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Rode · Microphones

Rode PodMic USB Hybrid

9/10

Broadcast-quality dynamic in USB+XLR form. Onboard DSP via Rode Connect software, internal pop filter, all-metal chassis. The "I'm getting serious" upgrade from a condenser.

$179$199

Our Review

GearScout Score

9/10

9

Performance

9

Build

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Comfort

9.2

Value

Our Verdict

Broadcast-quality dynamic in USB+XLR form. Onboard DSP via Rode Connect software, internal pop filter, all-metal chassis. The "I'm getting serious" upgrade from a condenser.

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      Alex Chen

      Peripherals Editor • 5+ years experience

      5/25/2026

      15 min read

      Key Features

      USB+XLR hybrid
      Broadcast quality
      Onboard DSP
      All-metal

      Specifications

      typeDynamic
      onboardDsp
      weightGrams940
      connectivityUSB-C + XLR
      polarPatternCardioid
      internalPopFilter
      frequencyResponseHz50-13000

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