Rodecaster Pro II Review / Walkthrough / Explained

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Today I walkthrough, explain, test and review the Rodecaster Pro II which is the new gold standard for USB mixers. I compare this to the preamp of the Rodecaster Pro 1, demo the processing, test the bluetooth, run an outboard preamp line level, and even record music using the instrument DI. This thing seems to do it all.
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00:00 - Intro / Pricing / Disclosure
00:25 - Signal Chain for Testing
00:49 - What’s in the Box
01:03 - Build Quality
01:53 - Specifications
02:22 - Walkthrough of Physical Device
03:57 - Walkthrough of Device Software
16:03 - Processing Walkthrough
22:26 - Shure SM7b Mic Test (No Cloudlifter or Fethead)
23:37 - Preamp Gain Noise Tes
24:32 - Rodecaster Pro 1 vs. Rodecaster Pro 2
26:06 - Line In Testing (External Preamp Test)
26:54 - Bluetooth Test
27:28 - Latency Test
27:58 - Instrument Input Music Test
29:06 - Pros & Cons
34:24 - Recommendation
37:41 - Outro
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@techmed-rainer Жыл бұрын

Wow, this is the most complete review on the RCP2 I found on KZfaq. Thank you so much!

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU so much Rainer. You are so kind, and your support is appreciated more than you know. You rock!

@techmed-rainer Жыл бұрын

@@Podcastage You're very welcome, Bandrew!

@OpenYourMindPodcast Жыл бұрын

Yea dude u rock. But wish u went through all the voice fx

@michaelj.4187 Жыл бұрын

@@OpenYourMindPodcast - your mind was so open you missed that part....wise guy, eh!

@RhysMorganpewpew Жыл бұрын

"Do I really need all the features and functions the RCP2 offers?" ME: No! (buys it anyway and super happy with it)

@ezzel-bendary8762 Жыл бұрын

I have been waiting for that review since the PODCASTER PRO II was released...you are always the best with your detailed, professional and honest reviews...Thank you and i wish you all the best, Keep going💪😎

@TheRealBrendanMcCoy Жыл бұрын

Brilliant work as always Bandrew! You're videos and reviews are always in-depth and super helpful sir!! :)

@LucasKrml Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for that video, honestly knew it would be the best review of the RCP II on youtube and you simply confirmed that.

@nowherefool Жыл бұрын

This was a great review. I feel like if this was the kind of thing I needed I would be very comfortable making a decision whether to get the Rodecaster Pro II or not based on the in depth information and demonstrations you provided. As always a fantastic job, Bandrew.

@ReyDawid Жыл бұрын

I've been searching lots of videos, and your the only one a see that explains exactly what i need it , thank you.

@nwcic 2 ай бұрын

Nice review. I was considering recommending this to a client, and your walk-through helped me decide to recommend it. Thanks

@RetroMax85 Жыл бұрын

Love your channel - just discovered you when searching for info about RCP II. Great detailed video...I just purchased one as part of a bundle. Looking forward to ditching the old analog mixer and getting into the digital audio world. Can't wait to set it all up!

@keithgendler8727 Жыл бұрын

It took me two bites to digest this one. Massive effort, Bandrew, and very well done. Dare I say comprehensive. It's certainly more than I need, but I have a friend....

@Integrator22 10 ай бұрын

Your video reviews are simply amazing… very “hands on”, informative and practical. THANK YOU for all the effort and positivity you put in your work ❤

@Podcastage 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words, that really means a lot.

@jordanwoerndle2986 Жыл бұрын

your reviews are unreal. glad you are here

@burzilai Жыл бұрын

watched it from start to finish and absorbed all the info 😀.. YES I need it in my life,. great review, good job as always. more power to you and your channel.

@PartyDJ-Dylan97 Ай бұрын

thanks for letting show this beautiful rodecaster. im very impressed to get one soon!

@Siddhartha_A 3 ай бұрын

I love this! One of the best walkthroughs I have seen!

@Studeo22MediaGroup 2 ай бұрын

Mine Just Got Delivered today! Perfect Timing!! Great Video!

@arnoldwong5926 Жыл бұрын

That was a great video and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was very informative just like all your other videos.

@masonjusticemoore4005 28 күн бұрын

this was exactly what I needed - thank you, bravo

@Khalidalvi Жыл бұрын

Fantastic review. I was in search of such kind of review for a long time. Thanks a lot.

@Podcastage 11 ай бұрын

You're very welcome Khalid. I am happy to know the video provided what you were looking for. Happy recording!

