Australian audio powerhouse Røde presented 5 brand-new items and 2 significant software application updates Monday– its “greatest item statement ever,” it stated– at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Program in Las Vegas.
2 brand-new items headlined– the Banner X audio interface/video capture card and the compact RødeCaster Duo AV production tool. The brand-new PodMic USB, essential firmware updates to the Wireless Go II mic system and the RødeCaster Pro II production tool, and convenient brand-new devices completed the mix.
Røde presents RødeCaster Duo, Banner X and more at NAB Program
Røde stated the 5 brand-new items and 2 firmware updates presented at NAB Program will introduce throughout the coming weeks. A rundown of what to anticipate follows. Røde has actually not yet supplied prices info or particular release dates.
RødeCaster Duo
The RødeCaster Duo (imagined above) is a compact, portable all-in-one audio production tool for podcasting, streaming, music and other content production. It provides the very same functions as the bigger RødeCaster Pro II. That consists of a quad-core audio engine, Transformation Preamps, APHEX audio processing and sufficient customizability.
” We developed the all-in-one podcasting console classification with the initial RødeCaster Pro in 2018 and, considering that its release in 2022, the RødeCaster Pro II has actually been applauded as the most effective audio production console of its kind,” the business stated.
” The RødeCaster Duo will continue this tradition, providing whatever that users have actually pertained to enjoy about its brother or sister in a more compact footprint– best if you need less audio inputs however do not wish to jeopardize on audio quality,” it continued.
Banner X
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The Banner X integrates an expert audio user interface and video capture card in a compact, basic console for an all-in-one streaming service, the business stated.
For top quality noise, it loads studio-grade audio inputs for XLR, line-level gadgets and headsets with a low-noise, high-gain Transformation Preamp and APHEX audio processing.
Banner X includes compatibility with Røde Series IV cordless microphones, which is likewise concerning the RødeCaster Pro II in the next firmware upgrade (see listed below).
On the video front for streaming and other applications, Banner X provides 4K30/2K60 streaming and approximately 2K120/4K60 pass-through.
2 USB-C connections accommodate double PC setups, and 4 adjustable Smart pads enable fast triggering of noise or voice results and other actions. It works with Rode software application, consisting of Røde Central, Røde Link and Merge.
PodMic USB
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PodMic USB is vibrant microphone for podcasting, streaming and material production. It provides the very same sound quality and compact kind aspect as the very popular PodMic, however with XLR and USB connection, a streamlined brand-new surface and a pop filter.
When utilizing the analog XLR output, PodMic USB works much like the initial PodMic.
When utilizing the digital USB output, it provides a series of functions that make it versatile, consisting of a Transformation Preamp and top quality analog-to-digital conversion. Advanced DSP lets you include APHEX voice processing to recordings. Compatibility with mobile phones and tablets permits simple usage on the go.
It likewise includes a zero-latency earphone output and on-board volume control. And it works with the Røde software application suite, consisting of Røde Central, Røde Link, Røde Capture and Unify.
Wireless Go II firmware upgrade
A brand-new firmware upgrade will open brand-new functions in the compact Wireless GO II microphone system You’ll have the ability to conserve on-board recordings as WAV apply for simple transfer to a computer system, and start/stop on-board recordings utilizing the transmitter power button.
New electronic camera designs will appear in the just recently included electronic camera pre-programmed function. Other modifications consist of a variety of system improvements and workflow enhancements.
RødeCaster Pro II cordless microphone connection upgrade
A brand-new firmware upgrade for RødeCaster Pro II will open cordless microphone connection.
The brand-new upgrade lets users link any Røde Series IV cordless transmitter– consisting of the Wireless Go II and Wireless ME– for taping cordless audio straight to the RødeCaster Pro II.
” This extraordinary function is a world-first and makes the RødeCaster Pro II a lot more flexible, with more inputs and outputs than any other gadget of its kind on the marketplace, verifying its location as the supreme audio production console for material developers,” the business stated.
New devices
RødeCaster Knapsack
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The brand-new Knapsack is for the RødeCaster series, consisting of the RødeCaster Pro, RødeCaster Pro II and RødeCaster Duo. Including a soft, long lasting Alcantara deal with, ballistic nylon straps and a waterproof outside, it’s rugged.
In addition to a RødeCaster design, it can bring microphones, studio arms and other devices, along with laptop computers approximately 16 inches. Ergonomic adjustable shoulder straps and outside pockets and compartments for more storage finish the plan.
Wireless Go II Charging Case
This is a helpful charging case for the Wireless Go II. It accommodates the transmitters and the receiver. It includes an integrated battery for 3 complete charges permitting approximately 30 hours of constant usage, the business stated.
