Rode microphones designs and manufactures a comprehensive suite of premium audio accessories. While it seems expensive, its really not, considering its features. Rode nt1a cardioid condenser microphone package the rode nt1a 1 inch cardioid condenser microphone has become an industry standard. Rode nt2a variable pattern microphone zzounds rode nt2a variable pattern studio condenser microphone, complete vocal recording solution package, frequency chart.
Jan 24, 2011 hello, our wellused rode nt2 condenser mic has developed a problem. Page 3 i want to thank you for choosing the nt2 a professional large capsule studio microphone. Please take a few moments to read this instruction manual before using your nt2a, as it will help you gain the best longterm performance. Nt2 a i want to thank you for choosing the nt2 a professional large capsule studio microphone. Rode is known for making really high quality gear at a price that most people can actually afford without maxing out their credit cards, and this is a definite case in point. While many companies are building mics in china, or simply importing standard chinese models badged with their company names, rode can honestly say that theyve been there and done that and moved on. It offers a convenient highpass filter switch for 40hz or 80hz.
The microphone itself is a classic large diaphragm side address design whose brushed silver finish looks seriously sleek. The rode nt1a and nt2 a made substantial changes to the original jim williams circuit designs. Nt2a multi pattern 1 condenser microphone large 1 25mm hf1 gold sputtered capsule on body control of polar pattern, hpf and pad three position variable polar pattern omni, cardioid or figure 8 three position variable highpass filter flat, 40hz or 80hz three position pad 0db, 5db or 10db. A reason i would lean on the nt2 is that it has a switchable pattern omnicard, and as i do record and mix in the same space, which is not an ideal room to begin with, pickup patterns could be an important factor in my situation. I can record from 1 to 4 or even 6 vocalists in one time due to three variable positioning polar pattern. Damage dueto connection of the nt 2 to a faulty power supply is not covered by the guarantee. View and download rode microphones nt1 instruction manual online. I like to think of this mic as an upgraded nt1a, because it shares similar sonic characteristics except that it is improved just a little bit on most levels.
View and download rode microphones nt2a instruction manual online. Then the audio fades over a few seconds to be replaced with a fadingin loud hiss. Buy rode ws2 microphone pop filterwind shield for nt1a, nt2 a, nt, nt2000, ntk, k2 and broadcaster microphones. But when we use it for vocals or highpressure stuff it only works for a couple of minutes.
Rode nt2a studio solution set thomann united states. I installed microphoneparts rk47 capsule in nt2 without any other mods and it sounds awesome now. Nt2a i want to thank you for choosing the nt2a professional large capsule studio microphone. Rode nt2 a studio microphone with primacoustic voxguard and weighted mic stand.
The rode nt2a is a large diaphragm condenser microphone and features 3 pickup patterns cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure 8. The new nt2a carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary rode nt2. The rode ntusb is a breeze to set up with excellent build and sound quality. But, dont you think a zener diode is perfect noise generator,or it is ok. A professional large 1 capsule studio microphone incorporating threeposition pickup patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the mic body. Find great deals on ebay for rode nt2 and rode nt1. Guitars, differently styled vocalists, percussion and even handclaps all come through sounding like the original source but with the added slightly euphoric but always well placed sonic fingerprint of the nt2 a. Recording is loud and good isolation of ambient noise. View and download rode microphones nt5 instruction manual online. The rode nt2 a has this in spades and put in a really classy performance with absolutely anything i pointed at it. Most well known of their models are the nt1, the nt3 and this baby. Custom rode microphone on tour with barbra streisand pdf. The most common version of the nt2 used a transformerless circuit adapted from the schoeps design by jim williams, the nt1 and nt2 were companion microphones with similar circuits and similar sound. Important information about purchasing from the us.
