RØDE NTR
Active Studio Ribbon Microphone from RØDE
- Figure-8 Polar Pattern
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
- 130 dB Maximum SPL
- 1.8 Micron Ribbon Element
- Internal Shock Mounting System
- Includes Ribbon-Securing Travel Screw
At first glance of the NTR you’re aware that it’s very special and unique – an intricate blend of art and science. What sets it apart from other Ribbon microphones is clear…
1) the RØDE NTR was conceived, designed and built right here in Australia
2) the RØDE NTR, benchmarked against the World’s best – sounds amazing,
3) the RØDE NTR has just lifted the benchmark up a few pegs
4) the RØDE NTR is affordable and has just redefined what can be bought for this price!
Designed to hang in the world’s finest recording studios and performance halls equally as well as home studio spaces, its existence is a labour of love for RØDE. Every element of the NTR, from the transformer to the ribbon element itself, has been designed and created in-house at RØDE’s headquarters in Sydney, Australia. All with the aim of crafting the finest ribbon microphone available.
Sonically, the NTR is capable of reproducing unprecedented high frequency detail and accuracy, addressing common criticisms of other ribbon microphones, while opening up the possible usage scenarios considerably. This allows it to record sound sources that usually require a more sensitive microphone element.
Featuring a wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, the NTR Active Ribbon Microphone from Rode is based around a sensitive 1.8-micron-thick ribbon element that’s suspended in an internal shock mounting system to reduce internal noise. It is capable of handling up to 130 dB of SPL, providing versatility in what sources can be placed in front of the mic. A ribbon-securing travel screw in included to help protect the element when transporting the mic. Like many Rode microphones the NTR has an extended 10-year warranty with registration, which includes one free ribbon replacement during the period.
- Acoustic Principle: Velocity transducer
- Active Electronics: Step-up transformer and signal balanced preamp stage
- Polar Pattern: Figure-8
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Output Impedance: 200 ohms
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 79.3 dBA
- Equivalent Noise: 15 dbA SPL (as per IEC651)
- Maximum SPL: 130 dB SPL
- Maximum Output: 8 dBu (@ 1 kHz, 1% THD into 1 kOhm load)
- Sensitivity: -30.5 dB re 1 V/Pa (30 mV @ 94 dB SPL) ± 2 dB @ 1kHz
- Dynamic Range: 115 dB SPL
- Power Requirements: 48 V
- Output Connection: 3-Pin XLR – Balanced output between Pin 2 (+) Pin 3 (-) and Pin 1 (ground)
- Weight: 1047g (36.9 oz)
