ducking features because I always find them distracting. This one works fine, but I feel like you can still hear a little gain noise going up and down as it ducks. 😕

[@pm9327]

Thanks for the video. Some questions about using live broadcasts: - I am using the wireless microphone "Comica CVM-WM300 (A)" - What is your opinion to use it with this console? - Thinking of making video podcasts or interviews via Zoom and putting them on KZbin live, any suggestions? - Can you use a computer or other element to play music during the program? - Any extra suggestions for live broadcasts? Thank you.

[@tombuck]

I really recommend this video from Peter Gregg. It's a bit long, but he covers EVERYTHING you need to get a live stream up and running and looking pro: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYOpcpeMpZWnjqc But to answer your questions: 1. The Rodecaster takes XLR inputs, so if your wireless mic has an XLR receiver, it'll work. 2. The Peter Gregg video linked above will guide you through the setup for a video podcast. The tech part is the same, and then you can use streaming software to determine which platform you want to send it to. 3. You can connect a computer or phone to the TRRS port on the Rodecaster to play music. 4. My suggestion is to start simple and upgrade as your needs become apparent. Don't buy an entire studio at once and become overwhelmed. Get the basics, and your own unique workflow will help you figure out where to go from there. Best of luck!

[@brianmonarchcomedy]

If I’m using the USB port to hook to my computer for streaming on OBS or Vmix, Is it still possible to hook the rodecaster pro to my iPhone so I can simultaneously stream to Instagram live? Thanks!

[@tombuck]

I could be wrong, but I don't think so. Maybe there'd be a way to connect your phone to the computer as an input source?

[@teoAI_]

Awesome video! Do you record your KZbin videos straight to OBS or to the SD card? What are the pros and cons?

[@tombuck]

I go straight to the SD card to keep the R’s high bitrates and awesome quality. 👍

[@CaptainSalsa]

HI, great video. I have a Q. During the Live stream, you can send music to the audience? And if I will teach how the music rhythm works, the music and your voice will be synchronized.

[@tombuck]

All of the Audi coming from the Rodecaster should be in sync with everything 👍

[@CaptainSalsa]

@@tombuckAwesome! Thx!

[@lolnickfox]

I just noticed how all of your posters are The Aquabats and that is insane. Must subscribe and support the legion of righteous comrades.

[@tombuck]

Yes! Thank you fellow cadet!

[@ryans7998]

Hi love your channel. is your Shure mic plugged directly to the Rodecaster Pro or are you plugged into a cloudfitter or something similar first?

[@tombuck]

Everything was directly into the Rodecaster 👍

[@jazminforbes209]

I’ve been binging your vids. Love em. I’m getting this but I have the Rode NTG4 + im wondering should I get a diff mic 🙆🏾‍♀️ I’m doing livestreams on fb but it seems like it’s sounds way better with a podcast type mic. Advice ?

[@tombuck]

Oooh, an official binge! I’m honored! The NTG4 is a super great mic, I think you’ll get good results just by using a wind screen or deadcat with it. You can always upgrade later if it’s not the sound you want, it I think it’ll work pretty well.

[@jazminforbes209]

The Enthusiasm Project thanks for responding!! I like the podcast sound but I don’t want my mic in frame lol

[@S.ninoFilms]

Love your videos bro. I had a quick question. When I try to live stream with my rodecaster I can’t hear desktop sounds. Is there a way to fix this ?

[@tombuck]

It depends on how you've got your setup going, but if the rodecaster os connected to your computer via USB, you should be able to bring up the USB channel volume and hear the computer. You may have to select the Rodecaster as an output source on your computer first though.

[@GregMurrayEnt1]

Google Voice info was AWESOME. I just set up a Google Voice Account. Thank you.

[@tombuck]

Glad it helped! 👍

[@DevotedtoTruth]

Wow this is exactly what I was searching for! Particularly regarding the ability to incorporate the live phone calls. However, when on a live call through the rodecaster, can the caller here the different tracks/sound effects you might want to add in as well?

