Roland GO PODCAST Video Podcasting Studio USB Microphone for Smartphones Overview:

GO:PODCAST is an integrated livestreaming system with the perfect blend of superior quality and intuitive operation. Using the powerful mobile app and versatile USB microphone, creating high-quality streams is simple—even for beginners. From intimate Just Chatting sessions to interviews, demonstrations, and mobile gaming streams, GO:PODCAST helps elevate your online presence with engaging video and crystal-clear sound.

Highlights

Integrated mobile livestreaming solution with an intuitive video app and USB microphone
The simplest way to do high-quality livestreaming with a mobile device
Perfect for podcasters, vloggers, smartphone gamers, and musicians
Set up a two-camera system with multiple mobile device video sources, including built-in front and back cameras, a satellite camera, and wireless screen sharing
Overlay text and still images
Play video clips and audio tracks
Create a professional look with picture-in-picture and split-screen views
Enhance streams with free background music plus stock photos and videos
High-quality USB microphone features convenient onboard controls and four polar patterns for optimized sound capture in different situations
Using iOS, stream natively as a USB mic to TikTok, Instagram, Zoom, and other platforms
Using Android, stream natively to TikTok, X Spaces (Twitter), Skype, and other platforms
Use the GO:PODCAST app to stream to Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube
Record the main audio/video output and independent camera feeds

Level up your content.
High production quality is vital to growing your audience and gaining new subscribers. GO:PODCAST helps you deliver pro results in every stream, backed by advanced features derived from Roland’s professional AV products. This complete system provides the foundation you need to create compelling content that will keep your fans coming back for more.

Fast and easy setup.
Great streams don’t require complicated setups and expensive gear. GO:PODCAST lets you start streaming today with the iOS and Android mobile devices you already own. Connect the included microphone to your smartphone via USB-C and plug headphones into the stereo mini jack for monitoring. Then open the GO:PODCAST app to set up your camera and directly connect to YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and other streaming platforms.

Versatile camera capture.
The flexible GO:PODCAST app supports a variety of video setups to meet your streaming needs. Dial in your self-facing camera for solo sessions. Or simultaneously use the front and back cameras on an iOS device to capture you and a discussion partner. For dynamic demonstrations, seamlessly integrate a second mobile device as a wireless camera using the companion Roland Satellite Camera app. And if you’re a mobile gamer, you can share your screen to entertain your audience with gripping gameplay. It’s even possible to record camera views separately for offline content creation and editing.

Pro production tools.
The GO:PODCAST app is filled with powerful tools to boost your production quality. Use the step-by-step wizard to add a range of video options, including split-screen views and picture-in-picture effects. Import graphics for titles and lower thirds to achieve a polished, professional aesthetic. And personalize your streams with images, background music, and video content stored on your mobile device.

High-quality audio hub.
Even if your video looks great, viewers will quickly tune out if the audio is subpar. The GO:PODCAST microphone features a full-range condenser design, allowing you to capture voices and other sources with clear, warm, and articulate sound. There’s a convenient dual-function volume knob for the mic and headphone jack, plus an audio meter for setting optimum levels. The built-in stand provides easy desk positioning and a stable, isolated platform that helps keep the sound free of low-frequency rumble.

Optimize your sound with multiple polar patterns.
The GO:PODCAST mic includes four polar pattern options, an advanced feature not typically found on USB mics for mobile devices. Cardioid rejects rear sounds, making it the best choice for solo speaking. Omni picks up sound from every direction, which is ideal when you want to capture all the sound in a room. Stereo is perfect for recording two people, and it’s also great for capturing the depth and richness of an acoustic guitar or another live musical instrument. There’s also a switched stereo option to flip the left/right audio to match your video image if needed.

Specifications:

Controllers:
- MAIN knob
- MUTE button
Indicators:
- MAIN (PHONES, GAIN, MUTE)
- POLAR PATTERN
- STATE
Type: Condenser
Frequency Response: 20--20,000 Hz
Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Stereo, Switched Stereo
Bit Depth: 16-bit, 24-bit
Sample Rate: 48 kHz
Maximum SPL: 115 dB SPL
Current Draw: 200 mA
Output Impedance (PHONES): 16 Ω
Output Level (PHONES): 25 mW
Connectors:
- PHONES jack: Stereo miniature phone type
- USB port: USB Type-C(R)
Accessories:
- Leaflet "Read Me First"
- USB Type-C(R) to Type-C(R) cable
- USB Type-A to Type-C(R) cable

Size and Weight

Width:
- 98 mm
- 3-7/8 inches
Depth:
- 98 mm
- 3-7/8 inches
Height:
- 212 mm
- 8-3/8 inches
Weight:
- 550 g
- 1 lb 4 oz

GO:PODCAST App

Video Input

Satellite camera
Built-in camera
2 inputs in total
* Satellite cameras can be used with Roland Satellite Camera.
* Need to install the “Roland Satellite Camera” App on your iPhone, iPad and Android device.
* Codec:H.264 Bitrate:5Mbps

Video Processing

1080/30p
Depends on internal processing
* Video input will be converted automatically.

Input Formats

Up to 1080/30p
Automatically adjusts resolution and frame rate according to network bandwidth.

Still image and video and audio playback

Up to 10.
Use still images and videos saved in your device.
* Still image: JPEG, PNG (PNG alpha channel supported)
* Video: MP4 (H.264/AAC or MP3)
* Audio: MP3 (.mp3), WAV (.wav), AAC (.mp4, .m4a)

Scene

Up to 10.
Camera, PinP, SPLIT, Text, Image, Movie and BGM are either can be registered.

Video Effects

Transition: CUT
DSK (overlay): Text, Image* and Movie
Composition: PinP, SPLIT
PNG alpha channel composition supported

Audio Processing

Sampling Rate: Up to 24 bits, 48 kHz

Streaming Platform

YouTube Live
Facebook Live
Twitch
Custom RTMP supported

Recording

Format : MP4 (H.264/AAC)
Bitrate : 1Mbps〜20Mbps

Other Functions

Satellite Camera Control
(Zoom, Exposure, White Balance, Focus, LED Light, Stabilization)
* Depends on smart phone or tablet

OPERATING CONDITIONS

GO:PODCAST (for iPhone, iPad): Operating System: iOS 16 or later
GO:PODCAST（for Android): Operating System: Android 13 or later
Roland Satellite Camera（for iPhone, iPad): Operating System: iOS 13 or later
Roland Satellite Camera（for Android): Operating System: Android 10 or later