RODECaster Pro II Initial Walkthrough & Audio Samples - It’s Incredible!

[@tombuck]

Here's my follow up video that covers the RODECaster Pro's computer-related features: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWfXl3hvhKmUmrs

[@Luke-vg7ut]

Is the Bluetooth audio actually usable now? Did they splurge for the more expensive Bluetooth codec so it doesn’t lower the audio quality?

[@Reaper.....2222]

What's the cost?

[@uncleMike-uu2mh]

Tom, I don't want to be a pain but I can't come up with a cabers for our podcast. Can you give me some choices or something spot on. Thank you Sir.

[@byromtaylor6482]

iwas a bit dissapointed you flew thro the inserts a bit and the effects ....can you put the effects on a slider and combine 2 say echo and reverb on slidders or is it fixed ////

[@geraldundone]

40 minutes of puns with Tom Buck. There's also a quality video in there, but I'm here for the wordplay. 🤠

[@tombuck]

The plan is working. 🤓

Tom, do you know that you are professional at audio description? There are multiple blind users are listening and sharing your content within the community? All of your tutorials are very good for us! Maybe you are not doing a special thing to make your content accessible; but you are touching/defining all details with your words! We are listening them like an audio description! Thanks so much!

[@tombuck]

Oh wow, thank you, this is really great to know! I try to be sure to add hand-done captions so that the videos can be a bit more accessible (and I'm sure you know that auto-generated captions are far from perfect...but sometimes hilarious). Please let me know if there are any other ideas for making things more accessible.

[@Gabriel-it5jy]

This comment deserves more love!

[@MMFF88]

U excited 😄 I love it! 😍

[@SxC97]

A couple things I wanted to mention: 1. I'm eagerly waiting for more in-depth videos, particularly around streaming use cases involving audio routing. 2. I hope theres a color blind mode as I'm red-green color blind and I couldn't tell when the monitor icon was red or green. 3, The price is $100 more, but you also save ~$100 by not having to use a lifter. 100% worth it in my book.

[@tombuck]

I would definitely recommend reaching out to Røde about a colorblind mode for accessibility. There isn’t one in the beta firmware.

[@rodemic]

Thanks for the feedback on accessibility, we'll pass this onto the development team to look at rolling out across new firmware updates!

@@rodemic Please do not forget blind users as well. We are waiting accessibility implementation more than 3 years, looking forward for good news!

[@GaryFab]

Yes please with colorblind friendly equipment.

@@rodemic Does RodeCaster Pro II have a phantom power supply? Informations on various sites are quite contradicting each other. As it uses condenser microphones requiring 48 V, I guess it should. Could you clarify please?

[@ykhemani]

Thanks, Tom! I need to go to bed, but I'll come back and watch this tomorrow when I'm more awake. Roadcaster Pro 2 pre-ordered!

[@tombuck]

I'm working to get captions uploaded as quickly as I can, but it's a long video with a lot of words, so it'll take a bit 😁

[@cjpreyes]

Hahaa! Love the vid! Yeah, still here watching (responding to that question after the effects part on pitch) Realizing it's more like an audio interface with built in sound card effects like the V8 soundcard, K1 soundcard, or even has the ability that the Maono lite and Maono Pro has before. (ALL IN ONE) 1st.. You can now connect to a smartphone to use it as a soundcard device for streaming apps via usb-c (a problem I encountered on why the one on the RC 1 can't connect to smartphone.. so maybe it doesn't have that ability) now I can use my xlr mics straight to RC2 then connect to smartphone rather than what I usually do (I connect my mic to RC1 then ouput the headphones port to the Maonocaster in the mic port only so that I could use livestream on my phone (so many headphone speaker output ports on RC 1 which is still amazing btw since you can get to play around with it 4 on top, then 1 on the bottom) plus you also have the ability to output the left and right to speakers. 2nd.. you have the ability to change voices and pitch (though I haven't seen yet if you can make your voice sound like a female.. mostly it is what is usually seen on soundcards, a. High, b. Tiny, c. Low, d. Robot, then options for male and female voices) ...since it also has great preamps and clean output.. there isn't actually a need for the denoiser since I don't hear much of the environment or air noise.. though I think if you want to hear the sounds of the birds chirping or record the car horns or dog barks.. maybe just need to turn up the gain? So far things I haven't seen that may be a great addition is a like a fader for music, sometimes called side chain? I think it has you showed it in your vid.. but not that sure... it's like used in radio stations.. it's when you play music like a dj or radio... then when you talk to the mic the music will lower it's volume then when you stop talking the talking the musics volume will turn up again automatically. [Ok!! Saw it in the comments DUCKING Feature] Hmmm. There is also some frature though not that important. But some Livestreamers use it.. its like a karaoke mode.. where it takes out vocals on songs where there are no instrumental as for the moment so that you can make it like an instrumental you can sing with. 😀 3rd.. love that they changed the input ports to a hybrid combo.. than just an xlr.. though it doesn't have that lock anymore like the previous version.. (I tried to buy an adapter for xlr to 3.5mm or 6.5mm in order to plug an instrument but maybe it's just the one I bought.. but it's noisy or somewhat grounded so I eneded up not using it at all.. (but I did manage to plug my intrument (piano₱ with a cord of 6.5mm to 3 5mm then connect it to the 3.5mm(mobile phone icon) in rodecaster pro 1 and got to record it like that but yeah.. it kinda was not a reg setup. Haha!! But then just used the bluetooth function for my Smartphone. 4th... the great thing abt this all in one setup is that it's really like an all in one and features more advanced than before (you don't need to access the app onto the computer anymore unlike th RC1.. in the RC2 you can customize in right there and then) Ok will continue on watching again. Haha!! Just had to make a quick stop reply on still here watching. 😀

