RØDECaster Pro II

Integrated Audio Production Studio


A Completely New Beast

The RØDECaster Pro II is the world’s most powerful all-in-one audio production solution. Loaded with cutting-edge next-gen features and supercharged by a high-performance quad-core audio engine, it delivers next-level audio for any content creation application, including podcasting, streaming and gaming, and music production.



Revolutionary Sound

Featuring four balanced analog inputs with high-quality Neutrik™ combo jacks for connecting microphones, instruments and line-level devices, the RØDECaster Pro II is ideal for everything from recording a single microphone for a livestream or podcast to capturing complete multitracked music recordings.

World-class Revolution Preamps™ deliver pristine audio quality with any microphone or instrument. Designed from the ground up specifically for the RØDECaster Pro II, these ultra-low-noise, high-gain preamps will give you plenty of output while remaining incredibly quiet, eliminating the need for microphone boosters, lifters or external processing. Sonic purity has never been more accessible.

Four podcasters with PodMics on PSA1+s recording on RØDECaster Pro II

Powered by APHEX®

Craft your sound with studio-quality audio processing powered by one of the most revered names in pro audio: APHEX. On-board is a suite of authentic emulations of legendary hardware audio processors, including the Aural Exciter™, Big Bottom™ and Compellor™ master compressor/leveller. There is also a studio-quality compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter, de-esser and three-band equaliser for each channel, all powered by APHEX. Sound exceptional every time you hit record.

RØDECaster Pro II on black with close up shot of headphones volume knobs

Incredible Audio, Incredibly Easy

The RØDECaster Pro II is incredibly simple to navigate using the large high-definition touchscreen and tactile rotary encoder, giving you hands-on control over every aspect of your sound. Getting set up takes seconds, and with professionally tailored presets and our intuitive VoxLab™ processing editor allowing you to dial your perfect sound with the tap of button or twist of a knob, taking your audio to new heights has never been easier.

Two people recording podcast with PodMics mounted to DS1s  and using RØDECaster Pro II

Not Just Sound Pads. SMART Pads

Other consoles have sound pads. The RØDECaster Pro II has SMART pads. Trigger on-the-fly voice effects like reverb, echo, pitch and robot FX, send MIDI commands to external software, activate automated mixer actions like fade ins and fade outs. And yes, fire off sound effects, music beds, samples or jingles. Unlimited creativity and control at your fingertips.

Person on video call with hand over RØDECaster Pro II

Endless Customisation. Endless Creative Freedom.

No matter what kind of content you’re creating, the RØDECaster Pro II can be customised to suit your recording setup, your ideal workflow, and your unique sound. The nine channels are individually assignable, allowing you to create personalised mixer configurations. Every processor and effect can be tweaked to taste on-board using the advanced editor, each SMART pad is fully programmable (with eight banks of eight pads for a total of 64 unique actions available), and the bright RGB LEDs can be customised to suit your setup and aesthetic. The possibilities are endless.

Gamer with blue hair adjusting RØDECaster Pro II knob

All Your Devices, Connected

The RØDECaster Pro II offers unrivalled device connectivity options, making it extremely versatile for any content creation application. Connect microphones, guitars, basses, keyboards and line-level devices using the four Neutrik™ combo jacks. Monitor your audio with four pairs of headphones via the high-power headphone outputs or speakers via the balanced ¼-inch line outputs. Record ultra-high-quality phone calls or stream audio in high-definition via the advanced Bluetooth® connections. Simultaneously connect two computers or mobile devices using the dual USB interfaces for everything from recording remote podcasts to streamlining complex streaming setups. It’s the perfect audio control centre for any creator.

Signal diagram showing third-party devices connected to RØDECaster Pro II




Four-person Podcasting Bundle

The Ultimate Podcaster Bundle offers everything you need to record a four-person podcast, including the RØDECaster Pro II, four PodMic dynamic broadcast microphones, four sets of NTH-100 headphones and four PSA1+ studio arms.

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FAQs

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Does the RØDECaster Pro II have a TRRS input?
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No. Instead of a TRRS input, the RØDECaster Pro II comes equipped with dual USB-C interfaces for connecting mobile devices and XLR/TRS connectors for connecting line level devices.
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The RØDECaster Pro II comes equipped with multiple digital inputs (wireless and wired) for connecting a smartphone in a number of different ways. For a wireless connection, pair to the RØDECaster Pro II via Bluetooth and assign your Bluetooth input to a channel. For a wired connection, you’ll need to connect via a USB-C cable to the USB 2 input on the back of the RØDECaster Pro II and assign your USB 2 input to its own channel. To connect an iOS device, you will need to use the RØDE SC15 or SC19.

Note: Due to iOS limitations, native phone calls cannot be made on an iPhone or iPad via USB. Use the Bluetooth channel for making calls with your iOS device. Or use another communications app if using USB.

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To connect an iPhone or iPad to the RØDECaster Pro II, you will need to use an Apple-certified Lightning Accessory Cable, such as the RØDE SC15 or SC19. Plug this into the USB input labelled ‘2’ on the back of the unit.

Note: Due to iOS limitations, native phone calls cannot be made on an iPhone or iPad via USB. Use the Bluetooth channel for making calls with your iOS device, or use another communications app if using USB.

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No. The RØDECaster Pro II features ultra-high-gain preamps with 76dB of gain on tap, which is plenty of gain for any microphone, even low output dynamic mics. And the noise floor of the preamps is so low that using a lifter or line booster will actually introduce noise to your signal, so we highly recommend not using one.
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The RØDECaster Pro II’s were designed from the ground up specifically for the console. They are ultra-low-noise (-131.5dBV), high-gain (76dB) preamps that rival very expensive high-end boutique designs. They are very clean and transparent, and they eliminate the need for lifters, boosters or any external processing.
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The firmware on the RØDECaster Pro II can be updated in a few different ways. You can use RØDE Central to download updates via USB (download RØDE Central here). Alternatively, you can download updates directly via Wi-Fi or Ethernet (ensure your RØDECaster Pro II is connected to the internet to access updates this way). When a new update is available, an icon will appear on the top of the menu screen. Simply tap this icon and follow the prompts to download the firmware.
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If you elect to do so, you can share information about your RØDECaster Pro II usage with RØDE. This information is used to plan future firmware updates and do technical troubleshooting. The information shared is split into two types:

Usage statistics – this includes details of channel setup, which channels are active, the on / off status of processing, USB connectivity and recording and multitrack settings; resource statistics – this is technical information about processor load, software performance, sub-system status and so on. All information is anonymous and not linked to any individual user. No identifying information inputted into the unit (including the names and settings of pads, shows, presets, network credentials or any audio recordings of any kind) are ever shared with RØDE. You can elect to opt in or out of analytics sharing during device start-up and at any time via the ‘information’ link in the ‘System’ menu.