Studio grade processing
APHEX-powered DSP and the ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp ride on board - a finished vocal chain before the signal leaves the mic.
RØDE · DYNAMIC DUAL-CONNECT MICROPHONE
PodMic USB.One mic. Two ways to connect.
The Swiss-army PodMic: broadcast-quality dynamic sound with both XLR and USB-C on board, APHEX-powered processing, zero-latency monitoring and direct recording to computers, iPhones, iPads and Android devices.
XLR + USB-CAPHEX DSPZero-latency monitoringiOS + Android
Choose your finish
Finish availability varies by product and region - confirm current options with the host.
XLR & USB connectivity
Analog three-pin XLR for mixers and interfaces, digital USB-C for computers, tablets and phones - the same broadcast voice on both.
Broadcast quality
A broadcast-quality dynamic capsule tuned for rich, full-bodied speech, in rugged all-metal construction made in Sydney, Australia.
OVERVIEW
Rich, full-bodied sound.
Wherever you plug in.
The PodMic USB is an ultra-versatile dynamic microphone ideal for podcasting, streaming, gaming, voice overs and other speech applications for content creation. It delivers rich, full-bodied sound and features both an XLR and USB output for connecting to an audio interface or mixer like a classic broadcast microphone, or directly to a computer for plug-and-play recording.
The digital USB output features RØDE's ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp and powerful APHEX digital signal processing for capturing studio-quality sound with ease, and a zero-latency headphone output complete with level control makes recording seamless. For even more versatility, the PodMic USB is also fully compatible with iOS and Android mobile devices, offering a high-quality portable podcasting or streaming solution.
0dBMaximum SPL
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THE SWISS ARMY MIC
Everything the PodMic is -
everywhere you record.
Four capabilities that follow you from the studio desk to the kitchen-table interview.
01 / 05Scroll or drag - unveil the anatomy
Dual connect: XLR and USB-C
Run it into a mixer or interface over XLR in the studio, then plug straight into a laptop, iPhone, iPad or Android device over USB - the same broadcast voice in every scenario.
APHEX-powered sound, on board
Over USB, integrated APHEX audio processing with VoxLab controls brings a high-pass filter, noise gate, compressor and the legendary Aural Exciter and Big Bottom effects - a complete vocal chain inside the mic.
Broadcast capsule, pop-protected
A high-power neodymium dynamic capsule with internal pop filter and shock mounting captures rich, plosive-free speech - with an external studio-grade pop filter included in the box.
Monitor and control on the mic
A zero-latency headphone output with on-board level control lets you hear yourself perfectly while you record, wherever the studio happens to be that day.
KNOW THE REAR PANEL
Every connection,
one turn away.
Tap a point on the panel - or a card - and the microphone explains itself.
ALL-IN-ONE RECORDING SOLUTION
A studio that fits
in a backpack.
Direct USB recording with on-board processing means the interface is optional - take the same broadcast sound from desk to location.
VoxLab presetsNoise gate + compressorAural Exciter · Big Bottom
KEY FEATURES
Twelve reasons
it earns the desk.
The full official feature set - every promise the PodMic USB ships with.
- Broadcast-quality dynamic microphone
- Analog XLR and digital USB-C connectivity
- Fully compatible with Windows and Mac computers, and iOS and Android devices
- On-board DSP for advanced APHEX audio processing
- Ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp
- Built-in headphone output with volume control and zero-latency monitoring
- Compatible with RØDE's suite of software - RØDE Connect, RØDE Central, RØDE Capture and UNIFY
- Integrated swing mount for simple and secure positioning
- Internal pop filter for minimising plosives and internal shockmount to reduce vibrations
- Studio-quality external pop filter included
- Robust, all-metal construction - incredibly rugged and highly durable
- Designed and made in RØDE's precision manufacturing facilities in Sydney, Australia
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
Open, mount,
on air.
Three pieces, zero shopping list - the box covers the first session end to end.
PodMic USB
The microphone itself, swing mount integrated - position it and start talking.
Studio-grade pop filter
An external studio-quality pop filter is included in the box, on top of the internal one.
USB-C to USB-C cable
Plug straight into a computer, tablet or phone and record from the first minute.
Box contents summarised from the manufacturer's listing - confirm the exact bundle with the host.
FULL SPECIFICATIONS
The numbers
behind the voice.
Manufacturer-provided figures - switch groups to see every measurement.
