Best USB Mic for YouTube - Rode Podcaster Vs. Rode NT-USB Microphone

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What is the best USB Mic for KZfaq? Check out this review of Rode NT-USB Vs. Rode Podcaster Microphone. ***** Download the FREE Think Media TV Video Gear Buyer's guide here: ThinkGearGuide.com
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Rode Podcaster USB Dynamic Microphone
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Rode PSM 1 Shockmount For Podcaster
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RODE PSA1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm
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Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone
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In this video Sean Cannell from Think Media reviews a few of the best usb mics for youtube, the rode nt usb vs podcaster. If you need a usb microphone for youtube, check out the rode podcaster vs rode nt usb. This video also covers the boom arm for rode nt usb setup and thoughts about the best usb mic for youtube commentary. Check out this rode nt usb review for all of the details!
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@aidanaf151 6 жыл бұрын

I would choose the NT-USB because it sounds really nice and it's much cheaper....

@TukeShark 4 жыл бұрын

it just sounds better

@mrstanaka2211 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it sounds better to me and I don’t want the other stand add on

@surfersdelight8328 4 жыл бұрын

6:10 is the sound of the mic's

@TukeShark 4 жыл бұрын

that's only 1

@Skatekidsonboard 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@JsGarage 5 жыл бұрын

I think one of the most important differences here is the Podcaster is a dynamic microphone that will do a better job of blocking out background noises. The NT is a condenser that sounds well but will pick up more background noise. The difference between those two probably matter more how much background noise you have and if you have a sound treated room or not. The podcaster is going to do a better job in an untreated room with more background noise than the NT will. The podcaster is actually a pretty special microphone for USB. The vast majority of USB microphones are condenser like the NT where as the podcaster is dynamic. If you are leaning NT you might consider finding a Blue Yeti new or used for cheap as well.

@DanShepperd 5 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%. I use Rode dynamics and condensers. At home, in an untreated room, I find dynamic mics are way easier because they cut the background noise. I get closer to the Procaster for a richer sound (plus hotter signal, so less gain needed). The Procaster gives a pleasing proximity effect (more bass), but you need to be within a couple of inches for the full benefit. If that picks up too much breath then go off axis - I have mine at a 45 degree angle. BTW: Cheaper foam pop filters for the Procaster are available. Ebay is good.

@WJ6FRadio 4 жыл бұрын

NT sounded much better! The Podcaster seemed to have a tinny sound and more high pitched. Great video!

@TheMillersBibleStudy 6 жыл бұрын

The NT USB condenser sounds like it has a little dynamic processing built in with a boost in the high and mid lows and sounds great. The Podcaster on the other hand sounds like a EV RE-20 great solid quality. I do a prerecorded radio program and have both also have used the Blue Yeti since it came out and use a EV wind screen. All 3 USB's works great with Sony Sound Forge and I use very little or no processing ..Thanks for the video...keep up the good work..

@davidzwisohn5478 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a media composer, and teach music online. I've worked with pro audio gear for decades, including mics by Neumann, Sennheiser, AKG ... Compared to the Podcaster, I honestly think the NT-USB has a more character, including better bass response ... like your videos, btw

@darnabedwell2115 7 жыл бұрын

I'm a newbie at all this. Appreciate your expert advice and insights. Thanks for sharing.

@WT2D-Michel 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, keep doing this type of review, are very helpful to make a buying decision 👍🏽

@pertileluca 7 жыл бұрын

Good review, thank you!

@whyzen2081 3 жыл бұрын

Strangely enough, I thought the podcaster sounded more "narrow", like it was clipping the low end. I was looking into getting a podcaster as my NT-USB just died after 4 years, but I think i'll probably look at an XLR instead, after hearing this comparison. Great video!

@reviewsin2354 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the tips Sean! I just launched my channel and I know there is a lot of work ahead, but I'm ready for it knowing that I have your tips to guide me along the way.

@bernardonoronhaefaro2526 4 жыл бұрын

I bought the NT-USB and it is great! Thank for the value Sean, as usual!!

@Slappiz1993 6 жыл бұрын

First word you said on the NT-USB made me buy it. Thanks

@OwenAlec 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, I definitely preferred the sound of the NT-USB but equally I think the Podcaster would be more useful in higher volume situations.

