RODE NT1 5TH Generation | Dual Interface Condenser

RODE NT1 5TH Generation (Black)

• Condenser microphone designed for professional recording & live streaming
• World's first dual interface (XLR/USB-C) with plug-and-play
• 32-bit float recording, completely eliminating clipping distortion
• Built-in APHEX® DSP for ultra-low noise and pure sound

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RODE NT1 5th Generation｜Groundbreaking Dual Connect 32-bit Float Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Studio Condenser Microphone Blending Classic Analog Warmth with Next-Generation 32-bit Float Recording Workflow

The RODE NT1 5th Generation is a groundbreaking **studio condenser microphone** from RODE, featuring an innovative **Dual Connect** design with both traditional XLR analog output and revolutionary **32-bit Float** USB-C digital output. At its core, it features RODE's acclaimed HF6 1-inch large diaphragm, delivering a warm, silky classic sound, and boasts the world's lowest **Self-noise** at just 4dBA, ensuring your recordings are impeccably clean.

Compared to traditional microphones with only a single connector, the NT1 5th Generation, through its hybrid design, offers creators unprecedented flexibility. Whether connecting to a professional audio interface for multi-track recording, or recording directly to a computer via **USB-C microphone** mode for live streaming or podcasting, you'll achieve perfect audio without worrying about clipping distortion. The built-in **APHEX® audio processing** DSP further enhances your sound with professional-grade polish in digital mode.

Quick Facts

Brand: RODE
Model: NT1 5th Generation (Black)
Connector: Dual Connect (XLR & USB-C)
A/D Resolution: Up to 32-bit Float / 192kHz
Self-noise: 4dBA (Extremely Low)
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Applicable Scenarios: Studio vocal recording, Podcast, Live streaming, Instrument miking, Voiceover

使用者建議分析(點此展開)

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適合誰購買

Content creators seeking their first high-quality, long-term studio microphone.
Musicians or podcasters who need to manage both traditional audio interface (XLR) and computer live streaming (USB-C) workflows.
Professional recording engineers with extremely high demands for recording dynamic range, who wish to completely avoid digital clipping distortion.

誰不適合購買

Users who only need outdoor or portable recording and have portability concerns regarding the size and power method of large-diaphragm microphones.
Beginners with extremely limited budgets who are only looking for an entry-level USB microphone.
Users who require multiple polar patterns (e.g., Omnidirectional, Bidirectional) for special recording scenarios (this product has a fixed Cardioid pattern).

RODE NT1 5th Generation Core Technologies and Features

Dual Connect Connector Design: World's First, simultaneously offering traditional 3-pin XLR analog and USB-C digital **Connectors**, seamlessly connecting to audio interfaces, mixers, or directly to computers, phones, and tablets.
Revolutionary 32-bit Float Digital Output: When connected via USB-C, it allows for 32-bit Float recording. This format captures an immense **Dynamic Range**, meaning you no longer need to worry about digital clipping during recording, and have unparalleled adjustment flexibility in post-production.
HF6 1-inch Large Diaphragm Capsule: Inheriting the NT1's classic warm, smooth, and richly detailed sonic characteristics, it is ideal for vocal, instrument, and voiceover recording, delivering studio-grade sound quality.
World's Lowest Self-noise: With an ultra-low **Self-noise** of just 4dBA, it is one of the quietest studio condenser microphones in the world, ensuring an extremely pristine background for your recordings.
High Sensitivity and High SPL Handling: Features high **Sensitivity** to capture the most subtle sound details; simultaneously capable of handling up to 142dB **Maximum SPL**, effortlessly recording high-volume sound sources.
Built-in APHEX® DSP Effects: In USB-C mode, the built-in APHEX® audio processing chip can be activated, offering compression, **High-Pass Filter**, noise gate, and the legendary Aural Exciter™ and Big Bottom™ effects, providing professionally processed vocals with one click.
Complete Recording Kit: Includes a professional-grade SM6 shock mount with integrated pop filter, effectively isolating vibrations and plosive noise, ready for professional recording right out of the box.

