Early in May, the Go:Podcast system is launched.
Roland has introduced a whole new podcasting system that can be used on the fly and comes at an attractive price. Both a USB condenser microphone that is compatible with four different polar patterns and a companion app that is capable of streaming to various platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook are included in the Go:Podcast studio that the firm offers.
A statement made by the firm promotes the Go:Podcast as “the simplest way to do high-quality live streaming with a mobile device.” The USB microphone and access to the companion app (available for both iOS and Android) are both included in the purchase price of $140. The companion app supports live broadcasting, including dual-camera setups. Alternatively, you can attach a second “satellite” camera to supplement the one on your smartphone, which allows the latter to work simultaneously with both the front and rear cameras of your smartphone. A wireless screen sharing feature is also supported, which allows for activities such as live-streaming mobile gameplay.
There are three different polar patterns that may be selected from the microphone: cardioid, which is ideal for one person speaking, omni, which is multi-directional, and stereo, which is ideal for two individuals or musical performances. You have the ability to align the stereo channels with your video through the use of a fourth choice.
There are a number of Roland’s product images, such as the one that is seen above, that show a compact smartphone tripod and V-Moda headphones with the microphone. However, these accessories are not included in the package. In response to Newtechmania’s inquiry, a Roland spokeswoman emphasised that the purpose of those was to demonstrate an example of a complete mobile podcasting system, with the microphone and app representing the core components.
A number of useful features are included in the Go:Podcast app, such as the ability to superimpose text and images, play video clips and audio tracks, split the screen, and picture-in-picture mode. Additionally, it provides stock photographs and movies, as well as free-to-use background music files, which I think sound better than I originally imagined they would.
As early as May, Roland’s Go:Podcast studio, which costs $140, will be delivered. On Roland’s website, you will be able to acquire additional information (and keep an eye out for more particular availability as the launch date draws nearer).