This Is Why I RETURNED THE RODECASTER PRO

[@marcoantonioregiltv]

I love my RØDECaster and I respectfully disagree. I highly recommend it!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

That's cool! Thanks for watching!

[@PawelBorodan]

@And Another Thing, with Dave While recording you have a small flag symbol in the upper right corner of the display. Tap on it and a marker is set.

[@PawelBorodan]

@And Another Thing, with Dave Yeah, to place the „set a chapter mark“ functionality on one of the buttons would be a great feature. Perhaps we should contact Røde for afeature request for a future update?!

[@johnrumely4099]

i agree with you, this is a GREAT product im so glad i bought it and i will never return it

[@piratetech3722]

I respectfully disagree with your disagreement, i had the exact same issues but i am happy to say they have released their own ASIO drivers now that seem to have removed its clunkyness with other audio software!

[@Joeofalltradess]

THE RODECASTER FIRMWARE HAS BEEN DRAMATICALLY UPGRADED SINCE 2019!!! Using it now in 2021 I have to say it is beyond amazing. I think you should try it again.

[@Joeofalltradess]

Just noticed you mentioned it at the end of the video lol

[@KrisArkade]

Love mine as well. Literally had zero issues on 4 different PC’s and 2 macs. Plugged it in, boom! Everything worked like a charm. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@PatrickCSullivan]

I would also mention that those issues only have to do with windows. In MAC it just works natively as an interface without issue.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Totally! I guess I forgot to mention that I was going through a PC Havent heard about many difficulties on the Mac end of things

[@Podcastforthewin]

I’m from the future and they updated the drivers just a week ago in beta. And they’re great

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I know! Looking forward to getting my hands on one again!

[@Podcastforthewin]

@@DarkCornerStudios nice dude. I was using a Mackie pro FX and a focusrite, but I'm finding the rode is almost perfect. I do hate the fact that audio ducking isn't global on it.

[@musicgearnetwork]

I was using a Presonus AR12USB and I recommend the Rodecaster Pro to anyone. Nothing comes close in sound quality at its price point. I have on for my Mac. Zero driver issues. My son has one on his Windows 10 pc. Zero issues. And the preamps in this are incredible. It is light years ahead of the Presonus in quality. I’m not biased I have both. Bummer you returned it.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I am very happy with my decisions so far...

[@jamestheradioman]

Ok, I'm a PC guy. I've also worked in radio broadcasting for 19 years and have done voice-over work as well. I've helped a family member record podcasts using my old Mackie 802VLZ3 and an ASI5111 PCI Soundcard in my desktop with breakout XLR cables going to the Mackie and XLR cables back into the ASI sound card stereo input cables. I had to manually configure the Mackie board to create a mix minus for phone calls via cell (using an Irig device also). It was a bit of a pain. The Mackie board still works, but it's getting old. I'm looking to upgrade without spending a fortune. I want the functionality of a radio station production studio at home😁: Voiceover recording to DAW(sound forge, Vegas Audio, etc.). I've looked at the Zoom L8 & the Roadcaster Pro by watching your videos. Based on what I've told you about my audio experience professionally, what would you recommend?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Honestly I LOVE the Zoom Livetrak L8...as long as you can get a monitor controller... You may find a lot of the "bells and whistles" offered by the RCP to be a bit much and not necessary for your workload. For price to performance...and especially coming from a mackie...I would say the Zoom L8 will feel like a walk in the park...especially with the multitrack abilities...(Without the breakout cables into a sound card...). The included mix minus and all the other bells and whistles on the L8 are cool...but it is also a rig meant for a studio... One that does more than a weekly podcast. Let me know what you decide...and good luck.

[@jamestheradioman]

@@DarkCornerStudios can I route audio from my PC (KZbin audio clip) to the zoom L8 and then back to the PC onto a digital audio workstation (sound forge)? I'm really surprised they didn't design an option to turn down monitor speakers.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@jamestheradioman Yeah...it really is annoying. So, yes, there is USB passthrough...

