RodeCaster Video and Audio Console: The Key to the Rode Video Production Ecosystem

Video production involves the careful organisation and editing of visual and audio components to create compelling content. This process spans a wide spectrum, from simple video production for social media to complex broadcast projects. 

Why is video production an important element to consider? It allows you to produce more engaging content, and that gets your message across with greater success. From a YouTube perspective, this equates to more views, for business this means more clientele or sales, and there is evidence to suggest video production affects student engagement positively, so it is becoming increasingly important in the education space.

While larger projects often require bulky, expensive equipment and a team of professionals, the growing trend of home-based and in-house content creation has fueled a demand for more streamlined and compact setups. Enter the RodeCaster video and audio console, a versatile solution that simplifies the production process.

With the RodeCaster video and audio console, you have the power of a whole video production crew at your fingertips.

With various inputs, including 4x HDMI and 2x USB-C, the RodeCaster Video allows you to input the video feed of up to six cameras simultaneously. While live streaming you can switch between different angles on the fly with a simple touch, adding inevitable production value to your content.

Audio is just as essential to the quality of your content as the visual components. The RodeCaster Video console allows you to input various microphones simultaneously, via two high-quality XLR inputs, analogue audio inputs, USB ports, and wireless receivers, so you can utilise and control sound from numerous sources. To get the best sound, each channel offers advanced APHEX audio processing with EQ, high-pass filters and other integral effects.

Are you finding that one microphone is quiet or has too much low end? The RodeCaster Video console makes it quick and easy to make adjustments and solve any issues as they arise, using the versatile rotary encoder and a 2-inch touchscreen.

With all these inputs, it can become confusing to remember which source is providing what view or particular sound. To simplify this, the RodeCaster Video console allows the creation of up to seven complex scenes, which are collections of video, media, graphics and more; you can call on these scenes with the press of a button.

While the RodeCaster Video and audio console is not solely for live streaming, this ability is one of the main strings to its bow. This product offers direct streaming via either ethernet or WiFi to the following compatible platforms: YouTube Live, Twitch, Facebook Live, Twitter/X Live and custom servers.

As you have probably figured out by now, the RodeCaster Video and Audio console is a large piece of your video production puzzle but there are still many other pieces of video production equipment necessary to finish the picture.

• Output Type: XLR
• Built-In Pop Filter
• Broadcast Quality Audio
• Perfect for Podcasts, Interviews & More

If you are setting up a video production company on a budget, the Rode PodMic microphone provides exceptional broadcast-quality audio without costing a fortune. This microphone is well built with a rugged metal design and a stainless steel mesh grill. It also features a handy swing arm for finding the perfect position promptly and avoiding handling sounds.

Ideal for voice applications, including streaming and podcasting, the Rode PodMic delivers incredibly rich and detailed audio, while limiting environmental and room noise - this means you can capture great audio in less-than-great conditions.

• Output Type: XLR
• Built-In Pop Filter
• Broadcast Quality Audio
• Perfect for Podcasts, Interviews & More

The Rode Procaster microphone is another option that is perfect for studio settings, such as podcasting, interviews and more. The microphone includes a rugged, all-metal build. it comes with a microphone stand to make it easy to place the microphone in position to capture the best possible audio.

With a dynamic capsule and tight polar pattern, the Procaster is a great fit for voice applications and it limits plosive sounds expertly with its built-in pop filter.

• Output Type: Wireless
• Includes Furry Windshields
• 2.4GHz Digital Transmitter
• 260M Line of Sight Transmission Range

Afford your video production work a greater level of flexibility by using a wireless microphone set-up, such as this Rode Wireless Pro microphone system. With a 260m line of sight transmission range, this microphone system is the best option for going cable free, and allowing your audio source, such as a performer or host, to move around while they work.

Crucially, the wireless input of your RodeCaster video and audio console still has access to APHEX effects, so you have complete control over the levels and the overall sound of your wireless audio.

• Output Type: Wireless
• 7-Hour Battery Life
• Ultra-Lightweight Design
• 200M Line of Sight Transmission Range

The Rode Wireless Go II is another wireless option to slot into your video production workflow. With each component of the system weighing just over 30 grams, you will easily find the space for it in your kit. As well as a 200m line of sight transmission range, the Go II includes a built-in battery with an extended 7-hour battery life - this is a great option for on-the-go content creation and impromptu recordings.

• Headphones: With the ability to capture such high-end audio at your fingertips, you will want to keep a close ear on all sound coming into your RodeCaster console. The console features a dedicated headphone output, so be sure to include a high-quality pair of closed-back headphones in your kit.
• Lighting: Wondering how people create more successful video productions for YouTube or similar platforms? We can tell you that dark and grainy footage is quickly skipped by viewers To combat this, include lighting in your video production kit. There is a wide range of options available, with key considerations being how strong you need your lighting to be, as well as portability.

• Light/Microphone Stands: If your studio lighting and microphones don’t come with suitable stands to keep them sturdy and secure in one place,  invest in some well-made stands to set everything up quickly and safely.
• Video Cameras: No video production kit is complete without cameras to capture the video; this probably goes without saying! If you are starting your kit from scratch and adding new cameras, we love the flexibility and quality that is possible from modern mirrorless options, such as the Sony FX3. Being an interchangeable lens camera, this model gives you the option to experiment with different focal lengths, and despite being compact this model is an advanced performer - it even has a built-in cooling fan for uninterrupted recording!