[@cjpreyes]

Yey! Finished the video! Love the instrument parts. Though that means we can now connect the guitar soundbox too straight up to the RC2 or like an old school type use a mixer.. (I even did try to use bothe the scarlet focusrite to incorporate the instruments and connect the RC to focusrite since I'm not sure it can do vice versa but yeah.. there was delay issues I do hope they still get firmware updates an included a reverb to the RC1. They had it as a beta version before.. did actually removed the latest update and gone with their old beta update with the reverb. And it works amazing! Especially if we had to record for singing... but ofcourse since its an old beta version... it had alot of features not accessible.. plus I don't think when plugged to the computer you can hear the reverb effect (I'm bot that sure anymore since I never used it again like that but just used the maono) Anyways!! This really is amazing! Haven't used my RC1 for literally months due to work.. maybe would sell it and some of my soundcards and just but this one for a minimal setup.. or just what you said.. it's still great... and maybe I don't need the new one since I do get to use only some features from it.. I haven't even scratched the surface of the 1st gen yet.. but I do have a messy and complicated setup since its not an all in one type of gear unlike the gen 2. Thanks alot Tom.. felt like I haven't watched your vids from some time now.. Have to do some catching up again. Continue on what you do great! Positivity and motivation! It helps alot! God bless! 😊🤗👏🏻💯

[@RobertoChibbaro]

Tom, can you please upload original files? I think YT remove a lot of audio quality, so i'd like to listen to HQ audio file to better understand...

[@tombuck]

@@cjpreyes Thank you! From what I understand with reverb on the original, it just didn't have the processing power to handle it reliably and Rode is very big on not releasing anything that isn't reliable. The RCPII literally has what is essential a computer processor inside and can handle so much more with a lot of reliability and ease.

[@cjpreyes]

@@tombuck it truly is an upgrade!! Can't believe it really was 4 years already. 1st bought the RC1 I think it was Jan 2021. Almost a yeat and a half.. also after watching your vid!! Haha!! But had to rely on other equipments for my workflow or use.. but this new one is really something I would consider.. I'll have to think abt it first since right now my top priority is to buy a new laptop.. thinking of getting a macbook pro m1 max.. but still need to save on it. But lots of stuff happens to come out. Like the atem mini extreme iso, macbook pro m1 max, this new RC2, insta 360 one x2, mavic air 2s/mac mini 3 pro, a7siii ugh!!! Too many!! Haha! But yeah.. first need to declutter things!

[@FullFrontalExposure]

Just got mine today!! Loving it so far and I haven’t even tapped its full potential yet!

[@mp999]

A brilliant opening review of the Rode Caster Pro II from Tom - the first using the beta software, and that 40 minutes just flew by. We were in fits of laughter with the demonstration of the vocal effects. Can't wait for the dozens of videos which will be coming on all the new features.

[@tombuck]

It’s so much fun! I can’t wait to dive in more.

[@Blobby420]

@@tombuck That’s what she said 😊

[@SailingIllustratedTV]

Thx Tom. Well done. A small note - the fixed line level out on the monitor channels (L and R) was also a feature on RCP1. That’s mostly for those of us using the Monitor as line out into, say, a streaming computer or appliance (instead of using a USB channel to connect). I also think a lot of us will get RCP2 and keep RCP1 as a sub mixer for additional channels into RCP2.

[@nicoleayache215]

Your videos are the best out there. I’ve learned so much from you. Not only are you punny, you have genuine knowledge of what you speak about. The passion shines through. I’ve been subscribed for a while but have been researching extensively for my studio over the last month and always come back to your page. We appreciate you!!!

[@tombuck]

Thanks Nicole! It really means a lot to hear this! I'm glad the fun and excitement shines through. It's easy to get caught up in specs and numbers, but I like to remember that this stuff should be fun!

