Available on both Windows and MacOS, Røde Connect is a powerful software solution created by the Australian manufacturer for recording professional-quality podcasts and livestreams with ease. The software allows up to four Røde microphones to be connected to a single computer, with a fully featured digital mixer complete with level controls, solo and mute button, and one-click access to studio-quality audio processors. It also offers expansive features for both podcasters and streamers, including customizable sound pads and virtual channels for seamlessly connecting remote guests, integrating streaming applications, adding music beds and more.
Offering the ability to connect up to four guests to a single computer, Røde Connect is perfect for anyone who wants to create content using just a computer. With an intuitive recording interface inspired by the RødeCaster Pro console, featuring broadcast-style faders, level metering, sound pads, mute button, multi-channel recording and more, Røde Connect gives users complete control and seamless integration of external audio sources.
Until now, Røde made the software compatible with the NT-USB Mini and Wireless GO II microphones. By adding the VideoMic NTG, the solution now supports all typical scenarios for content recording, from the typical roundtable interview for a podcast, to location interviews where a wireless lapel microphone is the more practical solution, and now also adding a versatile shotgun that will be more forgiving to distances.
The VideoMic NTG is a versatile compact shotgun on-camera microphone that is also ideal for use on a desktop stand or studio arm for both podcasting and streaming. It also has a USB output for plugging directly into computers, unlocking the possibility to select it as a source in the Røde Connect software. This unique capability allows the VideoMic NTG to be used as a fully featured USB microphone, complete with headphone output and level control.
The VideoMic NTG can be placed on a desktop stand or studio arm, with precisely tailored audio processing provided by the Røde Connect software delivering professional results. Being a broadcast-grade shotgun microphone, the NTG offers a unique solution for podcasters or streamers who want to place their microphone further away from their mouth, while still retaining presence and clarity.
To coincide with this update, Røde has also released the WS-Chroma, a set of green and blue windshields for the VideoMic NTG. The colored foam enables the microphone to be placed overhead for optimal sound quality then chroma keyed out of the camera shot using green/blue screens in the background.
Version 1.3 of Røde Connect is available to download for free from the company's website. The WS-Chroma is shipping worldwide now.
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