Try a Miktek MK300. MXL 770. AKG Pro Audio C414 XLII. Audio, Audio, Audio! The Blue Yeti and the Rode NT USB are two of the most popular USB microphones on the market. One of them is center-terminated and is basically a K67 recreation (intentional 8kHz boost). Mic Calibration for Rode NT1A. Another … has a HF resonator plate for even more HF [boost]. AKG Pro Audio C214. Things To Consider When Buying a Microphone. Now, they are very different and knowing these differences is something that will help you make a better decision. Click here for details. Rode NTK Tube Condenser. The sound quality is absolutely fantastic.. Hi everyone I'm trying to get started with a Rode NT1-A, but I'm having trouble finding the 'sweet spot'. The champ is here. I use a FET in my 22mm body mods that has a declining noise amplitude vs frequency characteristic. Rode NT1A. May 2, 2020 #1. Although not very versatile, the Rode NT1-A is a solid microphone for a very good price. May 2, 2020 #1. I have a pair of Rode NT1A … After combing through hundreds of Reddit posts and comments for the last 4 years, I have determined this mic is STILL the best ha ha. Joined Feb 5, 2019 Messages 1,314 Likes 1,255 Location Pacific Northwest. The Rode NT1 is the newer and updated version of the famous NT1-A which was released almost 14 years prior.. It’s been completely redesigned from the ground up and the only component both of these microphones share is the mesh grille. 1st November 2017 #5. jakenolan. The tone is nice, but I find that t 1. Mark, AKA Akumaryu, begins the review by giving some background on his Samson C03U, which he had been using for four years. Read More » Forums. The NT1 and NT1a mics use three different capsule variations based around the K67-type backplates. Though it sits somewhere between inexpensive and expensive, it is actually a great price when you consider that you’re getting a quality condenser mic. In this post I’ll do a deepdive into both mics, give you some of their features, specifications, … Blue Yeti vs Rode NT USB; Read Before you Buy! AudioTechnica AT2020. Honestly, it sounds to me like you are processing the Rode with the same EQ and stuff as the Yeti, which will never sound good. This video is a quality comparison between the Samson C03U and Rode NT1-A microphones. Room Acoustics and General Speaker Discussions. Share Quote. Rode spec's the NT1a at 5dBa self noise. My Studio. It has a fairly flat frequency response whith just some rounded cuts at 20-30Hz and 16k-20kHz. Despite finding it to be a relatively great microphone, it is lacking in picking up the low-end of his voice. Rode NT1A Review: Conclusion And Rating. AT2035 . Gear Nut . We now measure and review equipment for free! There is literally no chance in the entire world that the Yeti would beat out the Rode. 26 Reviews written. Thread starter MRC01; Start date May 2, 2020; M. MRC01 Major Contributor. Check Current Price. Last edited by edva; 1st November 2017 at 02:16 PM.. Reason: sp 2. So it actually sounds like it has a lower self noise in the critical 2-4kHz band than its A-weighted measurement (which is dominated by the lower midrange spectral noise) would indicate.