@mulchintime 7 жыл бұрын

I love your videos I was wondering how you were doing the example while using a voice recording

@Ventoric 6 жыл бұрын

The clipping on the podcaster is kinda worrying about the actual quality because of the digital clipping but both mics do sound good but honestly the NT-USB sounds a lot richer

@peeposadboy 5 жыл бұрын

I think you have the Podcaster setup wrong. When Podcastage reviewed the Podcaster it was really boomy and bass heavy. In this video your Podcaster sounds very flat and clips A LOT.

@flavoredfeasts7884 4 жыл бұрын

The podcaster just sounds really bad in general. Podcastage used the Podcaster and it sounded terrible. It could have been the Procaster.

@SirPrizeRadio 6 жыл бұрын

i will say your plosives were much more noticeable with the nt. great video thank you

@thebusinessfirm9862 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video, mate. I'd love to see you do a review of the RODE Podmic. Cheers.

@BalamVic 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks man!

@xaviertx89 7 жыл бұрын

Sean, i was waiting from you to do this comparison. I was looking for a mic change. Thanks

@ThinkMediaTV 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome - you're welcome!

@reallygraceful 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. This channel is so informational and helpful. I gotta ask, why haven't you gotten the verified check on your channel?

@EVERETTOVERTON 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a purchase link for the sleek pop filter for the white microphone? Thank you in advance.

@zjager 6 жыл бұрын

Loving the content Think.

@clayedwardsshow 3 жыл бұрын

I was torn between the 2 but went with the NT-USB over budget concerns, after hearing the 2 of them I'm glad I did

@arcanemining6264 6 жыл бұрын

I've been using the Rode Podcaster since 2010 to do training videos for Pluralsight. It has been rock solid, great sound, and still works great today. I use it with the boom arm and shock mount, very good investments. Only problem I have is that it is TOO good, in that it picks up my breath inhaling. I'm going to order the two pop filters you showed and see if either one solves the issue, or at least tones it down some. I seem to spend all my time editing out my breathing on my videos. :-/

@thebusinessfirm9862 5 жыл бұрын

Nice review mate. Thanks.

@50Hz 5 жыл бұрын

Almost to 800k subscribers, keep crushing it.

@bartologonzo 4 жыл бұрын

Cool review! Thank you!

@ScoopGirl 7 жыл бұрын

I've got a rode podcaster love it also that you can plug in a headphone and listen to your computer to when you dont want to be loud in your home. :)

@battlefield0890 6 жыл бұрын

thank u so much for this video .. u make every thing clear to us about those two mikes , i'm going with the NT-USB.

@Alessandro1983 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought the PSA1 armstand with the Rode Podcaster mic. Time to test it out!

@RobertoNova 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you! Have any of you tried connecting your Rode Podcaster to a phone?

@Josh1Day 6 жыл бұрын

Hey man. Looking for a good noise canceling mic. 1 caveat, I use a ventilator (breathing machine) looking to record my voice NOT my breathing.

@thetrailhunter4469 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Sean and I really like your channel. Quick question for you and your viewers. What would you say would be the best overall setup for a KZfaqr on the road? So everything must be battery powered, chargeable, lightweight and without compromising too much in quality? Thanks very much, keep crushing it!

@sirjudge5055 6 жыл бұрын

As always, your videos are a wonderful resource. Using your Amazon affiliate link to buy the USB Rode Mic and Swivel Arm.

@offgridsweden 7 жыл бұрын

I use the Samson G Track. Love that microphone 🎤

@Roger-dz8pq 5 жыл бұрын

We’re did you get that desk? Looks great ! I would love to get one like it for my set up

@glennsak 6 жыл бұрын

Your voice sounds better on the NT-USB.

@flootynator 4 жыл бұрын

i would recommend the rode podcaster because you can use some noise reduction and EQ to make it sound even more like a studio microphone

@RowlWool 6 жыл бұрын

What audio software do you use? Can you do a tutorial? I have the Rode NT USB

@JFKreations 5 жыл бұрын

The NT-USB sounded better to me. Plus the podcaster is more expensive and sounds like it may be a bit more fussy to work with having to crank up the gain just to capture your voice. I purchased the NT-USB a while ago, don’t know much about how to properly adjust all the settings on the computer but still get decent sound on my voiceovers. Definitely glad I went with the NT-USB.

