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Rode PodMic | XLR Output | Dynamic Cardioid Capsule | Internal Pop Filter | Integrated Swing Mount
A broadcast-style talk tool for hosts, presenters and studios that already run a mixer or interface.
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Rode PodMic is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 19,500, brand new and sealed. This is the original XLR version: a dynamic cardioid microphone with a broadcast-grade capsule, an internal pop filter, internal shock mounting and a built-in swing mount. Made by Rode in Australia, the Rode PodMic weighs 937g and has an all-metal body built for daily studio use. It needs no phantom power, so it works with any audio interface, mixer or podcast console that has an XLR input. Come and hold one at our store on the first floor of Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for podcast hosts, radio presenters, journalists and church media teams, the Rode PodMic handles the problem condenser microphones struggle with in Kenyan rooms: background noise. A dynamic capsule mostly hears the voice right in front of it, so traffic on Moi Avenue, a generator outside or colleagues in an open office fade into the background. Studios in Kilimani and Westlands use microphones like this for multi-guest shows, because each host gets a clean channel. Pair the Rode PodMic with a boom arm and an interface, and you have the core of a professional talk setup.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops stock only cheap USB microphones or unbranded XLR copies, Mascom International carries genuine Rode stock with local warranty support. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the Rode PodMic gives them the rich, close radio sound they hear on established podcasts. We also stock the Rode PodMic USB at KSh 31,500 for anyone without an interface, so you can weigh both versions on the counter before choosing. Visit us in Nairobi CBD, or order on WhatsApp and pay when the Rode PodMic reaches your door anywhere in the country.
Common Questions About the Rode PodMic
What is the Rode PodMic price in Kenya?
The Rode PodMic sells for KSh 19,500, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. The price covers the original XLR microphone with its built-in swing mount and a 12-month warranty through Mascom International. An XLR cable and an audio interface are not in the box. The Rode PodMic USB costs KSh 31,500, so the XLR version saves you KSh 12,000 if you already own an interface. Delivery is pay-on-arrival, same day within Nairobi and next business day to most towns.
Do I need an audio interface or mixer to use the Rode PodMic?
Yes, the Rode PodMic connects only by XLR, so it needs an audio interface, mixer or podcast console between it and your computer or recorder. It will not plug straight into a laptop or phone. Its output signal is fairly low, so choose an interface or preamp with plenty of clean gain, meaning enough boost to raise a quiet voice without hiss. Mascom International can advise on matching interfaces and XLR cables when you visit our Kimathi Street store.
Rode PodMic or Rode PodMic USB: is the extra KSh 12,000 worth it?
Pay the extra KSh 12,000 for the Rode PodMic USB only if you have no interface and want to plug into a computer directly. The Rode PodMic costs KSh 19,500 and connects by XLR alone. The Rode PodMic USB, at KSh 31,500, adds a USB-C connection beside its XLR output and built-in voice processing. If you already run a mixer, interface or podcast console, the original Rode PodMic gives you the same broadcast-style dynamic sound for less.
How does the Rode PodMic handle traffic noise, dust and power cuts in Kenya?
The Rode PodMic is a dynamic microphone, so it rejects much of the street, fan and generator noise common in Nairobi offices and home studios. It has no electronics that need phantom power, and a passive design leaves little inside to fail from heat or dust. During a KPLC outage your interface still needs power, so a laptop-powered interface or a small UPS keeps a session running. Wipe the metal grille with a dry cloth to clear dust from matatu-route rooms.
Who should buy the Rode PodMic and who should skip it?
Buy the Rode PodMic if you run a podcast or radio-style show through an interface or mixer and want each speaker on a separate, focused channel. Skip it if you record alone into a laptop and own no interface; the Rode NT-USB Mini at the same price plugs straight in, and the Rode PodMic USB covers both connections. Singers wanting airy studio detail should look at the Rode NT1 Signature Series. Anyone needing a handheld stage microphone wants a different shape altogether.
Can the Rode PodMic record a two-person or panel podcast?
Yes, multi-guest shows are where the Rode PodMic works best: give each speaker a Rode PodMic and route them into separate channels of an interface or mixer. Because each dynamic capsule mostly hears its own speaker, voices stay separate, which makes editing and volume balancing easier. You need one XLR input per microphone, so a two-guest show needs a two-input interface. Many Kenyan podcast teams in Nairobi and Mombasa start with two Rode PodMic units and grow from there.
Does the Rode PodMic need phantom power?
No, the Rode PodMic does not need phantom power; Rode's datasheet states it is not required. Phantom power is the 48-volt supply that condenser microphones draw through the XLR cable, and a dynamic capsule works without it. You can leave the 48V switch on your interface off. If it is switched on by mistake, a properly wired dynamic microphone like the Rode PodMic is generally unaffected, though turning it off is good practice.
