Rode NT2A Multi Pattern 1” Condenser Microphone

RODE NT2A Details ^top

The new NT2-A carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary RØDE NT2. A professional large capsule (1”) studio microphone incorporating three-position pick-up patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the mic body.

At the heart of the NT2-A is the Australian designed and manufactured 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 50’s and 60’s. These features provide the flexibility and superlative audio characteristics that make the NT2-A one of the most versatile condenser mics available.

The NT2-A’s variable controls allow switching between Omni, Figure 8, and Cardioid polar patterns. The three position high-pass filter provides a flat response or an 80Hz and 40Hz high pass filter to be selected. Finally the microphones Pad can be switched between 0 dB, -5dB and -10dB. The NT2-A comes in a soft pouch with an M2 stand mount.

Features:

The 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, 80 Hz or 40 Hz. 3-position variable pad: 0 dB, -5 dB or -10 dB. Ultra low noise, transformerless SMT circuitry. Wide dynamic range. High strength heat-treated steel mesh head. Durable satin nickel finish. Internal capsule shock mounting. Supplied complete with soft pouch and clip. Designed and manufactured in Sydney, Australia.

Operation power:

The NT2-A is designed to operate from phantom power to the P48 standard. The NT2-A will operate between 44V and 52V applied with positive polarity to pin 2 and pin 3 of the output XLR connector.

Operation output impedance:

The NT2-A will operate satisfactorily into a load impedance as low as 1 kΩ. If a load below this is used, the output signal level will be reduced. The NT2-A output is balanced between pin 2 (hot) and pin 3 (cold). Pin 1 is ground.

RODE NT2A Specs ^top

Acoustic principle:

Externally polarized 25 mm (1”) dual diaphragm.

Directional pattern:

Multi-pattern

Frequency range:

20 Hz ~ 20 000 Hz

Output impedance:

200 Ω

Signal noise ratio din iec 651:

87 dB (1 kHz rel 1 Pa; per IEC651, IEC268-15)

Equvalent noise:

7 dBA SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15)

Maximum spl:

147 dB (@ 1% THD into 1 kΩ); 157 dB (@ 1% THD into 1 kΩ) - pad at maximum

Sensitivity:

-36 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal; (16 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/-2 dB

Dynamic range 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 with battery:

860 grm (4.23 oz)

Dimensions width:

209mm

Dimensions depth:

55mm

Dimensions height:

55mm

Maximum output voltage:

+16 dBu (@ 1% THD into 1 kΩ)

RODE NT2A University ^top

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RODE NT2A Documentation ^top

Specifications - 459 Kb PDF
Instruction Manual - 1.7 Mb PDF
Brochure - 865 Kb PDF