@SantrelMedia 7 жыл бұрын

I use the blue snowball and although it is only $50 it still takes in pretty decent audio!

@sentimentaloldme 6 жыл бұрын

I have a Blue Snowball and a Rode NT USB...and to be honest I can hardly hear much of a difference between them. Not enough to pay over 3 times the price of the Blue Snowball. The trick in recording with these U.S.B. microphones...is (1) Where you record...do not place it on a desk next to your computer..(2) Record close up to the microphone (no more than six inches from the mic) and (3) post editing in a program like Audacity is probably necessary to get the sound you want...Also as a matter of interest these U.S.B. Microphones can be used as an external microphone with your phone ...(all you need is an O.T.G.Cable)

@struggleforgreatness4360 7 жыл бұрын

I think I enjoy the NT USB more for a number of reasons. This is what I'll be picking up thanks for the great video. Keep them coming man.

@ATRONCC 7 жыл бұрын

G'Day Legend great video! I just bought the Rode NT USB after watching one of your previous videos!! Cheers for that helped a lot! If you have a link for video editing sofware that you recommend for android/pc It'd great if you could link that for explanation on budget vs free ones. Currently use the inbuilt one on my Galaxy S7 which is awesome tbh but I now can't use my Rode with it at the same time so looking for an all in one alternative! My vote on this vid is the Rode NT USB for sure!!

@TripleMachine 7 жыл бұрын

You talked about the windows settings but I don't know if you have talked about your adobe audition audio settings you do for all your videos. Thanks.

@annacatanzaritimusic 7 жыл бұрын

I have the rode nt-USB microphone for recording and I love it, it's awesome quality and I love the looks also 😃❤️🎤🎤

@asifjaved7672 4 жыл бұрын

Dear, does nt-USB compatible with Windows 10? I mean do you use Windows or MAC?

@annacatanzaritimusic 4 жыл бұрын

@@asifjaved7672 I use it for Mac and just attached an adapter to it but u can use it for Windows to

@50CalRay 6 жыл бұрын

It wasn't really a choice, I just happened to have a Rode NT USB laying around not being used. I bought it for our son who later opted for a different mic. So I figured I would try it out for this channel. At the time I was using a Rode video mic. Nothing too fancy, just something I could throw on my DSLR's and record him and his group jamming out. Anyhow, I made a few test videos using the NT and really like it a lot. Just listening to your sound test here tells me I didn't do to bad. I'm sure the Podcaster is a fine mic but I like the sound of the NT more.

@golders99 7 жыл бұрын

Hello, Do you have any suggestions for an external mic for the Thieye T5e action camera? Many thanks, Rob

@HeyNayHey 7 жыл бұрын

love your video's Sean! I'm a member of your video influencers course! Video request: Can you do a video on EVERYTHING on the desk behind you and how it's hooked up? love all the info you provide but would love to see how it's all hooked up and works together, if that makes sense.

@ThinkMediaTV 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Nay great video idea - added to the list!

@backwoodstrailblazers9700 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Nay i would love to see that as well

@kaneanderson5891 7 жыл бұрын

yes that would be so good

@SirSeabass 7 жыл бұрын

Sean, what do you suggest when it comes to formating or videos, i.e. beginning, middle, end. Ive seen and made videos where I feel like Im just meandering, rather than my content building to something. What do you suggest or where can you point me when trying to develope our format? Thanks.

@fantasticplums4798 7 жыл бұрын

I personally prefer the NT-USB. I've been using that for a couple tests and it sounds amazing. Sure, the Podcaster sounds nice too, but it sounds a bit more... cheap? I don't really know how to describe it, but it is a nice microphone. I'm sure it'd sound a lot better if it were plugged into an audio interface. The NT-USB sounds better in this video than my tests with it. Maybe I need to start using Audacity to edit the audio lol

@paulgray1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! How does the NT-usb compare to the Blue Yeti? Would love to see....

@Shlipz 7 жыл бұрын

hey sean can u do a cheap drone review on which to buy

@allankiezel6946 4 жыл бұрын

What shock mount and boom arm do you use with the nt-usb?

@goldenpie6 7 жыл бұрын

Hey, can you please make a video on the Cad U37? Its a cheap mic that I want to see a professional review on.

