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Rode Reporter Omnidirectional Interview Microphone Demo

Handheld Omnidirectional Dynamic Microphone for ENG, Interview, Podcasting, Broadcast, and Presentation Applications

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Perfect for Interviews, ENG, and Presentations

The Reporter handheld microphone maintains RODE's solid reputation for providing creative solutions for recording and sound-reinforcement challenges. For starters, it's an omnidirectional dynamic microphone — something that we rarely see here at Sweetwater. This configuration makes the Reporter ideal for several specific applications. It's the perfect mic for electronic news gathering, interviews, broadcasting/podcasting, and presentations. What's more, the RODE Reporter is tough enough for any mobile rig.

Amazing omnidirectional dynamic performance

The RODE Reporter microphone delivers the best qualities of both a traditional handheld dynamic and the omnidirectional polar pattern, which makes it perfect for most voice recording and presentation uses. In fact, RODE tailored its frequency response specifically for speech. The omni polar pattern means the Reporter captures sound from every angle equally. Position it below your face or between you and the person you're interviewing, and it will capture everything equally. And unlike highly sensitive condenser microphones, the Reporter provides you with the focused range you'd expect from a dynamic mic, so background noise won't ruin your audio.

The best handheld mic for on-screen use

Body-worn lavaliers may be ideal for many on-screen ENG and interview applications, but they are often impractical and take far too long to set up. That's when you need a quality handheld mic like the RODE Reporter. With its slender body and matte-black, anti-glare finish, the visually discreet Reporter is possibly the best handheld mic for the job. Thanks to an integrated multilayer mesh basket, there's no bulky windscreen to catch the eye either. However, if you want to make the most of your visible microphone, then sticking your organization's logo on the included detachable microphone flag is a great way to promote your identity.

Easily withstands the rigors of mobile production

Anyone who's worked in serious electronic news gathering knows your gear is going to take a lot of punishment. It's a result of both regular mobile wear and tear and the need to set up fast enough not to miss the story. This stress is yet another reason to go with a dynamic Reporter microphone, which is far less fragile than a typical condenser mic. Even the outside is coated in an extra-durable finish, which you can keep looking new by storing your Reporter in the included zip case. Top it off with RODE's excellent 10-year warranty, and you never have to worry about your new favorite microphone.

RODE Reporter Dynamic Microphone Features:

  • An ideal mic for ENG, interviews, pod/broadcasting, and presentation
  • Omnidirectional polar pattern picks up audio from every direction
  • Hold your mic below your face or between you and your subject for clear sound
  • Moving-coil dynamic element provides short-range focus and blocks out noise
  • Electronics and components are specially tuned for capturing speech
  • Integrated multilayer mesh basket eliminates the need for a visible windscreen
  • Clean and discreet look with matte-black finish won't stand out on camera
  • Included detachable microphone flag lets you display your organization's logo
  • Built tough for serious mobile ENG use and includes RODE's 10-year extended warranty
  • Protective zip case included

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Omni
  • Frequency Range: 70Hz-15kHz
  • Output Impedance: 150 ohms
  • Sensitivity: -56 dB (1V @ 1Pa)
  • Color: Black
  • Connector: XLR
  • Weight: 0.56 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: REPORTER

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Rated 5/5

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Since I posted my original review I had a chance to use the microphone in the field. I am even more impressed! Sound quality of the interview is pristine and I've had no issues with sounds coming from handling the mic. Adding a mic flag put the exclamation point on a professional setup with pro results. Totally happy with this purchase.
Music background: Radio Broadcasting
Rated 5/5

Mic itself is great, desktop use is extra $

I bought this microphone to use as part of a podcast in case I need to travel/interview multiple guests since it was portable and had omni directional range. I've only loosely tested it, but it's a great mic with great sound. I got it swiftly and in perfect condition.

One side note- I had planned on getting a stand in order to set it up as part of a round table discussion. What I didn't know was that in addition to buying the stand, you also need to buy the Rode RM5 adapter clip that attaches to the microphone and is put on the stand. I've emailed sweetwater about this but wanted to let anyone else in the same boat as me know about it publicly so they can be prepared to spend an extra $... in addition to the stand and buy everything in one shot, rather than a couple separate orders like I have.
Rated 5/5

Clear and Present

I bought a pair of these omnidirectional mics for use in my church for the podium and lecturn. Most average folks have no clue about how to speak into a microphone and either eat the mic or speak off axis so their words are either explosive or barely audible. Omnidirectional mics are more forgiving and are the choice of news gathering press or for interviews. These long handle mics present well and prevent most of the plosives P's and B's for forceful speakers yet with their wide pickup pattern can lend more intelligibility to spoken word. These Rode mics fit the bill nicely and they are priced right! Now amateur speakers and the Pastor can be heard clearly and the words are more intelligible. These replaced an Sure SM63 and an SM58 which are awesome mics but the SM63 is so small it is too far away from the presenter's mouth that you have to jack up the gain and the SM58 is just not as clear and can be muddy or prone to plosives. Having 2 of the same mics on each side of the alter presents well visually and ensures the mic is closer to the person using it thanks to the long handle. I'm very happy with the results and I would highly recommend them as reporter mics, interview mics and general public address mics or all the reasons stated above. The build quality is great and they feel more substantial than the SM63 which looks and feels more like a toy. The Omnidirectional SM63 is also a great mic but the shorter handle and thinner body don't present as well visually and unless you opt for the long handle version they don't get close enough to the speaker's mouth. Great mics and with Sweetwater you know you get great customer support, great price and an extended warranty. Thanks to my salesman Mike Picotte and all the staff at Sweetwater for demonstrating great customer service as always!
Music background: Church musician and weekend warrior!
Rated 4.5/5

Rode Quality

The Rode Reporter omnidirectional interview mic is another quality build from Rode, and at a fantastic price to boot! Just opening the box alone is a treat that prepares you for something special inside. The microphone is solidly built metal construction to meet the wear and tear of daily use in the field. Size matters! The length of the microphone creates a comfort zone between reporter and the interviewee, with the omnidirectional pickup pattern providing a nice balanced sound for off-axis delivery of content. I did notice some handling noise if I re-gripped the microphone during recording, but it's manageable. Another great thing about this microphone is the flat side contour which provides a nice grip position, but also prevents the microphone from rolling off of a table accidentally. The gun metal black coloration contributes to the professional look and feel of the Rode Reporter microphone. In addition to the microphone, Rode provides a nice vinyl zipper case for storage as well as a badge that clips over the top of the windscreen for station or network I.D. I find the placement a little awkward and probably would not use it. Rode chose to not include a mic clip, which is a minor issue since the interview mic is obviously a hand held daily use application. With Rode on the box you can't go wrong.
Music background: Radio Broadcasting
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