The Røde Less Travelled

RØDE has unveiled its most revolutionary audio innovation to date: the RØDECaster Pro II. A fully integrated audio production studio for content creators of all kinds, the RØDECaster Pro II offers a plethora of groundbreaking features that have never been seen before in a single console. Combining superior sound quality with unmatched ease of use and endless customisability, it is the world’s most powerful all-in-one audio solution for streamers, podcasters, musicians, and other content creators.

Key Features Of The RØDECaster Pro II:

• An audio solution for content creators, including podcasters, livestreamers, musicians, and more
• Ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamps with world-class audio quality and stunning clarity, and transparency
• High-performance quad-core audio engine delivers more processing power than other content creation consoles
• Studio-quality APHEX audio processing for superior sound quality and flexibility in any recording application
• On-board effects, including reverb, echo, robot, pitch shifting, and more
• SMART pads for triggering sounds, voice effects, MIDI commands and mixer actions – eight banks of eight pads for 64 unique actions
• Highly customisable, with nine individually assignable channels, on-board granular editing, fully programmable SMART pads
• Bluetooth connectivity with wide-band speech for ultra-high-quality phone call integration and audio streaming, wireless monitoring, and more
• Connectivity options, with dual USB-C interfaces for connecting two computers or mobile devices, studio-grade Neutrik combo inputs for connecting microphones and instruments, plus Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and more
• 5.5-inch high-definition touchscreen with haptic feedback, and rotary encoder for navigation and control 
• Designed and made in Sydney, Australia 

The RØDECaster Pro II offers an feature set that allows creators to sound exceptional every time they record. It has four studio-grade Neutrik combo inputs for connecting microphones as well as instruments, including guitar, bass, keyboards​ and other devices, unlocking a new world of creative possibility. Each input features RØDE’s ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamps, which deliver pristine audio quality with any microphone or instrument. These world-class preamps were developed specifically for the RØDECaster Pro II and rival boutique designs that cost thousands of dollars per channel. With an incredibly low equivalent input noise rating of just -131.5dBV and a whopping 76dB of gain on tap, they deliver stunning clarity and transparency and eliminate the need for lifters, boosters or external processing, even with the most demanding dynamic microphones.

The RØDECaster Pro II also features a full suite of studio-quality APHEX audio processors. These have been completely overhauled from the original RØDECaster Pro and remodelled using component-level analysis of analog units​ to ​deliver stunningly dynamic signal processing that allows anyone to capture the magic of a professional studio. A high-performance quad-core audio engine delivers significantly more processing power than any other content creation console on the market, while powerful on-board effects allow users to craft their own unique sound with unlimited creativity.

Even with these powerful capabilities, the RØDECaster Pro II is incredibly simple to use. Every feature is designed to minimise fuss and maximise creativity. The high-definition, full-colour touchscreen, combined with the tactile rotary encoder, makes navigating and controlling the console super simple. Professionally tailored presets and the highly innovative VoxLab processing editor allows anyone to capture incredible sound, even with no prior audio experience.

Endless Customisation, Endless Creative Freedom

The RØDECaster Pro II is fully customisable and can adapt to any creative recording application, from livestreaming and gaming to podcasting to music production. It features nine individually assignable channels, with six broadcast-quality physical faders and three virtual faders. Any of the nine audio sources can be allocated to any fader, allowing users to design their ideal mixer configuration to suit their creative requirements and workflow.

The eight SMART pads are so much more than just sound pads; they can be customised to do everything from triggering on-the-fly voice effects like reverb, echo, robot and pitch FX, send MIDI commands to external software and hardware, activate automated mixer actions like fade-ins and fade-outs, and more. The bank switching buttons provide access to eight banks for a total of 64 unique actions at the touch of a button. The on-board effects and APHEX processors are also fully customisable, with granular on-board editing allowing users to fine-tune every parameter to suit their voice or instrument. All processing and effect parameters can be saved as presets and loaded at any time on any channel.

Every setting, from the mixer configuration to SMART pads, as well as entire recordings, can be saved on-board as a ‘Show’, allowing users to get set up and recording in seconds. This also makes the RØDECaster Pro II ideal for creators who make different types of content, multi-functional studios, or production or education facilities that require different setups for different users.

Unrivalled Connectivity

The RØDECaster Pro II offers unrivalled connectivity with a wide range of devices, unlocking more creative possibilities, more streamlined workflows, and easier integration with other equipment than ever before. It is the perfect audio control centre for any creator.

The four analog inputs can accommodate everything from a single microphone for a solo podcast to a full band for a livestream. There are also four high-power headphone outputs and ¼-inch balanced line outputs for connecting speakers for crystal-clear monitoring and playback.

Dual USB-C interfaces accommodate the connection of two computers or mobile devices simultaneously, with an extra virtual USB channel for connecting chat applications, unlocking huge potential for everything from remote podcasting to organising complex streaming setups. MFi certification ensures seamless integration with iOS devices.

Advanced Bluetooth connectivity with wide-band speech makes recording ultra-high-quality phone calls easy and can also be used for crystal-clear audio streaming and even connecting wireless speakers. Users can record in stereo or multitrack either to an on-board microSD, computer or external storage device, with ultra-fast data transfer over USB.

The RØDECaster Pro II also offers Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections, allowing users to update firmware wirelessly, integrate with hardware and software, and more.

The Most Feature-Packed Audio Production Solution

The RØDECaster Pro II leaves no stone unturned when it comes to features that make recording as simple and streamlined as possible. On-board audio editing, mix-minus on the Bluetooth and USB channels, bi-directional MIDI communication, ten language options, mute and listen buttons, producer talkback mode, stereo input linking with pan controls, and tailored presets for RØDE microphones and other popular models are just some of the features on offer.

This is also just the beginning for the RØDECaster Pro II – the quad-core audio engine unlocks huge potential for feature upgrades and enhancements, and the console will continue to evolve with future updates.

The RØDECaster Pro II will be launched alongside a suite of accessories, including the RØDECover 2, a high-quality protective cover, as well as a VESA mount, carry bags, coloured cables, and more.

The RØDECaster Pro II will be available for pre-order from Tuesday, 24 May 2022 for US$699 and will be shipping in June.