Price: $150.00 - $99.00
(as of Nov 20, 2024 12:01:07 UTC - Details)

The PodMic is a broadcast-quality dynamic microphone optimized for podcasting. It has a rich, balanced sound, with an internal pop filter to minimize plosives and internal shock mounting to reduce vibration. The PodMic is optimized for use with the RODECaster Pro Podcast Production Studio, but will also offer exceptional results with any high-quality microphone interface.
A broadcast-quality dynamic microphone a rich, balanced sound optimized for podcasting
Features an internal pop filter to minimize plosives
An internal shock mounting to reduce vibration
Optimized for use with the RODECaster pro podcast production studio
Also offers exceptional results with any high-quality microphone interface
Reviewer: Dylin
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Can you write me a product review of the
Review: The Rode PodMic is a dynamic microphone, the holy grail for many podcasters and streamers. Priced at around $99, it promises broadcast-quality audio at an almost embarrassingly affordable price point. But does it live up to the hype? Let's dive in.First Impressions:The PodMic feels like a tank. Its sleek black metal body and sturdy mesh grille scream quality. It's surprisingly heavy for its size, which inspires confidence in its durability. The included swivel mount offers decent adjustability, and the internal pop filter is a thoughtful touch.Sound Quality:The PodMic shines in the sound department. It captures voices with remarkable clarity and warmth, thanks to its tight cardioid polar pattern that effectively rejects background noise. It's particularly flattering to speech, adding a touch of richness without being boomy. Compared to condenser mics, the PodMic is less sensitive to sibilance and plosives, making it more forgiving for less-than-perfect recording environments.However, the PodMic is a low-output microphone. This means it requires more gain to achieve the same volume level as other mics. This can lead to increased noise if your preamp or audio interface isn't particularly clean.Features and Ease of Use:The PodMic is a plug-and-play XLR microphone, meaning you'll need an audio interface to connect it to your computer. No fancy buttons or dials here – it's all about pure, unadulterated sound quality. This simplicity is refreshing, but some users might miss the bells and whistles found on pricier mics.The Nitty-Gritty:While the PodMic is fantastic for its price, it's not without its quirks. Here are a few things to keep in mind:Requires an audio interface: No USB option here, so factor in the cost of an interface if you don't already have one.Low output: You'll need to crank up the gain, potentially introducing noise.No monitoring: No built-in headphone jack, so you'll need to monitor through your recording software.Limited accessories: The basic package includes only the mic and mount. You'll need to purchase a pop filter and mic arm separately for optimal results.Verdict:Overall, the Rode PodMic is a fantastic value proposition for podcasters and streamers on a budget. Its broadcast-quality sound, rugged build, and simple operation make it a compelling choice for anyone looking to up their audio game. Just be aware of the low output and XLR requirement before you dive in.Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Reviewer: Lewis H
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A nice compact and great sounding microphone without needing a cloudlifter
Review: the rode podmic is small and compact, hefty and sturdy, and produces a great sound out of the box and elevated with some simple & basic filters. I've had the rode podmic for a while now and use it as my everyday microphone while at my computer. Doesn't come with a stand but from the design I don't need a pop filter so there are tradeoffs but I love this mic and would buy it again for whatever reason if I needed a quality microphone.

