The NT1 5th Generation is a revolutionary studio condenser microphone that fuses the classic sound signature of the iconic NT1 with cutting-edge, next-generation technology. It features RØDE’s groundbreaking (patent-pending) Dual Connect output, offering both XLR and USB connectivity for incredible versatility, a world-first “unclippable” 32-bit float digital output, advanced digital signal processing, and more, all while delivering the same warm, silky character, extremely low noise, and high SPL handling that the NT1 is renowned for. The NT1 5th Generation is a true studio workhorse that excels on everything from vocals and speech, to guitar, piano, drums and percussion – the ultimate studio microphone.
Main Features:
• Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone
• HF6 1-inch gold-sputtered condenser capsule
• Smooth frequency response, high sensitivity and high SPL handling
• Exceptionally low noise (4dBA) – the world’s quietest studio condenser microphone
• Patent-pending Dual Connect output with both XLR and USB connectivity
• World-first 32-bit float digital output
• Ultra-high-resolution (up to 192kHz) analog-to-digital conversion
• On-board DSP for advanced APHEX® audio processing
• Studio-grade shock mount and pop filter, XLR and USB cables included
• Available in black or silver with a rugged aluminium body and high-grade finishes
•Designed and made in RØDE’s precision manufacturing facilities in Sydney, Australia
Specifications:
• Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient
• 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 Connection: 3-pin XLR
Digital Specifications:
• Digital Power Requirements: Via USB: 5V
• Digital Output Connection: USB-C
• Bit Depth: 24-bit / 32-bit floating point
• Sampling Rate (kHz): 48 / 96 / 192
• Processing: APHEX digital signal processing (only available at 48kHz / 24-bit)
• Minimum OS Requirements: Windows 10 Mac OS 10.15
Mechanical Specifications:
• Weight (grams): 308
Dimensions (millimetres):
• Length: 52
• Width: 52
• Height: 189