- Acoustic principle
- Dynamic
- Polar pattern
- Cardioid
- Address type
- End
- Frequency range
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Output impedance
- 460 Ω (XLR)
- Maximum SPL
- 148 dB SPL
- Equivalent noise (A-weighted)
- Analogue: 26 dBA · Digital: 19 dBA
- Sensitivity
- -57 dB re 1 V/Pa (1.4 mV @ 94 dB SPL) ±3 dB
- Analogue output connectors
- 3-pin XLR, 3.5mm headphone jack
- Weight
- 900 g
- Length
- 123 mm
- Width
- 109 mm
- Height
- 110 mm
- Power requirements
- Via USB: 5V @ 100mA
- Output connection
- USB-C
- Bit depth
- 24-bit
- Sampling rate
- 48 kHz
- Processing
- APHEX digital signal processing
- Minimum OS requirements
- Windows 10 · macOS 10.15
Specifications provided by the manufacturer for the PodMic USB.
THE PAPERUS SETUP GUIDE
From box
to broadcast.
Six short chapters - everything between unboxing and your first episode.
THE LAY OF THE LAND
Know your PodMic USB
Ten details worth knowing before the first take.
On the body
- Internal pop filter behind the grille
- All-metal body and mesh
- Internal shockmount around the capsule
- Standard stand mount
- Integrated swing mount
- Swing-mount locking knobs
On the rear panel
- 3.5mm headphone output
- Headphone volume control
- USB-C output
- XLR output
SETUP IN SECONDS
Plug in over USB
- Connect the USB-C output to your computer with the included cable.
- Open your system sound settings and choose RØDE PodMic USB as the input device.
- Speak at a hand's width from the grille and watch the input level respond - you are ready to record in any app.
Works with Windows 10 and later, and macOS 10.15 and later - no drivers needed.
THE BROADCAST ROUTE
Go classic over XLR
- Run a three-pin XLR cable from the mic to any audio interface or mixer.
- No phantom power is needed - the dynamic capsule is entirely passive on the analog side.
- Monitor through your interface as usual; the on-mic headphone output serves the USB side.
Same capsule, same voice - the XLR side behaves exactly like a classic broadcast dynamic.
A STUDIO IN YOUR POCKET
Record on your phone
- Connect the USB-C output straight to an iPhone, iPad or Android device.
- Open your recording app - the PodMic USB is recognised as the audio input automatically.
- Record interviews, podcasts or streams anywhere, with the same processed sound as on the desk.
RØDE CENTRAL AND FRIENDS
Shape the sound
- Install RØDE Central on your computer to set input gain, the high-pass filter and firmware updates.
- Unlock the APHEX chain - noise gate, compressor, Aural Exciter and Big Bottom - and hear the difference live.
- Prefer a full desk? RØDE Connect, RØDE Capture and UNIFY all speak PodMic USB natively.
HEAR YOURSELF - THEN GO
Monitor, pack, repeat
- Plug headphones into the 3.5mm output and set your level with the volume wheel - zero-latency, no echo.
- Loosen the swing-mount knobs, fold, and the all-metal body shrugs off the bag commute.
- At the next desk: one cable, same voice. That is the whole workflow.
Want the deep configuration options too?
TWO FINISHES, ONE VOICE
Pick the one that suits the room.
Both finishes carry identical acoustics and electronics - mention your preferred colour when you enquire on a showcase.
PODMIC OR PODMIC USB?
Two PodMics.
One decision.
Both share the broadcast-grade dynamic character; the difference is how - and where - you connect.
Connectivity
XLR only
XLR + USB-C
On-board DSP
No - shaped at your interface
APHEX-powered, VoxLab controls
Headphone output
Via your interface
Zero-latency, on-mic level control
Works with phones and tablets
Through an interface
Direct over USB (iOS and Android)
Ideal setup
Permanent studio with mixer or interface
Studio one day, laptop or phone the next
HOW ENQUIRIES WORK
From this page
to a conversation.
Paperus enquiries happen on live showcases, so every conversation stays attached to a real offer from a real host.
Browse live showcases
Open the Audio & Sound category filtered for this product and see who is offering it across the UAE right now.
Message the host
Start a conversation on the showcase itself - ask about condition, availability, your preferred finish, accessories and handover.
Agree and meet safely
Verify before committing and follow the marketplace safety guidance for payments and meetings.
HAVE ONE TO SELL?
From your desk
to their studio.
Own this microphone? Give it the same spotlight treatment and meet the people searching for it.
Create your showcase
Photograph it honestly, pick Audio & Sound and let the showcase journey shape a polished presentation.
Earn the spotlight
Your showcase appears in the category rail and search - beside this very page - with signature Paperus presentation.
Respond and hand over
Manage every enquiry from your dashboard and follow the marketplace safety guidance for a clean handover.
LIVE IN AUDIO & SOUND
Take the PodMic USB home.
Dual-connect broadcast sound is one conversation away - enquire on a live UAE showcase, or give yours the spotlight.
RØDE, PodMic, VoxLab, APHEX, Aural Exciter and Big Bottom are trademarks of their respective owners. Paperus is an independent UAE marketplace; this brand spotlight is editorial information for buyers and sellers and is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by RØDE. Product details are summarised from the manufacturer's official pages; confirm current specifications with the host before committing.