[@jamestheradioman]

@@DarkCornerStudios what about using one of the four quarter inch stereo outputs as your monitor speaker source? There's volume controls on those things too. I'm just not sure if they're balanced or unbalanced. However, I guess for near field monitor speakers wouldn't matter right? Wouldn't that solve the monitor speaker feedback issue?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@jamestheradioman It would...but you would get a stereo mix in each monitor... Not a great plan for mixing stereo signals... If all you are doing is mono mixing...should work just fine

[@nata.sasmita]

I am an audio enthusiast and have some mixing equipment like Allen&Heath, Tascam, Mackie, Yamaha, and some others. I really disagree with your opinion. Lots of people say that Rodecaster gives very good audio quality with tons of features, and I am behind them. If you say opposite opinion about Rodecaster, I feel doubtfully about your capabilities in audio equipment. If you give judges a product in term of its physical durability, then you better go to 60's era. And you'll get what you are looking for.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...you obviously didn't watch the video. My complaint about the rodecaster had nothing to do with those things... So...yeah...thanks for your input. Also...thanks for watching :)

[@brainpower3997]

Low and behold they fixed the issues. The firmware update is perfect. I love this thing. I use it for live-streaming, and podcasting, and VO’s. Paired with a battery on the go it’s also great! Cheers.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Cheers! Glad it is working for you! Thanks for watching!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I don't think so. I'd say order it...give it a shot...and if it doesn't work...send er back.

[@garrettdavis9630]

User error. Go to rode.com for driver issue.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...funny that you assume I never did that

[@nike12000haha]

The user error was using windows

[@kenmecone8010]

As much as I was attracted to this thing, especially after the firmware update, it is the price that has ultimately turned me away. I am producing podcasts from my sleeper berth in my semi truck, and need a smaller footprint for recording. Thus, the Zoom Podtrak P4 will be the choice.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Thats awesome. Never thought about it...but a sleeper would make a good sounding cut. Used to drive myself...but I was rarely long haul

[@taylor341703617]

i love my rodecaster pro to it's not for anyone but i do recommend it to.

[@PadreLeonel]

Hello (I'm Portuguese so my English might not be that good). I watched your video and I honestly want to thank you. As you know, Rode did update the drivers and made it possible to do multichannel via USB. I believe that its because people like you, that do honest reviews like yours, that Rode (and other manufacturers as well) step up and try to respond and fixe the problems that some people find. Honestly we can't expect that when the engineers think and design a product that they can imagine every single case of use for that product. But Rode seamed to have listen to people and their problems and said well, some of that we can fixe, and they did. So thank you, I bought a Rodecaster pro this month and I'm very happy with it (I'm a Mac user so I don't know how it behaves in windows). It's my belief that its better today (not perfect, there will never be such a product) than wen you did your review because of reviews like yours. So keep up the good work.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Cheers Padre. I appreciate your kind words!! Also...thanks for watching!

[@PadreLeonel]

@@DarkCornerStudios You'r welcome. You earned a new subscriber. I like your reviews, they're not pretentious, just simple honest.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@PadreLeonel that is sweet...thank you so much!

[@JudgeFredd]

The audio driver issue is more due to Windows than the product itself - no problem with Apple CoreAudio (no driver required)

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I know. Sad that I am not a mac user...until I launch a game...heh. To be honest though...it would still be a great add on to get some windows support beyond 3rd party drivers

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Thanks for watching though!!!

[@standol]

They are selling this product with Windows support so it should work both on Windows and mac,the same way!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Not even close. Windows requires a 3rd party asio driver for multitrack support. And that driver is trash

[@JudgeFredd]

@@DarkCornerStudios That's why audio professionals are using Macs...

[@483wrongway]

A little late in the commenting I know but came across your video. IMO This is still a great unit, I bought one and had the same issues myself with the drivers. I was so disappointed I also thought about sending it back. It's such a cool and fun unit I decided to keep it and, I'm glad i did. I was running Windows 8.1 on a PC and it doesn't see it as a audio device. I finally bought a copy of Windows 10 and it works perfectly with it to any DAW. I've used it with Audacity and Reaper. (Rode's Website fully states this about the Rodecaster, I just simply overlooked it.) Firmware updates could bring more great features, who knows.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I totally agree with you! I LOVED my experience with the machine...which I think got across in the video. My situation is unique though...I have an amazing setup...and if it doesnt tick all the boxes...its hard to justify. Also...as many people seem to forget...i am just reviewing and making sure to be honest about my findings. All in all...its an amazing piece of equipment and it works really really well. Either way...hope you enjoy...and cheers! Thanks for watching!!

[@483wrongway]

@@DarkCornerStudios Yes sir, Oh I totally understand, everyone has their own way of setting up and utilizing their equipment so it makes sense that it has to work across the board. I felt your review was clear and honest and I enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing your opinion on it.