Is the Rode PodMic good for radio presenters and church live streams?
The Rode PodMic suits radio presenters, journalists recording voice-overs and church media teams streaming sermons, because its 50Hz to 15kHz range focuses on the human voice. The cardioid pattern keeps congregation noise and room echo lower than a condenser would. The internal pop filter reduces breath blasts during energetic preaching. It is a desk or boom-arm microphone, not a handheld one, so pastors who walk the stage need a wireless system, while seated presenters and panel hosts suit it well.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Capsule
- Broadcast-grade dynamic capsule — a moving-coil design that turns voice into signal without needing power, giving the close, warm sound of radio studios.
- Cardioid polar pattern — hears mainly what sits directly in front, so street traffic, ceiling fans and other speakers stay lower in the mix.
- 50Hz to 15kHz frequency response — tuned for speech rather than full-range music, keeping voices clear and leaving out low rumble and harsh hiss.
- Sensitivity of -57dBV, about 1.4mV at 94dB — a low output level, so pair it with an interface or preamp that has strong clean gain.
- Internal pop filter — a layer inside the grille that softens the air bursts from P and B sounds before they reach the capsule.
Connectivity and Output
- 3-pin XLR output — the standard professional microphone connector, accepted by audio interfaces, mixers, podcast consoles and field recorders worldwide.
- Output impedance of 320 ohms — a typical low-impedance figure that lets you run longer XLR cables without losing signal quality.
- Analogue signal only — the Rode PodMic sends audio to your interface, which then converts it to digital for the computer or recorder.
- One microphone per input channel — each speaker gets an independent track, making balancing and editing multi-guest podcasts much simpler afterwards.
- XLR cable not included — buy a balanced XLR cable of the length your desk or studio layout needs; Mascom International can supply one.
Power Requirements
- No phantom power required — the dynamic capsule needs no 48-volt supply, so it works on any interface or mixer XLR input.
- No battery inside — there is nothing to charge, swap or leak, which suits a microphone left mounted on a studio arm for years.
- No USB power draw — the microphone itself places no load on your laptop, leaving the interface as the only powered part of the chain.
- Passive design — fewer internal electronics means fewer parts that heat, humidity or a power surge can damage over time.
- Interface stays the powered link — during outages, run a bus-powered interface from a laptop or keep the setup on a small UPS.
Build and Durability
- All-metal construction — the body and grille shrug off knocks from busy studio sessions and handling by several presenters a day.
- Weight of 937g — a solid, heavy microphone that stays steady on a boom arm and does not drift when a host leans in.
- Dimensions of 172mm long, 109mm wide and 62mm high — a broadcast-style body that looks professional on camera for video podcasts.
- Internal shock mounting — isolates the capsule from desk bumps, cable tugs and table taps that would otherwise thump through the recording.
- Black or white finish — confirm which colour is in stock with Mascom International on WhatsApp before you place your order.
Mounting and Positioning
- Integrated swing mount — the bracket is built into the body, so it attaches to a stand or boom arm without a separate clip.
- Standard thread fitting on the mount — fits common microphone stands and studio boom arms, including Rode's own PSA1 and PSA1+ arms.
- Swing mount angle adjustment — tilts the microphone toward each speaker's mouth for consistent volume whether they sit upright or lean forward.
- End-address design — you speak into the top end of the microphone, not the side, which makes positioning on camera straightforward.
- Close-talk technique recommended — speaking a few centimetres away gives the fullest tone and keeps room sound at its lowest level.
Package Contents
The Rode PodMic arrives brand new and sealed in Rode retail packaging. The box holds:
- Rode PodMic dynamic microphone with its integrated swing mount
An XLR cable, a boom arm and an audio interface are not included, so plan for them before your first session. Mascom International sells compatible XLR cables and can recommend interfaces for one or several microphones; ask our team on WhatsApp what is in stock today.
Warranty
Mascom International covers the Rode PodMic with a 12-month warranty for manufacturing defects under normal use. If a fault appears, bring the microphone and your receipt to our service desk in Nairobi CBD and we will handle the claim.
Buying the Rode PodMic from Mascom International
You will find the Rode PodMic at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Ask us to connect it to an interface at the counter and hear the difference against the Rode PodMic USB. Rode makes it in black and white, so check which colour we have today.
Contact us through:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order ships pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Customers in Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and studios in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nyeri, Thika and other major towns get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Order a cable at the same time and your setup arrives in one parcel.
The Rode PodMic carries the 12-month warranty described above. Our team gives you straight answers on specifications, fair pricing and real after-sales help whenever your studio needs it.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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