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I’m Hank Davis, and this is Podcast Gear News for November 2025 (Your monthly podcasting equipment news show).After last month's episode RODE launched the RODECaster Video S. The RODECaster Video S is a slimmed down version of the RODECaster Video and retails for $499 as opposed to the nearly $1200 of the original device. It has 3 HDMI inputs instead of 4, 1 HDMI output instead of 2, 1 USB-C input for a camera or microphone instead of 2, 4 less buttons for triggering scenes, media, inputs, and

I’m Hank Davis, and this is Podcast Gear News for October 2025 (Your monthly podcasting equipment news show).Zoom Corp announced the PodTrak P4next which features 4 XLR inputs, battery power, and features like AI noise reduction, tone shaping, and voice compression (which are all available on the USB model the PodTrak P2).In addition to the 4 XLR inputs the P4next sports a TRRS port, a connection for Zoom's Bluetooth device the BTA 2, and USB-C for connecting to a computer. The device can handle up

I’m Hank Davis, and this is Podcast Gear News for September 2025 (Your monthly podcasting equipment news show).This month Warm Audio came out swinging! They have three new mics each in nickel or black. The WA-47jr SE and the WA-87jr SE (both minus polar pattern, low cut, and pad switches) cost $199 each. Meanwhile the WA-87jr, with polar pattern, low cut, and pad switches, comes in at $299. Longtime, and trusted, microphone reviewer Curtis Judd says the WA-87jr SE is worth serious consideration. A

I’m Hank Davis, and this is Podcast Gear News for August 2025 (Your monthly podcasting equipment news show).NEW PRODUCTS & SOFTWARE:The new RØDECaster Video firmware update introduces a powerful suite of updates designed to elevate live production. Key features include full NDI (Network Device Interface) support with PTZ camera control, updates to RØDE Capture for seamless IOS video integration, and creative tools like luma keying, key masking, and layer stretch for professional overlays. Users

I’m podcast award-winner Hank Davis, and this is Podcast Gear News for July 2025 (Your monthly podcasting equipment news show).Zoom’s well-received PodTrak P2 has ended its price hike experiment (at least in the United States, anyway). When the device launched this year, it retailed for $99.99 USD, but after it garnered attention, it was promptly raised to $149.99 USD. Thankfully, the dual USB mic input interface is back to its original price. Note that some of their other products remain at an

This is Podcast Gear News. I'm Hank Davis, an award-winning podcaster, commercial and film director, and YouTuber. Each month, I'll run down all the latest news surrounding podcast equipment and software. From upcoming and recently released microphones and audio interfaces to the accessories and software used to create content, Podcast Gear News is a monthly resource that will help you keep up with all the latest podcasting technology. I'll also discuss the products reviewed on my YouTube channel