A selection of condenser microphones from Rode that are applicable for using in settings including stage and studio instrumentation, studio vocal, and stereo live or studio recording.
M3 - Cardioid, end-address
Rode M3, with a heavy duty' metal body, has been designed with stage, studio and location use in mind. The 1/2 inch capsule has internal shock mounting to reduce handling noise, and cardioid pickup pattern helps reject unwanted noise from behind the capsule. A high pass filter at 80Hz, -12dB/octave, to reduce low frequency noise, as well as -10dB and -20dB attenuation pads to handle loud sounds, may be selected from inside the battery compartment. M3 can be powered by either +24V or +48V phantom power, supplied from a suitable microphone input or phantom power interface, or by a single 9V battery. It has a 3-pin XLR connector.
Included accessories: 1x RM1 clip, 1x windshield, 1x ZP1 zippered bag.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 40Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 200ohms. Maximum SPL: 142dB. Maximum output level: 9.2mV, at 1kHz. Sensitivity: -40dB. Equivalent noise level: 21dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: 9V battery cell, P24, or P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 225 x 33mm. Weight: 390g.
M5 - Small diaphragm condenser, matched pair
Matching pair of cardioid condenser microphones featuring 1/2 inch, gold-plated capsules. Designed for instruments on stage or in the studio. Can be used individually or as a stereo array. M5 matched pair of mics have no more than 1dB of sensitivity between the two, a frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz, and a maximum SPL of 140dB. Can be powered by either +24V or +48V phantom power from an external source such as a mixing desk or interface. 3-pin XLR connector.
Included accessories: 2x WS5 windshields, 2x RM5 stand mounts.
Optional accessories: NTSM3, NTSM4, or NTSM5 suspension mounts, WS8 furry windshield.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 200ohms. Maximum SPL: 140dB. Maximum output level: 13.5mV, at 1kHz. Sensitivity: -34dB. Equivalent noise level: 19dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P24 or P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 100 x 20mm. Weight: 80g.
TF-5 - Small diaphragm condenser, matched pair
This matched pair of cardioid condenser microphones has been designed by recording engineer and producer Tony Faulkner for use in recording and live applications. The included stereo bar aids for a natural and detailed stereo image pickup. Power via +48V phantom power.
Included accessories: 2x clips, 1x stereo bar, 2x windshields, 1x handbook.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 63ohms. Sensitivity: -29dB. Equivalent noise level: 14dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: 7mA at P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 98.7 x 20mm. Weight: 114g, single microphone.
NT1 Signature - Studio condenser, large diaphragm, cardioid
An entry-level, large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone with 'tight' cardioid polar pattern. The microphone has been designed for recording vocals, piano, acoustic guitar, drums, and percussion, and has a frequency response of 20Ha to 20kHz. The maximum SPL is 142dB and equivalent noise level (A-weighted) is 4dBA. The microphone has XLR-3 connector, and requires 48V phantom powering. Also available in red, green, purple, pink, or blue finish.
Included accessories: NTSM6 elastic suspension-mount with popshield, XLR-XLR cable.
Optional accessories: PSA1+ desk arm.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 100ohms. Maximum SPL: 142dB. Sensitivity: -32dB. Equivalent noise level: 4dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 189 x 52mm. Weight: 313g.
NT1000 - Studio condenser, large diaphragm, cardioid
An all-round performer, which particularly excels when used for vocals, grand piano and drum overheads. A condenser microphone, it employs a 1-inch diaphragm with a fixed cardioid polar response, yielding 'ultra-low noise, wide dynamic range and high SPL capability'. XLR-3 connector, 48V phantom powering.
Included accessories: 1x SM6 elastic suspension mount with popshield, 1x XLR to XLR cable.
Optional accessories: NTSM6 elastic suspension-mount with popshield, NTSM2 suspension mount, WS2 windshield, Tripod.
Active electronics: Unity-gain closed-loop impedance converter; JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 100ohms. Maximum SPL: 140dB. Sensitivity: -36dB. Equivalent noise level: 6dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P24 or P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 209 x 54mm. Weight: 682g.
NT2-A - Studio condenser, large diaphragm, multi-pattern
Using Rode's latest MKIII edge-terminated capsule, the NT2-A is the 'Swiss army knife' of the Rode range, featuring cardioid, figure-of-8 and omnidirectional polar patterns. A choice of 40/80Hz switched high-pass filter and both 5dB and 10dB pads a high degree of flexibility. The NT2-A has surface-mount electronics, delivering 'exceptionally low self-noise coupled with a very high SPL capability'. XLR-3 connector, 48V phantom powering.
Included accessories: NTSM6 elastic suspension-mount with popshield, XLR-XLR cable (6m), microphone dust cover and instructional DVD video.
Optional accessories: RM2 ring-mount stand mount, WS2 windshield.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 200ohms. Maximum SPL: 147dB. Maximum output level: 16.0mV, at 1kHz. Sensitivity: -36dB. Equivalent noise level: 7dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P24 or P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 209 x 55mm. Weight: 710g.