[@tombuck]

Yes, when they're connected, they'll hear the entire mix. Working on a video about that right now, actually 👍

[@DevotedtoTruth]

The Enthusiasm Project 🤩 Thanks a bunch! Can’t wait to tune in!

[@ShadelessDen]

Hey man! I think I've asked this before, but I am now coming back to this. How do you connect this to two PC's? I have a GOXLR Mini, but want more inputs. Will this be a good replacement?

[@tombuck]

This will give you 4 XLR inputs, so definitely more. But to answer your first question, as far as I know there isn't a way to connect to more than one computer.

[@IndieScreenTv]

HEy Tom. Great video. I am using the rodecaster pro with OBS and Zoom. I am having a problem with hearing zoom audio from my zoom caller on my facebook broadcast. A video on the correct settings when using all of these together would be great. I looked into it and they say you need virtual audio cables. I got them but it's still very confusing.

[@tombuck]

You could try running your Zoom audio into the smartphone channel on the Rodecaster with a 3.5mm cable coming from your computer's headphone output. Then you can still select the rodecaster as the Zoom audio source, so everyone in the call can hear you, and you can turn off USB Mix Minus and select the Rodecaster as the audio source for Facebook. I'm not 100% sure this would work and it could cause an echo for the people on Zoom, but it's worth a shot. As for virtual routing, I also have a video coming out about Loopback, which might be a good solution. If you have a Mac it would let you create a "virtual audio device" where you combine Zoom audio and Rodecaster audio and then select that device in Facebook.

[@safetyhomeloans950]

thanks for the video: Quick Q: I notice you added the Roadcaster Pro into OBS, does this have to be done for every single Scene in OBS, or just that one time as you showed us on this video? Reason I'm asking: I currently have 2 scenes with different .mp3 audio sources in OBS, yet they are not playing when running Virtual Camera over to zoom. The only source that's working is my Shure Microphone. thank you

[@tombuck]

I mainly use Ecamm, but in either app, I've learned to religiously double check my audio sources to make sure the right sources are selected and active.

[@inside6yarns]

Great stuff. Quick question, is there a way to use the multi channel on Røde caster into OBS?

[@tombuck]

As far as I can tell, there isn’t- the Rodecaster only shows up as a single audio source.

[@ChrisReidLive]

So tempted to get this. Question though - if I'm on a video call doing a live podcast with friends (who aren't in the same room as me), and have someone call in via my phone (bluetoothed to the Rodecaster Pro), will my cohosts on the video call be able to hear the caller on the phone?

[@tombuck]

Yes, the phone should be a part of the mix in the same way as any of the other mics.

[@ChrisReidLive]

@@tombuck That's awesome. Just wanted to make sure the cohosts could hear the caller, and, that the caller could hear the cohosts. Which channel would the cohosts come through? The one with the USB icon at the top? Thanks for the help on this!

[@LetsBuildThat]

Great video. What camera do you use for OBS? We use Elgato Camlink for PC but it does not work on Mac.

[@tombuck]

I use the Camlink with my Mac and no problems (along with the EOS R), that’s actually what I was going to recommend. For me, it’s always been plug and play. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@LetsBuildThat]

That's great news! I haven't tried the Camlink on the Mac... we were actually having trouble with the Elgato HD60S.

[@tombuck]

I have one of those at work, and it’s also worked fine with OBS on an iMac. That’s actually why I like elgato gear- it’s all been plug and play for me so far. Not sure why it’s giving you grief. 😕

[@PalabraDeSABIDURIA]

Hi there Tom. Love your vids. Very proff. I have a quick question; can i use the Rodecaster for livestreaming on Facebooklive using my cellphone. I have a Note 10. TY in advance. GBY

[@tombuck]

Hey there! As far as I know, there isn't an "official" way to connect the Rodecaster to a phone. What MIGHT be possible, is to use some kind of microphone adapter for you phone, and connect the Rodecaster's headphone output into it (essentially making your phone think the Rodecaster is a microphone and then use it as an audio source). But I'm not very familiar with Android, so I don't know how possible this would be.

