Rode NT1-A
Best professional sound for aspiring home studio artists.
This is the Swiss Army knife of home studio mics, offering the kind of pattern flexibility usually reserved for high-end professional gear. You sacrifice the simplicity of a single-purpose mic, but you gain the precise control needed to capture everything from delicate vocals to complex acoustic instruments.
$175.00
at
Thomann
Who it's for
- Home studio users seeking professional-grade audio clarity
- Singers and podcasters wanting a polished, radio-ready vocal sound
- Beginners and aspiring artists setting up their first recording space
Who should skip it
- Engineers and vocalists sensitive to high-frequency emphasis
- Producers and musicians needing diverse microphone pickup options
- Newcomers to recording without a phantom power-equipped interface
Performance breakdown
Self-Noise Floor
Ultra-quiet circuitry ensures your recordings remain free from distracting background hiss.
Versatility
Multiple polar patterns adapt effortlessly to vocals, instruments, and room ambiance.
Build Durability
Rugged metal construction withstands the rigors of daily studio use.
Sound Clarity
Transformerless design delivers a transparent, uncolored signal for professional results.
Setup Convenience
Includes all essential accessories to start recording right out of the box.
Vibration Isolation
Internal capsule mounting effectively minimizes unwanted handling noise and floor vibrations.
Key Specs
Type
Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Patterns
Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Power Requirements
48V Phantom Power
Connectivity
XLR
Maximum SPL
137 dB
Impedance
100 Ohm
Sensitivity
-31.9 dBV/Pa
Weight
326 g
Dimensions
190 x 50 x 50 mm
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