@rogerwong5112 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Well done review and I appreciate the honesty at the end.

@StefanMischook Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Your reviews are very helpful. Question, do you still use audio hijack? And would the processing on the Rode Podcaster compare, or are better?

@michaelj.4187 Жыл бұрын

great job Bandrew! Well done, Sir...

@TheGeekGauntletPodcast Жыл бұрын

I love this unit and I use it all the time on my podcasts and live streams.

@delcanvideoproductions4895 12 күн бұрын

Thanks for another great review. Much appreciated.

@Irshaad88 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic review. Thank you for putting in the time and effort to make this as professionally as you do. I have also managed to randomly freeze the device a few times. As for the startup, perhaps Rode could introduce a sleep state instead of a complete shut down, and perhaps that would help with the slowish bootup time. Thanks Bandrew.

@garyclement5527 Жыл бұрын

Very good video- shows me what I'm ready to get into. I like you too and this was very helpful to hear your opinion and ideas here.

@geraintrichards4550 Жыл бұрын

I have absolutely no use for probably 90% of the functions on this. But I want it so much I almost need it 🤣

@zenstrukt Жыл бұрын

So glad I picked one up on release -- A bit of a rough start initially but quickly acknowledged and resolved by adding in the routing functionality! I also upgraded from the GoXLR Mini and would do it again in a heartbeat 🙂

@kathyditzel Жыл бұрын

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@jswallet 11 ай бұрын

Very thorough. Love the funny sounds and voice tests.

@Podcastage 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad it was helpful.

@marcuselder4596 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Thank you for taking the time.

@ShoggyTechTv 3 ай бұрын

When i first saw the RCP2 it was love at first sight. I just had to have it even though i wasn't exactly sure why i needed it or how i was going to use it. Now i'm using it it as my mixer and audio interface and i also do a bit of podcasting with it too. It's given me a level of control and flexibility i just didn't have with my previous audio interface. It really is an all rounder. Highly recommended. Thanks for the review.

@bradj43 Жыл бұрын

Total home run on that final honest recommendation (and the whole vid). Got this guy to evaluate, tried it for a day, loved it, then, as you said, did an honest reflection and decided I don't need it. May in the future, but for now my solid USB mic is good, I already invested in Hindenburg Journalist, which gives me all the simple yet powerful tools I need, I collaborate with other podcasters but 94% of the time we're on different ends of the world...yeah, this thing is awesome, but it's 700 bucks that could be better spent elsewhere. Good chance I'll be back to it within a year or so. But not now.

@ee1yd Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this one

@All4chaosG Жыл бұрын

Oustandingly thorogugh. Thanks for review. Watched ever minute.

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Happy to know it was thorough for you. Hope it was helpful. Have a great day.

@markfulton3633 Жыл бұрын

Great comprehensive video. 👍🏻

@bobigigel5024 Жыл бұрын

A useful and awesome review! Keep up the good work!! As for the RCP 2, it is indeed a very powerful device that offers huge functionallity, but as you said it is not for everyone and i really think it's a good idea to think carefully before you spend 700$, because if you don't need all that, maybe you should look into something else, but again Great job as always👍

@NadiaZC1 3 ай бұрын

I literakly watched this video end to end, I have one turning up tomorrow. And totally agree with you, often people dont realise how much time it takes to make even a short 4 minute video. I'm replacing my focusrite 2i2 4th gen with this so I can have an all in one device. I sing and do cover songs every once in a while and having multiple devices is getting a bit much. Thank you for taking your time to put thie video together, not only informative but you're entertaining to watch and listen to. Regards, Nadia.

@rickthurman9275 Жыл бұрын

Great Info! Going to watch again Thank You!

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Rick, I appreciate that very much.

@ramonbs6075 Жыл бұрын

Awesome review!

@Nadroj97 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video man, thank you

@mr.maxwell8247 Жыл бұрын

I didn't even realize the video was this long until you mentioned it at the end.

@Megatorpe Жыл бұрын

As always, excellent!

@jacobbontrager Жыл бұрын

Great Video! Very Detailed

@JackChambersWard Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the detailed review, Bandrew! I wasn't expecting a GI Joe PSA "Body massage" reference in this video but I appreciated it nonetheless 😂

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your PORKCHOP SANDWICHES!

@JDfromNY Жыл бұрын

Has anyone run into a problem with the USB-C to PC connection. The RCP2 doesn’t stay connected. Microphone input bounces from connected to not connected. I don’t know if it’s a cable issue, a device issue or something that could be updated and fix via a firmware update.

