Thank you Curtis, an extremely helpful video. BTW with audio latency, I prefer to use the USB delay within my mixer rather than within OBS. This is because, every time OBS does an update, there is an unexpected change somewhere else within OBS. This has happened to me before with the sync delay within OBS. Moral of the story, a hardware solution is better than a software solution😂. Many thanks
What a coincidence I was looking at that convertor one hour ago. Cause few weeks ago, couldn't get clean audio from rode caster pro for a podcast. I am sure it was because balanced/unbalanced cables. Fortunately this device records internally. However my workaround at that time is to use rode wireless into headphones out 3.5mm in front. It did work. Not same quality as internal recording but definitely usable. Thank you for making this content.
Something worth mentioning as well when using balanced or unbalanced connections, particularly to cameras, is buzz/hum that's caused not but ground loop but by voltage differential which means even with a common ground they will still hum/buzz. Luckily a ground loop isolator will also fix this issue as it would with ground loop. I have this issue with my main camera rig in that my audio receiver (Deity connect) and my camera are both running off the same V-lock battery but at different voltages so i use an isolator. In my case I use a DC-DC converter that on the power supply line (B0505-1W) to the Deity connect as I was able to DIY something much smaller that way than a ground loop isolator but works in the same way and that is having a physical break in the chain at some point.
Great video Curtis, what i use is XLR into a marantz PMD 602a preamp that my stationary camera sits on top on a tripod, I use four dummy AA's and a usb power adapter to power it because it sucks down AA batteries like nobody's business and then the unbalanced 3.5 mm goes to the 3.5mm camera input so the video with synced audio goes into my Atem mini pro via HDMI
Probably not the RODECaster Duo - my understanding is that it is a RODECaster Pro II with 2 inputs instead of 4 so I wouldn't expect a quality difference. I'm tempted to try Streamer X.
Hi Curtis. I am here just to thank you for you accurate, reliable reviews. It's an out of the blue comment just to say " thank you very much." It's very important to have serious people such as yourself on CZcams. I've been watching lots of reviews about gear for iPhone 14 Pro and am utterly shocked with the inaccuracy when not downright dishonesty in many reviews. One review, for example, has a fake test with a case for iPhone 14 Pro. And the reviewer has 3.3 million subscribers! So he is lying to all of them. He should go into politics. Another reviewer is enthusiastically praising Polar Pro cage for the iPhone 14 Pro . I posted a detailed comment explaining why I would not recommend that cage to anyone. They deleted my comment! I guess it was by request from the reviewer. I learned about the Sennheiser MKE 600 in one of your reviews where you praised the mic. I bought it and have no doubt that it is the best on-camera shotgun for iPhone Pro . The sound is so much better than anything else. I will alternate its use with a Mackie EM 98 MS. Obviously, the sound is not as good as the 600 but the mic has a built in gain and iPhones need a lot of gain. The Mackie also has a headphone port which is so important when shooting with iPhones. I use the 600 when using a Beachtek mixer and use the Mackie if I need or just want to carry less equipment. The important thing is that I can trust you. Thank you.
I’ve used a 1/4 inch to 3.5mm cable from one of my headphone outputs directly into my camera before. Seems to work fine although eventually I’d like to upgrade my setup.
Curtis I would love to see your review of the Mackie - M Caster Studio. This device is avaialble in black & white. Rode only has black products, so the Mackie M-Caster Studio in White looks like a good alterantive to the Rode Streamer X.
Great review Curtis. I was particularly interested in how noisy the DLZ monitor outs are. I’m thinking of replacing my RCP2 with a DLZ for live streaming. Primarily because the prominent clock noise (not 60 cycle hum) on it’s monitor outs. I've followed all your suggestions with no improvement, got a ART CLEANBoxPro on the way to see if that helps.
I use the monitor outs on the DLZ to feed audio to camera for my livestreams and am happy with the results - no noise issues. I have not scientifically measured the outputs so I don’t have any numbers to share.
great video Curtis, extremely helpful! I had a question. The reason why there's two XLR cables connected to the CleanBox Pro is to achieve stereo audio on the livestream correct? If so how do l achieve stereo audio if I've got an audio interface such as a Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Generation?
Does your camera have balanced XLR inputs or a 3.5mm mic input? If the latter, it is a way. (Not sure it is the BEST way as I haven’t tried a lot of other options).
