RODE NT1 5th Generation USB-C Studio Condenser Gaming and Streaming Microphone - Silver

RODE NT1 5th Generation USB-C Studio Condenser Gaming and Streaming Microphone

An NT1 with XLR and USB for Recording, Podcasting, and Streaming

Featuring both an analog XLR connector and a digital USB-C connector, the Silver Rode NT1 5th Generation represents another major leap forward for this highly regarded large-diaphragm workhorse microphone. The dual connection options offer a new level of flexibility, allowing users without an audio interface to plug directly into the computer for recording, podcasting, and streaming duties courtesy of the onboard 32-bit floating point A to D converter. Of course, if you have an audio interface, podcasting station, or favorite microphone preamp, no problem—just connect the mic's XLR output to your analog equipment and you're good to go. Combining a true-condenser capsule, ultralow-noise circuitry, and an extremely durable housing, the Rode NT1 5th Generation large-diaphragm cardioid microphone is well suited for high-resolution digital recording of vocal and instrument sources at home, in the studio, or even onstage.

Internally Shockmounted HF6 Cardioid Condenser Capsule

Behind the protective mesh grille, the mic features Rode's 1" gold-sputtered HF6 capsule, designed to provide a detailed midrange response with smooth highs and warm bass.

The cardioid polar pattern focuses audio capture on the souce in front of the mic, picking up less unwanted ambient sound from the back and sides.

The transducer itself is suspended inside the microphone using Rycote's industry-leading Lyre system, minimizing external vibrations at the capsule level. The capsule is then married to high-grade electronics that have been designed to provide an extremely low noise level. The NT1 5th Gen is an incredibly quiet microphone, measuring only 4 dBA of self-noise.

The mic is powered by phantom power through the XLR connector or by bus power through the USB-C port.

Revolution Preamp and 32-Bit Floating Point Converters

Rode has equipped the digital side of the NT1 5th Gen with some innovative features to ensure you get outstanding audio quality from the USB connection, beginning with the built-in Revolution preamp which provides plenty of ultralow-noise gain to feed the analog to digital converter.

With its 32-bit floating point A to D converter, you'll never need to worry about clipping again. The converter supplies supplies such a high headroom and wide dynamic range that its virtually impossible to overload, allowing you to worry less about maintaining perfect recording levels and focus more on your creative work.

Sampling rates of up to 192 kHz are supported.

Bundled Accessories

The NT1 5th Generation is supplied with the SM6, a studio-grade suspension shockmount that provides isolation from external physical factors that may cause unwanted rumble and vibrations in the microphone.

The SM6 includes a removable pop shield with two axes of adjustment and a telescopic arm for ultimate application versatility.

The mic also comes with a balanced XLR microphone cable and a USB-C to USB-C cable.

A carrying pouch is also supplied.

Key Features

• For Recording, Streaming, and Podcasting

• Cardioid Pattern Reduces Ambient Noise

• Analog XLR and Digital USB-C Connectors

• 192 kHz / 32-Bit Float A to D Converter

• Large 1" Gold-Sputtered Diaphragm

• Revolution Preamp, DSP Processing

• Software for Multiple USB Mics at Once

• Includes Pop Filter and Shockmount

• Operates on Phantom or USB Bus Power

Microphone

Microphone Type

Large Diaphragm

Polar Pattern

Cardioid

Element Type

Condenser

Sound Field

Mono

Diaphragm

1" / 25.4mm

Orientation

Side Address

Controls

No

Pad

No

Performance

Frequency Response

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL

142 dB

Equivalent Noise Level

4 dB (A-Weighted)

Connectivity

Analog Output Connector

1x XLR 3-Pin Male

USB/Digital Output

1x USB-C Female

USB Class-Compliant

Yes

Cable Length

19.7" / 6 M

Wireless

No

Digital Audio

A/D Conversion

24 / 32-Bit Floating Point

Sample Rate

48 / 96 / 192 kHz

Digital Signal Processing & FX

Compressor, EQ, Noise Reduction, Sound Preset (via Software)

OS Compatibility

Windows 10
macOS 10.15

Mobile App Compatible

No

Power

Power Sources

Phantom Power / USB Power

Operating Voltage

5 V (USB Bus Power)
48 V (Phantom Power)

Physical

Color

Silver

Mounting Thread Size

5/8"-27 Female

Environmental Resistance

No