[@PalabraDeSABIDURIA]

@@tombuck Got it. Thank you. Makes sense.

[@mictache]

Hey great video, this is exactly what I wanted to find out! Would you be able to also plug in your phone or an action cam in the laptop and use that as a video source for obs? So basically, rodecaster - audio, phone/action cam video, all connected to the laptop and through obs control all of them and live stream/record?

[@tombuck]

Yes, that’s totally possible! You can definitely connect other cameras to OBS. You may need an HDMI converter for some cameras, but any camera that connects via USB should show up as a source no problem. The only thing I’ve struggled with is making sure that audio is synced across all cameras- sometimes I’ll get it looking great with one camera, but need to make adjustments when I switch the shot. That all depends on whatever gear you’re specifically using though. Once you get it working, you could get something like the elgato Streamdeck to switch between angles and stuff. 👍

[@mictache]

@@tombuck thanks so much for your help!

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Re-consuming everything! 😂 thanks buddy

[@omegafuneralservicecremati7532]

Hi Tom do you have a video showing your whole set up to get the look you have?

[@elisacharters3208]

Agreed! Love the quality of your video! Can you tell us more about your lighting and video equipment/details/tricks?

[@Steeve108]

This is sick m@n !!!!! love it ^^

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

Google Voice only is available in America. Skype Number is a much better option globally. Nice video mate.

[@CriticasDeCineEn2Minutos]

thanks

[@AlexandreLacharme]

I am still hesitating between zoom h6 + shure sm58 vs rodecaster pro + rode podmic. Which one do you recommander at this time ?

[@samuelayalaelcasanova9893]

Tom what’s the latest version on your rodecaster ? You say you have the pause / record function? Thanks for your great vids

[@tombuck]

Hey Samuel! I installed 1.2.0 last weekend, which adds rec/pause, multitrack to SD card, and changes the interface a bit. It’s been working great so far.

[@samuelayalaelcasanova9893]

The Enthusiasm Project ok great, thanks I’ll update mine .

[@travisrood1256]

Hey Tom, great video as always! I keep finding my way back to this one.I I have a quick question. If I want to record video fromo my sony a1 and use my procaster for audio to tie in. What software do you recommend to edit and then upload to youtube? Imovie? Will that import the video and audio files together? Thanks!!!!

[@tombuck]

Hey Travis! Any video editing app will let you import the audio and video files. Some have features to sync them automatically, but you can always do it manually just by lining them up. If you’re running your camera through a capture card into your computer, then you could use an app like Ecamm or OBS to record audio and video simultaneously into a single file 👍

[@travisrood3893]

@@tombuck tom, thank you for the quick reply. The fact that you take the time just continues to reiterate you’re one of the “good” guys lol. I was planning on using my Sony ZV-1 and I have the pro caster for my audio. Would I basically run my av-1 to the Mac, then the mic output from the zv-1 to the pro caster and do it that way? I will check out ecamm and OBS. I will also take a look at iMovie (since I already have that). Thank you again.

[@tombuck]

If you're running everything into the Mac, then you can connect both the camera and RCP separately via USB. You can then select them as a camera and audio source in whichever software you're using. You might need to add a slight audio delay to sync everything up, but every software can do that pretty easily.

[@PaulMcGuire128]

Thanks for the video. Do you set your Rodecaster to stereo or multichannel in OBS? I am trying to live stream with an additional channel to Zencaster and one to my phone to play Spotify.

[@tombuck]

When streaming I usually use Stereo, but you could use multitrack with no issues too.

[@PaulMcGuire128]

@@tombuck ok, thanks. Last week I was using Zencastr and OBS with the Rodecaster and one setting muted my guest. Not sure which it was but when I switched we could hear him again.

[@PaulMcGuire128]

@@tombuck I am wondering if multitrack is safer?