Hey Curtis, I have been struggling with bad audio going into my Atem, so this a huge help. I have just ordered an Art Cleanbox, but just wondering on cable configuration? Do I need 2 seperate cables to go from the 1/4in outputs of my Rodecaster pro which would be balanced 1/4 to XLR Male? which would go into the Cleanbox and then a single 3.5mm TRS stereo Unbalanced cable to go from the 'Unbalanced' output to the Atem mini? Also if i run this configuration, do i still need to set the Mic Input on the Atem to 'Line' Level? Big thumbs up for your videos, always very well explained. Thanks
Excellent vídeo Curtis! I have finally bought the DLZ Creator after seeing your videos. I tried to set up but can’t make it to hear the audio of the computer. I mean I was capable of send the sound from the mic connected to the DLZ to Streamyard, but can’t hear Streamyard sounds in the headphones connected to DLZ. With the Rodecaster it is a plug and play thing. Any ideas?
Hi, thanks for this video , I got my mackie dls creator , is there a way to choose what to output on the 1/4 L/R main output jacks ? I only need to output my microphone but I can’t find how to, hope you can help , and thanks for the great video, I’ll be waiting for the upcoming ones
Good day Curtis, apologies if this is off topic but I noticed you were using the CleanBox pro and I was wondering: can you power the Clean Box pro with a USB power bank and a DC 5V to DC 12V step up converter / adapter? (For a more mobile setup)
Thank Curtis. What would you suggest is the best way to get audio from a Rode streamer X to an Atem extreme. I'm streaming from the Atem. I'm using the headphone output into mic one as a line input. Problem it is stereo to mono?
My mackie mixer has TRS R&L out. My atem constellation switcher has 2 separate TRS inputs. Do I use a dual to single TRS cable and just run into 1 input on my switcher? Or do I run R&L into separate inputs on the switcher? Thanks!
Curtis, I have a Rodecaster 2 and have enabled a pair of Rode wireless Go 2 units. I am livestreaming using a Sony FX3 and have a Y splitter coming out if the monitor outs. I'm getting w fuzzy whining sound on the livestream. What could the problem be? Thanks
In the art cleanbox to connect rodecaster and atem mini pro iso can you i nthe video not showing there are 2 3.5mm one in unbal and other out unbal which is the correct?
Is the cable from the rodecaster a y cable? As in 1/4 inch Left and right to a single xlr male into the converter or is it 2 separate, 1/4 inch to xlr cables? I’m sorry if isn’t worded correctly I’m not well versed in sound
It is two 1/4 inch to a single 3.5mm stereo cable, but a very specific cable that is wired to intentionally defeat the balanced outputs. See the link in the description to get to the exact cable.
@@ob_juankenobi2289 Ok, thanks. The cable from the RODECaster Pro is NOT a Y cable. It is two separate cables from the monitor outputs to the combination jacks on the ART Cleanbox.Then the cable from the other side of the Cleanbox to the ATEM is 3.5mm stereo.
I am using the Zoom f3 line-out to feed the sound to my DSLR. And the 2 xlr inputs of the f3 are connected to my RCP2's 1/4 outputs. Make sense? Is it wrong in any way?
Thank you Curtis, an extremely helpful video. BTW with audio latency, I prefer to use the USB delay within my mixer rather than within OBS. This is because, every time OBS does an update, there is an unexpected change somewhere else within OBS. This has happened to me before with the sync delay within OBS. Moral of the story, a hardware solution is better than a software solution😂. Many thanks
What a coincidence I was looking at that convertor one hour ago. Cause few weeks ago, couldn't get clean audio from rode caster pro for a podcast. I am sure it was because balanced/unbalanced cables.
Fortunately this device records internally. However my workaround at that time is to use rode wireless into headphones out 3.5mm in front.
It did work. Not same quality as internal recording but definitely usable. Thank you for making this content.
You're welcome! Happy recording!
"How to clap your hands"-tutorial coming up… ;-)
Just kidding, haha! Love your channel & content!
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Thanks from Chicago
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Great info Curtis.
I like how powerful the ATEM Mini Pro is as one piece of my Livestream setup.
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Something worth mentioning as well when using balanced or unbalanced connections, particularly to cameras, is buzz/hum that's caused not but ground loop but by voltage differential which means even with a common ground they will still hum/buzz. Luckily a ground loop isolator will also fix this issue as it would with ground loop. I have this issue with my main camera rig in that my audio receiver (Deity connect) and my camera are both running off the same V-lock battery but at different voltages so i use an isolator.
In my case I use a DC-DC converter that on the power supply line (B0505-1W) to the Deity connect as I was able to DIY something much smaller that way than a ground loop isolator but works in the same way and that is having a physical break in the chain at some point.
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Where can you buyone of these isolators?
@@FX3user ebay, Amazon, or any decent hobbyist electronics store.