Rode microphones nt1 instruction manual pdf download. Rode ws2 microphone pop filterwind shield for nt1a, nt2a. Most professional mixing consoles have an internal 48v supply, or you canpurchase a separate supply. Rode nt2 rode mics are autralian and they have a few models which are very widespread amongst users from home recordists to pro studios. If you have any other questions, leave them below or contact me. Micro statique a transistors a large membrane rode nt2. Rode nt2a anniversary vocal multipattern dual condenser. Digitalisering staatsexamens nt2 onderdeel schrijven pdf. I very much look forward to speaking with you all the best and god bless. May 15, 2007 i think the nt2 a is an excellent mic for the money. As with other rode microphones the nt2a feels solidly built to the point where you could probably hammer nails in with it. Rode nt2a anniversary vocal multipattern dual condenser microphone package the nt2a is a professional large 1 capsule studio microphone incorporating threeposition pickup patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the mic body. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us.
Ms blumlein both mics fig8 is particularly impressive, and is one of my favourite configurations for acoustic guitar. Premium microphones and audio accessories for studio, live and location recording. Featuring a self noise of only 5dba, the nt1a is the worlds quietest studio microphone. The nt2a is based on the legendary nt2 the tone behind countless recording hits of the last decade. Guitars, differently styled vocalists, percussion and even handclaps all come through sounding like the original source but with the added slightly euphoric but always well placed sonic fingerprint of the nt2a. Both the new mics utilized surfacemount components, and high capsule polarization voltage.
Whether youve purchased this mic on its own, or as a part of a matched pair set, im con. The new nt2 a carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary rode nt2. The rode nt2a has this in spades and put in a really classy performance with absolutely anything i pointed at it. Final word both of these are good mics, and the nt2a is a neutral piece that will not color the sound in any way. Studio microphone by the mipa in 2006, in addition to being awarded the electronic musician editors. The rode nt1a is the defacto industrystandard large diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone. Rode microphones nt2a instruction manual pdf download. Rode nt2 well respected large diapragm condenser mic from.
Make surethe power supply you use is a professional unit that is operating correctly. The nt2a carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary rode nt2. Please take a few moments to read this instruction manual before using your nt2 a, as it will help you gain the best longterm performance. Sep 04, 2016 the nt2 looks a lot like the famous neumann u87, while the nt2a is more of an original rode design. Ok its time for me to buy my own good studio condenser. Were proud to say that the nt1a has become an industry standard providing the warmth, extended dynamic range, clarity and high spl capability usually only featured by some of the most expensive microphones. Schoepe, zenon march 2011, meet your maker rode microphones. Rode microphones nt5 instruction manual pdf download. Rode microphones nt1a instruction manual pdf download. Slightly darker than oktavamodded one i have but in a good way, i prefer it and sound quality is comparable to other midendish microphones c414, neumann cmv3, a lot better than audio technica 4050 which is spitty in comparison. As with other rode microphones the nt2 a feels solidly built to the point where you could probably hammer nails in with it. Rode designs and manufactures high quality microphones for studio, live and location recording and performance.
After many hours, ok maybe days, of research i went with the rode nt2a microphone and couldnt be happier. Rode ntk apparently a great mic for the price, very warm and detailed. Rode has released the nt2 a studio solution, a bundle featuring the professional nt2 a largediaphragm condenser microphone. It is wonderfully quiet, and can be set to work on a wide range of tasks. It is primarily designed for studio use, but it might have a few applications for live sound like overheads for drums or for a string section. I came across a threat about the rode nt2 being a now forbidden copy of the neumann u87. I bought rode nt2 a studio solution set for my home studio, and totally surprised with the quality and variability of the ways that i can use this microphone. The result is that both microphones had excellent specifications for selfnoise. Rode redesign their wellknown nt2, and achieve a classleading noise floor in the process. A professional large 1 capsule studio microphone incorporating threeposition.
The nt2 a carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary rode nt2. A professional large capsule 1 inch studio microphone incorporating threeposition pickup patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the mic body. I have a pair of them, and exploit their pattern flexibility to be used xy, ms or ab. Rode nt2a anniversary vocal multipattern dual condenser microphone package the nt2 a is a professional large 1 capsule studio microphone incorporating threeposition pickup patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the mic body. I never had a chance to use a mic from neumann or any other highend stuff cant really afford a 2.