Rode NT1 vs NT1A: These Microphones are More Different Than You Think

[@AudioHaze]

If you happen to decide on a microphone during this video, I earn a small percentage from buying from these two links. Its a nice way of supporting the channel! Cheers everyone. Amazon: NT1 - amzn.to/2NUoBJK NT1a - amzn.to/3sojfoY Sweetwater: NT1 - imp.i114863.net/oeaZVO NT1a - imp.i114863.net/EaYv22

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

What % age commission do you get from Amazon and Sweetwater. I like your videos.

[@BJT14]

I somehow feel like the NT1-A give a better representation of how a voice sounds just in real life.

[@AudioHaze]

Maybe its the breath-y high end?

[@yeahna]

How can you make that assumption without hearing the voice in real life. Statement is a bit flawed.

[@whatareyoudoingthis4]

@@yeahna Some people own the mic LOL

[@yeahna]

@@whatareyoudoingthis4 own both*

[@whatareyoudoingthis4]

@@yeahna forgot to put mics in plural 🙄

[@TheWeekendTreat]

NT1 for life, using it over a year for voice over work, and it's a beast!!!

[@AudioHaze]

Agreeeed my friend. Absolute workhorse of a mic

[@K.A.K.A.S.H.I]

thanks guys, i think i will go with it :)

[@Meiadus]

Every time I have a recording related question I end up coming back to your channel... thank you! Very interesting to read the comments, as it seems most people prefer the vocals on the NT1A where I actually like the NT1 a lot more. To me the A is somehow too harsh and unforgiving

[@NMages20]

I have a low voice and sing mostly in baritone down to bass. I told the guy at GC that I wanted something that isn't going to boost to low end and since I'm singing through a mic, into an interface, into a DAW, I want something that I can edit later, rather than doing it automatically. The NT1 did just that and I'm so happy with it. I have about 4 other mics I've tried and all of them do way more than I want. When it comes to wanting a particular thing from something, I'm happy to pay a bit more and get less nonsense out of it. NT1 is where it's at when you have the ability to edit a lower voice. Does not help with acoustic guitar or electric Amp, but for singing baritone, it has my vote every day of the week.

[@Keanu.J]

They sound pretty similar but as some one who has a fairly deep voice and has to go a bit breathy when I go high, I think the nt1-a is a better choice cause every time I hear vocals (talking or singing) I feel like it’s hard to ignore how much bass the nt1 has over the nt1-a and I think the extra boost does so much and it sounds a lot less muffled and kinda boring. plus I’m gonna go pick one up soon (the nt1-a) for around 150 so I’m very happy with this!!!

[@chillieverity]

love the way you're comparing these mics from a technical point of view and also the sound tests, new sub here!

[@AudioHaze]

Thank you so much!!

[@ajayraww3685]

Thanks alot that was a great review. I'm photographer and I see it like this: Rode NT1= more RAW (format) Rode NT1A= more JPG (format)

[@AudioHaze]

That’s a cool comparison, so I’m guessing that means you like the NT1 better?

[@ajayraww3685]

@@AudioHaze Yes you right on point! I currently own a AT2035 and I wanted to upgrade for a Rode mic. I was jungling with NT1, NT1-a, NT1000 but after your review I'll definitely choose the NT1.

[@AudioHaze]

@@ajayraww3685 glad I could help man!!

[@areelzmusic]

Great analogy! Currently looking to upgrade and I'll be getting the NT1

[@stanislavp1739]

@@ajayraww3685 what do you think about the at2035 and why do you want to upgrade from it?

[@kitni]

spent years making musics, i would say what is more important than the frequency response, is the dynamics, the distortion. I would like a mic that has better dynamics especially at the high frequencies with minimum distortion to cut out in a mix while remains natural, even makes more room for processing than a already compressed- distorted one. That's why the NT1 is better to me.

[@G-RDY]

Used NT1-A for 4 months, then it died. Sent it back, got a new one and this died in one week. Sent it back. Got an NT1. I hope the higher build quality in this means it won't be faulty. Sound wise, I just needed to reduce some EQing I had on the NT1-A when switching to the NT1. In voiceover, I have to say also that NT1 gets a bit less mouth clicks than the NT1-A.

[@AudioHaze]

Dang I'm sorry about that! Sounds like you've had some bad luck with Rode, I haven't run into that but sucks dude

[@G-RDY]

@@AudioHaze I know man. I am seriously disappointed. The customer service is excellent (both rode, answering very fast, and Amazon where I bought both) but I can't keep a mic I don't trust, if that's for work purposes and not just for entertainment.

[@AudioHaze]

@@G-RDY yeah totally understandable!

[@MrMissingReel]

@@G-RDY Damn...I've got mine since 2004....maybe you should avoid buying things like that at Amazon.