@back2the80sradio Жыл бұрын

True story: Although I love your videos, I was super tired from work and falling asleep. At around min 27:10 as I am starting to nod off, the clip of your podcast woke me up in laughter as I heard the word, "bung." That took me way back to my days in high school in the '80s! I appreciate the humor! Thanks, buddy! And, of course, thanks for all your content.

@ConsumerTeamPete Жыл бұрын

Love your content. Thanks for using a format and not wasting my time. Question: I use the RCP 1 in several studios for interviews with people that don’t do a ton of interviews. I’m concerned that the latency in the RCP 2 will be a distraction for non-broadcast folks. Because if this I’m seriously considering staying w RCP 1 for new purchases. Thoughts?

@TALKCalgary Жыл бұрын

Without doubt the best review of the Roadcaster Pro 2 I've seen anywhere. Only one thing I disagreed with (and that is a personal preference) is that I'd actually like to see more physical microphone faders not less. As it is, I use 2 condenser mics in a booth along with a dynamic mic outside connected directly to the unit for TalkBack/live streaming etc. The 4th is used as a line level input which leaves nothing to spare. Then again when recording VO I go directly into an Apollo twin and that only has 2 inputs. Ultimately, do I need the RPC2? Probably not. One feature would make this a killer unit for me? The ability to integrate directly with Source Connect.

@Asiavibes Жыл бұрын

I'm honest: I don't need it. Do I want it? HELL YES. Also, another crazy good review. You are the GOAT.

@maverickduarte5473 6 ай бұрын

Great channel!!

@Podcastage 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching Maverick, I appreciate ya.

@KrispyMexican Жыл бұрын

Great video, just really wish they would release or at least tease a 1 or 2 input version like you said.

@larrycom Жыл бұрын

It's very nice of you to be that honest, because most people think they need more and they don't. I have the 1st version and I wouldn't buy the 2nd version because I don't need more. Be creative with what you have.

@robertomguimaraes Жыл бұрын

How this great channel dont have 1 billion subscribers?!

@XaviFabregasMotovlog 8 ай бұрын

This is the best and most complete review of this product I've seen 👏👏👏 I just bought a Rodecaster Duo to get voicemeeter out of my life😅, and I'm dying to start tinkering with it. PD: I've seem other videos from you (mics, hp, interfaces,...) But with this one you get a new subscriptor 👍

@Podcastage 8 ай бұрын

That's very kind of you to say. Thank you very much for the nice comment. Glad the video has helped.

@philiplui8790 Жыл бұрын

Nice effort, thank you!

Жыл бұрын

Amazing rewiew. Still with RCP 1. Waiting for 3. :)

@Mapriex Жыл бұрын

Really great video, i would see some real latency tests between input signal and audio output between different setups like pc in - headphone out, mic in - speakers out an so on

@wadebradshaw3522 Жыл бұрын

Dude, excellent review! I hope you do a review of the new Rodecaster Duo.

@Podcastage 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion Wade. I think I may do one on that.

@hannibalishungry Жыл бұрын

I’m satisfied with first version. I’ll wait a few years before upgrading

@ledgeri Жыл бұрын

Just realized (again), how "playfullable" is the audio world compared to e.g. visual. You can turn one value up and down, and it can be funny, compared to with video, where you need to find more balance almost instantly. Audio hits the core on a more direct way. Awsome review!

@elpapalou Жыл бұрын

Hi, Bandrew! Hope you some day can do the review of "Zoom L-8"; excellent work as always. Big hug from México.

@PaddyONAIR 11 ай бұрын

Best review i've seen on the web. Will you do one for the RODECaster Duo, too?

@Podcastage 11 ай бұрын

I really appreciate the kind words. I have one but haven't opened it yet to start testing it. I was thinking more of a comparison to the Rodecaster Pro II because I imagine a lot of the features are the same.

@PaddyONAIR 11 ай бұрын

@@Podcastage The thought came to me too ... AFTER I had written the comment. 😂 I also think that makes sense. So I'm looking forward to it. And thanks for your hard work with the reviews.

@ConsumerTeamPete Жыл бұрын

Bandrew...thanks for the time and effort you put into your videos. I can always depend on you and Curtis Judd to not waste my time. Is there something you miss from the first version of the RCP that didn't get into the RCP2? Just curious. Also, to confirm, with the RCP2 I'll be able to run my Apollo Twin interface and processing into the RCP2 to combine with the RCP processing? Thanks pete

@carljenkins7354 11 ай бұрын

I swear this is the kind of review that builds trust in a reviewer. I wish I had seen this video a year ago, I would have bought one. 😢

@Podcastage 11 ай бұрын

Wow that's incredibly kind of you to say. Thanks for checking it out and for the really kind words. I hope that the gear you currently have is suiting your needs and you're getting great sounding recordings out of it.

