This microphone exceeded my expectations. It sounds warm, clear, and crisp. For only $229, you can't possibly beat it. This microphone can compete well with microphones at a much higher price range. Ever since I got this mic, my hip hop vocals have skyrocketed in quality, because now the vocal quality is professional sounding. I don't even have to add EQ to the vocals I record with this bad boy (unless I was trying to make it sound a very specific way, but normally adding EQ to the vocals from this mic would be like selling yourself short...), all I need to do is add compression and a reverb, and it sounds really good. I tried rapping into this mic without the pop filter, and surprisingly, the plosives didn't show up as much as I thought they would. It will happen, no doubt, but I was just surprised at how much harder it is to get them to show up. You can scream into this mic, you can speak very softly, you can make your voice sound any way you wish, and it will pick it up pretty much exactly like you actually sound... except with an added smoothness and warmth (though, I would not say as warm as a good tube mic, like the Rode K2 or Rode NTK).
No, it doesn't allow you to utilize multiple polar patterns, it is strictly cardioid. That's why this microphone is best for vocals. I would say that would be one downfall of this mic. But geez, it only costs $229... how could you possibly go wrong? If you're starting up your own home studio, this is a must buy. Don't go with those cheap USB powered microphones... they're not good for vocals or anything except talking on skype and podcasting. The Rode NT1-A is an exceptional mic, and the value cannot be beaten.
You can register your microphone at the Rode website to get a 10 year warranty on it... for free. A free 10 year warranty on an awesome microphone, to protect your investment.
The pop filter it comes with is good. It has never allowed any plosives through. Before you even hook it up, you can test it by blowing through one side and putting your hand on the other. You will barely feel the air coming through. The shockmount ain't bad, it does the job.
Do not drop this mic, as condenser mics are very fragile. Also, they are very prone to moisture and dust. So make sure you have it set up in a relatively dry room. Always remember to put that dust cover over it when it's not in use.
If you are thinking about getting this mic... stop thinking about it, and get it! You will NOT be disappointed. You will be impressed.
If you're an amateur like me, and you are building a home studio... people will see this mic and KNOW you are getting serious about your music.
5+ out of 5 for value and quality.
Peace.
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| power source | AC | The SM7B does NOT require phantom power and is not affected if phantom power is present on its mixer input. Note that some third-party external pre-amps commonly used with the SM7B DO require phantom power to operate, however. At least 60dB of gain is recommended to get that iconic warm and balanced tone most commonly associated with the SM7B. | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
| connectivity tech | Wired | XLR | USB | XLR | Wired | Wired |
| connector type | XLR | XLR | USB Type-C | XLR | XLR | XLR |
| model number | NT1 3rd Gen | SM7B | NT-USB+ | PODMIC | AT2020 | AT2020PK |
| material | Nickel | Metal | — | Alloy Steel | Metal | Metal |
| audio sensitivity | 5 decibels | -59 decibels | -32 decibels | -57 decibels | 37 decibels | 55 decibels |
| frequency range | 20Hz - 20kHz | — | — | 20Hz ~ 20kHz | — | 20-20,000 Hz |
| impedance | 100 ohm | 150 ohm | — | 320 ohm | — | — |
| noise level | 5 decibels | 60 decibels | — | 78 decibels | 20 decibels | — |
| signal-to-noise ratio | 75 decibels | 60 decibels | 59 decibels | 78 decibels | 74 decibels | 37 decibels |
| hardware platform | — | Personal Computer (MVX2U sold separately) | PC | PC | — | PC |
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I'm the CIO of a startup, and as we start up I tend to wear quite a few hats. Recently, one of those hats has involved putting together professional quality help videos for our product. After working with a number of cheap mics for a while, and using Adobe Audition to clean up the background noise from the voiceover audio, I did a reasonable amount of research and settled on the Rode NT1-A as a) the quality of my voiceover audio was still lacking and b) the production time was not cost-effective.I'm using the NT1-A with an AudioBox USB and Windows 10, Adobe Auditon CC and Adobe Premiere CC. I have the mic set up in a walk in closet full of clothes which gives me a huge amount of sound dampening without any of the fuss or cost of a sound booth, and either run AC-7 Core HD, or use my wireless keyboard and mouse with a remote monitor (25 ft. HDMI cable) to manage my sessions via Adobe Audition. See the attached image.The need to apply any effects or to do any background noise cleanup is completely gone - there simply is no background hum nor hiss of any kind as I've isolated properly from the noise of my PC fans.I highly recommend watching the short videos provided on the Studio Tips DVD that they include with the mic. Understanding the cardioid polar pickup pattern and how it affects tone based on the rotation of the microphone is very valuable, among other tips and tricks that they provide.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2018
Model: NT1 3rd GenColor: SilverVerified Purchase
Still worth the cost. Excellent quality.
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2018
I am not anywhere close to being even a mediocre person when it comes to music, sound etc, I need an idiots guide just to understand the idiots guide. I did however buy a different mic set up a couple months ago, and now I got this one. Big difference even I can tell that this one is way better. The sound quality, and in some cases, the lack of sound is amazing. Dislike the thing that holds the mic, its too heavy, I have one of those extending arms so it can mount in the back of my desk, but the mic and holder is so heavy, I have to really reef on the tightening knobs to hold it in place, and it will still droop some. Also the pop filter holder really needs a little longer extension with adjustment knob, because it will only stay literally just a couple inches away from the mic and therefore, you don't have a lot of adjusting room for it.Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2018
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il migliore
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