RODE NT1 5th Generation Studio Condenser Microphone Owner’s Manual
The NT1 5th Generation fuses the classic sound signature of the legendary RØDE NT1 with cutting-edge, next-generation technology. It features RØDE’s groundbreaking Dual Connect output, offering both XLR and USB connectivity for connecting to an audio interface, mixer or console, and other audio equipment, or directly to a computer for plug-and-play recording. It features a professional-grade audio interface built in, with RØDE’s ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp™, high-resolution (up to 192kHz) A/D conversion, and advanced digital signal processing for recording pristine, studio-quality audio. It also features a 32-bit float digital output for recording everything from a whisper to the loudest drummer with no chance of clipping* and no need to set complex gain controls. These revolutionary features complement the warm silky character, extended frequency response, extremely low self-noise, and high SPL handling that the NT1 is renowned for, making the NT1 5th Generation the ultimate studio microphone for a wide variety of recording applications. *up to the max SPL handling capability of the microphone
- Large-diaphragm (1-inch) gold-sputtered condenser capsule
- Extended frequency response
- Exceptionally low self-noise (4dBA)
- High sensitivity and high SPL handling
- Dual Connect output – XLR and USB connectivity
- Ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp™
- 32-bit float digital output
- High-resolution (192kHz) A/D conversion
- On-board DSP for advanced APHEX® audio processing, including a compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter, and Aural Exciter™ and Big Bottom™ effects
- Studio-grade shock mount and pop filter, XLR and USB cables included
- Available in black and silver
- Designed and made in RØDE’s precision manufacturing facilities in Sydney, Australia
ACOUSTIC & ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Active Electronics: | JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer |
Capsule: | 1.00” |
Polar Pattern: | Cardioid |
Address Type: | Side |
Frequency Range: | 20Hz – 20kHz |
Output Impedance: | 100Ω |
Maximum SPL: | 142 dB SPL |
Equivalent Noise (A-Weighted): | 4dBA |
Sensitivity: | -32 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (25 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB@ 1 kHz |
Analogue Power Requirements: | Via XLR: P48 |
Analogue Output 3-pin XLR | |
Connection: | |
DIGITAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
Digital Power Via USB: 5V | |
Requirements: | |
Digital Output Connection: | USB-C |
Bit Depth: | 24-bit / 32-bitfloating point |
Sampling Rate (kHz): | 48 / 96 / 192 |
Processing: | APHEX digital signal processing (only available at 48kHz sample rate) |
Minimum OS Requirements: | Windows 10Mac OS 10.15 |
Dimensions
Front view
Bottom view
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (millimetres): | Length: 52Width: 52Height: 189 |
Included Accessories: |
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RØDE Software Compatibility: | RØDE Central RØDE Connect RØDE UNIFY |
POLAR PATTERN
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
10 YEAR WARRANTY
DUAL CONNECT XLR & USB CONNECTIVITY
32 BIT FLOAT DIGITAL OUTPUT
1” GOLD-SPUTTERED CAPSULE
Documents / Resources
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