@franciscobabel7323 Жыл бұрын

well done mate, cheers

@CliffFennell 5 ай бұрын

You did well - standing ovation :)

@frubo_ssg Жыл бұрын

33:40 - totally agree!!!! A smaller version would be my dream device as well.

@Sircence Ай бұрын

Rodecaster duo

@jdsutter Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thumbs up, Bandrew. I gave you one in return. 😃 Great review, as always.

@Eddylive Жыл бұрын

Podcastage.... always fantastic! Was considering upgrading from the 1 to the 2. But I don't think that I will use all of the features. I don't even use the features on the 1

@WyattOShea Жыл бұрын

Would love to own one some day but as it is right now I don't have an actual use for it considering my current stuff does the job just fine but it's definitely on my wish list for sure.

@umokayig Жыл бұрын

Hey Bandrew! Would you be able to do a video on the Austrian Audio OC16? It's pretty new and I'd like to hear what you think about it!

@navypti Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like me! I like you too. Currently wearing my Red Podcastage T. I think we are being "stiffed" by Rode!! They are made here in Australia so no shipping charges, import etc. I live in Australia. I have only found one store that sells them for UNDER $1000! The usual RRP is $1089 which is $750 U.S. Okay rant over. Great review Band aid!!

@frankboelens7168 Жыл бұрын

Amazing review. Is it possible to record only one of the inputs on the SD card? I mean is it possible to assign what goes to the recording?

@JBManos-gg2zm Жыл бұрын

Exactly on the boot up time. Takes what seems to be forever.

@velikuparin483 2 ай бұрын

That was a good show about it, thank you. 28:34

@dickginkowski6071 Жыл бұрын

Well done, mi amigo. But, if you have the first version, is it worth shelling out for the new incarnation?

@thejeremydavis Жыл бұрын

Question, if I was going to be running a multi-mic podcast (2-4 respectively), with multi-cameras, is there something ELSE you would recommend that would handle all of this MINUS the "un-needed" sound effects? When you made me ask myself, "Do I need this all?", I need MOST, but not the sound effects etc. Thanks!

@stanmanmedia Жыл бұрын

Great job as always Bandrew!! Thanks!!.. I finally got one.. familiar with audio interfaces, can't get the Bluetooth connected phone (tried different phones) to pick up much signal from the RCP2, the audio going to the caller. Very faint, even the sound effects get out to caller, but faint. Have latest firmware, phone audio plays music great. Recording to micro storage produces great output sound from my mic and sound effects at the RPC2, but very little sound volume sent to caller using BT, almost inaudible, but there is some sound. So caller gets almost no audio out of the RPC2. Tried every imaginable routing for BT, tried different BT settings at phone, multiple phones/brands etc. My setup at RCP2 is only wall/power supply plugged in, Wifi connected and the BT connected to smartphones with no USB connection to computer. I noticed the monitor icon on the RPC2 was yellow slashed out, figured that's because I have no monitors attached. Anyone have any ideas? Faint output sent to smartphone caller via BT from RCP2 is the issue. Have support issue opened for a while, but though someone may shed some light.. thanks!!!

@EhradioCanada Жыл бұрын

I don't have one of these devices I was considering it but what happens in Canada is we get double priced ie $US converted to $CDN so I'm not sure if it's worth spending best part of $2000 with a decent mike desktop arm and the device itself just to go the XLR route. I currently use a fantastic piece of software on my mac called 'audio hijack' by 'rogue amoeba' look it up this works with my iphone and any other device, it's well worth trying the cost is minor but what you can do with this is almost limitless 10/10

@INFOXlive 8 ай бұрын

Little brother of Procaster Pro 2, the Prodcaster Duo has very good mic preamps. Gain hungry dynamic microphones have awesome clean sound, much better compared to “cloudlifters”. Suits well for many purposes, audio recording, live shows, DAW input, online calls. Very versatile device. The only caveat is lack of easy way to mute monitors.

@brockmannolaf7182 Жыл бұрын

Daumen hoch! Great review!

@MichaelWilliams-lo3ix Жыл бұрын

Awesome

Жыл бұрын

It was an awesome review; however you didn't mention the TRRS connection?