[@garychap8384]

Had mine since 2009, and since 2011 it's been left on... phantom powered, and connected to my DBX-286s all day and night, 24/7 almost 365. No issues at all, still works as well as when it was new. Which is odd, because we smoke in that room almost daily _(I reckon the foam saves it)_ Basically, we're a hellish environment for a condenser - but it's stood up to the mistreatment. Perhaps there were some bad batches though, it happens! Also, I know there are some fake Shure SM7B's floating around... could it be that there are some fake Rodes out there as well? I think the best explanation for repeated failures is : A) The phantom power source _(instability or power on/off crowbar spikes)_ B) A bad batch from Rode, due to component supplier changes C) Some of the better-looking, counterfeit, microphones out of China The biggest worry would be the phantom power. I'd get a scope/meter on that right away.

[@Crowbar11115]

I use an NT-1 in a fully treated VO Booth...I LOVE IT. The NT-1A can be a sibilance machine if you aren't being careful. Very unforgiving in the 5-8Khz range. Believe it or not, I actually have a client that requests the NT-1 over my Sennheiser MKH416. They really are THAT good.

[@AudioHaze]

I love mine so much! An absolute workhorse

[@tuneunleashed]

The Rode NT1 is also a sibilant machine so I got rid of it and got the Aston Spirit instead

[@AudioHaze]

@@tuneunleashed I actually just did a review of the Aston vs the NT1 if you want to check it out :)

[@martinkulik9466]

416 one of the best mics. nt1 only has low noise on paper going for it that’s irrelevant for home recorders. but it sounds thinner and duller than mighty 416

[@Crowbar11115]

@@martinkulik9466 HA! Oh...ok.

[@julesc8054]

Great review. Anyone looking for a nt1 and could stretch a little more the nt2 is way smoother as it is dual diaphragm for only a little extra. Edit This said there are many other mics at the nt 2a's price point that could be more open and transparent.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT2a sounds a little more crispy. NTI is better. Better go for Slate VMS ml-1.

[@yackohoopy]

There is a newer microphone out there that sounds AMAZING. It’s the TZ Audio Stellar X2 microphone. I saw a shootout between the X2 and a Neumann U87AI set to the cardioid pattern. I couldn’t tell the difference, so I got one. I have used it on vocals and acoustic guitar, so far. I absolutely LOVE this mic. It’s a game changer for me. I’m sure that using an Apollo Twin Duo MKII and its preamps help, but, even still, it sounds amazing just in clean. Bests part? It only costs $200. That’s 17 times cheaper than the U87. 5X cheaper than the TLM 103, which it’s also compared to.

[@AudioHaze]

Was it the booth junkie video? The stellar sounded really great! I wonder if I could get my hands on one, we have a few U87's at the studio I work in that could make a nice comparison :)

[@yackohoopy]

@@AudioHaze, it was the booth junkie video. Seems to be a pretty popular video. It was the catalyst for me buying the Stellar X2. I almost went for the X2 vintage, but the high end was a little harsh, whereas the X2 was much smoother. It also reacts to EQ beautifully.

[@AudioHaze]

@@yackohoopy you have intrigued me, I may have found my next mic!

[@yackohoopy]

@@AudioHaze, two words, man. “WORTH IT!”

[@BenjieMoreno]

solid once again, thanks alot. =) got the blind test right. just bought nt1. thanks alot. subbed!

[@AudioHaze]

Good investment dude! I promise you’ll like it :)

[@senluwang4616]

I was going to buy NT1A, but after watching your test, definitely NT1. Love the sound quality. Thanks heaps!

[@AudioHaze]

Glad to help!

[@Caleb_Kelly]

I The anti-one a couple months ago I’m very happy with it one thing though is you have to have a very soundproof room meaning put blankets and acoustic foam pads up because it picks up a lot of noise other than that it has such a great sound

[@prod.phober7659]

@@AudioHaze yoo bro, does cheap interface affected the mic frequency?

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

@@prod.phober7659 yes. Better go for ID 4 Mkii/ EVO 4/ scarlet 2i2. ID is industry recommended.

[@denizdemircan9928]

When it comes to the guitar the 1-a has a much brighter and more pleasant presentation.

[@AudioHaze]

I think I tend to disagree but I mean its all subjective, I think they both sound great :)

[@D.Bunker]

*All Rode mics are "hot" mics, meaning they require very little pre-amp volume. The down-side of that is that they can pick up a mouse farting in the next room !!! If you are worried about external noise, it is best to go with a shotgun mic.*

[@AudioHaze]

Hahaha they are rather hot! You can also always use a dynamic microphone to reject noise around you as well

[@malcolmwindust3888]

You have mice in the next room? 😮😆

[@LEWiSG]

What’s a good mic that won’t pick up saliva sounds

[@francisv1021]

Great comparison! One of the best that I have seen in youtube, you deserve more subs, indeed! Currently I have a MXL 990 and I thinking about making an upgrade to one of those, or even the Aston Spirit, and reviews like yours help a lot!

