RODE NT5 Single
RODE NT5 Single
The NT5 is a premium small-diaphragm condenser microphone, often referred to as a 'pencil mic', designed for critical recording applications. Featuring a 1/2-inch cardioid condenser capsule with gold sputtering, it delivers a smooth and balanced sound with very low self-noise.
Handheld (into mount)
Microphone Type
Condenser
Microphone Principle
Directional (Cardioid)
Polar Pattern
20–20,000Hz
Frequency Range
Key Features of the RODE NT5 Single Microphone
- 1/2” externally biased, gold-sputtered capsule
- Active J-FET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
- Low self-noise
- Full frequency response
- Phantom powered
- Durable satin nickel finish
- Option to extend to omnidirectional pattern using the NT45-O capsule (not included)
- Also available as a matched pair, the NT5 MP
Suitable for Musical Instruments
Technical Specifications
- Capsule Type: 0.50"
- Address Type: end-address
- Power: 48V phantom (P24 / P48)
- Output Impedance: 100Ω
- Maximum SPL: 143dB SPL
- Maximum Output Level: 13.9mV (at 1kHz, 1% THD into 1kΩ load)
- Sensitivity: −38dB re 1V/Pa (12mV at 94dB SPL) ±2dB at 1kHz
- Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted): 16dBA
Package Contents
- 1× RODE NT5 Single Microphone
- 1× ZP1 Pouch
- 1× RM5 Microphone Mount
- 1× WS5 Windshield
Microphone Principle
A dynamic microphone is suitable for open performances, live broadcasting, music production, etc. It uses a magnet and a moving coil to capture sound.
A condenser microphone is mainly used for studio purposes. It has higher sensitivity and lower noise. It needs to be powered separately.
Frequency Range
The frequency range indicates the range of frequencies that the microphone records. The wider the range, the more sounds it can capture.
Low frequencies (e.g., 20–200Hz): Bass, the deepest tones of instruments (double bass, kick drum) and male voices.
Mid frequencies (e.g., 200–3,000Hz): The body of instruments, the foundation of the voice where the ear is most sensitive, important for speech intelligibility.
High frequencies (e.g., 3,000–14,000Hz): Treble, details, sibilance and the "sparkle" of the sound.
'Air' band (above 14,000Hz): Gives recordings a sense of expensive, super high-quality sound and space.
Sensitivity
Microphone sensitivity is the ratio of the output voltage to the acoustic pressure. It expresses how loud a signal the microphone produces at a given acoustic pressure; higher sensitivity means a stronger voltage and is suitable for quiet studios, while lower sensitivity is better for noisy environments as it unnecessarily amplifies less ambient noise.
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Specifications can be changed without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.
