Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. The affordable XLR-based Rode PodMic delivers a clean, ...

The original RODE PodMic was one of the best budget XLR mics for streamers, content creators, and average gamers. The PodMic USB takes additional gear out of the equation and opts for a plug-and-play ...

The Rode PodMic USB is a newer model that squashes the USB vs XLR debate into one convenient device. It's $199/£199 at Amazon, however, so you'll need to decide if the added versatility of having USB ...

When it comes to podcasting, streaming, or content creation, creating a great, cohesive audio setup can make all the difference. Unfortunately, choosing the right hardware can sometimes become ...

Studio-quality construction and a decent out-of-the-box sound are the strongest assets of this multi-connection spoken word mic, but unfortunately the added USB-C input pushes the price slightly too ...

Explicitly designed for podcasters and streamers, the PodMic USB by Rode is a versatile microphone that provides effortless plug-and-play functionality, delivering exceptional audio quality. Building ...

The original RODE PodMic delivered superb quality audio at a surprisingly low price point, it was so good in fact we awarded it a Highly Recommended badge. It meant RODE had set their own high bar but ...

You might have been considering — or have already started — picking up a new hobby this year, particularly one you can do at home. Podcasting seems to be a popular option, and RODE is a company that ...

The Rode PodMic is similar in price to many USB microphones we test, but it doesn’t use a USB connection. Instead, like most pro studio mics, the dynamic cardioid microphone uses an XLR connection to ...

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