New Microphone!

I got a Broadcaster!

I decided I was not happy with the sound of my beloved Procaster dynamic mic. I mean, it's pretty good in terms of noise floor and good for certain applications, but it also a somewhat unflattering tone, it seems to miss a lot of middle range tones that need EQ in post to get the best from it. So, I splashed out on this beauty:

The Rode Broadcaster. It's a condenser microphone, meaning it's powered and thus more sensitive than the passive dynamic Procaster. The Broadcaster microphone is a high-quality condenser microphone designed specifically for broadcast applications. It is produced by the Australian audio equipment manufacturer Rode.

The Broadcaster microphone features a cardioid polar pattern, which means it is most sensitive to sounds coming from directly in front of the microphone, while rejecting sounds from the sides and rear. This makes it ideal for capturing the voice of a single speaker in a noisy environment, such as a radio or television studio.

One of the key features of the Broadcaster microphone is its frequency response. It has a flat, extended frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz, which means it can capture a wide range of frequencies accurately and faithfully. This makes it ideal for capturing the nuances of a human voice or musical instrument.

The Broadcaster microphone also features an internal pop filter and shock mounting system, which helps to reduce unwanted noise and vibrations from wind and handling.

Compared to other microphones, the Broadcaster is often considered to be a high-end, professional-grade microphone. It is designed for use in broadcast studios, and its flat frequency response and cardioid polar pattern make it particularly well-suited for capturing the human voice. However, its price point and sensitivity may make it less suitable for general-purpose use, such as recording music or podcasts, where other microphones may be more suitable.