RODE NT5S PREMIUM INSTRUMENT RECORDING SINGLE MICROPHONE

RODE NT5S Details

NT5-S (Single NT5 unit) - Acoustically 1/2” Cardiod Condenser Microphone

The NT5-S is a masterpiece of small-diaphragm cardioid-condenser microphone design.
Intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a .5” 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 matched pairs come supplied in a custom carry case with windshields and mounts.

RODE NT5S Specs

Specifications:

Acoustic Principle: Externally polarised single diaphragm
condenser transducer
Capsule Size: 0.5” (13mm)
Active Electronics: JFET Impedance converter with bipolar
output buffer
Directional Response: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Sensitivity: -38 dB re 1v/Pa ± 2 dB equivalent to 12mV/Pa
where 1 Pa = 94dBSPL
Equivalent Noise: <16 dBSPL, (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 to Noise: 78dB
Power Requirements: 4 mA, P48 Supply (38V–52V) 2 mA,
P24 Supply (20V-26V) The microphone operates in
accordance with the above specifications to a minimum of
18V. It will operate with some performance degradation
below 18V.)
Packed Weight: 1.8kg (Mic only 100g)

RODE NT5S Documentation

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