[@thehohoshow1]

I wanted to give you an update. I got mine about 4 days ago. I hooked it up, went to Rode and downloaded the program with drivers and it worked flawlessly without hassle. Perfect for what i was wanting. I'm satisfied. now they did update firmware not that long ago. i don't use adobe audition, i use reaper. i do most of my stuff live on obs and spreaker studio. so i admit completely different uses. but again, for me, Perfect. i don't know if it does multi track yet, i haven't explored to see if they have updated that or not.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Good to hear. Glad things worked out

[@dab7963]

Yes. They listened and in the new firmware it does multi track recording now

[@Borisav1]

I work at a radio station as a presenter, I work from home on the Internet, I am thinking of buying this product, plus I put music in my interviews. do you think this mixer will give my show a certain level?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Its a great board...sounds good... It won't elevate your content...but it will sound fantastic...especially if you get phonecalls

[@Borisav1]

can I also use Winamp on my computer?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I didnt know Winamp was still a thing

[@talkingbuffalo]

I bought the RCP last week and I confirm literally what this video concludes about the drivers and recording via USB into Audition Furthermore, even if you transfer files recorded on RCP onto Laptop and then put in Audition, it's the same thing. Insanely low sound levels. I'm still keeping mine because there's just too many things I love about this machine and it fits my needs to a tee. Having said that though, it's very frustrating. My workaround has been boosting my audio after recording into Audition by Normalizing before anything else, then I can go about my editing with wavs I can see and hear... But normalizing is probably not idea. But anyway, I can confirm this has been a problem with me, and I wonder if it's a Windows thing or the same deal with Macs as well.

[@talkingbuffalo]

@Arriaga Two Yes. Same issue. If I record to the card directly and then transfer the files onto DAW on computer the levels are too low (way too low) and need to be boosted.. Also, yes you can record both Computer and RCP at the same time. It's a great machine as a whole with a few significant (in my opinion ) flaws.. Mic levels, file transfer times from RCP to computer if you record direct to RCP, and the processing options are on or off only instead of being able to dial in the perfect level that works best for your voice

[@Shipwrckdntweetin]

Your video quality is awesome!! Canon??

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Yes...Canon t7i! It gets better if you watch the more recent videos too... Lighting is about half the equation...not just camera

[@Shipwrckdntweetin]

@@DarkCornerStudios I so agree with you there. I notice you have the X2. I also have the Stellar X2. Underrated IMO. But I have NEVER come across the Arturia. Any regrets? “Who’s got a bigger knob?” Your humor was not lost on that intro!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@Shipwrckdntweetin lol...thanks... I regret nothing when it comes to this interface... Despite it being overkill...I dream of a day that I utilize all of its features. Would totally buy again 10/10

[@robertflores6927]

Rode has since fixed their ASIO drivers. I've had no issues using Adobe Premiere or Audition

[@DarkCornerStudios]

What do you mean "fixed"? They weren't their drivers in the first place? I am guessing you are on Mac?

[@robertflores6927]

@@DarkCornerStudios they have their own ASIO drivers now. and no im on pc.

[@robertflores6927]

​@@DarkCornerStudios just saying it works fine now with multitrack. no issues

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@robertflores6927 wow...so cool. Not according to every source out there...including RODE. They are on ASIO4all drivers. Why lie?

[@dab7963]

Great video. The effects on board were too simple but in the new firmware makes them customizable. ASIO and WMD Windows 10 drivers have never played nicely together. They do listen and I am confident that they will fix it. Why not just record locally and then adjust the files in post later? Not ideal I agree but the pros still seem to outweigh the cons ?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

There is a massive upside to the board. I loved almost EVERYTHING about it. But I get caught on things...and those drivers...are a mess. Now when you compare it to the newer Zoom offering...while it may not be as pretty...the Zoom offers almost all of the features...at a much lighter price.

[@dab7963]

@@DarkCornerStudios so I received it today and the windows drivers work fine however using asio4all works and I can record all 14 channels in my DAW but no play back. Also the fader on mic 1 does not work while recording it's like it's pre-fader which sucks. All that said the pros using the windows drivers and how it's designed still make it a winner.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@dab7963 glad to hear it fits your setup well !!!

[@dab7963]

@@DarkCornerStudios you were correct the drivers were a nightmare. I installed ASIO4ALL and used the Rode multichannel drivers and with the beta firmware of the rodecaster I was able to map all 14 channels in Studio One 4 and it's finally working as I wanted. You correct a bit challenging but finally working

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@dab7963 awesome you got it working for you!!

