Rode NT5 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

NT5 Cardioid Condenser Microphone description:

The Rode NT5 is a cardioid condenser microphone offering a full frequency response and low-noise circuitry. Intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a 0.5 inch capsule, an active J-FET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer.

Finished in durable satin nickel, the NT5 is intended for either single or stereo X/Y mic set-ups. The NT5 is supplied with an RM5 (stand mount), ZP1 (zip pouch) and WS5 (windshield)

Features:

• Full (externally biased) Condenser with Gold sputtered 1/2 inch capsule
• Heavy duty satin-nickel-plated body
• Surface mount technology
• Low noise
• supplied with an RM5 (stand mount), ZP1 (zip pouch) and WS5 (windshield)

Specifications:

• Capsule: Externally polarised 1/2 inch (13mm) pressure-gradient condenser
• Active Electronics: J-FET Impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
• Pickup Patter: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
• Sensitivity: -38 dB re 1v/Pa +/- 2dB equivalent to 12mV/Pa where1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
• Equivalent Noise: <16dB SPL (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/Noise Ratio: 78 dB
• Power Requirements: P48, P24, P12 phantom or 9V Battery
• Packed Weight: 1.8kg (Mic only 100g)
• Dimensions: Diameter: 20mm, Length: 118mm