[@andrewg79]

He's the reason I bought my Rodecaster Pro!!!

[@nicoleayache215]

@@andrewg79 same and just pre ordered the 2… he’s a national treasure!

[@sidvicious3129]

Hi Tom Buck, I love the work that you are doing. There was an incident in San Francisco, where a photographer while working on a wedding was beaten by two-armed gunmen and pistol-whipped. This photographer never let go of his camera gear and unfortunately, he took a beating. Two photography channels offered up a challenge for the Community with Channels to speak up on the safety and awareness of photographers and videographers alike. You are such a Photographer and Videographer. The two channels that are talking about this and offering this challenge are Vahagraphy and 247 Media Group. If you get time out of your busy schedule, check this out starting with Vahagraphy, who brought this out to the community on his channel and please make some noise about this on your channel as well as it threatens our art and it is often forgotten!!!

[@tombuck]

This is so sad to hear, thanks for bringing it up and for sharing where to get more info.

[@mallhits]

35:30 I would love for them to include guitar amp simulators in future updates. That would put this on a whole nother level for musicians

[@tombuck]

Me too! That would be incredible.

[@NobleEndeavours123]

That voice pitch section was a masterpiece! Made my day. Thank-you!

[@tombuck]

All my videos will only be pitch-shifted from now on.

[@RafaelLudwig]

I wasn't expecting to want to buy one, yet here we are! As always, a fantastic video walkthrough Tom! 100k So close!

[@tombuck]

They knocked it out of the park with this thing!

[@TrickTheTurtle]

Just a small content creator with a blue yeti and voicemod drooling at your set up lol but honestly man you just inspired me, and somehow managed to get me to watch like 2 hours of your content when I first got my setup I was told to buy this and buy that, and I did a lil bit of research on stuff but man I wish I had looked more into audio hearing you compare mics gave me a really good understanding of what I need for my setup. There's so many questions and things I could bug you about but I'm sure if I watch enough of your videos you've explained them and then some!

[@tombuck]

I’m so happy the videos have been helpful! Gear can definitely be overwhelming, but I do think it’s important to take it one step at a time and then get something new or upgrade something once your specific needs become apparent. What works for one person might not work for another, so it’s definitely important to find what works for you specifically 👍

[@waltjennette]

The fact you can save your own preset though!!! Man, that’s clutch!!!

[@tombuck]

It seems like a small detail, but it makes a huge difference!

[@FullFrontalExposure]

Mine will be here Monday after I had to send back the damaged one I received Friday. But because of you I’ll come out of the door running!

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

I bought the original based on your review. It's honestly the best piece of electronics I've ever owned. It looks like the II will exceed all expectations. I'm reasonably sure I'll be picking one up shortly after launch. Thank you so much for all the great videos and solid advice.

[@tombuck]

They're both so good, but I'm really impressed with how far they were able to take things with this. It's a lot more than I would've expected!

[@itsthehumor95]

You made this video over a year ago and I'm just here to say, you convinced me to get this. Now I'm just watching this waiting for my shipment

[@tombuck]

It’s an amazing tool! Hope you enjoy yours!

[@bite-my-shinny-metal-ass]

Same for me too. I’m gonna buy it now, after this video :)

[@matthewpateofficial]

1. Can we just take a minute and applaud rode for the colored cables. Makes organizing amazing. 2. Thanks for showing how you set gain on this unit. I was wondering how that worked. 3. This thing sounds clean. What I would like to see on version 3. 1. Motorized faders 2. Id like to see the symbols on the button above fader (like the Behringer x32) 3. Same for smart pads Good stuff man!

[@tombuck]

It’s so unbelievably clean. I’m in awe 🫢

[@RexxReviews]

@@tombuck Like DAW, Its from RODE

[@japanesefromzero]

I can't imagine any better walkthrough for the RCPII. I just ordered one based on this review. Thank you so much!

[@tombuck]

Thank you! I really hope you have a ton of fun with it!

[@myfoxfm]

Tom!! From one Tom to another, BRAVO! Great pacing, delivery, entertaining, fluid, informative, detailed and...do I go on?! Thank You for helping me set up my new RC2. Ya make me smile man.

[@tombuck]

Thank Tom! This totally makes my day to hear 🙏

[@Panyman555]

As a musician and podcaster I'm so happy this is out! I literally pre-ordered it like you suggested! Was waiting for all of these exact updates to happen over the original. Love your stuff Tom! Keep it going!!! 🎺

[@tombuck]

I just don’t think the original has the power to handle this stuff. I can’t wait to see where they take the music features! Remember those old Line6 PODs? It’d be amazing to have that kind of virtual amp functionality in here.