[@theMapex25]

I started off using a PreSonus 68c interface. It has continued to be a pain in the butt to try and get everything running smooth most spinoff the time. Plus, it's extremely limited. Got the Rodecaster and WOW! Why dding I do this before. I have to disagree with your experience.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Glad to hear it is working out for you! Its not that I hate the RCP...just the experience wasn't for me. Glad it suits your setup though!!

[@EscueladePodcast]

*You are wrong, I work for a radio station all my life, the best you can buy in this moments is Rodecaster, o the Noacaster the new one.*

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Just cause you work in radio doesn't mean you understand sound. Now...to be fair they have issued their own proprietary drivers which has fixed the situation...but no...the RCP is nowhere near the best you can buy. Not even a close second

[@EscueladePodcast]

@@DarkCornerStudios *No? If you need heart surgery you going to hire a gardener? The you, Check my channel, I got and test a lot of mixer, a lot microphones. I know a lot about that and Zoom P8 is good, Noacaster is great but Rodecaster is the best one*

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...I am good. Thanks for the offer though

[@ConsumerTeamPete]

Your comment about Adobe Audition is interesting. I’ve been using the Rodecaster Pro to record content for commercial radio programs for about 2 years. I’ve never had an issue with it working with Audition. We’re you using a ‘purchased’ version of Audition or the current ‘subscriber’ model (which updates drivers, etc. automatically)? We’re using the subscription model and it’s flawless. When we’re remote recording we record to Audition as our primary and the internal SD card as a back up. It’s a great system.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

You running Mac or PC?

[@ConsumerTeamPete]

Pc

[@DarkCornerStudios]

It's interesting...I have run across multiple people that have had no issue and some that have. Anyhow...that was more near the tail end of my review process, and I wasn't too keen on hammering down to find the reasoning. It may have well been my copy if Audition That has since been rectified...

[@dab7963]

ASIO and USB never play nice together. Especially in Windows. Why bother with the ASIO drivers at all? Why not just plug it into your computer and enjoy how it was made to work. I have a $2000 UAD 8 p and an Antelope pure 2 also about $2000 dollars and a MixPre3 ii about $750 dollars but on windows ASIO only sees the first port unless you use voicemeeter potato and fiddle around. This has good preamps and it can take dial in telephone calls and is so simple to use. Not sure why you are complaining about ASIO. You look very experienced and ASIO and USB in Windows has always been a nightmare. The recent forward upgrade brought even more adjustments to the audio tweaking capability. I tried to manually set up everything with my thousands of dollars of ASIO gear and finally gave up. The ease of use of this makes it a no brainier. At least in my opinion

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Well it doesnt have to be perfect...but ibhave worked with many mixers that can deliver the multitrack experience without all the fuss. And multitrack is a very important feature! ESPECIALLY at this price point. Without it...I would expect the price to drop

[@dab7963]

@@DarkCornerStudios true let's see if they update them

[@crazybabytvworld]

No faults at all that I can find. Sounds like operator error. The single piece of equipment has taken my show to new heights. Has all the features needed to run a fully produced Livestream or pre-recorded show. Also have been using my unit to replace my live mixer for client work. Best gear investment I've made in years.

[@davidponce7567]

The roadcaster, was did to podcast i think.... maybe you should try a focusrite o rme to work on voice recording...

[@dexgray4581]

Hey great video! Was curious… Any updates or fixes since you’ve made this video, that change your opinion overall? As far as for podcasting goes, this looks to be my main contender! Any recommendations on a soundboard like this one, that also have the possibility of in real-time voice effects (like reverb or pitch/frequency)? I was really into the goXLR, but they don’t support MAC, which at this point with Apple’s new M1 chipset seems to be an oversight being how powerful the new CPU is. Thank you so much for your time and help! :-)

[@DarkCornerStudios]

If you are running MAC, this will work perfectly for you. Back then I only tested it with PC...one of my shortcomings with this vid. There are NO driver issues with MAC, and this thing will work perfectly for you. In case you were wondering...no. There are no ASIO driver updates...probably wont be...it is too popular for RODE to bother introducing their own drivers... Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@dexgray4581]

