RØDE PodMic USB Versatile Dynamic Broadcast Microphone With XLR and USB Connectivity for Podcasting, Streaming, Gaming, Music-Making and Content Creation (Black)
$191.00
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The PodMic USB is an ultra-versatile dynamic microphone ideal for podcasting, streaming, gaming, and other speech applications. It delivers rich, full-bodied sound, with a pop filter for minimising plosives, internal shock mount for reducing vibrations, and a swing mount for easy positioning. It features both XLR and USB outputs, allowing it to be connected to a mixer or interface like a classic broadcast microphone, or to a computer for direct recording. The digital USB output features powerful APHEX® digital signal processing for capturing studio-quality sound with ease, and a zero-latency headphone output complete with level control, making recording seamless.
For ultimate versatility, PodMic USB features both XLR and USB-C connectivity, for compatibility with traditional audio interfaces and mixers as well as computers
Unlock powerful internal DSP and effects via the RØDE Central companion app, including the legendary APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom processors
When used as a USB mic, the integrated headphone port can be used for zero-latency monitoring, and has a dedicated volume control to adjust your monitoring level
An internal shock mount reduces the sound of knocks and vibration, whilst a built-in pop filter and external pop filter work in tandem to tame plosives for natural, clear voice reproduction
Rugged design with solid, all-metal construction for years of reliable use
12 reviews for RØDE PodMic USB Versatile Dynamic Broadcast Microphone With XLR and USB Connectivity for Podcasting, Streaming, Gaming, Music-Making and Content Creation (Black)
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Amazon Customer –
Can’t go wrong with this one! A pro Studio Mic
Excellent studio sound quality at a great price! MacOS and Linux compatible out of the box. Has support for both XLR and USB C. Easy to adjust at different angles, high quality fully metal build.
Doug Austin –
Amazing mid tier upgrade. Very pleased.
I wanted to upgrade from my Blue Yeti and this has been the perfect choice for my gaming YouTube channel. With a combination of this microphones software and some OBS tweaks my audio sounds the most clear and professional than it ever has. I’m so glad I upgraded and honestly I’ll never need another mic for what I do. Excellent choice if you stream, do commentary or do any podcast work.
Dee –
Nice and not too heavy
Great microphone for podcast, very effective and easy to use. Noise canceling and get for the price.
Jacob Chetwynd –
Terrible Mic and Company
I did a bit of research and found good reviews for this mic. People said it was high quality and it looked like it was. I ordered the mic, mic stand and pop filter all through amazon together for just about $320. I was using a blue yeti before for years but finally needed to get a new mic. The mic came and I set it up on the stand no problem although the usb-c wire they sent didn’t work at all. So I ended up having to purchase my own usb-c wire. I got ones that were usb-c to usb-c and usb-c to just normal usb. They all worked but another issues persisted. I had a bit of trouble trying to get it to function using the software and everything but eventually made it work. The sound quality was much better than my previous mic and everything seemed awesome for a few days. The issue I began to have was the mic would just stop working while I was gaming. The only way to fix this was to unplug the mic and plug it back in which is very inconvenient especially when it could happen every 2-5 minutes or just once an hour with no warning. I contacted RODE support about the issue and thus begun the month process of being gaslit by them claiming it was my problem. I needed to send photos and videos of the mic working and not working and trying it out on different devices and using different cables. In the end nothing worked and I ended up finally getting them to allow me to send it back to them but not for a refund because they refused to refund me anything as it’s not bought directly from them. I had to spend another $20 to ship it back to them and then just wait. Eventually I heard back and they didn’t tell me anything about the mic or any issues but rather said they will try to send me a replacement but they didn’t have any in stock. So I would have to wait even longer. Pretty quickly they got one in stock luckily and then I was sent the replacement mic in the mail. I set it up last night and gave it a try. Just like before the wire doesn’t work but mine do. The program even though I had it set up before gave me problems. And the big kicker is that it is having the same exact issue as before where the mic just stops working and I have to unplug and replug it for it to work again. I did some research and found others have had many issues with this specific mic and with RODE’s AWFUL customer support system. I HIGHLY recommend avoiding this mic and any RODE products for that matter. I am about $340 in the hole for this purchase and they refuse to refund me a dime.
