In this video we show you exactly how to setup the Rode PodMic with the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface.

There are a lot of great reasons to consider this combination for your home studio:

  • Affordability
  • Quality
  • Popularity
  • Clean, good looking setup

This combination of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface and Rode PodMic would be perfect for any one interested in:

  • Podcasting
  • Voiceover
  • Video Conferencing
  • Live Streaming

How To Setup Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface With Rode Podmic

Total Time: 5 minutes

Connect Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface To Computer

Use USB C Cable: https://geni.us/zbSBho
Use USB C to USB A Cable: https://currentprice.io/usbc_usbb

Connect Rode PodMic To Audio Interface

Set gain for Rode PodMic

The colour ring should blink green whenever you speak. Avoid yellow and red if possible

Try Air Button (Optional)

This will add a boost to the high frequencies

Connect Headphones (Optional)

This will allow better monitoring

Use CloudLifter CL-1 (Optional)

This will add more gain to your Rode PodMic. If you use a CloudLifter, you will need to turn Phantom Power on

Open Desired Software and Connect to Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface

Pricing & Specs For Equipment In This Video

CHAPTERS:

  • 0:00 – Introduction
  • 1:02 – Connect PodMic to Scarlett 2i2
  • 1:22 – Connect Headphones to Scarlett 2i2
  • 1:28 – Connect Scarlett 2i2 to Computer & Setup Recording
  • 2:05 – Cloudlifter vs No Cloudlifter
  • 4:40 – Pricing & Specs
  • 5:00 – Focusrite Air Button Test
  • 5:40 – Foam Windscreen Test
  • 7:00 – Monitoring
  • 7:25 – Final Thoughts