@@DarkCornerStudios wow! I’m sold! Thank you for the info! I was a bit scared too because I heard something along the lines of “after Rode’s last firmware update, they ruined it.” I suppose the thing i THOUGHT I heard, was actually what you were just describing? Either way thank you for the massive recommendation/honest opinion! Excited to get everything going this year as my health completely returns :-) 🙏🙏🙏

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@dexgray4581 Good luck! Honestly it is a gorgeous piece of equipment...and it is VERY user friendly. Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@VincentOrtegaJr]

@@DarkCornerStudios asio is now available

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@VincentOrtegaJr yep...I did an update video

[@GrillWarrior]

I am thinking about getting one, which one would you get if you had to choose again? Both have some awesome options. I was going to go with the Zoom, but thinking twice about the Rode.. hum..

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Are you Mac or PC?

[@josiahblan9400]

@@DarkCornerStudios Mac

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@josiahblan9400 The RCP is your horse

[@thehohoshow1]

I got mine coming. I just got to try it. Lol

[@nimrax7461]

After the new updates is this vlog irrelevant. I love my rodecaster pro and it is a FANTASTIC device ! Next time you buy it and install firmware 2.1 when you setup, I think you will love it now.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Already have used 2.1. They still have not updated to include proprietary drivers. Still the same annoyance on PC

[@Bishopgrey]

@@DarkCornerStudios you’re the only person to seek to have an issue with this unit. You have a pc issue that is with your pc not the rodecaster. Also most people use Mac and not pc anyway. I work in radio and also I’m an engineer fcc certified. This is THE best unit I’ve ever seen in 20 years and I’ve seen a lot. You simply dumped on this product from the get go which is not Rode’s fault that you have computer issues. Did you ever once think, Gee I wonder if my computer is the problem? Not being mean by the way, just trying to help you understand and others that your issue had nothing to to with the rodecaster pro. PCs are also an issue and that is the reason professionals in radio, film etc use Mac. 10 years ago I made the transition to Mac and I never went back to PCs. You know the old saying once you go Mac you don’t go back. Now having said all of that at WEOM 103.1 when they do multi track recording using PCs they do not have any issues period. So I would like to appeal to you to give rode another try and upgrade to a Mac. Have a great day man and keep making videos.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Not a PC whatsoever. It is a driver issue. At that pricepoint, the inclusion of proprietary ASIO drivers is expected. I have never once run across something like this. For starters, I loved the RCP as a unit, and I would have kept it if it wasnt for those ASIO4all drivers, which if you work in the audio industry, are widely considered crap. As for EVERYONE loving the RCP...it really isnt true...we have a support group...trust me...WE are out there. And honestly...it is the same issue for everyone. Now, also keep this in mind...people can disagree of favourite gear...and it isnt a personal attack. If you like...or dare I say LOVE the RCP...cool. For me, and MY workflow...which is what the video was about...it DOES NOT WORK. All that aside...were I rocking a mac...which does not require 3rd party drivers...the RCP would have worked perfectly for me. But I also have a responsibility to respond with issues that I come across...and honestly...for those of us that are not on the Apple platform...this is a stupid issue to be having...and one that doesnt look like it is ever going to be fixed.

[@KlaccikCarpenta]

Thank you for the video! Great video and very helpful to me. Other videos don’t mention the things you mentioned. I subscribed as well.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Amazing! Funny thing is...I was grabbing some comments for a reaction video when this popped up...gonna have to include it now... Thanks for watching and I appreciate the sub too! Cheers!

[@gonz33-]

Hi, the memory SD card comes with the console ? Thanks.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Sadly no. Though you dont need a massive one...so its not a major blow to the wallet. Thanks for watching!

[@nike12000haha]

I have a 32gb card and that gives me about 8 hours of recording time

[@kontoname]

Finally starts talking about the title at 7:29 And it's the drivers. Audition has zero issues with them - likely it was due to a pirated copy of Audition. PS: Unboxing you'll hear him talking left channel only. Sounds horrible. This guy should've kept the Rodecaster and thrown out whatever he's using now to record... :D

[@DarkCornerStudios]

You seem hurt by my words. Sorry for that. As for not getting to the title until 7 mins in...I was truly enjoying my experience. As for the unboxing...I was recording with my phone...not sure how that happened... All in all I am sorry I offended your taste in mixers. As for mine at the time...it was a better mixer than this Sorry. Thanks for watching!!

[@q8styler]

Great video and honest one in the time of video uploaded but after the last 3 update firmware i think its now a new device with new big features that you need to try it again you will be amazed.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Yeah...I am looking to get into the beta...