[@AudioHaze]

Thanks so much Francis! If you want, I actually have a review of the Aston Spirit on the channel if you'd like to see it compared to the NT1 :)

[@CommonCommenter]

I’m just glad I found female vocals on these mics. 😭👏🏻🌟 She sounded so beautiful, too!

[@AudioHaze]

Yes!! Super important to represent all vocal registers :)

[@wolfganglonien2093]

For the female voice without treatment, the NT-1A without any question. For the guitar, I was a bit astonished that in the blind test I picked the NT-1 as the "better" one; I expected the NT-1A to "win" here as well because normally guitars can also need that little presence push - but maybe it was the lack of that small bump around 150Hz which made the difference here. I'm using my NT-1A mostly for my upright bass now, and I also have to lower it around 200Hz a bit to not having the instrument sound too boomy. For my voice, those sibilants are a bit too much, so there the NT-1 would probably fit better - but I can eq it flat or use a de-esser, so... Here in Germany the NT-1A is hard to beat price-wise, and it's no wonder that it's the best selling condenser mike ever.

[@wckoek]

I have an NT1a and a cheaper and brighter M3, I like the M3 for strumming and NT1a for fingerpicking because of better bass response. I too find the NT1 sounded better here for guitar than the NT1a but the prerequisite is fingerpicking, I imagine the NT1a would sounded better for strumming in comparison.

[@williamstreet1148]

I bought a NT1 and thought it sounded amazing, couldn't imagine wanting anything brighter than it, but my room sucks - I actually have to gate my vocals right now and there was a lot of rumble when I did that - and I'm most likely moving again soon so I sold it (this was a couple months ago). I would totally consider buying one again when I have a better room. Also, I could pretty much hear everything in the apartment with the NT1. It is SUPER sensitive.

[@AudioHaze]

They are sensitive, and surprisingly high output too! Room sensitivity is always a killer in home studio set ups

[@tdoto]

not bad if you use low gain, a little proximity, and a mic shield, assuming your apartment noise isnt from neighbours you can block out the general direction of the noise decently

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

You mean that acuastic cabin is must.

[@wtulin1970]

I bought the NT1-A for voice work. I didnt' love it or even like it for my voice, but thought it would be fantastic on instruments. I don't do instruments, so I bought the NT1. after about three years, I'm poking around for a mic that kinda splits the difference.

[@AudioHaze]

Interesting, if you already have an NT1 and an NT1a though, perhaps going for a completely different microphone might add some new sounds to your microphone cabinet? I've heard great things about Lewitt microphones like the LCT 240, 440, or 640 :)

[@wtulin1970]

@@AudioHaze Indeed. From the reviews I've seen, the Lewitts may be a bit to crispy up top for my taste, but always hard to tell on youtube. Just for fun I grabbed a Neat Worker Bee for 89 bucks and it sounds way better than it should(?) Probably use it for some things. I wouldn't mind test driving an Aston but not sure what I think about Aston being purchased by Behringer's parent company. Anyway, thanks for the reply and your thoughts on this. If my business justifies a more spendy option, I keep wondering if I should consider sucking it up and getting a Neumann, or if I'd just be feeding my ego and Nuemann's bottom line for no discernable benefit. I am pretty frugal at heart...

[@AudioHaze]

@@wtulin1970 Not sure how far along you are in your microphone journey, but a Nuemann is certainly an end game microphone, wish I could get my hands on one of those Worker bees they looks super cool though! And Aston's are great, there's another video on my channel comparing the Aston to the NT1 if you want to check it out :)

[@wtulin1970]

@@AudioHaze I shall! Thanks!

[@wtulin1970]

@@AudioHaze Ok, just took a look at that vid. I can tell it not as flat as the NT1, but flat is kind of why I like the Rode, although, to contradict myself, sometimes I would like something with a bit more shimmer, just a bit. Would never need the additional polar patterns of the Aston. I feel I could get exactly what I want through EQ, considering the NT1 is putting out quality information but I'm crap at EQ. Too many infinite choices. Do you ever create EQ curves for people? Do you have a paypal? Any interest?

[@megan2171]

Well I am a complete novice in every sense of the word when it comes to microphones.... I am just searching for one for my daughter and found this video... from your description I thought that maybe I would like the NT1-A the most... I am going to be extremely honest with you, your voice sounds massively better with the NT1 microphone (your black microphone) there is absolutely no doubt about that... Thanks for sharing your awesome review!!!