Built-in APHEX® Advanced Digital Signal Processing

When connected via USB-C, the NT1 5th Generation is more than just a microphone; it's a powerful audio processing hub. Through the free RODE Central or RODE Connect software, you can activate the built-in APHEX® DSP to process your sound in real-time:

Compressor: Smooths out your sound's dynamics and adds impact.
Noise Gate: Automatically eliminates background noise when you're not speaking, resulting in cleaner audio.
High-Pass Filter: Filters out unwanted low-frequency hums, making vocals clearer.
Aural Exciter™: Adds crispness and air to your sound, enhancing clarity and presence.
Big Bottom™: Adds warm and deep low frequencies to your sound, making it fuller and more authoritative.

RODE Central & Connect Software Ecosystem

RODE Central: A companion application designed for single microphones, allowing you to easily set DSP parameters, adjust **Input Gain**, and perform firmware updates, fully unleashing the potential of the NT1 5th Gen.
RODE Connect: A free software solution for podcasting and live streaming. It allows you to connect up to four RODE USB microphones to the same computer and provides an intuitive mixing control interface, easily integrating virtual audio sources, making it a powerful tool for content creation.

What's in the Box

1 x RODE NT1 5th Generation Microphone (Black)
1 x SM6 Professional Shock Mount (with detachable pop filter)
1 x 6-meter XLR Microphone Cable (Black)
1 x 3-meter SC29 USB-C to USB-C Cable
1 x Dust Cover

Tech Specs

Microphone Type	Condenser
Acoustic Principle	Pressure Gradient
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Capsule Size	1.00 inch
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz
Output Impedance	100Ω
Maximum SPL	142 dB SPL
Self-noise	4 dBA
Sensitivity	-32 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (25.00 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1 kHz
Power Source	Phantom Power P48 (XLR), USB 5V (USB-C)
Connector	XLR, USB-C
A/D Resolution	32-bit Float
Sample Rate Support	48kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz
Operating System (PC)	Windows 10 or later
Operating System (Mac)	macOS 10.15 or later
Dimensions	189 x 52 x 52 mm
Weight	308 g

Pros & Notes (Click to expand)

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Pros

Innovative XLR/USB-C dual **Connector** design, offering extreme flexibility.
World's first 32-bit Float Digital Output, eliminating worries about clipping distortion from excessive volume during recording.
Ultra-low **Self-noise** of just 4dBA, ensuring pristine recordings.
Built-in APHEX® DSP, allowing professional-grade processing effects to be added to sound via USB-C mode.
Standard with high-quality SM6 shock mount and pop filter, ready to use out of the box.

Notes to Know

DSP effects are only available in USB-C connection mode.
Only offers **Cardioid** polar pattern, does not support **Multi-pattern** switching.
Requires firmware updates and DSP settings via RODE Central software.

RODE NT1 5TH FAQ

Q：What makes the RODE NT1 5th Generation Condenser Microphone unique?

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A：It combines traditional XLR with modern USB-C **Connectors** and offers the world's first 32-bit Float Digital Output, preventing digital clipping in any recording scenario and providing ultimate recording flexibility and sound quality.

Q：What are the main differences between the NT1 5th Generation and the older NT1/NT1-A?

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A：The main differences are that the NT1 5th Generation adds a USB-C **Connector**, 32-bit Float Digital Output, and built-in APHEX DSP processing, whereas older models are purely analog XLR microphones.

Q：I'm new to podcasting, is the NT1 5th Generation suitable for me?

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A：Absolutely. You can start with a simple USB-C direct connection to your computer, and when you upgrade your audio interface in the future, you can still use it via the XLR **Connector**, making it a very worthwhile long-term investment.

Q：Can the NT1 5th Generation connect directly to an iPhone or iPad?

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A：Yes, via the USB-C **Connector**, the NT1 5th Generation can directly connect to iPhone 15 series or iPad models with USB-C, enabling high-quality mobile recording.

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