Are you podcasting with co-hosts or guests located miles away and wish you could sound like you’re in the same room—without breaking the bank? In this episode, Dave Jackson dives into Rode’s newest update: the ‘Call Me’ feature for the Rodecaster Pro 2 and the Rodecaster Duo.

Dave shares his hands-on experience with the new feature, how it dramatically improves remote audio quality, and why it might be a game changer for podcasters who value seamless, pro-sounding remote interviews.

- Pro 2 supports up to 4 mics and a computer connection (great for multi-host podcasts, $700).

- Duo is more compact, supports 2 mics (ideal for solo hosts or single co-hosts, $500).

- Both now come in black and white!

- Lets you connect seamlessly with remote co-hosts or guests.

- Offers crystal clear audio, much closer to “in the same room” quality than usual online calls.

- Simple to use: Click, type in a code, and connect—no software needed for guests!

- Works best when both parties have a Rodecaster, but web guests can join too.

- Great for live streaming (YouTube, Facebook, etc.), but be aware of streaming delays.

- Listeners joining live must mute the broadcast tab to avoid echoes and awkward silences.

- Dave shares tips for educating callers to avoid common live podcast mishaps.

- ‘Call Me’ is free for one guest at a time.

- Want multiple remote guests? Plans start at about $10/month for extra connections.

- Note: The cost of the Rodecaster hardware itself (Pro 2 or Duo) is the main investment.

- The new feature floored him with its simplicity and sound quality!

- Bonus tip: His preferred vendor, Sweetwater, provides extended warranty, tech support, and even candy in the box.

### Resources & Links

- Rodecaster Pro

- Rodecaster Duo.

- Sweetwater

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