[@Panyman555]

@@tombuck Yes how gooood were they!? Oh man I hope they have some sort of virtual amp feature in the pipe-line! Surely they can with all that processing power!

[@joshuadelaughter]

@@Panyman555 Out of curiosity what do you get out of this as a musician that you wouldn't get from other, cheaper interfaces?

[@Panyman555]

@@joshuadelaughter I already have a focusrite so nice question! For me it’s just the versatility of the system. I like the notion of being able to record a without a computer on a very substantial desk. The Zoom H6 is great but sometimes you want more granular controls. Most 4input interfaces have only 2 headphone outputs and this has 4 which is pretty nice. The smart control pads are great and I can’t wait to play around and see what shortcuts I can create within Logic and Ableton. I do podcasts which is why I’m excited for this. The rodecastr pro 1 was great. But personally I couldn’t justify the price when the pre-amps weren’t good and also it only took XLR. When I buy gear, I want it to be able to do as much as possible and maximise my usage out of it. That’s why this Rodecastr Pro 2 is something I’ll be getting since I won’t be having it as “simply my podcast machine” but rather my hub for everything. Thanks for asking!

[@crumpetsbuttered]

98k subscribers, that's criminal your channel is brilliant.

[@tombuck]

Thanks so much! 😬

[@RobCharles]

Absolutely the best review of the new Rodecaster 2 without any doubt 👍👍

[@tombuck]

Thanks Rob!

[@RobCharles]

@@tombuck Thank you for getting back to me Tom. Could I ask where is the volume to be found for the monitor speakers? Also I would need a 3.5 mm adapter for the new Rode headphones?

[@Ellexis]

Just picked picked up the RODECASTER PRO II and I love it, but I came here as there are SO many functions, I wanted to learn more. Thanks for taking the time to put this video together and post it. Keep them coming! Say "Hello" to your newest subscriber!

[@tombuck]

You're welcome Ellexis! Congrats on the new RCP! I'm planning to do a few more guides for it, but I'm waiting to see if there are any firmware updates around the corner since it's been a while.

[@gravitymediapro]

Fantastic walkthrough and fun! The pitch shift portion had some true LOL moments. It made me think how Blackmagic could integrate a screen into a future ATEM and make it next level outside of the software.

[@tombuck]

Haha thank you! BM does make some higher end ATEMs with screens, but they don't have this level of functionality. It'd be great to see!

[@shoot_move_edit]

Tom... your ENTIRE pitch shift segment, sequence, or whatever, had me absolutely rolling 🤣!!!

[@tombuck]

So much fun haha!

[@danfos9053]

That processing rundown was brilliant, thank you. Love the real time graph of the noise gate and compressor. I'm reevaluating my dbx, haha.

[@tombuck]

It’s so much fun to use! I think that might be something I didn’t emphasize enough: this thing is genuinely fun!

[@danfos9053]

@@tombuck We could tell that with how animated you were :) Especially the reggae song joke

[@heatherjustcreate]

Seeing you excited is one of my favorite things 😍💜 Congrats on getting this beast of a video out!

[@tombuck]

Thanks for helping me through my stress 😬❤️

[@ludacrisk192]

Much respect to this detailed video. I saw some people knocking this vs go XLR , but for my use case Steaming, Multi OS win and mac, Storage and multi user just seems very configurable. Thank you for this.

[@tombuck]

Thanks so much! There are a ton of great tools out there, and it's all about just finding what works best for your needs.

[@FHOHNIC]

Also a brand new subscriber and fan who upgraded from the 1 to the 2.

[@MrCameraJunkie]

Imagine in a future firmware update " Virtual Guitar Pedals " Great video Bro 👊🏽💯 🔥

[@LedgerStatus]

Used the first one for years and just got my shipping notification for this one. Thanks for the video series, saved me a bunch of time. Glad they fixed all this, they hit nearly every gripe I’ve had and then some.

[@tombuck]

It's really awesome and it'll be even cooler to see where they take it with updates. Hope you have a lot of fun with it!

[@theworkingmanpodcast]

Looks like it’s time for an upgrade ! I have the RCP. I’ve been wanting the voice effects. Preordering now!

[@tombuck]

They're ridiculously fun. 😁

[@sidepieceseason1414]

I purchased a RODEcaster last year & then the miscast 4 came out & now the RODEcaster II. Thanks for covering all of these products. I am a recovering GAS guy!

[@tombuck]

Sounds like a case of GAS for sure 😁 As long as you're having fun, that's what matters.

[@tylerschmeling4537]

I wish that Rode would make a usb plug in sound pad, something with 4 rows of 6 high buttons that acts like a side car for your podcast so you’re not always having to thumb through the different options. These buttons should be an extension of the programmable buttons and therefore they should also be programmable

[@BillTorelli]

Tom.... What a great sales high "pitch" for the RCP II. You sold me. Pre-ordered my unit a few days ago...

