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Vocal effects are finding increased utility among streamers and content creators. As such, it is only proper to feature ideal vocal processors for their craft.

The Rodecaster Duo is an all-in-one solution for mics in audio production and content creation.

The Rodecaster Duo mixer has built-in audio interface functionality and vocal effects. And it excels at providing all these functionalities with its intuitive interface.

Its audio quality floored me. Vocals sound full and clear, and you can get a good representation of the audio output when monitoring via headphones.

The built-in vocal effects are also equally impressive. APHEX processing lets you shape your vocal sound with EQ-type effects like Depth, Sparkle, and Punch. And the results are outstanding, especially for broadcast and streaming use. Other useful vocal processing includes a compressor, equalizer, de-esser, aural exciter, and noise gate.

The unit features six customizable smart pads that can be programmed to trigger sound samples, mixer functions, built-in voice-changing effects, and more. The voice-changing effects are fun. My favorite is the disguise effect, which can mask your true voice. Other noteworthy effects include robotic, megaphone, and pitch shifting.

The Rodecaster Duo also comes with various input and output options, which should be enough for most content creators, voice actors, or vocalists recording in their home studio setups. It even has Bluetooth connectivity that allows for less cabling.

Finally, it has two USB-C interfaces, which can work with dual-PC setups. It sits perfectly on a table but can also be placed on mic stand mounts.

For more control and functionality, Rode offers something bigger called the Rodecaster Pro II.

With its intuitive control and quality effects, the Rodecaster Duo is excellent for multi-talented vocalists and content creators.

Tech Specs

• Profile: Table Top
• Harmony: None
• Pitch Correction: Pitch and Formant Shifting
• Looper: Record and Playback Phrases via Smart Pads
• Effects: Reverb, Echo, Megaphone, Robot, Disguise, Pitch Shifting, Compressor, Equalizer, De-esser, Aural Exciter, Noise Gate, Big Bottom, High Pass Filter, Panning, Depth, Sparkle, and Punch
• Phantom Power: 48V
• Inputs: 2 x Combo XLR-1/4", 1 x 1/8" (Aux in), 1 x Toslink (Optical)
• Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS (line), 2 x 1/4", 1 x TRRS (Headphones)
• USB Port: 2 x USB C
• Power: 9V DC, 3A power supply (included)