@HAMTube 7 жыл бұрын

Great video as always , I like the rode nt usb for price and sound for the bang for your buck.

@madeinusareviews6234 5 жыл бұрын

Videos are really good , my scissor arm ssucks! 😂 I had a youtube awhile back, I have always wanted a Rode , have a Yeti now but Think I wanna get the Rode

@AssassinToilet9 6 жыл бұрын

Will the pop filter from the Rode NT USB fit on with the shock mount on?

@MulleDK19 4 жыл бұрын

"Podcaster sounds great" Sounds like an FM radio...

@mrsesamecat447 7 жыл бұрын

Great video!!!!

@ona1123 4 жыл бұрын

Hi dear how are you? does this mic Rode podcaster contain stand or I have to buy stand when I order it?

@ellavateus 5 жыл бұрын

I was going to take my NT-USB back...but I think I will keep it...Thank you.

@WisLockman 5 жыл бұрын

I own the NT USB and I love it. Very clear mic.

@IshanAli 7 жыл бұрын

Great video Sean

@raphroxas 7 жыл бұрын

another awesome video!thanks for this sean! ;)

@ThinkMediaTV 7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@mozzmann 2 жыл бұрын

Over 5 years ago, I purchased a Podcaster for my Radio Show and made a second Pop filter with an embroidery ring and a pair of Silk Stockings, yes genuine silk after finding out the Nylon actually had what seemed like a resonant frequency, hence the silk because the silk has threads of varying thickness and thus totally dampens any tenancy to produce and resonance. The Pro Caster is IMHO Head and Shoulder's above anything else BUT you require a phantom supply . So for PC user's the Podcaster I believe has a superior fuller sound - not quite as loud as the NT but certainly fuller.

@deliriumlbh6720 6 жыл бұрын

Exactly what i was looking for. Got the nt-usb and was thinking about selling it and get the podcaster. But tbh i liked the sound of the nt-usb more in this video. Will a soundcard like the soundblaster z improve my microphone quality overall or will it pretty much stay at where it is? Can anyone help me with that question pls? Nice Video btw. Thanks for doing stuff like that

@fishing-lz9jb 7 жыл бұрын

HOW DO YOU RECORD STRAIT from your screen for gaming and stuff sorry for caps

@ProvenSawlid 3 жыл бұрын

The rode NT-USB has an incredible sound, just rich, clear and compliments my deep voice nicely. However lately I noticed there’s been a lot of static in my recordings, talk about a heart break

@waxore1142 7 жыл бұрын

i like the one your using to make this video the best. it has the widest range of sound quality.

@waxore1142 7 жыл бұрын

but the NT-USB is by far better then the podcrap. the nt picks up the deeper quality of your voice.

@salteenplayz2402 5 жыл бұрын

@@waxore1142 the podcaster is flatter so eq is easier

@AnatomyOfFear66 4 жыл бұрын

Eh, I've watched this video feeling for more satisfied with my Rode NT USB mic now lol!

@FireBlaze1901 7 жыл бұрын

Personally, I use the Rode Podcaster for my videos and I think it's a really great mic.

@situ3940 7 жыл бұрын

Just what I needed

@ThinkMediaTV 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome - happy to help - keep crushing it!

@TigerLiss 3 жыл бұрын

Any advice on minimising noise on the NT USB?

@groot6830 3 жыл бұрын

I can hear compression with the nt1 so the podcaster sounds better. However the procaster with the added cost of XLR is better again.

@NuubStream 7 жыл бұрын

You Sean, You Rock! I'm starting my channel, but I need to find a solution for my almost no time to record, to script or to brainstorm [two jobs at a time]. I do not have any filming experience, but I wanted to be known.. Can you provide any thoughts based on this scenario? Thanks in advance.

@TheTheawesomeguy35 6 жыл бұрын

lol put in the work. maybe quit one of your jobs if this is really your dream...you dont seem like youre taking it that seriously

@BassGuitarLife 6 жыл бұрын

Great vid How much background noise do they pick up? e.g. unwanted background pc noise

@adomasgavenonis1211 6 жыл бұрын

Bass Guitar Life Podcaster picks up 17% more.

@jose.luis.blancas 5 жыл бұрын

What software are you used to record the audio?