@lilianweiss2028 Жыл бұрын

Let's get this straight: Bandrew, your voice was made for the NT-1 and the NT-1 was made for your voice. Match made in heaven. Great vid! But you missed the opportunity to play that "airhorn" at least thrice in the video :-D

@Pharesm Жыл бұрын

Your reviews are really very good! Between you and Curtis, I feel very confident what the device is going to be like! The hard part is durability - are knobs and faders only held by the solder on the circuit board, or are they properly affixed with screws or an equivalent attachment method.

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

This is on loan, so I don't feel comfortable tearing it down, so unfortunately I can't answer that. I'm sorry. Rode does have a very responsive customer support team on twitter (and probably through e-mail too), where you could probably get an answer to this question.

@jamiehayes6714 Жыл бұрын

In the absence of a 1 or 2 channel version, what would you suggest for those who need high gain due to their dynamic mic choice. Zoom Podtrack? I use Heil PR40s and they need lost of clean gain. I mainly do Zoom presentations. Great review!!!

@No_Lollygaggin 9 күн бұрын

"Anybody want a body massage?" got me! I was not expecting that and almost spit out my drink 😆

@davidkennerly Жыл бұрын

Bandrew, you would be fantastic doing demos at NAMM or AES, NAB, etc. Alternatively, you could do the nursing home circuit providing entertainment to shut-ins. But seriously, you should consider demo-ing for the trades, you would be a huge hit & way better than many I have suffered through over the years.

@StevieHogendoorn Жыл бұрын

Good video! I've heard in several reviews that there's a latency in the headphone monitoring, so hearing your voice back with a slight delay. Is this something that has been adressed by now?

@Alexandra-Rex Жыл бұрын

Great review! All your work is highly appreciated! This would replace my Soundcraft Signature 12 MTK, my dbx 286s and my headphone amp which is connected to Group 1-2 on the mixer. And replace Voicemeeter on my two systems which I use to send game sound from the game PC to the streaming PC and microphone sound from the streaming PC to the gaming PC (so I can get in-game voice when I want to). And on top of that, give me a lot more functionality since I get the functionality of the dbx 286s (and more) to all sources. I really want to try this thing.

@RhysMorganpewpew Жыл бұрын

I had a DBX286s and Motu M2. Sold the DBX kept the M2. Replaced with the RCP2. No regrets at all.

@Tony-ui2sl Жыл бұрын

@Rhys Morgan how is it so far? Also, what microphone are you using? I was debating on getting RCP2 or motu with dbx 286s for noise gate. Want to be flexible where I can create videos, music, livestream.

@devoitec4600 Жыл бұрын

Moin. a question? Could you make it theoretically also so with that you can make zb the microphone over Line 1 loud and softer and zb on Line 2 Game Sound and on Line 3 Music and on Line 4 Discord or more ?

@cosmic040 Жыл бұрын

Congrats Bandrew on this great in-depth Review / Walktrough! And yes, quite an impressive device & feature implementation. (One mini-question: Since I don't think this thing works like a classic multitrack-recorder for musicians: You did combine / mix the music tracks on a computer, correct?) Thanks & cheers from Hamburg, Germany! 🍻 👉p.s.: Oh! Let me take a guess: you'll comment to telegram you, are you? 😂 (me = No telegram, using Signal)

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

Cosmic - Thank you very much. Yessir, I recorded each instrument separately in a DAW on my computer and used the amp sims in the DAW. edit: oh yeah and something about blah blah blah you won, telegram number...congratulatiosn

@richiebricker Жыл бұрын

Wow, That was a full review. Theres nothing left that you didnt put in. Thanks. It looks perfect for recording and overdubing guitar and the like. Just a lil too pricey for me

@NickzAndMikz 4 ай бұрын

Nice pre's

@morganhazard Жыл бұрын

Wishful thinking for streaming: RCP2 with hdmi switching… or ATEM mini with balanced audio.

@jabnls Жыл бұрын

Nice GI Joe reference!

@ErenCaner Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@ErenCaner Жыл бұрын

Do you suggest it to someone who only makes one person show on KZfaq with SM7B with i212? I will use maybe at most its effects.

@TheGeekGauntletPodcast Жыл бұрын

If you want it smaller...you would have to cut not only the other two mic inputs,but the sound pads as well

@matthewpateofficial Жыл бұрын

When you recorded the guitars did you not have latency when recording in logic?

@keegankoertzen Жыл бұрын

I also had that same hang up when importing a show, I've had mine for about a month and it also has only happened once. I'm sure a future software update will solve this.