NT2000 - Studio condenser, large diaphragm, multi-pattern
Fully-variable polar response control enables the engineer to select precisely the desired polar response from omni through cardioid to figure-of-eight and any setting in-between, 'delivering unprecedented levels of flexibility'. Completely variable HP filter and attenuation controls allow an even greater degree of flexibility from this large diaphragm condenser microphone. XLR-3 connector, 48V phantom powering.
Included accessories: NTSM2 suspension mount, RC1 carry case.
Optional accessories: NTSM6 elastic suspension-mount with popshield, RM2 ring-mount stand mount, WS2 windshield.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 200ohms. Maximum SPL: 147dB. Maximum output level: 15.0mV, at 1kHz. Sensitivity: -36dB. Equivalent noise level: 7dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P24 or P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 209 x 55mm. Weight: 710g.
NT3 - Condenser, cardioid
A general-purpose cardioid condenser microphone featuring a 3/4 inch diaphragm, suitable for a variety of music recording or live applications. Can be powered by either 48V, 24V, 12V phantom power or internal PP3 battery. On/off switch and battery status LED.
Included accessories: RM3 stand mount, WS3 windshield.
Optional accessories: NTSM3, NTSM4, NTSM5 suspension mounts.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 200ohms. Maximum SPL: 140dB. Maximum output level: 9.5mV, at 1kHz. Sensitivity: -39dB. Equivalent noise level: 16dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: 9V battery cell, P12, P24 or P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 206 x 32mm. Weight: 371g.
NT4 - Stereo condenser, paired cardioid X/Y
Single-point stereo microphone featuring two 1/2 inch, externally- polarised capsules mounted at 90 degrees, avoiding the need for time-consuming and complicated stereo microphone positioning. Suitable for location recording of both music and speech. The NT4 delivers a smooth response over a wide frequency range. Powered from either an internal PP3 battery or 48V, 24V, 12V phantom power. XLR-5 connector.
Included accessories: RM3 stand mount, WS4 foam windshield and two stereo cables; XLR-5 to dual XLR3, 0.15 metre and XLR-5 to 3.5mm 3-pole jack, 2.9 metre.
Optional accessories: NTSM3, NTSM4, NTSM5 suspension mounts.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 200ohms. Maximum SPL: 143dB. Maximum output level: 13.9mV, at 1kHz. Sensitivity: -38dB. Equivalent noise level: 16dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: 9V battery cell or P48. Dimensions (LxWxD): 231 x 61 x 33mm. Weight: 480g.
NT5 - Condenser, small diaphragm, cardioid
A cardioid studio condenser microphone with 1/2 inch diaphragm, delivering a smooth response over a wide frequency range. Suitable for a variety of applications including stereo location recording or spot microphones for orchestral work. Available singly or as a matched stereo pair. XLR-3 connector, 48V, 24V phantom powering.
Included accessories: RM5 stand mount, WS5 windshield.
Optional accessories: NT45-O omnidirectional capsule, NTSM3, NTSM4, NTSM5 suspension mounts. NT45-O omnidirectional capsule.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 100ohms. Maximum SPL: 143dB. Sensitivity: -38dB. Equivalent noise level: 16dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 145 x 20mm. Weight: 110g.
NT55 - Condenser, small diaphragm, cardioid
The NT55 is supplied with the same cardioid capsule as the NT5, is similar in performance, and is intended for similar applications. Two switches, however, provide 0dB/-10dB/-20dB attenuation and a variable high-pass filter switching from flat to 75Hz and 150Hz roll-off frequencies. In addition to the cardioid capsule, an NT45-O omnidirectional capsule is included. The NT55 is available singly or as a matched stereo pair. XLR-3 connector, 48V phantom powering.
Included accessories: RM5 stand mount, NT45-O omnidirectional capsule.
Optional accessories: NT45-O omnidirectional capsule, NTSM3, NTSM4, NTSM5 suspension mounts, WS5 foam windshield.
Active electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz. Output impedance: 100ohms. Maximum SPL: 136dB. Sensitivity: -38dB. Equivalent noise level: 15dBA, A-weighted. Power requirements: P48. Dimensions (LxDiam.): 145 x 20mm. Weight: 110g.
Accessories
SM2 Elastic suspension mount
Attaches to base of microphone using the removable mounting collar on the base of the microphone and has a 5/8 inch thread, supplied with 3/8 inch adapter.
NTSM5 Elastic suspension mount
NTSM3 has a 'cold' accessory-shoe fitting with integrated 3/8 inch thread. NTSM4 has a standard 5/8 inch thread and is supplied with a 3/8 inch adapter. NTSM5 has a dummy microphone fitting suitable for mounting in the microphone clamp holder found on many broadcast cameras including PD170 and FX1.
WS2 Windshield
Made of sculpted acoustic foam.
Tripod
Table-top alloy tripod stand with folding legs and a ball and socket joint, allowing precise angling. 3/8 inch thread.