From Rode Microphones
The NT5 is RØDE'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, and 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 RØDE's industry leading 10-year warranty.
NT5 Specifications
| Acoustic Principle | Pressure Gradient |
|---|---|
| Active Electronics | JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer |
| Capsule | 0.50" |
| Polar Pattern | |
| Address Type | End |
| Frequency Range | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Output Impedance | 100Ω |
| Maximum SPL | 143dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load) |
| Maximum Output Level | 13.9mV |
| Sensitivity | -38.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (12.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz |
| Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted) | 16dB-A |
| Power Options | |
| Weight | 101.00gm |
| Dimensions | 118.00mmH x 20.00mmW x 20.00mmD |
| Output |
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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