RODE Procaster

RØDE Procaster – a professional broadcast-quality dynamic microphone specifically engineered for no-compromise voice performance in podcasting, streaming, radio broadcast, and voice-over applications. Built with robust all-metal construction and featuring an internal pop filter and integrated capsule shock mounting, the Procaster delivers rich, natural tone that flatters any voice type while effectively rejecting ambient noise through its tight cardioid polar pattern.

Procaster has become an established favourite amongst podcasters, livestreamers, and broadcast professionals worldwide. Its tailored-for-voice frequency response (75Hz-18kHz) ensures optimum speech reproduction with full, tight low-end and clear high-end presence that adds warmth and shimmer to vocals. The microphone features an internal pop filter designed to minimize plosive sounds that can overload the capsule and distort audio output, though an additional external pop filter may be beneficial for extremely close-proximity work.

Designed with broadcast applications in mind, the Procaster excels in environments with multiple speakers, effectively limiting bleed between microphones through its focused cardioid pickup pattern. The dynamic capsule is internally shock-mounted to reduce mechanical rumble and handling noise, while the all-metal construction ensures exceptional durability – backed by RØDE's industry-leading 10-year warranty. The high-output dynamic capsule and balanced low-impedance output (320Ω) make it ideal for broadcast and voice-over work, though the microphone does require adequate gain (approximately 50-56dB for spoken dialogue). A microphone preamp, Cloudlifter, or FetHead is recommended for optimal performance. The removable metal mesh endcap allows for cleaning of the internal foam filter. Designed and manufactured in Australia. Includes RM2 stand mount, 3/8-inch adapter, and ZP1 zip pouch.

KEY FEATURES

• Broadcast-quality dynamic microphone for voice applications
• Tailored frequency response: 75Hz – 18kHz (optimized for speech)
• Tight cardioid polar pattern for superior ambient noise rejection
• Internal pop filter to minimize plosive sounds
• Integrated capsule shock mounting for low handling noise
• High-output dynamic capsule with rich, natural tone
• Robust all-metal construction for exceptional durability
• Balanced low-impedance output (320Ω)
• No phantom power required (passive dynamic design)
• Removable metal mesh endcap for filter cleaning
• End-address design for direct voice capture
• Ideal for podcasting, streaming, radio, and voice-over
• Superior performance in multi-speaker broadcast environments
• Designed and manufactured in Australia
• 10-year warranty with registration

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: End-address dynamic microphone
• Acoustic Principle: Dynamic (moving coil)
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 75Hz – 18kHz
• Output Impedance: 320Ω
• Sensitivity: -56dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (1.6mV @ 94 dB SPL) ±2dB @ 1kHz
• Output: Balanced, low-impedance via XLR connector
• Power Requirement: None (passive dynamic design)
• Internal Features: Pop filter, shock-mounted capsule
• Construction: All-metal body with scored ridges
• Endcap: Removable metal mesh for filter maintenance
• Weight: 695g (1.53 lbs / 24.5 oz)
• Dimensions: 214mm (H) × 53mm (W) × 53mm (D) / 8.43" × 2.09" × 2.09"
• Connector: 3-pin XLR
• Warranty: 10 years (with free registration)
• Included Accessories: RM2 ring mount, 3/8" adapter, ZP1 zip pouch
• Optional Accessories: PSM1 shock mount, PSA1+ studio arm, DS1 desk stand
• Recommended: Microphone preamp, Cloudlifter, or FetHead for optimal gain