[@hippa2dahoppa2]

well i got a quarter of my question answered in this video......so to record video with the audio, would you run the camera into the OBS program? if so what kind of camera is recommended?

[@tombuck]

You can either sync audio to your video in an editing program, or run the camera and Rodecaster into OBS to record “live”. Any camera will work, but you’ll likely need an hdmi capture card/device for the computer. The elgato camlink works great for that.

[@bobbyspops149]

how's OBS for that I wanna do livestreams and video podcasts, but kinda stuck with camera changes. I just wanna have a hard camera for it. ugh im probably balling but I like this setup

[@tombuck]

OBS is pretty incredible overall. I use it everyday at work, and pretty often on my own. Switching camera angles does require a mixer of some type, but if you’re just trying to get a signal from something like a DSLR into OBS, then you just need an hdmi converter (BlackMagic and Elgato both sell good ones).

[@holgerwinkelmann6219]

HI, have you ever problems with the monitor (or headphones) line outs in terms of noise? I read about this, ad we need to feed a external Amp for some usecases

[@tombuck]

There's a slight hiss for me, but nothing too distracting and I rarely go above 12:00 on the headphone volume.

[@SmokeSessionzTV]

Which MacBook are you using with the Rodecaster? Kind of wondering what would be the minimum laptop specs I would need to strictly create and edit KZbin videos and run live-streams

[@tombuck]

I’m currently using the 16” MacBook Pro, but I had a 2013 MacBook when I got the Rodecaster, and it handed it just fine.

[@GaryStockton]

Great video Tom. If you are doing a livestream using OBS or Wirecast, is it possible to monitor and set levels for a Skype video guest? I'm interested in adding some outboard gear for live video, but have heard this device may not be the right fit.

[@tombuck]

In theory, you SHOULD be able to add a Skype source via Bluetooth to TRSS cable, either of which will have it’s own volume slider on the Rodecaster. OBS will just see the unit as one audio source, so any mixing will need to be done before the output. I hope that’s along the lines of what you needed?

[@GaryStockton]

@@tombuck Thank you, great channel, such a great style to your vids.

[@tombuck]

Thanks so much!

[@Sebastian198910]

Does the Rodecaster Pro also act as a DAC (maybe even with amp functionality) to put a headphone in it and hear the audio from the computer while the computer receives the input from the mics? So basicly that it would be possible to use voice software like TeamSpeak and Discord just with the Roadcaster Pro?

[@tombuck]

Yes! I do it all the time with Zoom and Facetime.

[@UntilUWin]

Can you do a video about how you set up Ecamm Live and then use Rodecaster Pro?

[@tombuck]

It’s a pretty simple process- once the RCP is connected it shows up as a source in Ecamm. The. I usually add a 5 frame audio delay to keep things in sync. 👍

[@BenjiDWJ]

An awesome video! Thank you very much for highlighting this. 😁 👊 A quick question: Do you need to enable/press the record button on the Rødecaster Pro in order for the Aphex processing effects to be useable? i.e. the compressor, high pass filter, de-essr, noise gate & the big bottom for example, and be applied to your audio within OBS? Cheers! 🍻

[@tombuck]

The record button only starts/stops recording. The effects are active as soon as they’re enabled 👍 Thanks for the kind words!

[@CybertronStudios]

Can you actually hookup another analog mixer on channels 3 and 4 and pan it hard left and right? Use case, I want to just feed this unit with a master L and R from an analog mixer that has the whole band house mix and feed it into the Rodeecaster. is this possible? :)

[@tombuck]

You can’t pan within the Rodecaster, but you could do it with an external mixer (which is what I think you’re asking) 👍

[@JonDotExe]

wait, does it just mix everything down to stereo in obs or does it have true multi-track?

[@tombuck]

The recordings are true multitrack, but I'm not 100% sure if you cna do "live" multitrack.

[@steveross7005]

Another question. What switcher are you using with your multi-cam video show?

[@tombuck]

At work I use the Blackmagic TV Studio HD (there’s a 4K version too). It’s pretty great.

