RODE RODECaster Duo Integrated Audio Production Studio

The RODE RODECaster Duo is a compact integrated audio production studio for podcasters and content creators, with two combo inputs, seven mixer channels, onboard processing, and recording in one console.

Two Neutrik combo jacks take microphones, instruments, and line-level devices, and a 3.5 mm TRRS input takes a headset. RODE’s Revolution Preamps provide up to 76 dB of gain at -131.5 dBV equivalent input noise, so a microphone booster or lifter is not needed.

Aphex Processing

Aphex processing runs on board, with emulations of the Aural Exciter, Big Bottom, and Compellor master compressor and leveler. Each channel also has a compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter, de-esser, and three-band equalizer. Presets and the VoxLab processing editor set the sound from the touchscreen or rotary encoder.

Controls and SMART Pads

A 5.5-inch high-definition touchscreen with haptic feedback and a rotary encoder handle navigation. The seven channels are individually assignable, with four physical faders and three virtual faders. Six programmable SMART pads with bank switching can trigger sounds and music beds, add voice effects such as reverb, echo, pitch, and robot, send MIDI commands, or run mixer actions such as fade-ins and fade-outs. The free RODECaster App for Mac and Windows controls device functions, audio processing, and settings, and updates the firmware.

Connections and Recording

Dual USB-C interfaces connect two computers or mobile devices, and one USB port is MFi-certified (Apple’s Made for iPhone program) for iOS devices. Bluetooth carries phone calls and audio streaming. The built-in wireless receiver connects up to two RODE Series IV transmitters, including the Wireless PRO, Wireless GO II, and Wireless ME, and a range of RODE USB microphones can add another mic input. Two headphone outputs and balanced 1/4″ line outputs handle monitoring. Recording goes to a microSD card, USB storage device, or computer, in multitrack or stereo. With the latest firmware, RODE CallMe connects remote guests over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

Features

• Two Neutrik combo inputs for microphones, instruments, and line-level devices
• Revolution Preamps with -131.5 dBV equivalent input noise and 76 dB of gain
• Seven assignable channels with four physical faders and three virtual faders
• Quad-core audio engine with Aphex processing and onboard effects
• Six programmable SMART pads with bank switching
• 3.5 mm TRRS input for headphones and headsets
• Built-in wireless receiver for up to two RODE Series IV transmitters
• Dual USB-C interfaces and Bluetooth for phone calls
• Multitrack or stereo recording to microSD, USB storage, or a computer
• 5.5-inch touchscreen with haptic feedback and a rotary encoder