Reviewer: Julio J.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The BEST $99 XLR Mic Out There Currently. Don't Think..just BUY!
Review: Update: 2024 and this thing is going strong. I've gotten so many compliments in games like Valorant and in Discord of how good my mic sounds. A great purchase!Pros:-Build quality. This thing is SOLID! There's no plastic on this thing..all metal. No cheapness here.-Sound quality of this mic is truly great especially paired with a mixer with great pre-amps.-Aesthetically the design is very pleasing. Kinda gives off a retro look with modern spin in my opinion.-The price to performance is truly amazing for what you get with the quality.-The form factor is great and compact.Cons:-The mic has a built in pop filter, but its not the best.-Weight. Since this thing is built like a tank, smaller/cheaper boom arms might struggle to stay in place.Final Thoughts:This thing is truly amazing in every way. Not sure if im blown away by it due to it being my first XLR Mic. Or the fact that I have this paired with a GoXLR and the pre-amps on it/EQ settings makes this thing sound amazing. I've received several compliments on my voice when talking in game on this mic. Some noting how clear, punchy, and streamer like I sound. Though I've listed some Cons, there's really none in my book. I wasn't expecting the built-in pop filter to do anything super. If there was one con I'm not a fan of is if you should get a pop filter cover, it takes away from the aesthetic of the mic. Since the mic is pretty compact, the pop filter makes it seem you have a black blob on a mic arm. Again, this is pretty minor all and all. Gotta say i'm definitely a fan of Rode now coming from a Blue Yeti USB mic. Well down.

Reviewer: KEW01
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great mic
Review: The build quality is solid, and the mic sounds good with no EQ. Great for voice and I've even used it for acoustic guitar. Wouldn't be my first choice for instruments but it will get the job done. Highly recommend for podcasts and voice overs.

Reviewer: Kayla
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Affordable, Profession, and Super Cool Looking
Review: Great quality! For $100 you can't go wrong (XLR-only) It is gain heavy for me but easily compensated for in other ways in spite of that. It is heavy compared to some others I have used, I was worried I would have to buy the same brand arm, but I was able to put it on my current one just fine actually. My current one is honestly a low quality one, too - so don't panic if you have a flimsy piece of hardware, it can probably keep up. Sound is great, lot less background noise issues and voice is more clear than prior mic. Love it!

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Replaces an apex435b at a office recording setup. Works great! Sounds amazing with a Yamaha MG06X.

Reviewer: Iván Rodríguez
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Excelente micrófono en relación calidad precio. Se siente robusto y de muy buena calidad y el sonido que da es más que excelente para podcast y demás proyectos similares que se tengan, sólo hay que utilizarlo con buen cable, buena mezcladora y se obtienen excelente resultados. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.

Reviewer: Henrik Fisso Nilsson
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Superbra mikrofon! Lätt att använda och gör definitivt det den skall! Prisvärd!

Reviewer: Maikel
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: **"Excelente micrófono para grabación y uso cotidiano: calidad y fidelidad sin compromisos"**He usado este micrófono infinidad de veces, tanto para grabar voz en off y voces principales en canciones (rap, en mi caso), como en videollamadas y en Discord. Sin ser un profesional del sonido, puedo decir que graba la voz con una calidad sobresaliente: capta las voces con claridad y fidelidad, con muy poco ruido de fondo.Puntos destacados:- Calidad de construcción: Materiales robustos y duraderos.- Fidelidad del audio: Capta muy bien el rango vocal, ideal para géneros como rap donde la entonación no es un factor clave.- Mínimo ruido de fondo: Integra un filtro antipop bajo la malla metálica, que ayuda a reducir ruidos innecesarios. Pero si quieres evitar los de la voz, mejor compra un antipop aparte.- Bajo nivel de estática: Muy poca interferencia, lo cual es raro en micrófonos de este rango de precio.Lo uso conectado a una Behringer U-Phoria UM2 y estoy realmente satisfecho con los resultados. Si tuviera que hacer podcasts, como su nombre indica, me plantearía comprar dos o tres más por su excelente precio. Para canciones, eventualmente podría invertir en uno de gama más alta, pero este cumple perfectamente para mis necesidades. ¡Recomendado sin duda!

Reviewer: jamie
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I can't say enough good things about this mic, from the moment I unboxed it, the build quality impressed me considering its price point. It feels sturdy and strong.The sound quality is nothing short of exceptional, my voice comes through rich and clear, with a warm tone that truly enhances my recording experience, this is coming from a Shure sm7b, where my online friends noted that my microphone quality had improved since changing to this mic. despite the lower price point,Its general usefulness makes it a good all round microphone and i would encourage anyone to buy this microphone before considering a higher price point