[@IFAACADEMY]

Hi!!thank you very much for this amazing video. I purchased the rodecaster I connected with my MacBook and I selected as source to obs. My mic works great but when i play sound effects or music it lays with interruptions and up and downs to the volume. Do you think that its is a broken device or its a setting I am missing? thank you very much

[@tombuck]

That sounds like there much be a setting doing something weird. It could have to do with your audio input in OBS clipping or having a filter/noise gate turned on.

[@IFAACADEMY]

@@tombuck Yes!!!!! thank you so much!!! I had put it just to try a noise suppression filter in OBS and I erased it and now working like a charm!! You are amazing!! thank you so much!!! I had the same problem with zoom and I turned the original sound on and I got rid of some filters and worked there too!! Thank you again!! Keed doing amazing helpful videos!!

[@IFAACADEMY]

and one last question!!!when you use the zoom or you connect a mobile line where do you hear the other talking from zoom or mobile. You select the rodecaster as a speaker from mac and you hear through the rodecaster headphones? In this case, there was a terrible echo in my headset and in the teleconference also! thanx!!

[@hectorarroyoburgos848]

Tom how can I get sound from OBS, like videos or audio files, that are held in OBS to listen in Rodecaster Pro when played to record them on the Rodecaster. I know them are in the OBS recording and you can see the audio meter in OBS moving wile played, but can't listen to them in my Headphones of the Rodecaster.

[@JonJacks]

Don't mean to sound creepy but I love you for this 😭

[@rasmusboserup5552]

Question: Is it possible to use the mulritracks in obs? I would like to input a voice chat on line-in and hear that in my headset, but I don't want what my chat mates are saying to be output to obs, only my responses to them in the mic.

[@tombuck]

You’ll have to play around with the settings and experiment, but OBS has a lot of options for adding and disabling Audio Sources 👍

[@RedBlueTalk]

I'm between beginner and intermediate knowledge of audio. There an audio mixer in OBS, there's an audio mixer in ATEM Mini Control Software, Rodecaster Pro is a mixer. I already own 2 capture cards. If I'm making a video podcast (1 camera + screen share for guests), what are step-up benefits for each way of solving the audio requirements? Confused. I put a premium on clean audio and ease of self-production.

[@tombuck]

They could each probably handle it on their own. OBS can do everything, but is an absolute pain to set up and use. ATEM has a pretty decent software mixer for audio, but your inputs are limited. The Rodecaster is a dedicated audio mixer/recorder/interface with the benefit of physical buttons/sliders.

[@shockjock35]

Just like you make your videos for KZbin. I have a GoPro Hero 7. How do you hook up your Camera to the Rodecaster Pro to sync your Audio/Video

[@tombuck]

Super simple- I must sync the audio and video files in final cut. 👍

[@steveross7005]

Did I ask about the tables you're using for your PCs? I like those.

[@tombuck]

They’re Husky 6ft workbenches from Home Depot. Super solid!

[@sazbabebe]

Hello. Will OBS use or work with the built webcam on your laptop ? I’m using an HP

[@tombuck]

Yes!

[@MahckMedia]

When I sync up the video from the rodecaster audio, overtime the audio will start to go out of sync? Is this due to variable framerate? Do you have a solutions? Thanks, nice vid.

[@tombuck]

I used to have the same problem with my Zoom recorder, and it was related to the frame rate of the camera. I would just split the clip and realign the audio when it got out of sync. It’s a hassle but it works 👍

[@freddymiguelponce]

GREAT video! Thank you! Can you use the Rode for a zoom conference?!