[@tombuck]

It’s so great! I’m sure you’ll love it.

[@beardsandbanjos]

Looks amazing. You were having too much fun with those voice modulations!

[@GuilDormeus]

Thank you for making this! I’m just so excited for my RCP2 now

[@JDfromNY]

Tom, I work on an Earthworks Ethos microphone...I wasn't completely happy with it on the RC1...how is it on the RC2, does it have a setting, and will I be able to just plug it in and just go on the RC2?

[@tombuck]

There's no EW setting, but in my first tests with it I like it a lot (there's just so much more flexibility for dialing in the sound you want). I tried to stick with Rode mics for this video, but I use the EW pretty often too.

[@Chrisreedbeats]

just having some real pure fun right here with this new device! Love the energy.

[@tombuck]

Thanks Chris! It really is just super fun. I've always liked the RCP, but I didn't realize I was kind of an obsessed fan of it until now.

[@DavidFosterVlog]

Some of us are stuck on the couch and has plenty of time for gone with the wind... Just saying. 🤘😎

[@tombuck]

I'll keep that in mind! I seriously feel like this only scratched the surface.

[@DavidFosterVlog]

@@tombuck one thing that I'm curious about but haven't heard anyone talk about is the loopback type audio routing. That's a very critical thing for me. Is that due to software only being in beta?

[@DfmPodcast]

because of your review we bought this for our podcast setup! THANK YOU. (we talked about your video in our latest episode.)

[@tombuck]

Wow thank you so much! I really appreciate that and I'm happy you like the RCP. 🙏

[@fluffffs]

First you made me want/get the RCP OG in your earlier videos. Then after watching your live stream (after the fact sadly) and reading up, I ordered the RCP II earlier today. This video just makes me want it earlier… You make great video/audio tech videos with just the right amount of humor and cringy word plays. Thank you! (And yeah, my wallet hates you)

[@tombuck]

The wait will definitely be worth it! Plus it’ll be excited to see what new features get added through future updates. Nothing cringy about that! 👍

[@adrienvillez]

What an amazing tool! Love the video! Those 40 min went by, really enjoyed the review and love the puns as always!

[@tombuck]

Thank you Adrien! I'm working on a "full review" now that it's been out for a while and has had quite a few cool firmware updates. 👍

[@ckjjclan]

Tom - great review! Questions….. is it class compliant as a windows device? Do I “HAVE”to install drivers or can I connect via usb and windows will just auto seen the L/R inputs into the computer? If you add delay on the outputs, is that “assignable” or is is global?

[@tombuck]

It’s plug and play for Mac & PC 👍

[@sportstruthpedroperez]

Great review! You got me to buy it for sure! Can't wait, to start my podcast with a legit tool and now my son is gonna stream better. Excited!

[@tombuck]

I'm excited for you! I hope you guys have a ton of fun with it!

[@snap-n-shoot]

Hi, I got the Rodecaster Pro ll today and I am actually shocked at how easy it is to use with all of its functions and features, Incredibly intuitive setup. I have 4 x NT1a mics, 4 x Podmics and 4 x Podcaster mics so plenty to play with. I also bought 4 VXLR pro adapters so I can now use my sets of Wireless Go's and Wireless Go ll sets as an option. Just wondering what are your preferred settings for the Podmics that work for you?

[@tombuck]

Woah that sounds like a super awesome setup! With the RCP2 I’ve been liking just the default PodMic setting. I think it sounds really nice 👍

[@BlackDragonNationalPresident]

I'm a complete nerd so I've gotta upgrade! Thanks so much for the video. My best friend upgraded and he's been screwing around with it all damned day! I figured I'd watch the video first so I could just get one and jump right in, but I think I'll be screwing around with it for quite some time too!

[@tombuck]

Ahh yes, it's absolutely amazing and even since this video has only gotten better with updates 👍

[@aidenw207]

What is cleaner sounding, the roadcaster pro with cloudlifter, or the roadcaster pro ii alone?

[@tombuck]

I would vote for RCP2 alone, if for no other reason than not using boosters removes potential points of failure (more cables + more gear = more opportunities for problems).

[@Joshuarayfarmer]

Bro! The Rancid base line! You had me already, much love !

[@tombuck]

Hey thanks! Matt Freeman is the absolute best.

[@Joshuarayfarmer]

@@tombuck the solo in REJECTED!!!! Epic

[@barringtb]

Will the Rodecaster Pro2 have the ability to take multiple audio sources from your PC and allow you to control them with individual faders (Like the GoXlR)?

[@moomba_]

Main thing I'm wondering too, want to know if I can retired my Mini

[@tombuck]

My next video on it will explore the computer-side functionality.

[@barringtb]

@@tombuck you’re the best Tom!

