Rode NT1000

Rode NT1000 Microphone Overview

The Rode NT1000 is primarily a directional microphone with cardioid polar pattern . Its dynamic description reveals a boom microphone with a large diaphragm and which provides a correct response curve.

So, it is indeed a kind of microphone that you can use as recording equipment in the studio or live. But I recommend it more as a studio equipment than a direct micro-USB.

Compared to Rode's other dynamic and condenser microphones, this one is no match for the rest. In fact, it is just as efficient as an external Rode NT USB microphone or a Rode NT1 for capturing sound sources.

Your NT1000 offers a audio interface capable of condensing all kinds of sound waves. It then transforms them into an electrical signal once it has recorded the vibrations emitted by these sources.

A priori, the NT1000 omnidirectional microphone uses the same capsule as that of the Rode NTK model. Furthermore, I see several similarities between these two condenser microphones. So I'm not surprised if the type of noises transmitted are very similar. The capacitor, recorder and amplifier they use have the same characteristics.

In the end, you benefit from a microphone level as efficient as that offered by a USB micro NTK. In front of the microphones, the electrostatic vibrations captured are much more pronounced in order to obtain better sound quality from the speaker.

Building the Rode NT1000

Rode has gone well beyond its limits in building the NT1000 condenser studio microphone . In general, the stand microphone has the typical style of Rode condenser microphones. At this point, it takes an industrial design with metal parts, but places more emphasis on cutting-edge details.

Shockproof, all of its external surfaces maintain a rigid and resistant appearance. You are entitled to a rustic ambient microphone which allows you to mix and capture sounds using resistant capsules.

The NT1000 studio microphone features nickel and satin surface finishes. Apparently its finishes, threads and basket grilles seem correct. Also, its metallic mesh retains a slightly silvery-gold look under the reflection of the light.

Combined with your usual acoustic instruments, the Rode NT1000 will easily adapt to their style. Buying a microphone of this type means enjoying quality voice recording that is faithful to the original sounds.

Are you the type who likes dynamic microphone models ? Well, this wireless lavalier mic is also available in this color. So take advantage of the all-purpose aspect of its Black Edition version and its intact acoustic pressures.

Rode Dot signature pro microphone

Zoom in on the wireless microphone circuit board. I can only appreciate its manufacturing quality, its improved output level and its versatile side. The Rode NT1000 microphone has everything you need for professional home studio recording equipment.

One last element that I do not forget to specify, it hosts a famous Dot signature typical of Rode microphones. In fact, all of the brand's voice recording devices

It is a metal swan's neck placed on its upper face. And to top it off, your vocal instrument comes from Australia, the guarantee of a top quality sound transformer, without percussion.

A 1'' condenser capsule microphone

If some condenser microphone are only so in name, the Rode NT1000 is one by design. In fact, your Rode vocal microphone has a highly functional electrostatic capacitor.

This converter records the bandwidth via magnet bias and then transforms it into an electrical signal. Vibrations captured without a pop filter are free of handling noise. You thus benefit from sound pressure preserved as best as possible.

The microphone's sensor and attenuator consist of a gold-sprayed membrane. A priori, this static ribbon diaphragm is not directly linked to the interior elements of the pro ribbon microphone . High and low frequency voltage is taken from the edges of the magnetic directional microphone.

In short, I benefit from a 1 inch condenser capsule without electret.

You still need to use a mixer to make it work properly. Indeed, the NT1000 condenser microphone requires an external phantom-type power supply to provide it with enough electrical current.

The phantom power supply will be used to power the dynamics of the sound card and to amplify the dynamics of its moving coil. This phantom power supply via USB cable must reach 48 volts, otherwise the sound diagram will be of poor quality.

Rode NT1000, a cardioid pattern microphone

The sound pickup that a USB microphone provides is measured by its polar pattern type. In the case of the Rode NT1000 singing microphone, I note the presence of a acoustic directivity . This analog characteristic of the device ensures that the sounds produced are of better quality.

Your studio recording microphone projects sounds that are more or less faithful to the characteristics of the sound source. In front of a Rode microphone, you will always notice that little touch of originality in your voice.

This detail apparently comes from the directivity of the stereo microphone. Bidirectional or directional, the frequency response seems sharper and closer to the original.

The frequencies captured and returned by the micro converter and switch remain stable. The graphs produced span impedance ranges from 0.5 KHZ to 4 kHz. The treble is therefore more perceptible than the bass regardless of the pickup angle where the microphone input is located in relation to the sound wave.

In omnidirectional capture, the Rode NT1000 presents a slight attenuation of the magnetic field. In fact, the pressure levels are reduced by 100 Hz. This is understood by the distance between the radio microphone and your acoustic guitar.

You also benefit from better proximity effect and background noise attenuation. This is why I highly recommend this handheld microphone to fans of podcasts, voice-overs, gaming, artists, etc.

It will also be perfect for recording studio beginners who often record with acoustic instruments .

Low noise microphone based on a transistor circuit

The Rode NT1000 Podcast Microphone works using a transistor circuit that converts vibrations into perceptible sounds. A priori, this transformation is carried out using a JFET cable and specific connectors.

Once the connector is plugged in, the microphone sensitivity turns on. You will notice this by plugging in your headphones.

The Rode NT1000 starts at a value of 15 Mv/Pa and emits fragile noises of 6 dB . In this context, I became more and more interested in its dynamics. The technical sheets offered by Rode for this model specify a maximum range of 134 dB, a limit which remains acceptable.

As for the sound pressure level, it is estimated at 140 dB for 0.5% distortion . Thus, handling noise is reduced as much as possible to leave room for better static renderings in studios.

Zoom on the frequency response, it varies from 20 Hz to 20 kHz . This range considers all kinds of sound sources, including the lowest voices. Each of the vibrations emitted around the microphone is perceptible, regardless of the distance from the preamp.

By getting behind the mic, you hear sounds that are more natural, authentic and without technical flaws.

By the way, you can also check out our full test guide and review on the AKG P420 . Find out everything you need to know about this condenser microphone in this guide.

The Rode NT1000 microphone compared to the NTK and NT1 microphone?

How does the Rode NT1000 microphone compare to the Rode NT USB , NTK and NT1 models? In my opinion, the pro mic sounds as smooth as the NTK dynamic mic. It also maintains a fluid bandwidth capture appearance just like the Rode NT1 microphone .

However, the proximity effect it offers is slightly lower than that of NTK. The latter remains for me one of the best tube microphones on the market.

Technical characteristics of the Rode NT1000

• Type: condenser microphone
• Brand: Rode
• Directivity: cardioid
• Max SPL: 140 dB
• Output level: 13 mV
• Noise level: 6 dB
• Capsule: 1 inch
• Output impedance: 100 ohms
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Phantom power: 48 volts
• Weight: 682g
• Dimensions: 209 x 54 x 54 mm

Our opinion on the Rode NT1000 microphone

The Rode NT1000 condenser microphone is an excellent home studio microphone. It allows you to record and amplify voices from different sound sources with a max SPL of 140 dB. In addition, Rode offers you a warranty of up to 10 years following the purchase of this professional condenser microphone.  

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