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Rode NT5

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Small-diaphragm Matched Pair Cardioid Condenser Microphones

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An Incredible Deal on a Matched Pair of Condenser Mics!

RODE microphones have earned a great reputation in the past several years for providing excellent studio-quality microphones at a price that’s more accessible to many people. If you’re looking for affordable small-diaphragm condenser microphones, take a look at a matched pair of RODE NT5s. These mics give you the kind of performance that far exceeds what you’d expect from condensers at this price point. NT5s are excellent mics for recording practically any instrument — guitar, flute, violin, saxophone, drums, you name it! As soon as you start recording with RODE NT5s, you’ll understand why they’ve become popular, not only in project studios, but in many pro studios as well.

These NT5s come as a carefully matched stereo pair for the cost of a typical single condenser. And since you also get a pair of windshields, a pair of mic clips, and a custom carrying case, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better deal. The NT5s have been seen parked over drum kits in countless studios of all calibers, but you can use them for many other instruments as well. The extremely flat frequency response has just a little dip in the low frequencies with small bumps in the presence range, making them great all-around mics for anything from acoustic guitars to violin.

RODE NT5 Matched Pair of Small-diaphragm Condenser Mics Features at a Glance:
  • True condenser transducers
  • Gold sputtered 1/2” capsules
  • Heavy duty satin-nickel-plated bodies
  • Full frequency response
  • Low-noise, surface-mount transformerless circuitry
  • Supplied as a matched pair in a custom carrying case
  • Includes two WS5 wind shields
  • Includes two RM5 stand mount, plus a 3/8” to 5/8” thread adapter

When you get a pair of RODE NT5s, you get more mic for a less money!

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Specification Detail
Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern(s) Cardioid
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 143dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K ohm load)
Output Impedance 100 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio 78 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Self Noise 16 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Low Cut Filter No Filter
Pads No Pad
Length 4.65"
Width .79"
Depth .79"
Weight .22 lbs.
Notes Stereo Set
Manufacturer Part Number NT5

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based on 16 reviews

big bang for the buck

by Pam from Spokane
October 1, 2011
Music Background: Recording and live sound engineer
I purchased this mic on recommendation from my sweetwater rep - Matt because the mic I wanted (Studio Projects) was not available. With much trepidation I purchased a matched pair. OK so now all I hav... read more [+]e to say is that these mics are way more awesome than the studio projects. Big warm sound - no thinness in the upper frequencies when gain is pushed. I love these on Cellos, Clarinets, Bassoons, and Acoustic Bass. (love my english syntac.. I know ya do) Try for yourself. I own 4 now close [-]

Killer Sound For A Killer Price

by Ben Balser, ACT from New Orleans, Louisiana
February 17, 2008
Music Background: Media Producer, Consultant, Trainer, Author, Composer
I do broadcast and video production projects. There are often times when we record local bands and there's no feed from the mixing board, or there are orchestra (big band to quartet and the like) ins... read more [+]truments that aren't mic'ed. Using the NT5 to get great quality live sound is simply amazing. I thought we'd have to go with a much more expensive rig than this, but nope, these little puppies are amazing. I also use them individually in the studio for music work, and they are very pleasing to the ear. I love them! close [-]

Great Value

by Curtis from Virginia Beach, VA USA
December 22, 2007
Music Background: recording engineer
These microphones take my acoustic guitar recording to a new level. Wonderful overall mic. Nice presence.

Great in front of a Martin, but it don't stop there.

by Michael from Pismo Beach, CA
November 12, 2007
Music Background: Musician first, everything else second.
A big thumbs up on the sound quality of these two little gems. Wonderful in front of an acoustic guitar, under a snare drum, or over a drum set. I love this company (RODE). I also own the K2, an origi... read more [+]nal NT-1, and a NT-2A. Don't think I don't have anything else to compare these mics to. I've heard a vintage pair of KM84's, and these compare well with the big boys. If you can't get your tracks to sound good with these, then the microphone is not the problem. close [-]

A Stunning Pair Of Workhorses

by Scott Richards from Calgary, AB, Canada
September 18, 2007
Music Background: Student, Recording Engineer, Musician, Live Sound Engineer
I primarily do location recording with a wide variety of groups, and I can easily say that these are some of my favorite mics to use.
I've used them on drum overheads, close-miking trombone an... read more [+]d trumpet, and main stereo pairs for choral work, big band jazz, concert bands, brass quintet, and baroque ensembles. They've helped me out significantly, even in the worst rooms imaginable (think high school gym). At the same time, they've also stressed my need for accurate placement as well.
These give you plently of bang for buck, and that's important for a student like myself. I'm looking into either getting more of these, or trying out some of Rode's other offerings.

Currently running them into a Presonus Firepod then into Cubase 4 on a laptop based mobile recording system. close [-]
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