RODE NT2-A
Large-Capsule Studio Condenser Microphone
The RODE NT2-A Large-Capsule Studio Condenser Microphone is
a professional, one-inch condenser microphone with variable pick-up patterns,
high-pass filter, and pad.
3 - 3-position switches located on the mic body provide selection of figure 8,
cardioid, or omni polar pick-up patterns; from a flat response to either 80Hz or
40Hz high-pass filter; and pad adjustments of 0dB, -5dB, or -10dB attenuation.
The heart of the NT2-A is the Australian-designed and manufactured Type HF1
dual-diaphragm capsule. The frequency and transient response of this new
transducer has been voiced to complement today's modern recording techniques and
yet still evoke the silky smooth character of the legendary microphones of the
'50s and '60s. Includes a soft pouch and clip.
The RDE NT2-A represents an uncommon technical achievement. Many mics today
look similar, with 1" capsules, a mesh head, and a cylindrical body. It is only
when you look a little deeper and listen carefully that the major differences
become apparent. If there weren't differences, we would all buy $50.00 mics, and
be very happy! Many microphones in the same category sell for thousands of
dollars. The difference is that the costlier mics are made with the best parts
and precision engineered. While these mics are superb, their smaller production
volume makes them expensive. They're hand assembled with parts bought in small
quantities
RDE has changed the industry by pioneering high quality volume production,
investing in more design and tooling using the very finest components and
capsules. RDE still offers the NT2-A at a price that would be impossible using
older techniques and technologies.
Designed and manufactured at RDE's new $10,000,000.00 facility in Sydney, the
NT2-A incorporates the latest innovations in transducer design, coupled to
RDE's surface mount electronics, offering pure signal quality and the lowest
noise levels of any microphones with the same features. RDE is so proud of the
NT2-A that they now offer a full 10-year parts And labor guarantee.
Requires phantom power.
R0DE NT2-A Large-Capsule Studio
Condenser Microphone Specifications:
- Acoustic principle: Externally polarized 25 mm (1 in.) dual diaphragm
- Directional pattern: Multi-pattern
- Frequency range: 20Hz-20,000Hz
- Output impedance: 200
- Signal /Noise ratio DIN/IEC 651: 87 dB (1 kHz rel 1 Paper IEC651,
IEC268-15)
- Equivalent noise: 7 dBA SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
- Maximum SPL: 147 dB (@1%THD into 1k) 157 dB (@1%THD into 1k) - pad at
maximum
- Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1k: -36 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (16 mV @94 dB SPL)
+/- 2 dB
- Maximum output voltage: +16 dBu (@1%THD into 1k)
- Dynamic range of the mic amplifier: DIN/IEC 651 140 dB (per IEC651,
IEC268-15)
- Power (Supply voltage): 48 Volts (P48)
- Output Connection: 3 pin XLR, balanced output between pin 2 (+) and pin
3 (-). Pin 1 ground
- Weight approx.: 860 grm (4.23 oz)
R0DE NT2-A Large-Capsule Studio Condenser
Microphone Features:
- Australian designed and manufactured HF1 1" edge terminated, gold
sputtered, dual 5 um diaphragm capsule
- 3-position variable polar pattern: Omni, Cardioid & Figure 8; all
controlled on the mic
- 3-position variable high-pass filter: Flat, 80Hz or 40Hz
- 3-position variable pad: 0dB, -5dB, or -10dB
- Ultra low noise, transformerless SMT circuitry
- Wide dynamic range
- High-strength heat-treated steel mesh head
- Durable satin nickel finish
- Internal capsule shockmounting
- Supplied complete with soft pouch and clip
- Designed and manufactured in Sydney, Australia
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