[@gavinsuckla5300]

NT1 is better in my opinion

[@lorenkaloti7597]

I really like your videos, you are so calm and clear!

[@jonathansellers793]

I noticed the NT1 was less sibilant

[@Runaverse]

it seems like nt1A is picking up more details and also more bg noise to me. nt1 seems cleaner?

[@peterca958]

Just the right time when I'm shopping for a microphone and specifically looking at these two. Thank you

[@AudioHaze]

Anytime man! Let me know if I can help any more :)

[@assshakerstudios549]

U can tell you for a fact that the Nt1 should be they mic you but between these 2! The Nt1a is crap and on par with Beringher mics! However if your rooms not treated, get a Shure SM7b and Cloudlifter instead! It's much easier to make sound professional in the end! There are many, many reasons but the primary one is that no matter what you do, if you rooms not treated well the condenser WILL pick that up! I've tried it all over my 27yrs... And nothing works besides 100% singing in the right room! Back in the day, they used to have different rooms you don't in. Think about that! Just rooms to sing in! That's all they where there for! Why? That should tell you how'd important it is to have a great room, and if you can't.. Take the room out if the picture by using a dynamic mic! Even a Shure sm58 can sound better than a Neumann U47, because it produces less of the terrible untreated room sound in the recording. Some vocation have used that in real popular recordings that you hear now and after luck.. "No fucking way!"

[@AudioHaze]

@@assshakerstudios549 In some ways I agree with you! If it comes down to it, working in an untreated room I would always reach for a dynamic, you can see I start the video with an SM57 for that exact reason. Although there are other reasons why a large diaphragm condenser may be advantageous, like working with stereo mic'ing, ambient mic'ing, or acoustic instruments. In these situations its difficult for a mic with a narrow image such as a a 58 or 7B to pick up all the frequencies on such a rich instrument. Condensers are also much more sensitive to sound pressure levels and could result in a more dynamic, rich recording. Also, when it comes down to it, a condenser mic is always a welcome and extremely important addition to any studio, and these are both great mics to go with! But yes, the room is king, especially for vocals :)

[@frankn356]

same here

[@frankn356]

3:16 loving the Tom Waits poster

[@AudioHaze]

eyyyy thanks man, he's an idol of mine

[@trollextreme9438]

very good review audiohaze...on other channels i cant tell the difference...on vocals alone the 1a picks up more details...thanks

[@AudioHaze]

Glad I could help!!

[@spiritandlife]

Listen thanks for doing this video. Her is my story. I had a session singer come over to my studio who brought her own mic. It was the NT1A. I tried my own voice on it and LOVED it. I immediately ordered one. they were not in stock. I bought the NT1 (Black model). Man alive, I hated it. I thought I had been conned. I have been saying for years that these mics are very different, I have to do quite a bit of tweaking to make it feel like the NT1A. I am trying a mic preamp with it now. In hindsight. Get the mic that sounds good without tweaking. Whatever the price. you will be happier... Hard lesson learned. For my voice, it was the NT1A, not the NT1.

[@professor-worthington]

I bought an NTG3 for voiceover/soundfx work but my voice is too rough and has to much bass for the NTG3 making mic placement tough. I ended up also getting a NT1A just for voiceover work. Mics can sound good for one voice type and bad for another its a thing.

[@birdscds47]

The NT1 is 10mv/p more sensitive than the NT1A, this is important for wildlife recording.

[@AudioHaze]

Thanks for the info!

[@kvir10]

I must say nt 1 & a both are superb and the singers voice is reallly appreciable- goodluck to her

[@AudioHaze]

I'll make sure to let her know! Melanie's doing another comparison later this week :)

[@JohnSmith-pb4ri]

I recently bought an NT1a. Love it.

[@robharris6874]

Good review, both good. It really comes down to what you want out of them, was going to buy the NT1 I personally think NT1A sounds better!!

[@AudioHaze]

Yes some NT1A love!!

[@robharris6874]

So what do you recommend? I'm hearing NT1 is the way to go?

[@AudioHaze]

@@robharris6874 I personally like the NT1 because its flatter in audio quality and its what I'm used to recording with, but its really a matter of preference :)

[@SRowe_]

Dude, great video on comparison of the two!

[@AudioHaze]

Thanks so much!

[@squareup4693]

Ahh I can't decide which one. I'm a small twitch streamer, my bedroom is small, with no sound proof and kinda thinking the nt1 but nt1a also sounded a little similar I just can't really tell as I'm new to audio

[@AudioHaze]

Eyyy that’s alright we all have to start somewhere! If you’re deciding between these two, the NT1 will probably be quieter. But there are cheaper microphones that’ll do you better with an untreated room. Check out the Rode podmic, procaster, or the shure SM57 (buy its pop shield too if you go with the 57 though). In general, it’s safer buying a dynamic mic if you’re working in an untreated environment :)

[@strangersandfriends]

You rule buddy!:) Keep goin! I‘m getting the NT1!

