Rode NT1-A

RØDE NT1-A Studio Condenser Microphone

The RØDE NT1-A is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone designed for professional studio recording, especially vocals and acoustic instruments. It is widely known for its extremely low self-noise and warm, detailed sound character, making it a popular choice for home studios and professional setups.

Features

• Large 1-inch condenser capsule: Gold-sputtered diaphragm for detailed and natural sound capture.
• Ultra-low self-noise: Only 5 dBA, making it one of the quietest studio microphones available.
• Cardioid polar pattern: Focuses on sound from the front while reducing background noise.
• Wide frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz for full-range audio reproduction.
• High SPL handling: Up to 137 dB, suitable for loud sound sources.
• Internal shock mounting: Reduces handling and vibration noise.

Benefits

• Excellent clarity for vocals, podcasts, and voiceovers.
• Very low noise floor for professional-quality recordings.
• Strong performance for both home and studio environments.
• Complete recording bundle typically included (shock mount, pop filter, XLR cable).

Package Contents: Microphone, shock mount, pop filter, XLR cable, dust cover (varies by bundle)

Technical Details

• Type: 1” externally biased condenser microphone
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Impedance: 100 Ω
• Self-noise: 5 dBA
• Max SPL: 137 dB
• Dynamic range: 132 dB
• Connection: 3-pin XLR
• Power: 48V phantom power
• Length: 190 mm
• Diameter: 50 mm

Keywords

RØDE NT1-A, studio condenser microphone, vocal mic, recording microphone, XLR microphone, podcast mic, home studio mic.