[@ok-kf3qk]

Thank you ! I have been trying to find SOMEONE who actually criticizes this device . I felt like it was "too good to be true"...

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...I am in the minority. I find people dont like it when their extremely expensive purchase is criticized. Oops

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Thanks for dropping by to watch the video though!!

[@rocoafricamg1094]

You looking for someone to criticize why die from inside just walk away

[@Bodegajuju]

Dude this is click bate you know the rodecaster pro is top notch equipment.. its undeniable

[@DarkCornerStudios]

It is a great board. But it is NOT clickbait. I do NOT recommend this board generally if the person asking is running PC...and it is due to the drivers. IF...and I mean that...the person is running mac...the RCP is a great board and there are no issues... I stand by what I said in this video... Thanks for watching!

[@crazybabytvworld]

I have to strongly disagree with you. I'm a professional audio engineer / podcaster and the Rodecaster Pro is the goto choice hands down for podcasting and livestreaming. PreSonus makes great audio products. My Studio is PreSonus powered. But the Rodecaster is the business!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Not sure what you mean. Do you disagree with me about the RODE product...or PreSonus? And what do you disagree about? I liked the Rode...

[@crazybabytvworld]

@@DarkCornerStudiosthe drivers. The problems you mentioned are not true. Never once had an issue even with multitrack recording...... (firmware fixed it) but also, of course you don't have faders. It's not marketed nor designed as a multitrack control surface so that's a mute point.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@crazybabytvworld for the price point and reported ability for multitrack recording...it should be expected. As a device that only records in stereo...its way over priced...and to be honest...if anyone NEEDS multitrack recording...it is podcasters. I prefer faders. Would have much preferred it...but ASIO4all is trash. If you are truly a "pro" recording engineer...you would know this. Now...the question is...are you on Mac or Windows? The Mac experience is WAAAYYYYYY better...and it wasn't tested under those conditions.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@crazybabytvworld Also...firmware didnt fix the multitrack recording. Only releasing proprietary drivers will do that.

[@crazybabytvworld]

@@DarkCornerStudios I use it to record multitrack with no problem in studio one..... So I don't know what issue you're having. And podcasters don't need multitrack, it's just a preference for some producers. But I don't need to go back and forth with you. And as for if I were a professional engineer......... I have several multi-platinum recordings to my credit so I'm very qualified in my opinion. At the end of the day you use what you have and let your creativity flow. 💯

[@DreamPrincess010]

Did you see the TASCAM Model 12?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Nope...it is on my list though... Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@DJ-SPARKY-REACH-ON-AIR]

can i ask would this be ok for radio streaming as i like to travel with a small setup and can you put fx on mic ie echo ?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

There is no built in fx like that...but yes...you can use this for streaming radio

[@saltypancreas5866]

You have to try the zoom podtrack p8 and make a video about it

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I have been trying...but the shortages have meant that they dont have a review unit for me... In time...

[@saltypancreas5866]

@@DarkCornerStudios no problem, when ever you get your hands on it please do a full in-depth review compared to the rodecaster pro, and if the end result is you don’t like either recommend something in that ballpark,,, Thank You

Its 2020 I ll get your attention, I just need one you can't even clean them just give me one

[@DarkCornerStudios]

You want me to give you a RODEcaster Pri??

[@some______guy]

Took a hell of a long time to tell me it was its use as an interface that you didn't like. Always best to record locally imo. Then you never have problems. But this thing is expensive.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Took a long time for me to figure out the issues. You were just along for the ride. I should have done more of a review than a first impression style... Either way...remotely does work...though I really wish it was better as an interface

[@franciscoaguilar9323]

Hello, I have the same equipment, but everytime I turn it and off, it releases a loud sound throughout headphones and monitor outputs. Yours does the same?, because Rode support tells me it is normal. I would appreciate your kind response. Regards

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Yeah...it is normal. You should turn your gain down each time you power it off and on again

[@franciscoaguilar9323]

@@DarkCornerStudios Thanks. But it sounds even the gain is down in either speakers or headphones (it stills heard if you down gain?). I appreciate your kind response.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@franciscoaguilar9323 is your 48v off? That is usually the pop Keep that off until you use the ewuipment

[@campechanomedia]

It’s common studio procedure to turn of speakers and disconnect headphones before turning off equipment, to minimize or avoid pops and clicks. Doesn’t happen with all types of equipment but in the case of the RCP, I recommend you to do it like that. First turn RCP then Speakers and connect headphones. First turn off Speakers and disconnect headphones then turn off RCP.

