RODE NT5 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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Description
RODE NT5 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone
US-DA244FDA
The NT5 is RODE's premier small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone, sometimes referred to as a 'pencil mic'.
Intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a 1/2" capsule, an active J-FET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer.
Its tight cardioid pickup pattern also makes it ideal for use as an indoor dialogue microphone for filmmaking on a mic stand or boom.
Expanding the NT5's versatility, an interchangeable omnidirectional capsule (NT45-O) is available.
Finished in durable satin nickel, the NT5 available as a single microphone or as an acoustically matched pair.
The NT5 is designed and made in Australia, and covered by RODE's industry leading 10 year warranty.
Key Features
- Externally biased condenser
- Gold sputtered 1/2” capsule
- Heavy-duty satin-nickel plated body
- Dual power operation
- Surface mount circuitry
- Low noise
- Full frequency response
- Available as Certified Match Pair
Technical Specifications
Acoustic Principle
Pressure Gradient
Active Electronics
JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
Capsule
0.50"
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Address Type
End
Frequency Range
20Hz - 20kHz
Output Impedance
100 OHM
Maximum SPL
143dBSPL
Maximum Output Level
13.9mV (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K OHM load)
Sensitivity
-38.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (12.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted)
16dBA
Power Options
+24V phantom power+48V phantom power
Weight
101.00g
Dimensions
118.00mmH x 20.00mmW x 20.00mmD
Output
XLR Output
Installation / Use Cases
- Use as a compact small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone for acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals, and live performances.
- Suitable for indoor dialogue recording for filmmaking when mounted on a mic stand or boom.
- Use the tight cardioid pickup pattern to focus capture on the sound source.
- Suitable for recording workflows requiring a 1/2-inch capsule and JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer.
- Use in setups requiring XLR output and 24V or 48V phantom power.
- Suitable for users who need a durable satin-nickel plated microphone body.
- Use with an optional interchangeable NT45-O omnidirectional capsule when a different pickup pattern is needed.
Package Contents
- RODE NT5 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RODE NT5 best used for?
The NT5 is intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals, live performances, and indoor dialogue on a mic stand or boom.
What type of microphone is the NT5?
The NT5 is an externally biased small-diaphragm condenser microphone with a 1/2-inch gold-sputtered capsule.
What polar pattern does the RODE NT5 use?
The NT5 uses a cardioid polar pattern.
What frequency range does the NT5 cover?
The microphone covers 20Hz to 20kHz.
How much sound pressure can the NT5 handle?
The maximum SPL is 143 dB SPL.
What power does the NT5 require?
The NT5 supports 24V or 48V phantom power.
Can the NT5 use a different capsule pattern?
Yes. An interchangeable NT45-O omnidirectional capsule is available separately.
What comes with the RODE NT5?
The package includes the RODE NT5 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone.
