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Single Rode NTD Small Diaphragm Condenser Mic
The NT5 is a pencil-type, small-diaphragm, mono condenser mic that was originally offered in matched pairs featuring sequential serial numbers so that they're close to each other all the way through manufacturing. A typical use of the NT5 would be as drum overheads or recording high-hats. We've found that they are detailed and very clear, and with just a tiny bit of compression they sound great. The NT5 shares the same specs as the NT4 but if you prefer the positioning flexibility afforded by a pair of small-diaphragm mics, then the NT5 is an easy choice. If you're lookng for a great-sounding, and very affordable single small-diaphragm condenser mic, the Rode NT5-S is a single NT5. Small-diaphragm condenser mics such as the NT5-S have an even and wider frequency response than large diaphragm condensers, handle higher SPLs, and can more accurately capture instruments with a pronounced high-frequency component (violins, for instance).
Rode NT5-S Specifications:
- Acoustic Principle: Externally polarised single diaphragm
- condenser transducer.
- Capsule Size: 0.5" (13mm).
- Active Electronics: JFET Impedance converter with bipolar
- output buffer.
- Directional Response: Cardioid.
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz.
- Sensitivity: -38 dB re 1v/Pa ± 2 dB equivalent to 12mV/Pa
- where 1 Pa = 94dBSPL.
- Equivalent Noise: <16 dBSPL, (A-weighted per IEC268-15).
- Maximum Output: +13.9 dBu @ 1% THD into 1k_
- Dynamic Range: >128 dB.
- Maximum SPL: 143 dB @ 1% THD into 1k_
- Signal to Noise: 78dB.
- Power Requirements: 4 mA, P48 Supply (38V-52V) 2 mA,.
- P24 Supply (20V-26V) The microphone operates in accordance with the above specifications to a minimum of 18V. (It will operate with some performance degradation below 18V.)
- Packed Weight: 1.8kg (Mic only 100g).
Rode NT5 Features:
- True condenser transducer
- Gold sputtered 1/2" Capsules
- Heavy duty satin-nickel-plated body
- Low Noise
- Full Frequency Response
- Custom WS5 Wind Shield
- Custom RM5 Stand Mount
- Surface-mount transformerless circuitry
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 Accurate and Usable
by Billy V from Wisconsin, September 24, 2008
Music Background: One man band/studio
“The main use of this mic is generally acoustic guitars and drum overheads, and it's will capture a fairly accurate picture of them - there aren't any very large and sudden dips or humps along the frequency spectrum. There is a fairly wideband hump in the higher frequencies (~8-12khz) and a bit of a dip below 120hz or so, but it really isn't a very bright mic. If you want a really bright sound,...” Read More
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"The Rode NT5 never ceases to amaze me with its versatility and quality. I've used this in the studio and on the stage for guitars, pianos, voice, accordion, sax... you name it. Everything comes through the way it's supposed to - and with a light touch of flattery. Also, the low-end response is mighty impressive for such small capsules. If microphones were spices, this one would be cumin - you can put it on EVERYTHING. And at this price, you'll practically feel like you stole it. Bottom line - you WILL NOT go wrong with the NT5. "
Nathanael Davenport
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