Shaun McLaren –
Hardly any Background
Loving it!First off I love the signature look and style that they use across their products.It’s just frikking nice to look at!Setting it up was easy. Ready to go straight out of the box. I was concerned for a moment when I saw the USB-C to USB-C cord that it comes with. Luckily though I discovered that I do have such a port on my laptop. But hey that was a close one. This review could have gone differently.Also I have a Rode USB mic from a few years ago which I was able to remove the stand from and hook it onto my new PodMic. So that was really cool since the PodMic doesn’t come with any kind of stand.Tested it out on my DAW of choice and it sounded really crisp yet warm. Immediately had that nice podcast feel. I played with it while creating a new default preset chain for it which was also telling about the sensitivity. Yeah being close up on it is beneficial but I didn’t feel that it was as serious as some people make it seem in the reviews. Maybe it depends on what you’re trying to use it for. As of right now I’m not intending to use it for a podcast. I’m making recordings with it.It really doesn’t pick up a lot of background noise and even when I normalized the recording there was hardly any background, which is even more awesome for when I go to isolate it and remove it there will be less to detract from the original quality of the recording! Yes!!!Yeah so I’m really happy with it and though I don’t remember exactly how my first USB mic performed a few years ago, I think this PODMIC does better even though it may be intended for something different than Rode’s first USB mic.
Humbled Media Group Creatives –
RØDE PodMic USB Review — The Most Versatile Mic Out Right Now
The RØDE PodMic USB is hands-down one of the most versatile mics I’ve ever used. Whether I’m recording straight from my iPhone 16 Pro, my Google Pixel, or running sessions through Ecamm, this mic delivers every single time.What blew my mind is the fact that it doesn’t even need phantom power. Just plug in a simple USB-C cable, and you’re recording broadcast-quality audio in seconds. No interface. No mixer. No excuses. Content gets DONE.The sound is clean, warm, and professional — exactly what you need for podcasts, voiceovers, livestreams, or mobile content creation. If you’re looking for a mic that adapts to your workflow instead of limiting it, the PodMic USB is the one.This is the creator’s mic — powerful, portable, and ready for anything. In real life. 🤞🏾 #kreatesumn
Caleb Clegg –
Love this Mic, but a little more on the quieter side
I love this mic; it makes streaming and recording amazing. It’s easy to set up and offers both USB and DXLR options. I’ve only ever used the USB, but it’s fantastic. The only downside is that I’m a little on the quieter side, and I’m told I’m a little quiet, so I’ve to turn down everything else for streaming. Other than that, it’s perfect.
Brandon –
Ok i feel i need to address this but when i was first looking at this i saw it was frequently returned amd the shock hit me too but i felt it was such a good product i needed to take the riskok so before we get into the pros and cons i came from a yeti x and was debating on this or the shure mv7+ but since the time of making this review the mv7+ is much more expensive and after watching videos this mic sounded better on usbPROS:-im honestly pretty impressed how well built this mic feels and it does have pretty good weight to it-the sound signature is just so good for the price and even out of the box with no software it sounds great-the software is actually pretty easy to use and theres even an advanced mode for people who want more options-much better at not picking up mouse clicks or keyboard typingCONS:-the lack of a physical mute button is definitely taking some getting used to-the usb is usb-c to usb-c some people may need to get an adapter if using older motherboards or laptops with no usb-c (most stuff has usb-c but im just putting that out there)Overall im glad i gave this one a chance
Abdullah –
شبكت سلك تايب c من pc إلى المايك و جودة الصوت ممتازة لو كان عندك ازعاج بالغرفة استخدم نيفيدا برودكاست جودة الصوت تبي تقل شوي لكن ممتاز بالنسبة لي و الازعاج %80 يبي يختفي
Anya Katz –
Good product, for good price.
Sinkers –
The PodMic USB is awesome. It looks fantastic RØDE really know how to make a professional-looking mic — and the build quality is solid. Perfect for podcasting, streaming, or voice recording, and I’ve even used it on location where it performed beautifully. The sound is clear, rich, and broadcast quality. Having both XLR and USB connectivity makes it super versatile for different setups. A brilliant mic at a great price point.
Emmanuel Nlend Nlend –
Le micro est juste top 👍 il est un peu lourd mais bon