[@tombuck]

It usually shows up as an audio source once connected to your computer 👍

[@freddymiguelponce]

@@tombuck Fantastic! Thank you! Have a Productive and Healthly Day

[@deadmenwalkingpodcast]

You have helped me get to 100,000 downloads with my podcast that is 6 months old with all of your tutorials. Thanks you. I use the rodecaster, and usually have guests call in. Here is a question that I don’t expect to get answered, but maybe you can help. I have an iPhone 10s max that is wired to the rodecaster cia the usb (computer) port. It records a wide shot of the podcast and gives me the good audio from my pod mics. I have a pc laptop that is Bluetooth Connected to the rodecaster so listeners can here any clips we play during the podcast through the iPhone video. I have OBS on the laptop. I have a guest that wants to call in on zoom. My question is: How can I keep the wide shot with audio and video from the iPhone but also record the zoom call so I can then edit it to just show the guest’s face when he is talking? Since the laptop is Bluetoothed to the rodecaster, the audio will be good, but I’m not sure how to edit the two together. (I will have a video/audio file from the iPhone and a video audio file from the laptop) Does OBS allow me to just clip sections of when the guest is talking d put it on the screen?

[@tombuck]

Wow! Congrats on such a milestone! You should be able to use just about any editing software to overlay to Zoom recording on top of the audio from the RCP. If you’re on a Mac, iMovie is free, and Davinci Resolve is also good free software (if you don’t already have an editor you like).

[@deadmenwalkingpodcast]

@@tombuck Thanks!

[@deadmenwalkingpodcast]

I really appreciate how you pack in a lot of info in a short amount of time. No wasted seconds on the videos.

[@michaelfile6477]

I have the Rodecaster pro, I had some nice cameras that were stolen and I could only afford a canon t7. I am really fighting the production of this podcast. I won’t do an audio only podcast, however, if my content gains traction I’d look into releasing audio-only. I’ve been trying to record a video podcast with obs. Not doing well. I just want to sync the camera with the Rodecaster and my MacBook Pro, however my camera lags when I use the eos web utility. Like badly lags. I’m at my wits end as I have guests lined up, I have in studio music lined up, I’ve put a lot into this and my tech guy wound up going on a “vacation.” Now I’m the personality and the producer/sound/video/promotions guy and this stuff is all new to me. Any help would be incredibly appreciate. I enjoy your videos, I’m just completely out of my usual space. Thank you.

[@tombuck]

If the video element is causing that much trouble, I'd encourage you to either simplify it down as much as possible, or just go audio only for now. I know that video podcasts are really popular, but for many people, the audiences still just listen and glance over at the screen every once in a while. For me, that's not worth the extra effort of bringing in video. Of course, simple recording your interviews using whatever software you're doing them through is the easiest way to do it. You can add an audio delay through an app like OBS (free) or Ecamm (paid, but better) to handle any sync issues.

[@GrayHughesInvestigates]

Is the system audio already piped in through the usb?

[@tombuck]

Yes, the computer reads the Rodecaster as it’s own audio source.

[@dpl4563]

Tom can you provide what your noise gate settings are in OBS? I think mine is causing my audio to drop/ not pick up 100% of my voice in OBS.

[@tombuck]

I actually don’t have any noise gate settings turned on within OBS. For whatever reason, I always find them distracting.

[@dpl4563]

The Enthusiasm Project I think that the settings are on in OBS whether they're selected or not. The default settings on the noise gate is causing my audio to drop in the OBS mixer. When I start to adjust the settings in the noise gate, my audio settings improve, but I am having a hard time getting the exact open and closed threshold settings so that my audio doesn't keep going in and out. Can you tell what the settings are on if you were to add on in as a filter on yours? Adjusting the noise gate is the only way my audio doesn't drop as much in the mixer.

[@dpl4563]

Can you tell me what the settings are on in your OBS mixer if you were to add a noise gate filter? Maybe your default settings for your noise gate work for your audio so you never knew you needed to adjust them. I can not determine what is causing my audio to clip in the OBS mixer when using my rodecaster pro and you are the only resource I see using a setup similar to mine. Please help me.

[@TruthSeekah]

We arent getting any sound when we set this up. Do we need to download some extensions or plugins for mac or obs?

[@tombuck]

Hmm. Personally I didn’t have to install anything extra, it just showed up right away. 🤷🏻‍♂️