[@AudioHaze]

Hey man thank you so much! Can't wait to hear what cool stuff you make with it :)

[@strangersandfriends]

@@AudioHaze My next song will be recorded it with it😍 Thx buddy

[@LJ-ie8wj]

Trust me when i say this i have brought 8 microphones RodeNT1A RodeNT1 i sold them all but now at the time I didn’t no anything about music production learn before you purchase a microphone Sounds stupid but its true I regret selling the RodeNT1) I brought the 1A hated it its to bright on rap vocals NT1 all the way on rap vocals im buying it again I regret selling it completely 😩

[@ontogeny6474]

Great vid -thanks so much. Seems to me that the notes on acoustic guitar were slightly better defined on the NT1-A. NT1 has nice mids though.

[@AudioHaze]

Nice! Glad I could help :)

[@maciekkk123]

Hi, what's the name of the track with Miel, is it your production? where I can listen to the full version?

[@danielpaulson8838]

Just ordered a EV RE20 Black. I like the NT1. Still can't stop checking out mic reviews. Thanks. Subscribed.

[@AudioHaze]

A wonderful mic as well!! So versatile

[@djtekofficiel]

Hi, which of these 2 microphones picks up the least surrounding noise (and room reverb) in the case of untreated or moderately treated acoustics?

[@ChiragR-007]

Thanks man, amazing video 😃

[@LucyAmberon]

Rode nt1 damned good mic. Rode nt1a siblent and brash in comparison

[@arifzubair3547]

Can you please let me know that the audio qualities of both mics were with audio interface or without that? Kindly respond ASAP

[@chombos_]

Just bought the nt1a, wish me luck😁

[@AudioHaze]

Good luck!!

[@goldenvoice4371]

a question for you please, I have (blue yeti pro) microphone and (M-Audio M-Track 2X2), I hear only one channel in my headphone when I connect it to start recording, and of course, they record one channel as well, which not allow me to hear my voice correctly in records process, have you any idea about this issue, do you hear both channels in your headset with NT1or NT1-a, and which interface you are using

[@AudioHaze]

Hi! This could be a number of things, first check to make sure your headphones are functioning (one of my headphones only plays out of one hear, it happens). Try playing out of different speakers. Then, go into your DAW and make sure your stereo image isn't panned to one side on your recording track, what program are you using to record? I have a scarlett 18i20 (its a bigger version of the 2i2). Let me know if any of that fixes it!

[@goldenvoice4371]

@@AudioHaze Okay, thank you so much

[@AndreiMelnicMYLAND]

Nt1🔝

[@CultureTripGuide-HilmarHWerner]

as a new-bee with somewhat better mics, so without prejudice, I'd say the nt1 sounds more flat, somewhat 'distant', the nt1a more articulate, more 'present', more 'close to life', especially with a voice, but I preferred it also blindly with the guitar... thanx anyway! ;-)

[@AudioHaze]

Glad I could help! I do love me some NT1 on the acoustic guitar :)

[@familietomski145]

thanx for the comparison ... but ... love the singer and the song ;) .... where do i get it????

[@MarkOakleyComics]

I notice a trend where flat mics are the ones most podcasters are drawn to, and which tend to cost more. The Rode Procaster (flat) vs the Rode Podmic (crunchy) is an example. I think mic manufacturers thought that creating 'bright' sounds out of the box would appeal to amateurs and people with no ear or training. Bad call, imho. It doesn't take much in the way of research when buying your first mic to learn what the pros use and why.

[@jayfitvlogs3729]

I use NT1 A and I love it 🥰

[@AudioHaze]

Hell yeah :)

[@jayfitvlogs3729]

@@AudioHaze thank you, Bdw I was wondering which would be the best portable microphone that can be used with the iPhones or androids to record vocals or for podcast? I mean it would be great if you could make a small video about your suggestions on portable/small mic.

[@AudioHaze]

@@jayfitvlogs3729 I don't think I'm your guy for portable recording to be honest! I've used the sampson go mic (which is decent but not great), and I currently have a Tascam DR-05X I use for sampling, found sounds, and any demo recording I do out on hikes or whatever. I really love it and its cheap! But I've never personally used a phone attachment.

[@AudioHaze]

@@jayfitvlogs3729 Honestly I'm wondering if a USB c microphone with an omni mode might do the trick

[@TruTimeRecords]

is this mic nt1 1st gen or any other gen?