[@traymac11]

Tom, you are an absolute gem - AWESOME and detailed review, bro!

[@tombuck]

Thanks Tray! I didn't even cover everything it can do!

[@aaronpk]

"I'll do my best to condense things" ... posts a 40 minute video 😂

[@tombuck]

Hey this was the condensed version! 😅

[@geekanoids]

Great video, very in-depth. I have reviewed Rode products for many years, they are always impressive.

[@tombuck]

They really do tend to knock it out of the park!

[@klinkokos67]

Very nice review/walkthrough there Tom. Tnx a million. Just bought mine Pro II today from a local internet-shop, and I can't wait to get it home and start using it. I mainly do radio-shows (internet-radio) but I also have a home music-studio, and I am pretty excited to see if this will function as a audio interface for me. It looks great and seems to have all the bells and whistles that I need. - But we'll see when it arrives. -However: Thanks again for a neat video. -I started following you too now! -KK from Norway 😀

[@tombuck]

Congrats on the new Rodecaster! Sounds like it'll really help with all your different projects 👍

[@Hitnrun69ify]

Tom, Tom, Tom! You do too much for us already which we truly appreciate. On a side note we already have captions on the KZbin and most Android phones that automatically comes on. Lol

[@CaliradoKid]

One feature I'd like to see added is the ability to see if audio is present on a channel BEFORE fading it up. So for example if I'm playing audio on my PC I can see levels before I bring the fader up so that I know audio is there.

[@tombuck]

Definitely something that would be helpful. It's always a good idea to send this feedback directly to Rode because they really do listen to the user community, so the more people who ask for it, the more likely we are to see it in an update.

[@Bubbleg26]

This breakdown is amazing, love your sense of humor!! Great video! Ordering mine now!

[@tombuck]

Thank you! I'm sure you'll love it!

[@kianajohnson9984]

I wasn’t going to upgrade to the second one because I have the original but after watching this, I’m ready & excited to get the second one

[@tombuck]

It's REALLY fun. There are tons of new features, but I don't think I drove home just how fun it is to use. I'm enjoying it so much! I hope you will too 👍

[@Liberti_Deveraux]

Your Corny jokes make me so happy. You make learning exciting and fun, I always binge watch all the things I can’t afford on your channel lol. Thank you!!

[@mikewyer8581]

Totally engaging and superbly entertaining. I’m glad I took your advice! Thank you so much.

[@AntwaneCowen]

You're the only channel I trust when it comes to this device. Sold my Rodecaster Pro a few months ago with the intention to repurchase this summer. Boy did Christmas come early for me this year! Thanks for being so thorough!

[@tombuck]

I really appreciate that! It means a lot to know you’d out your trust in my channel 👍

[@yinYangMountain]

I just pre-ordered one (from Sweetwater), and here are the two main reasons why: 1 - Preamplifier Gain 0 - 76dB; 2 - Equivalent Noise (EIN): -131.5dBV (A-weighted).

[@johnheiser2604]

Wow. Can't wait for the deep diving videos. Thanks Tom.

[@tombuck]

Me too! I feel like I'm learning something new about this every time I use it. Once I've got the official firmware and put a decent number of hours on it, then I'll do the super deep dive.

[@weddingproceo]

loved the captions while playing guitar and bass!! hilarious!

[@tombuck]

Very accurate 😉

[@sigjudge]

Let’s go! Thanks for getting this out so quickly Tom!

[@OgenB]

Holy shit! I'm so excited for this. My Rodecaster Pro has gotten a lot of non-pro use but I run a lot of D&D online and it allows me to have a lot of control of audio. Being able to hook up two computers and backchannel certain audio from each one WOULD BE AMAZING. It would solve so many problems. Not to mention the voice editing LIVE. HOLY SHIT. Ahhhhh.

[@And-c7n]

Tom hits the RODE with the sales pitch review. 🤩

[@tombuck]

Normally I don’t like feeling as though I’m selling a product, but in this case I totally don’t care- it’s awesome and everyone who can use a tool like this should have one!

[@And-c7n]

@@tombuck Nothing wrong with a reviewer being honest, enthusiastic and authentic about a product they like. I have a couple of RODE products I like too. I did notice you avoid the crass RODE branded new boom arm. Kinda tasteless and poor form an Australian company. Seriously Bogan.

[@FischtankProductions]

This was the best review of any product ever. Thank you. It’s already in my shopping cart lol.

[@tombuck]

Thank you! It's genuinely awesome if you have a workflow that needs it, and it's only getting better and better with updates.

[@FischtankProductions]

@@tombuck i do reactions and as of right now it’s just me my mic and my camera, but I want to have guests come in the studio and react with me and I think this is the best option for having multiple mics and headphone monitoring

[@FischtankProductions]

@@tombuck so i canceled my order and just drove over an hour away to get it cause i couldn’t wait till next week. Your review made me do it.