@skedmarklund1200 7 жыл бұрын

I have a question: can i use Røde smartlav plus to a pc?

@musicgearnetwork 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Love RØDE thus why I ended up here. Excellent job.

@farisproductions1072 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Sean, great video

@ThinkMediaTV 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@farisproductions1072 7 жыл бұрын

I love that you respond to your fans, thanks.

@ZaggiDK 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Sean. Have you ever tried the blue Yeti and what are your thoughts on that? Seems to be very popular among games..

@lionheartroar3104 6 жыл бұрын

NT USB is a better smoother cleaner microphone...

@dennisogan3405 3 жыл бұрын

Two very hot podcasting microphones are currently the Rode USB-Mini and the Rode Podmic. Both are $100. Which do you recommend and can you do a review to compare these great products for beginners like me?

@FOURSENSE-g8u 7 жыл бұрын

can you do a video editing tutorial for filmora

@NikzCOlaes 7 жыл бұрын

What is the starting equipments if i start a song covers,

@Cam2xc 6 жыл бұрын

Can u do a video how to make a blue yeti mic sound better bc I have one of those

@channelboomertrends5983 5 жыл бұрын

NTUSB, your voice is much fuller!!

@BadKarma714 7 жыл бұрын

Did I already see this video you should do Blue yetie V the Road mic

@aFcTGhost 7 жыл бұрын

are there any good quality XLR mics out there under $100 ,i currently have a neweer nw-700 microphone , its good for what i use it for but i'm looking for an upgrade. any Ideas?

@HerreDePerre 5 жыл бұрын

DaMemeGhost audiotechica 2020

@saivenkatpokala8137 7 жыл бұрын

Sean why did u remove tv from think media tv??

@jeramiahstarszak7013 2 жыл бұрын

I have been looking for a mic to use while streaming. My set up is all white/blue so that lead me to the podcaster because it’s white. Good to know that it doesn’t come with a stand of any nature. I’ll have to try and find a white arm.

@altkoin Жыл бұрын

NT USB, is there software to boost the gain as well?

@freshoutofthebox8655 7 жыл бұрын

Sean I have a question? Or I'd appreciate it if anyone else would be able to answer. How do you get your headphones to hear what you are recording either on a podcast or asmr video while you are actually talking and recording? I would really like to hear my voice as I am doing a recording of some kind. Do you need a specific kind of software? Oh one more thing I am doing this off of my smartphone so it may be because of that ? I am using a splitter to use both the mic and headphones.

@travelwithacamera595 6 жыл бұрын

Do your headphones kill the sound? Sometimes they have a tendency to do that.

@LifeInFrame 7 жыл бұрын

I didn't really like the dynamic mics sound at all. it sounded tinny to me. The usb microphone sounded a little better but I prefer the Audio Technica AT2020 USB Plus to either of those.

@david-paquette 7 жыл бұрын

nice vid! just a question tho : Are the mics are directly plugged to the computer or we must use a mixer in between ?

@ThinkMediaTV 7 жыл бұрын

Directly into the computer... both are USB microphones.

@david-paquette 7 жыл бұрын

Thx !

@marcog7924 10 ай бұрын

Question for anyone: @Think Media I have both the RODE Podcaster mic as well as the NT-USB. I have the headphones that RODE sent with the NT-USB and am connected to the back of that microphone. However, if I switch to the Podcaster mic, I hear a great deal of feedback and echoing in the headphones which is making recording difficult. Both mics sound fine when I record, but I've noticed that the NT-USB sounds a little more prominent when I record and listen back to it on my computer speakers. Perhaps a bit clearer. Does anyone have a recommendation as to how to get rid of the echoing sound in the headphones and what levels to set both microphones to during broadcasting. P.S. - I get no feedback in the headphones if I use the NT-USB mic, only the Podcaster mic. Thanks!

@craigjackson3212 6 жыл бұрын

Dude - your input levels are far to hot - aim for -12db then normalise and edit later.

@sincerelyshans 7 жыл бұрын

I think the NTUSB is better. Seems to enhance the bass in your voice

@syanibibi 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know how I can attach my Rode NT-USBMicrofone with my Android phone?. If it is really possible?My laptop got broken and i really wanted to record some vocals Thanks for reading and answering