[@prod.phober7659]

I already bought a rode nt1 but i still got the same problem where theres a whistle frequency that i cant remove in eq...does it because i record in a small vocal booth? Or my interface um2 affected the signal?

[@AudioHaze]

Whistle frequency? Is this a constant tone or does this only occur when you speak?

[@prod.phober7659]

@@AudioHaze yeah its from my voice but it only happen when i recording, if i listen in real life my vocal doesnt have that whistle sound but only happen in recording

[@jmarietv]

I am so overwhelmed...can you just tell me what is the best at home voice over mic ....? I am a broadcaster who now has to do VO from home in a closet...HELP! I have the NT1 do you think it is a good at home VO mic ?

[@AudioHaze]

The NT1 will do fine as long as you have sound treatment (like your closet)! If you'd like to get a microphone that doesn't need sound treatment, the rode procaster, rode PodMic, or the Electrovoice RE320 would all be great and cost the same or cheaper than the NT1 :)

[@jmarietv]

@@AudioHaze thank you so much for your fast reply...that is wonderful news...I have a shitty computer and no speakers right now so it was hard to hear if the VO was good or not! Your videos are informative and very funny...thanks so much yo have a new Sub!

[@AudioHaze]

@@jmarietv Thank you so much! I'm glad I could help out a little :)

[@jmarietv]

@@AudioHaze big help...there are so many good mics out there...seems everyone on Podcasts use the Shure SM7 but I don't think that is a good home VO mic? sorry I keep picking your brain...anyway...you are a rockstar!!!

[@AudioHaze]

@@jmarietv Sorry for the late reply! SM7 is wonderful for voiceover, any dynamic will do well in an untreated room. NT1 has detail but can pick up lots of your room. The SM7 will pick up less. I have a video on the channel comparing the two if you'd like to see them directly compared :)

[@nevn3162]

Could you recommend me on which one to buy? I have music on my youtube if you wanna have a listen to give me advice

[@AudioHaze]

Yeah shoot me a link :) in general, Rode NT1 for mid range, NT1a for boosting high end :) whichever you want out of your voice

[@nevn3162]

@@AudioHaze I ended up ordering the nt1 I do a mixture of All frequencies tbh

[@AudioHaze]

@@nevn3162 A solid choice, would have been my go to

[@nevn3162]

@@AudioHaze getting it for Christmas. I’m very excited. Because for the last year I’ve been using a usb mic for vocals so yea it’s gonna make a big difference. Also instead of sending a link just click my profile all my music is on there. Tell me if I’ve made the right choice

[@Chris-vr8cd]

Could you make the NT1 sound similar to the NT1A with just some simple EQing? Or vice versa? I'm torn because I've heard the NT1A on electric guitar amps and acoustic and it sounds great, but I don't like how it sounds on vocals compared to NT1. Which one you recommend I get I plan on using it for all three scenarios and even drum overheads. Thanks.

[@urbnctrl]

Yes

[@professor-worthington]

They sounded exactly the same except the NT1-A pickup a little more of the girls mouth noises. But in the end it comes down what's going thru the mic, your pre-amp and headphones.

[@tonileesings-123]

Hey I really enjoyed your informative video here, I am almost about to order my new studio mic, and in your opinion, as a Pro female vocal, with 4 octaves, I sing a lot of Karen Carpenter where I need warmth and resonance to comes thru, and I also go up quite high in other styles, my voice can sound quite 'middy' harsh in certain parts, which one do you think I should order, Im feeling the NT1 prob is the best one, would you agree? Any help be very much appreciated. My current recordings on my channel, are just using a USB apogee mic, but I need a XLR one now, as I am changing my set up. thanks , Toni Lee

[@AudioHaze]

Hi Toni! Really like your voice, judging from your videos you have a lot of presence in the high middle range. Both mics would probably do great for you, but if you could I would go for the NT1, It'll be easier to edit with, more versatile, and give you that warmth and smoothness you're after :)

[@tonileesings-123]

@@AudioHaze super and thank you so much for your fast reply, really appreciated. Yes that is the model I was going to go for, just going to order now, and thanks again so much. All the best to you. Toni

[@tonileesings-123]

@@AudioHaze and sorry forgot to say Thank you too for your compliments too. Take care

[@hiltonlavish7778]

It's me again lol, I heard some people on internet says nt1a is harsh is this really or it's just crisp? And what's better out of these for rap vocals I mean those modern rap vocals?

[@AudioHaze]

I think its just crisp personally, I don't find it to be overly harsh, it does emphasize the high end a lot though imo

[@hiltonlavish7778]

@@AudioHaze I would go for it then thank you 🙏

[@johnnieandmillie]

Отличный выпуск, спасибо! Пытался угадать какой микрофон используется, закрыв глаза. Для голоса в миксе практически не угадывал, а вот с гитарой соло угадал на 100%.

