RODECaster Pro II: Multitrack Recording to a Computer (Audition/Audacity)

What is Multitrack Recording?

Multitrack recording on the RODECaster Pro II means recording each audio source to its own, separate track instead of combining everything into a single mixed recording.

What that means in practice
With multitrack recording enabled, the RODECaster Pro II can send individual audio sources, such as microphones and connected devices, separately to a computer. Each source is captured on its own track, giving you full control during editing. 

RODECaster Pro II Setup

Enable Multitrack Recording

1. On the RODECaster Pro II, tap the Gear icon.
2. Tap Advanced.
3. Tap Audio.
4. Tap Multitrack.
5. Toggle Multitrack (USB) On.

Connect to your computer

Use a USB-C cable to connect USB Port 1 on the RODECaster Pro II to your computer.

Set up using Adobe Audition

Launch Adobe Audition

1. Set Audio Hardware Preferences
2. Go to Edit > Preferences > Audio Hardware.
3. Set Device Class to ASIO.
4. Set Device to RØDECaster Pro II.
5. Click OK.

Create a Multitrack Session

1. Go to File > New > Multitrack Session.
2. Name your session and choose a save location.
3. Set Template to None.
4. Click OK.

Configure Tracks in Adobe Audition

Add Tracks

• Click the “+” button in the Tracks panel to create a track for each input you want to record.
• You’ll need a separate track for:
  • Each microphone
  • USB input
  • TRRS input
  • Bluetooth
  • Sound pads

Assign Inputs

• For each track, click the Input dropdown and select the corresponding RODECaster Pro II input. For example:
  • Track 1: Microphone 1
  • Track 2: Microphone 2
  • Track 3: USB Input
  • Track 4: TRRS Input
  • Additional tracks as needed

Arm Tracks for Recording

• Click the “R” button on each track to arm it for recording.

Record Your Music

• Start Recording
• Click the Record button in Adobe Audition.

Monitor Levels

• Watch the level meters to ensure audio is not clipping.
• Adjust input gain on the RODECaster Pro II if necessary.

Stop Recording

• Click the Stop button when finished.

Set up using Audacity

Launch Audacity
Set Audio Device Preferences

1. Go to Edit > Preferences (Windows) or Audacity > Settings (macOS).
2. Select Devices.
3. Set Host to ASIO (Windows, if available) or Core Audio (macOS).
4. Set Recording Device to RODECaster Pro II.
5. Set Playback Device to RODECaster Pro II.
6. Click OK.

Note (Windows): ASIO support requires the official RØDE ASIO driver and an ASIO-enabled version of Audacity.

Create and Configure Tracks in Audacity
Add Tracks

1. Go to Tracks > Add New.
2. Choose Mono Track for microphones and most inputs.
3. Create one track for each input you want to record:
   1. Microphone 1
   2. Microphone 2
   3. USB
   4. TRRS
   5. Bluetooth
   6. Sound pads

Assign Inputs to Tracks

1. On each track, open the Track Dropdown Menu (▼ next to the track name).
2. Select Track Input.
3. Choose the corresponding RODECaster Pro II input channel (e.g., Mic 1, Mic 2, USB, Bluetooth).

Example Track Assignments:

• Track 1 → Mic 1
• Track 2 → Mic 2
• Track 3 → USB Input
• Track 4 → Bluetooth
• Track 5 → TRRS

Arm Tracks for Recording
Ensure each track is set to the correct input.
Tracks are automatically armed once inputs are selected.

Record Your Audio

Start Recording

• Click the Record button in Audacity.

Monitor Levels

• Watch the track meters to ensure levels are not clipping.
• Adjust gain directly on the RODECaster Pro II.

Stop Recording

• Click the Stop button when finished.  

Export Your Recording as an MP3

Export the Final Mix

1. Make sure all tracks are properly balanced and any edits are complete.
2. Go to File > Export > MP3.
3. Choose the destination folder and name your file.
4. Select your desired bit rate (128 kbps for spoken word, 192–320 kbps for music).
5. Choose Joint Stereo or Stereo as needed.
6. Click Export.

Metadata (Optional)

• Enter track information such as title, artist, and episode name if prompted.
• Click OK to finalize the export.

Note: Exporting creates a single MP3 file that combines all tracks into one finished mix. Your individual multitrack recordings will not be preserved unless you save the Audacity project, as a project file, separately.

Tips for Best Results

• Use mono tracks for microphones to save space and simplify mixing.
• Set proper input levels on the RODECaster Pro II before recording.
• Always do a short test recording.
• Use headphones when monitoring to avoid feedback.
• Export final audio via File > Export when mixing is complete.