@@neonmammals Can you send me a link to a specific model that will work? I'm not an electrician, unfortunately.
@@FX3user just search for "Ground Loop Isolator"
Super helpful! Thank you Curtis
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I needed this video. Thanks!
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Thank you for this video!
You're welcome!
Great video Curtis, what i use is XLR into a marantz PMD 602a preamp that my stationary camera sits on top on a tripod, I use four dummy AA's and a usb power adapter to power it because it sucks down AA batteries like nobody's business and then the unbalanced 3.5 mm goes to the 3.5mm camera input so the video with synced audio goes into my Atem mini pro via HDMI
Cool.
Keep the videos coming Curtis. You are great 👍
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Hey, Curtis!!! Another great video, thanks!!
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thanks for the helpful info curtis! are you planning on reviewing the Rodecaster Duo and Streamer X or nah??
Probably not the RODECaster Duo - my understanding is that it is a RODECaster Pro II with 2 inputs instead of 4 so I wouldn't expect a quality difference.
I'm tempted to try Streamer X.
Thanks so much
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Hi Curtis. I am here just to thank you for you accurate, reliable reviews. It's an out of the blue comment just to say " thank you very much."
It's very important to have serious people such as yourself on CZcams. I've been watching lots of reviews about gear for iPhone 14 Pro and am utterly shocked with the inaccuracy when not downright dishonesty in many reviews. One review, for example, has a fake test with a case for iPhone 14 Pro. And the reviewer has 3.3 million subscribers! So he is lying to all of them. He should go into politics.
Another reviewer is enthusiastically praising Polar Pro cage for the iPhone 14 Pro . I posted a detailed comment explaining why I would not recommend that cage to anyone. They deleted my comment! I guess it was by request from the reviewer.
I learned about the Sennheiser MKE 600 in one of your reviews where you praised the mic. I bought it and have no doubt that it is the best on-camera shotgun for iPhone Pro . The sound is so much better than anything else.
I will alternate its use with a Mackie EM 98 MS. Obviously, the sound is not as good as the 600 but the mic has a built in gain and iPhones need a lot of gain. The Mackie also has a headphone port which is so important when shooting with iPhones.
I use the 600 when using a Beachtek mixer and use the Mackie if I need or just want to carry less equipment. The important thing is that I can trust you. Thank you.
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I’ve used a 1/4 inch to 3.5mm cable from one of my headphone outputs directly into my camera before. Seems to work fine although eventually I’d like to upgrade my setup.
Suggestion: Boss Gigcaster console review
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Curtis I would love to see your review of the Mackie - M Caster Studio. This device is avaialble in black & white. Rode only has black products, so the Mackie M-Caster Studio in White looks like a good alterantive to the Rode Streamer X.
If someone has one that I can borrow, happy to take a look at it. 🙏
sending love and peace to everyone...
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@curtisjudd Super helpful lessons. I would like know if you have links for the cables please. The trs and such.
Great review Curtis. I was particularly interested in how noisy the DLZ monitor outs are. I’m thinking of replacing my RCP2 with a DLZ for live streaming. Primarily because the prominent clock noise (not 60 cycle hum) on it’s monitor outs. I've followed all your suggestions with no improvement, got a ART CLEANBoxPro on the way to see if that helps.
I use the monitor outs on the DLZ to feed audio to camera for my livestreams and am happy with the results - no noise issues. I have not scientifically measured the outputs so I don’t have any numbers to share.
Can you please make a review and comparison video to the Boss Gigcaster 8?
If I can borrow one 👍
great video Curtis, extremely helpful! I had a question.
The reason why there's two XLR cables connected to the CleanBox Pro is to achieve stereo audio on the livestream correct? If so how do l achieve stereo audio if I've got an audio interface such as a Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Generation?
That depends on the app you’re using.
Hello Curtis.
Is the art cleanbox pro the best way to connect the Rodecaster Pro 2 directly to my camera?
Does your camera have balanced XLR inputs or a 3.5mm mic input? If the latter, it is a way. (Not sure it is the BEST way as I haven’t tried a lot of other options).
Nice video!
Hey did u make the video on how to sync the audio ?
