RODE NT-USB+ Professional USB Mic

About: RODE NT-USB+ Professional USB Mic

The NT-USB+ is a professional USB microphone that makes capturing studio-quality sound super simple. Building on the legacy of the legendary NT-USB with next-generation features, it excels in a wide variety of applications, from recording music to podcasting and streaming. Delivering pristine audio quality with incredible ease of use and premium features, the NT-USB+ will have you sounding like a pro in seconds.

Features

• Professional USB microphone
• Studio-grade condenser capsule with tight cardioid polar pattern
• Ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp
• Powerful APHEX audio processing accessible via RØDE Connect, RØDE Central and RØDE Reporter
• High-power headphone output with zero-latency monitoring and versatile controls
• USB-C connectivity with high-resolution analog-digital conversion
• Detachable pop filter and desktop stand included
• Class-compliant USB output that works seamlessly with computers, smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android)
• Designed and made in RØDE's state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia

Studio Sound at Home

The NT-USB+ harnesses the pristine audio quality of a professional condenser microphone and combines it with the convenience of USB connectivity, making it the perfect solution for recording studio sound at home. It features a studio-grade condenser capsule with a tight cardioid pickup pattern, so your recordings are always rich and focused, and its ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp and high-resolution analog-digital conversion deliver incredibly clear sound.

Versatile and Portable

Like all great studio microphones, the NT-USB+ excels at everything from recording vocals to voice-overs, guitars to podcasts. Whether you're a musician, streamer, podcaster or a professional working from home, the NT-USB+ delivers high-definition audio in any application. It is also plug-and-play compatible with smartphones and tablets, giving you a high-quality recording solution that you can take with you anywhere.

Just Plug in for Professional Audio

Capturing professional-quality audio with the NT-USB+ is incredibly easy – simply plug it into your computer, smartphone or tablet and you're ready to go. Want to take your recordings to the next level? The NT-USB+ features powerful internal DSP for adding advanced audio processing and effects to your voice, unlocked with the free RØDE Connect podcasting and streaming software, RØDE Central companion app for desktop and mobile, RØDE Reporter or UNIFY (subscription required).

All-In-One Desktop Studio

The NT-USB+ comes with everything you need to start recording right away, including a desktop stand for positioning it perfectly and a high-quality pop filter to keep your recordings clean. It also features a zero-latency headphone output with dedicated volume and mix controls so you can monitor your audio loud and clear, free from echo or delay.

RØDE Central

RØDE Central is an easy-to-use desktop and mobile companion app for the NT-USB+ that allows you to unlock its on-board processing, including the compressor, noise gate, high-pass filters and the legendary APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom. These settings can be saved to the NT-USB+ and will then persist, even after unplugging the microphone. RØDE Central can also be used to update the device firmware.

• Note: OS Requirements – MacOS 10.14 or later; Windows 10 Version 1803 or later; iOS 14 or later; Android 9.0 or later.

RØDE Connect

RØDE Connect is a free podcasting and streaming software solution that is fully compatible for use with the NT-USB+. RØDE Connect makes it easy to record or stream with professional-quality audio from your computer. It allows up to four physical guests to connect to a single computer using a combination of devices – including NT-USB+, NT-USB Mini, Wireless GO II and VideoMic GO II – as well as record with studio-quality processing and more.

• Note: OS Requirements – MacOS 10.13 or later; Windows 10 Version 1803 or later.

RØDE Reporter

RØDE Reporter is a mobile recording app for iOS and Android that features a simple and intuitive interface for capturing broadcast-quality audio. It’s fully compatible with the NT-USB+ and can be used to unlock the microphone’s on-board processing, including the compressor, noise gate, high-pass filters and the legendary APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom. Just like with RØDE Central you can save these settings to the NT-USB+ so they persist even after the microphone has been unplugged.

Specifications

• Acoustic & Electrical Specifications
  • Acoustic Principle -  Pressure gradient
  • Polar Pattern -  Cardioid
  • Frequency Range -  20Hz – 20kHz
  • Dynamic Range @10% THD -  97dB
  • Input SPL @10% THD -  118.0dB (as per IEC 60268)
  • Output Connection
    • 3.5 mm headphone connection
    • USB-C connectivity
  • Analogue Outputs -  3.5mm headphone jack
  • Computer Connectivity -  USB-C
  • Power Requirements -  5V @ 500mA (USB Bus Power)
  • Bit Depth -  24-bit
  • Sample Rate -  48 kHz
• Mechanical Specifications
  • Weight (grams)
    • NT USB+: 540g
    • Total (with all accessories): 730g
  • Dimensions (millimetres)
    • Length: 184
    • Width: 62
    • Depth: 50
  • Compatible Software
    • RØDE Central
    • RØDE Connect
    • RØDE Reporter
    • RØDE X UNIFY

What's in the Box

• NT USB+
• Desk Stand
• Ring Mount
• Detachable Pop Filter
• SC29 - 3m USB-C to USB-C cable