RODE Broadcaster Precision 1" Broadcast Cardioid End-Address Condenser Microphone

• 1" precision gold-sputtered condenser capsule for broadcast-quality audio
• Cardioid polar pattern for focused sound capture and background noise rejection
• End-address design optimized for voice applications
• Internal pop filter to reduce plosive sounds
• High-pass filter (75Hz) to eliminate low-frequency noise
• LED 'On-Air' indicator for studio use with compatible consoles
• XLR output for professional studio connections
• Powered by 48V phantom power
• Rugged metal body for durability in professional environments

The RODE Broadcaster is specifically designed to meet the demands of voice professionals, offering broadcast-grade audio for radio, television, podcasting, and voice-over work. Its 1-inch condenser capsule is precision-engineered to deliver rich, detailed sound with an emphasis on vocal clarity and presence, making it ideal for any application where clear voice capture is critical.

With its cardioid polar pattern, the Broadcaster focuses on sound coming directly from the front of the microphone while rejecting unwanted noise from the sides and rear. This ensures that your voice remains clear and isolated from environmental noise, making it perfect for studio environments and broadcast setups where control over background sound is essential.

The Broadcaster features an end-address design, meaning the microphone captures sound from the front end rather than the side. This design makes it easy for announcers, podcasters, and voice-over artists to position the microphone and speak directly into the capsule for optimum sound clarity.

To ensure clean vocal recordings, the Broadcaster includes an internal pop filter that reduces plosive sounds such as "p" and "b", which can cause distortion in recordings. This internal protection helps minimize unwanted noise, ensuring that your recordings remain smooth and professional, even in close-mic situations.

The Broadcaster is equipped with a high-pass filter set at 75Hz, which helps to remove low-frequency noise such as rumble or air conditioning hum. This feature is essential for ensuring that your voice remains clear and focused, particularly in noisy studio environments or when recording in spaces with ambient low-frequency sounds.

For use in broadcast studios, the Broadcaster includes a built-in LED 'On-Air' indicator that lights up when the microphone is active. This feature works with compatible consoles and is a useful visual cue for presenters and producers to know when the microphone is live, enhancing the professional workflow in radio and broadcasting environments.

The RODE Broadcaster features an XLR output, allowing seamless integration with professional studio equipment such as audio interfaces, mixers, and broadcast consoles. The microphone is powered via 48V phantom power, ensuring it delivers the high-quality sound needed for professional applications.

Built with a rugged metal body, the Broadcaster is designed to withstand the rigors of daily use in professional studios. Its durable construction ensures long-lasting performance, making it a reliable choice for broadcast engineers, voice-over professionals, and podcasters who require equipment that can handle constant use.

The RODE Broadcaster is perfect for broadcasters, radio hosts, voice-over artists, podcasters, and content creators who need a broadcast-quality condenser microphone for voice recording. Its cardioid pattern, internal pop filter, and high-pass filter make it ideal for studio environments where clarity and control over background noise are essential.

General:

• Product Type: Broadcast-Grade End-Address Condenser Microphone
• Model: RODE Broadcaster
• Purpose: Designed for professional broadcasting, voiceovers, and podcasting, delivering exceptional voice clarity and natural sound with a broadcast-standard cardioid pickup pattern

Microphone:

• Type: 1-inch large-diaphragm condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Focuses on sound directly in front of the microphone while minimizing background noise from the sides and rear, ideal for studio environments
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Tailored low-end response optimized for voice applications
• Impedance: 40 ohms
• Sensitivity: -34 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (25 mV @ 94 dB SPL)
• Max SPL: 128 dB SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78 dB (A-weighted)
• Equivalent Noise Level: 14 dB SPL (A-weighted)

Acoustic Properties:

• High-Pass Filter: None
• Internal Pop Filter:
  • Built-in high-quality pop filter to minimize plosive sounds (such as "P" and "B" sounds)

Connectivity:

• Output Connector:
  • Standard 3-pin XLR for professional audio interfaces and mixers
• Power Requirements:
  • 48V phantom power required (via XLR connection)

Additional Features:

• On-Air Indicator:
  • Features a dedicated 'On-Air' LED indicator, which can be connected to external devices for visual indication when the microphone is live
• Broadcast-Optimized Frequency Response:
  • The tailored frequency response delivers a rich, full-bodied sound, perfect for capturing vocals with exceptional clarity and detail in broadcast applications

Physical:

• Body Material:
  • All-metal construction for durability and long-term studio use
• Dimensions:
  • Length: 167 mm (6.57 inches)
  • Diameter: 50 mm (1.97 inches)
• Weight: 577 grams (20.35 oz)

Included Accessories:

• RM2 durable microphone stand mount
• ZP1 padded zip pouch for protection and storage
• Quick Start Guide

Environmental Conditions:

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Additional Features:

• Broadcast-Quality Sound:
  • Designed specifically for voice applications, the RODE Broadcaster offers a smooth, full-frequency response, ideal for radio, podcasting, and voiceover work
• On-Air Indicator:
  • The integrated 'On-Air' indicator is a unique feature for professional broadcast studios, providing a visual cue that the microphone is active
• Durable Construction:
  • Built with robust materials, the microphone is highly durable, ensuring long-term reliability in professional studio settings
• Internal Pop Filter:
  • Effectively reduces plosive sounds, improving vocal clarity without the need for an external pop filter
• Phantom Power:
  • Requires 48V phantom power for operation, ensuring compatibility with professional studio equipment such as mixers and audio interfaces