[@OgDj2024]

WOW! That is one amazing piece of equipment! I’m on the verge of starting my own podcast / radio show and I think this Rode Caster Pro may just be what I’ve been searching for! Very good review! 👍🏾

[@JasonTaylor-po5xc]

Glad to see the improvements. The one feature I was hoping for is missing - 32-bit float recording. This is the game changer for anyone that has started using it for their workflows. However, still a nice punny show.

[@tombuck]

I know this is a popular request and I wonder if it's something that can be added/enabled in a future update?

[@keali.alexey]

That’s the happiest video I’ve seen in the last months!

[@tombuck]

Thank you! Glad I could bring a bit of fun 😁

[@jeffsumeracki7263]

Great review! What an amazing upgrade to.an already quality portable production studio.

[@tombuck]

Thanks Jeff! Podcastage uploaded a full review video today, so I definitely recommend checking that out since it includes updated features. I'm working on my full review in the meantime

[@Zdravko100]

Great initial review, Tom! Can’t wait to see the other videos about the RCP2. Keep up the good work! P.S. Thanks to your previous live on RCP2, I managed to cancel my backorder of the RCP1 and upgraded to the new one. Thank you!

[@tombuck]

I'm so glad you were able to switch orders! You'll have a ton of fun with this one once you get it!

[@Zdravko100]

Thanks again, Tom!

[@cayman2010]

OMG. I LOVE the voice changer for my sensitive guests who call into the program. WOW … this is awesome. I’m SOLD!

[@tomsoccociojr.5776]

Hi Tom, I really enjoy your content. I know it is a lot of work to make these detailed videos and make it look so clean and professional…great job. I made the difficult decision to sell about 6K worth of outboard studio gear (including a relatively new RME Babyface FS2 Pro and Manley Core Channel Strip)…I replaced all of it with the Rodecaster Pro2! It just seemed to make sense in this new age of content creation. I hate to admit that event with experience and hours of dialing in all that outboard gear, the Rodecaster Pro 2 makes event low cost mics sound very professional and polished. I am primarily a voice over professional, audio and video producer and agency creative director so it works well for all my studio needs and its easier and cleaner to work with. I bought the Rodecaster Pro original 3 years ago and love it…we host and produce weekly radio shows for iHeart radio with it and get compliments all the time about he sound. And I am only using those Rode Podcast mics you were using in your video (no offense to Rode…LOL, but they are just $99 dollar mics)…they still sound great through the Rodecaster. Anyway…keep up the good work and I will keep on the lookout for more content from you.

[@tombuck]

Thanks for the kind words Tom! I'm impressed that the RCP2 was able to replace all that gear. I agree that it does bring up some mixed feelings: on one hand I'm proud of skills and knowledge I've spent time building and seeing that replaced by an out-of-the-box-ready solution feels a but strange, but on the other hand it's a much better workflow and opens up a ton of possibilities for people! I've yet to find a mic that doesn't sound great on the RCP2 👍 (err...ignore that NW800 over there...)

[@BrendanEvan]

Gosh I just forget how good your puns are. Why am I not watching more of your videos?

[@tombuck]

Maybe you just don’t want to PUNish yourself with too many?

[@gregwalker7214]

You have taught me so much at 58 years old and starting my Podcast🙏 I would love to know what type of equipment you use like lights and cameras 🙏🙏🙏

[@tombuck]

Thanks Greg! There are a few "studio tour" videos on the channel, but I've also got a Gear page on my website that includes pretty much everything along with short descriptions of what I use them for: himynameistom.com/gear

[@stephenlewis9436]

You are the Man Tom thanks as always for the fun and thorough breakdown of gear. We appreciate you!

[@tombuck]

I appreciate YOU!

[@deepinjapanpodcast7294]

Love your stuff, Tom! Would love to see an in-depth breakdown of the RCP2 with Ecamm Live - specifically in handling guests and sharing screens with sound. I keep encountering an issue where the guest hears an echo when mix-minus is enabled, but when disabled I hear an echo from the guest’s audio in the mixdown. Anyway, I always relish your stuff! Many thanks!

[@tombuck]

This is a really great idea for a video. Also, based on your name, your podcast sounds VERY interesting!

[@walied5922]

Hi, I bought the podmic because it’s what you like, and the rodecaster pro 2 because of you, (or because of your review, that also works!). I guess I’m preparing to make contents that are amazing!

[@rev8962]

You’ve been goodly accurate about the mixer in every way, tho I’d love to see the line in, in the second vid when you talk about the rode 2.

[@tombuck]

There's definitely a lot more to cover. I didn't even touch on the computer functionality in this one!

