The hero of the RØDE X launch range is UNIFY . Designed to be the ultimate audio software for streamers and gamers , UNIFY consolidates functionality that would otherwise require multiple applications into one easy-touse solution . This includes routing and mixing up to four USB microphones or other audio devices and up to six virtual audio sources ( including game , chat , music and browser applications ) in one intuitive interface ; creating independent sub-mixes for different outputs , including their livestream , headphones and chat ; adding studio-grade audio processing to microphone channels ; triggering on-thefly voice * and sound effects ; multitrack recording and more . UNIFY is the most advanced audio software available for streamers and gamers , offering cutting-edge features with RØDE ’ s legendary user accessibility and ease of use . The software comes free with all RØDE X products or is available for purchase as a monthly or yearly subscription for use with any other USB audio product .
“ UNIFY is a huge step forward for streaming and gaming audio technology ,” said Senior Product Manager Chris Beech . “ Throughout development , we spent countless hours researching exactly what streamers and gamers need from audio software and worked tirelessly to implement every feature while ensuring it is as simple to use as possible . From professional streamers with complex technical requirements to casual gamers who want to take their audio to the next level , UNIFY is the perfect solution .”
Alongside UNIFY in the range are two brand-new microphones : the XDM-100 and XCM-50 . The XDM-100 is a professional dynamic USB microphone that delivers rich , broadcast audio ideal for streaming and gaming .
The brand-new XCM-50 dynamic USB microphone and UNIFY virtual mixing solution for streamers and gamers .
It features premium circuitry with RØDE ’ s ultra-low-noise , high-gain Revolution Preamp™ and high-resolution 24-bit / 48 kHz analog-digital conversion ensuring pristine audio quality . Its studio-grade dynamic capsule and tight cardioid polar pattern offer excellent clarity with superior rejection of room noise and keyboard or mouse clicks , and it comes with a highquality pop shield and shock mount for mitigating unwanted pops , knocks and bumps . A high-power headphone output provides flawless zero-latency audio monitoring and playback , complete with hands-on level control and microphone mute functionality .
The XCM-50 is a professional condenser USB microphone also optimised for streaming and gaming . It delivers highly detailed voice reproduction with incredible warmth and presence thanks to its full frequency response . It too features a highpower headphone output complete with a level control and mute button , and an internal pop shield and capsule shock mount provide protection from pops , knocks and bumps . To make getting started even easier , the XCM-50 comes with a desktop tripod and features an integrated 360-degree swing mount for flexible mic positioning .
Both microphones feature powerful internal digital signal processing ( DSP ), which can be unlocked using UNIFY . This allows users to add advanced APHEX ® audio processing to their voice – including a compressor , noise gate , high-pass filter , and the legendary Aural Exciter™ and Big Bottom™ effects – with full granular control over every parameter for crafting their own signature sound . Together , UNIFY and a RØDE X microphone offer a complete audio solution for streaming or gaming with the full capabilities of a professional broadcast studio .
These products are the first in the RØDE X range , with more slated for release in 2023 and beyond . “ The launch of RØDE X marks an exciting new era for RØDE ,” said Damien Wilson . “ In addition to these two incredible microphones and UNIFY , we have a suite of groundbreaking products currently in development that are going to shape the future of audio for streaming and gaming . This is just the beginning .”
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