Hey Curtis, I have been struggling with bad audio going into my Atem, so this a huge help. I have just ordered an Art Cleanbox, but just wondering on cable configuration? Do I need 2 seperate cables to go from the 1/4in outputs of my Rodecaster pro which would be balanced 1/4 to XLR Male? which would go into the Cleanbox and then a single 3.5mm TRS stereo Unbalanced cable to go from the 'Unbalanced' output to the Atem mini? Also if i run this configuration, do i still need to set the Mic Input on the Atem to 'Line' Level? Big thumbs up for your videos, always very well explained. Thanks
Yes and yes 👍
Excellent vídeo Curtis! I have finally bought the DLZ Creator after seeing your videos. I tried to set up but can’t make it to hear the audio of the computer. I mean I was capable of send the sound from the mic connected to the DLZ to Streamyard, but can’t hear Streamyard sounds in the headphones connected to DLZ. With the Rodecaster it is a plug and play thing. Any ideas?
Go to the channel menu for 5/6 or 7/8 and change the source to USB 1/2. Happy recording!
Curtis you just saved my life!!! I do not know how to say thanks!! Problem solved!! I spend last night and won’t find a solution. God bless you.🙏
@@hectorarroyoburgos848 Glad it helped!
Hi, thanks for this video , I got my mackie dls creator , is there a way to choose what to output on the 1/4 L/R main output jacks ? I only need to output my microphone but I can’t find how to, hope you can help , and thanks for the great video, I’ll be waiting for the upcoming ones
Good day Curtis, apologies if this is off topic but I noticed you were using the CleanBox pro and I was wondering: can you power the Clean Box pro with a USB power bank and a DC 5V to DC 12V step up converter / adapter? (For a more mobile setup)
In theory, yes. But I haven’t tried it to confirm.
Sending audio to MILC type stuff: what about those cams that expect mic level signal? Will that ART hardware you mentioned take care of that too?
Yes
Thank Curtis. What would you suggest is the best way to get audio from a Rode streamer X to an Atem extreme. I'm streaming from the Atem. I'm using the headphone output into mic one as a line input. Problem it is stereo to mono?
What if I wish to plug the RCP II to external monitor speakers whilst also having it connected to an ATEM?
Not really made for that but a hacky solution is to use one of the headphone jacks instead.
You don't find the ART gear noisy? I have a couple of units in that same ART form factor that add noise (a tube preamp, and an old audio interface).
My mackie mixer has TRS R&L out. My atem constellation switcher has 2 separate TRS inputs. Do I use a dual to single TRS cable and just run into 1 input on my switcher? Or do I run R&L into separate inputs on the switcher? Thanks!
I'd run two TRS cables from mixer to ATEM, especially if you'll have any music in your program.
This art cleanbox pro is the best option to connect rodecaster pro 2 directly to Atem mini pro iso?
I don’t know if it is the best, but it is an option
Curtis, I have a Rodecaster 2 and have enabled a pair of Rode wireless Go 2 units. I am livestreaming using a Sony FX3 and have a Y splitter coming out if the monitor outs. I'm getting w fuzzy whining sound on the livestream. What could the problem be? Thanks
In the art cleanbox to connect rodecaster and atem mini pro iso can you i nthe video not showing there are 2 3.5mm one in unbal and other out unbal which is the correct?
You use the unbalanced output to connect to the ATEM Mini.
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Is the cable from the rodecaster a y cable? As in 1/4 inch Left and right to a single xlr male into the converter or is it 2 separate, 1/4 inch to xlr cables? I’m sorry if isn’t worded correctly I’m not well versed in sound
It is two 1/4 inch to a single 3.5mm stereo cable, but a very specific cable that is wired to intentionally defeat the balanced outputs. See the link in the description to get to the exact cable.
@@curtisjudd I apologize I may have worded that poorly, I meant when using the rodecaster to clean box pro to atem
@@ob_juankenobi2289 Ok, thanks. The cable from the RODECaster Pro is NOT a Y cable. It is two separate cables from the monitor outputs to the combination jacks on the ART Cleanbox.Then the cable from the other side of the Cleanbox to the ATEM is 3.5mm stereo.
Hi how can I connect just the art cleanbox pro rodecaster and stem mini pro iso
Balanced feed from RCP and unbalanced feed from ART to ATEM.
What brand is that 1/8" to 1/8" cable?
Monoprice
What cables are you using (brand)?
Mogami
@@curtisjudd Thank you. Your vids are the best.
What about if its An ISO ver and you also want multi-track recording for the audio
That’s fine, can do! Record to the Mackie or RODECaster and send the mix to camera.
@@curtisjudd but there'll be recorded multi-track ?
@@jianxiongRaven Yes, on the mixer.
@@curtisjudd thanks
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I am using the Zoom f3 line-out to feed the sound to my DSLR. And the 2 xlr inputs of the f3 are connected to my RCP2's 1/4 outputs.
Make sense? Is it wrong in any way?
If the inputs on the F3 are set to line level, yes, should be good.