Rode NT5

The RODE NT5 is a pair of true condenser microphones specifically designed for instrument recording. It performs well on all instruments including guitar, flute, violin, saxophone, drums etc. It’s discrete size and design allows for effective and subtle positioning, which is crucial when close miking. NT5’s are supplied as closely matched pairs in a custom carry case with two stand mounts and two windscreens. Requires 48V phantom power. Frequency response is 20Hz-20kHZ, max SPL of 143dB, dynamic range >128dB.

The NT5 is the perfect small-diaphragm condenser microphone for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals, live performances and other sound sources which benefit from stereo miking. This compact externally polarized mic, sold in matched pairs, employs a .5” capsule and top-quality components throughout, and is simply awesome in stereo X/Y mic setups. Also perfect for individual instrument miking applications.

Features:

• True condenser transducer
• Gold sputtered 1/2” Capsule
• Heavy duty satin-nickel-plated body
• Low noise
• Full frequency response
• Custom WS5 Wind Shield
• Custom RM5 Stand Mount
• Supplied as a MATCHED PAIR in a Custom Carry Case

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)

Included Accessories:

• 2 x RM5 (stand mount)
• 2 x WS5 (windshield)
• RC5 (case)