[@michaelreed649]

How do you feel the NC1 behaves in an untreated room for speach? Possible microphone for teaching remote?

[@AudioHaze]

If I'm honest, its rather poor at rejecting room noise, check out the 440 pure by lewitt if you get the chance! One of the best room rejection I've heard from a condenser!

[@michaelreed649]

@@AudioHaze i will check it out. Thank you for the heads-up

[@mohamedabbas4546]

Thank you for the awesome videos, but I have a question here if I am buying one, which one would be more suitable for a classical singer? As a lyrical soprano or mezzo-soprano, I am about to buy a couple of microphones as gifts for my wife. She will use them for live performances of her students "she's an opera vocal instructor and choirmaster." any recommendations?

[@AudioHaze]

I personally would go with the NT1 if you could! All around better build quality and I really like the way it smooth's out the midrange, has a nice compression-like quality to it

[@louskyv3012]

I use the NT1. I like it.

[@josh99620]

What do you think of the bluebird compared to the NT1?

[@AudioHaze]

I don't know too much about the bluebird! I can't speak too much to them, but I don't often see them used in studio environments, they seem to be more a consumer microphones, not to say the NT1 isn't a consumer microphone, but I find they're more common to find in studio environments. Hopefully thats a little helpful haha

[@ankeviousoliver4472]

I have a nt1a. Trust me you have to dees alot to the point of frustration. Same with the tlm103

[@AudioHaze]

Yeah I've noticed that since making this vid, it does have a bite-y sibilance

[@eliotball655]

Wow looking good my brother!!!

[@nguyenphanthao6032]

Which one should I buy for vocals?

[@AudioHaze]

It really depends on your voice and what you want from the mic. NT1 boosts midrange and NT1a boosts more high end

[@pablocamarasa9633]

thanks a lot for this video! Very useful

[@AudioHaze]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@stanleyassor3172]

the room is really in the vocals

[@AudioHaze]

Yeah true, especially in these early videos

[@kumareshhalder4214]

Both I bought but I use mainly NT1 and sold the NT1a and bought Rode K2

[@AudioHaze]

Nice :)

[@musicislife704]

What microphone stand and pop filter you using

[@JuanXM]

Great video!!! Thanks for the info!!!

[@radiancerecordph]

great demo video, thanks

[@AudioHaze]

Thank you!

[@MariManfron]

Hi! Very good content! Thank you for doing it. I am in doubt of which to buy. I do music but mainly voice overs and dubbing. Does the NT1 respond better on all frequencies? Greetings from Argentina

[@AudioHaze]

Personally I enjoy the NT1 more because I find it has a beefier low mid range, which is great for voiceover and singing as well :)

[@MariManfron]

@@AudioHaze Great! Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. Have a beautiful night. Blessings

[@jacobsarinas6537]

Do the rode NT1 can be use as drum overheads?

[@AudioHaze]

Absolutely! I've done it before it sounds great

[@jacobsarinas6537]

If that's the case, Rode NT1 wins it! ❤

[@thegrimreaper270]

Hey can u respond ASAP Which would be better for hip hop/rap ? I’ll name a few people so you’ll get a idea of what I’m talking about…polo g…roddy Ricch, lil Wayne, Eminem, rode wave…basically singing n rapping I can only afford 1

[@AudioHaze]

I personally think the NT1 is better for rap and spoken word :) just control the sibilance with any stock de-esser

[@PerfectMessProductions]

@@AudioHaze thanks I'm here for the same thing switching from an at2035 which I do love btw just wanna try something different

[@lguitare]

Bonjour merci pour tes conseil , je suis français, au final lequel me conseille tu d'acheter pour faire des enregistrement guitare folk et chant merci l'ami.

[@AudioHaze]

Si vous pouvez vous permettre le NT1, achetez-le. Si vous ne pouvez pas vous le permettre, achetez le NT1a :)

[@beatluxx]

je vous conseille le Rode NT1

[@ayyouheardme]

if you have a deep voice, which mic should i take?

[@serdestassio]

Thanks for The great comparition! Actually I have The AT2035 ando looking for Upgrade or compliment... I think that The NT1 it's a great option Now... suscribed!

[@AudioHaze]

Glad I could help man!

[@stanislavp1739]

What's your experience with the at2035? Why do you want to upgrade from it? I thought it is also a great mic with similar performance to nt1a and was considering buying it.

