The RØDECaster Duo is the ultimate compact audio solution for podcasters and content creators. Combining revolutionary features with superior sound quality, endless customisability and unmatched ease of use, the RØDECaster Duo is all you will ever need to record incredible audio for your content.
Key Features
Compact integrated audio production studio for podcasters and content creators
Ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamps™ (-131.5dBV EIN, 76dB gain)
Two high-quality Neutrik® combo inputs for connecting microphones, instruments and line-level devices
Built-in wireless receiver for connecting up to two RØDE Series IV transmitters (including Wireless PRO, Wireless GO II and Wireless ME)
Seven individually assignable channels with four broadcast-quality physical faders and three virtual faders
High-performance quad-core audio engine
Studio-grade APHEX® audio processing and on-board effects
Six fully programmable SMART pads with bank switching
3.5mm TRRS input for connecting headphones and headsets
Dual USB-C interfaces for connecting two computers or mobile devices
Advanced Bluetooth® connectivity for high-quality phone call integration
Multitrack or stereo recording to a microSD™ card, USB storage device or computer
Two high-power headphone outputs and balanced ¼-inch line outputs
5.5-inch high-definition touchscreen with haptic feedback and rotary encoder for easy navigation and control
New features and enhancements via regular firmware updates
Designed and made in RØDE’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia
Everything You Need to Sound Spectacular
The RØDECaster Duo is the world's most powerful all-in-one audio production solution. Condensing a complete professional broadcast studio into a compact and intuitive console, it gives you everything you need to sound spectacular, whether you're podcasting, streaming or creating any kind of content. Loaded with cutting-edge next-gen features and supercharged by a high-performance quad-core audio engine, this is all you need to produce exceptional content.
Incredible Audio, Incredibly Easy
The RØDECaster Duo is incredibly simple to navigate with its large high-definition touchscreen, tactile rotary encoder and broadcast-quality faders giving you hands-on control over every aspect of your sound. Get your project set up in seconds, and with professionally tailored presets and our intuitive VoxLab™ processing editor, you can dial in your perfect sound with the tap of button or twist of a knob. It’s never been easier to create amazing content.
Revolutionary Sound
The RØDECaster Duo features world-class Revolution Preamps™ that deliver pristine audio quality with any microphone, instrument, headset or line-level source. Designed from the ground up specifically for the RØDECaster series, 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.
Professional Processing, 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. Sound exceptional every time you hit record.
Super Compact, Highly Portable
The RØDECaster Duo is incredibly versatile and powerful, but it’s also exceptionally compact and portable. Take your podcast on the road, create content from home or the office or simply liberate some desk space to keep your livestream looking clean.
Connect All Your Mics - XLR, Headsets and Wireless
Customise To Your Creative Flow
No matter what kind of content you’re creating, the RØDECaster Duo can be configured to perfectly suit your workflow. Assign the eight inputs to any of the physical or virtual faders to suit your setup, customise the effects and processing for each channel, and transform the RØDECaster Duo into your own personalised studio.
Take Creative Control with SMART Pads
The RØDECaster Duo features six programmable SMART pads that give you huge creative control at your fingertips. Trigger sounds, music beds, or 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 so much more.
Connect Any Audio Device
No matter what your setup looks like, the RØDECaster Duo offers complete flexibility when it comes to connectivity, making it the perfect control centre for your audio productions. It features two USB interfaces for dual computer setups, an MFi-certified USB port that works seamlessly with iOS devices, and you can record ultra-high-quality phone calls or stream audio in high-definition via the advanced Bluetooth® connection.
The RØDECaster Series Compared
XLR/TRS Combo Inputs
2
1/4-inch Headphone Outputs
2
Physical Faders
4
Virtual Faders
3
SMART Pads
6
USB Interfaces
3
3.5mm TRRS Headset Input
Yes
Series IV Wireless Receiver
Yes
Quad-core Audio Engine
Yes
User Guide & Support
Welcome to the RØDECaster Duo user guide. Learn everything you need to know about using your RØDECaster Duo with step-by-step feature walkthroughs, tips, tricks, and more.
Learn everything you need to know about using your RØDECaster Duo with step-by-step feature walkthroughs, tips, tricks, and more on the user guide.
Features
Top View
5.5” HD Touchscreen
Channel Buttons
Channel Faders
Listen and Mute Buttons
Headphone Encoders
Rotary Encoder
SMART Pads
Bank Switching Buttons
3.5mm TRRS Headset Input
Rear View
Power Button
MicroSD Card Slot
USB 1
USB 2
1/4-inch Balanced Line Outputs
Dedicated USB Power Port
Ethernet Port
1/4-inch Headphone Outputs
XLR/TRS Neutrik® Combo Inputs
Getting Started with the RØDECaster Duo
Learn how to get started with the RØDECaster Duo, from basic configuration to setting up microphone channels, headphones and speakers, to making your first recordings.
Setting Up Channels and Outputs
The RØDECaster Duo’s fully customisable mixer makes routing audio sources incredibly easy no matter what kind of content you create. Learn how to set up and assign channels to the four physical faders and three virtual faders, and how to configure your different audio outputs.
Setting up USB Connections
The RØDECaster Duo offers incredibly flexible USB connectivity options. This includes two USB interfaces with three available USB audio devices, and a host of configurable options for mix-minus, custom routing, and multitrack recording. Learn how these USB connections work, what they should be used for, and how they can help streamline your workflow.
Connecting Callers and Online Guests
With advanced Bluetooth® connectivity and dual USB-C connectors, integrating phone calls and guests via communications apps on a computer or mobile device is incredibly easy on the RØDECaster Duo. Learn how these remote connections work and how to get the most out of them.
Using the SMART Pads
The RØDECaster Duo is equipped with six fully customisable SMART pads that can be programmed to perform a variety of functions, including triggering sounds, voice FX, mixer actions, and MIDI commands. Learn how to get the most out of the SMART pads.
How to Use the On-board Processing
Studio-quality APHEX® audio processing allows you to craft your sound and recording with better audio quality than ever before. Learn how to use each processor and tweak to taste using VoxLab™ or the advanced on-board editor.
Recording and Exporting Audio
Learn how to record audio to a number of locations, including an on-board microSD or external hard drive, or a computer, as well as how multitrack recording works and how to export your audio.
Using RØDE Central
Download the RØDE Central companion app and learn how to use it to get the most out of your RØDECaster Duo, including device configuration, transferring recordings, programming SMART pads and more.
Updating Firmware
Learn how to update the RØDECaster Duo’s firmware, find past and current firmware information, and how to access beta firmware.