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RØDE NT1 5th Generation
A classic large-diaphragm condenser with incredibly low self-noise and a smooth, natural sound.
Editor's take
Our verdict
The best all-rounder home studio condenser for most creators, especially if you record vocals or voiceover.
Best for
- Home vocal recording
- Voiceover
- Podcasters upgrading from USB mics
Not ideal for
- Field recording
- Loud sources without pad
Pros
- Extremely low self-noise
- Dual XLR/USB connectivity
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- No onboard gain control
- Needs phantom power for XLR
Deep dive
The review
The NT1 5th Gen pairs RØDE's legendary capsule with a 32-bit float USB output alongside classic XLR.
It is one of the quietest microphones you can buy, making it ideal for untreated home studios.
Nuts & bolts
Key specifications
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Connectivity
- XLR + USB-C
- Max SPL
- 142 dB
- Self-Noise
- 4 dBA
- Diaphragm
- 1-inch gold-sputtered
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Where to buy
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