NT1 5th Generation
Best studio condenser for creators needing versatile, high-fidelity digital recording.
This studio condenser microphone offers a legendary warm, classic sound with modern advancements. It's ideal for capturing vocals and instruments with exceptional clarity. Featuring a unique Dual Connect output, it seamlessly integrates with both XLR and USB setups, providing ultimate studio flexibility. Experience 'unclippable' recordings thanks to the world's first 32-bit float digital output, allowing for extensive post-capture editing. It is also recognized as the world's quietest studio condenser microphone, ensuring pristine audio with minimal self-noise for professional results.
$249.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
208
/ 3367
#208 in Microphones
Price vs Category Average
-51%
Below average
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
/ Cardioid
Who it's for
- Creators needing flexible studio and mobile recording setups
- Podcasters and vocalists wanting foolproof, clip-free digital recording
- Voiceover artists requiring pristine, noise-free audio capture
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious beginners seeking a simple analog microphone
- Purists who prefer hardware-based signal chains over software ecosystems
- Engineers seeking a vintage, dark, or neutral sonic character
Performance breakdown
Self-noise floor
Industry-leading quietness ensures your recordings remain free of unwanted background hiss.
Connectivity versatility
Dual XLR and USB outputs bridge the gap between professional and home.
Dynamic range headroom
32-bit float technology makes digital clipping virtually impossible during your recording sessions.
Sonic character
Retains the classic, warm signature that made the original NT1 legendary.
On-board processing
Integrated Aphex DSP provides professional-grade vocal polish without needing external hardware.
Build integrity
Precision-engineered in Australia with a robust design built for daily use.
Key Specs
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Maximum SPL
142 dB SPL
Equivalent Noise (A-Weighted)
4 dBA
Frequency Range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Digital Output
32-bit float
A/D Conversion
Up to 192 kHz
Analogue Power Requirements
P48 (via XLR)
Output Impedance
100 Ω
Know before you buy
Yes. The microphone features a Dual Connect output, allowing you to use it as a traditional XLR microphone with an interface or connect it directly to your computer via USB-C for a plug-and-play setup.
The 32-bit float recording format makes your audio virtually 'unclippable.' It provides a massive dynamic range that allows you to recover recordings that were captured too quietly or too loudly during post-production.
No. When connected via USB, the microphone is powered by your computer's bus power, so no additional phantom power or external preamps are required.
The microphone features integrated Aphex processing, which includes a compressor, noise gate, and the Aural Exciter and Big Bottom effects. These can be accessed and configured via RØDE software to enhance your sound before it even hits your recording application.
Absolutely. With an incredibly low self-noise of 4dBA, it is the quietest studio condenser microphone in the world, making it an excellent choice for capturing delicate or quiet sound sources without adding unwanted background hiss.
Yes, the package includes a professional-grade shock mount, a pop filter, an XLR cable, and a USB cable, ensuring you have all the essential accessories to get started immediately.
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