[@ToddWhirley]

That bass drop tho

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...updated the intro recently... Though I do miss that

[@thehohoshow1]

wow, that is disappointing. i primarily do live and using this as an interface is a must. but if it isn't going to work out of the box, seems like too much of a pain at the price point. i am truly sad. thanks for the video

[@DarkCornerStudios]

To be honest...a LOT of people say it works just fine for them Especially mac users. I guess buy from somewhere with an easy return policy

[@thehohoshow1]

that would be a must. i've been looking to upgrade my mixer for several months now to make things easier on me and was very excited on this one because of the ease of use and amount of connections. exactly what i was looking for.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@thehohoshow1 take note of the Zoom L8 that is coming out very soon. I'll be doing a review soon

[@thehohoshow1]

@@DarkCornerStudios i have the H5 and primarily use it more for on the roadshows. it has more options and functionality than the H4. I'm looking forward to what the L8 has to offer.

[@joenoname4356]

I’m literally having the struggle between purchasing either the Studio Live and the rodecaster since both are portable.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Are you planning on doing anything other than podcasting? If yes, I would go with the StudioLive... If not, the Podcaster is a wildly powerful little unit. That said, The Zoom P8 is due out soon....... Thanks for watching!

[@MKlukowski]

Nice overview and spot-on opinion considering the time frame you recorded this at. Shame the vid has more negs than pos votes. I think it shows how impatient viewers are and most probably didnt watch it (to the end at least).

[@DarkCornerStudios]

lol...I have received some decent hate for this... Oh well. I also understand that a lot of people do not like people criticizing their expensive purchases....

[@booneymovies6495]

Wish it had usb port I have blue yeti mics

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Usb mics are their own little preamps. Thats why you will never find boards that take usb. You could always drop a bit of cash on a mic upgrade

[@nike12000haha]

You can get a usb-a to usb-c and plug the yeti into the board it works I have verified... however then it’s just you and the board no way to hook to your computer.

[@johntorres2144]

I just bought one. I can't even turn it on. I'm sending this trash back.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Well thats annoying. Sorry to hear that. I can honestly say once turned on its a pleasant experience.

[@BrianFVenge]

what the heck are drivers and what is a window? its 2020

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Ah! You must be a Mac user... Welcome... And I envy your OS

[@BrianFVenge]

Dark Corner Studios jokes aside ...you make a compelling case for your reasons - great video. I just bought it yesterday and was skeptical that why is there no bad feature on this unit till I came across your video. I am a Mac user but I also return stuff that does not fit my workflow first time. I do see though there have been many firmware updates so maybe this will get resolved eventually. Keep doing why you do and stay safe out there.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@BrianFVenge thanks man. You stay safe as well...and thanks for watching!!

You have now four get me one I want to get my podcast pro please

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...you think I have 4? Anyways...appreciate the offer...but I'm good

[@nike12000haha]

Get a Mac and your life will be much better both with the rodecater and just in general! Windows blows!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Actually the Mac sphere has its own share of problems. I have well moved on from the RCP...though I will be grabbing an iMac as a secondary computer for my studio soon. And while windows blows...there are many things I can do on it that I can't on a mac...so...for me its not an option to drop it

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Thanks for watching

[@nike12000haha]

@@DarkCornerStudios besides “real” gaming what can you do on pc you can’t on a Mac... I’m not being argumentative I’m actually wondering

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@@nike12000haha Well, gaming is a BIG one...as for someone like me, that is a massive deal. But here goes - 1 - Customization and Nvenc Encoding 2 - Cost 3 - Customization 4 - Less problems with updates...and yes...this IS a MASSIVE issue everytime there is an OS update for macs. 5 - Repair and support is ridiculously cheaper 6 - Available vram is higher on most PCs... 7 - Nvidia graphics cards that can do A LOT MORE I could continue, but I will leave it at that. The plug and play ability with a mac is superior...not gonna lie...but for a daily driver, the PC wins for A LOT of people...and is why you will find a PC in major studios more often than a mac. Cheers!

[@nike12000haha]

@@DarkCornerStudios fair enough, I don’t agree with you on the point as a whole but I certainly understand where you are coming from. Thanks for the follow up tho!

[@justacting234]

A bit "clickbaity"