[@rev8962]

@@tombuck I can’t even wait for the new futures and the more reviews! I’m rather exited.

[@bobabbott8370]

Tom I totally agree with the headphone sound. The static in mine caused me to return mine. I now own the 2 and ordered the Duo.

[@KevinFieldLive]

This is s a fantastic walk-through! I think they've changed enough for me to purchase the Rodecaster Pro 2, I like so much about it, the default settings idea, the multiple record options, mic settings and so on. It means I can move on from my Soundcraft MK12, which has been a great mixer, and possibly the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, if I can rejig my set-up... not sure though that it'll replace my DBX286s, 215s and 166xs, time will tell - but I think I'm getting one! Oh and love the instrument settings! Thanks for the video, Tom.

[@tombuck]

Thanks Kevin! I think the RCP2 is incredible, and it's already gotten better with firmware updates. Rode has also announced some pretty impressive features on the way, so keep an eye out!

[@maytsehay9145]

Love the corny puns 😂 makes it much more enjoyable to watch/learn! This is a great tutorial Tom! Thank you!

[@derpescado]

Awesome review. Thank you! Now i just hope rode is going to make a mini version of this. That would be awesome!

[@tombuck]

I've heard a lot of people ask for a smaller one. No idea if it'll ever happen though 🤷🏻‍♂️ This one is pretty darn compact overall though.

[@derpescado]

@@tombuck true, it seems compact. For my needs, two channels an maybe one column of smart buttons would be enough. And this would maybe drop the price a bit and therefore be an alternative to the goxlr mini, just packed with a lot more features. Anyway, thanks so much 🙏

[@PatrickBoberg]

Your "playing perfectly with no errors" has convinced me. I need a RCPII. I'm excited for the detour your channel will take on music audio production. Please get to work on that post haste.

[@tombuck]

Yes boss 💪

[@aaronshortmusic]

Thanks for the video. I preordered immediately and really hope that it lives up to my expectations. Rode are making great gear!

[@tombuck]

Thanks Aaron! I'm sure it'll go way beyond your expectations, and it'll only get better with updates over time.

[@aaronshortmusic]

@@tombuck I don’t like to buy a product for what it will be in the future but luckily the launch product already seems outstanding. Can’t wait!

[@JLStreetDoc]

Thanks Tom. Now I have to spend money on something I didn’t know I needed. I was happy with my OG RODEcaster Pro. But this is pretty amazing.

[@tombuck]

If you’re happy with the OG there’s no need to upgrade! It’s still insanely great. 😎

[@JLStreetDoc]

@@tombuck yeah, if I can sell it OG for a decent price I’ll upgrade. But not going to stress, it’s still a solid piece of equipment. I do have a gas problem. I have a sm7b, but just got the re320 because it looks really cool. Turns out it sounds great too. Did a comparison today between the two and re320 won the battle. (For my voice) but I could go either way.

[@codygrable431]

Loved the review just got mine very helpful! Also loved the rancid bass line at the end!

[@benjhaisch]

I have no reason to need a new RCP but I knew this was the one review I’d watch for the new one. 🙌🏼

[@benjhaisch]

Although, assuming the headphone preamps are fixed, it might be worth it just for that…

[@benjhaisch]

AAAAAAAAND two minutes in 😂

[@caseyonlocation8257]

Tom, you always do great reviews. Thanks for the video!

[@tombuck]

Thank you Casey!

[@Ghostdriftx]

finally picked mine up so glad to jump in and watch again...need to figure out what to do with my pro 1

[@tombuck]

I hope you have a ton of fun with both of them!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Nice one Tom! It would have been suuuper cool if they added an Amp Sim for instruments. Maybe down the road?

[@tombuck]

I'm hoping this will come in the future. It seems like they're really prioritizing music, so it wouldn't surprise me to see something like that.

[@EnricoColacillo]

You made me laugh with your crazy “modified voices” 🤣 thanks for your videos, they’re bright, clear, perfect framings, detailed explanations, funny attitude.. really a wonderful job. Thank you again 👍☺️ PS you are helping Rode selling waaaaay more then they could possibly do as a Brand 😉

[@uncleMike-uu2mh]

You changed my mind and for the best. This video is spot on. Thanks again.

[@tombuck]

So glad it was helpful!

[@uncleMike-uu2mh]

@@tombuck Now that you have helped me with a lot, could you recommend a Camera. Thank you Sir

[@uncleMike-uu2mh]

@@tombuck Any thoughts on a wireless microphone system?

[@decaza]

Best review (and puns) ever. Just what i needed to finally place my order.

[@benpowerweddingphotographe1658]

Great Video Tom,bought the original on the strength of your videos & will most likely upgrade. Top content from you as always!

[@tombuck]

Thanks Ben! I really appreciate the kind words. 🙏