[@serdestassio]

@@stanislavp1739 In my experience The AT2035 really is a great and versatile mic I used it with voices, percussion and guitars and was a great performance, I'm thinking in upgrade it cause I wanna have the best set with the pass of time. The Rode NT1A it's similar at the 2035 in performance but has a better response with the voice... And the NT1 only, is more robust in his components, I said this in my research about the microphones whit great relationship quality/price

[@jacobmarcelino3584]

before i see which mic’s which on the blind test. i’m pretty sure the second one is the nt1 because the low end😂

[@jacobmarcelino3584]

update: i guessed right 😂

[@AudioHaze]

@@jacobmarcelino3584 Gotta love that smooth low end :)

[@lguitare]

Hello thank you for your advice, I am French, in the end which I recommend you buy to make folk guitar and singing recordings thank you friend.

[@AudioHaze]

If you can afford the NT1, buy it. If you can not afford it, buy the NT1a :)

[@lilwombat]

I feel like the 1 would be better for talking and the 1a for music

[@strangersandfriends]

Subscribed!

[@ojasmusic4013]

Extremely helpful video thanks!

[@AudioHaze]

You're welcome! Thanks for the nice comment :)

[@alessiaricca3519]

what a great clear,fantastic review on the comparison of these 2 rode mics audiohaze! im sitting here for 2 days now exhausted from checking reviews and the war between these 2 mics and the cons & pros etc and ive probably completely drained my girlfriend from it all to, especially as she has nothing to do or knows anything about music lol ive been swaying more towards the black rode nt1 as first its black and its interface in the package deal is black my colour preference 2nd its a better build quality weighing fairly more and i love the square pop shield vs the circular one on the rode nt1 a and i feel a flat frequency response is more workable in the mixing/processing stage butttttttttt im still unsure as ive already ordered the Scarlett solo 3rd gen interface and as much as the rode nt1a is not black and its pop shield is circular and its is also lighter in weight which i all love but is a brighter crispy frequency response better then flat beore mixing/processing!!!! its like choosing between a ferrari or lambo or maybe not maybe a bmw or a equally nice Mercedes hahahaha ahh its difficult plus the rode nt1a simply has been around for decades along with its widely used audience in general!! but this was the video ive been looking for all day after watching loads the last few hours so thankyou i will make my decision mostly based on your channel/video review!!! hope this helps others aswell, god bless good day to all!!

[@AudioHaze]

Glad I could help!! Thank you so much for the kind words :)

[@uptownphotography]

Nice comparison. I am on the fence which to buy as they both have benefits I like. For the first time I am now considering buying one of each model. Your review was very helpful...Thanks and all the best. Phil NYC Area

[@AudioHaze]

Glad I could help! I wish you well on your mic buying journey :)

[@uptownphotography]

@@AudioHaze Thanks....Be well.

[@jamesquinn8958]

I feel like the NT1 is the better overall mic. I heard it with hip hop vocals and it sounded almost as good as the legendary Neuman u87. But I think the NT1A sounded better for the female vocals.

[@VIPREVIEWZ]

I currently have a rode nt1a for my home studio. I have the money in my budget to upgrade to a mic for $400 or less would you recommend the NT1 or any other microphone that will give a noticeable improvement in vocals?

[@AudioHaze]

I've been really loving Lewitt microphones lately! Super different mics though. NT1 is more mid range focused (like deeper voices), the Lewitt microphones have a nice air to them in the high end. Thats a generalization, but thats been my findings :)

[@VIPREVIEWZ]

@@AudioHaze thank u I appreciate it

[@trollextreme9438]

the a...in my opinion is better on voice over while the nt1 killed it on the guitars

[@AudioHaze]

Absolutely my man the NT1 has always killed it on acoustic for me, I love it

[@joshuadelaughter]

NT1-A is a little brighter and NT1 is a little warmer. Both are great mics for the price and definitely a great option to start with.

[@zachariahisaiah1793]

I have bith and both are good for thenprice. Every sound source will differ.

[@davidkellymitchell4747]

The newer models have surfaced mounted components which makes them next to impossible to work on. One second too long with a soldering gun destroys the printed circuit. They do that now because they are cheaper to make. Computerized machines do the soldering not people hence the cheaper cost. Disposable microphones. Many sound great but don't expect them to be around still working when you grow old like a 1950's Neumann.

[@AudioHaze]

Interesting! Never knew this, thanks for the awesome info

[@davidkellymitchell4747]

@@AudioHaze Welcome! Thanks for the great videos. You are teaching me good information as well.

[@PurchaseReviews]

Excellent mics

[@lguitare]

thank you so much!

[@najinelson6742]

Just attenuate the highend of NT1a and it will sound like NT1 or vice versa, not a big deal. NT1a is great on acoustic guitar

[@johnnieandmillie]

I guessed wrong in the guitar blind test 😂

[@JakeXDMusic]

Wouldn’t flat response be best for vocals

[@foreverxoul8541]

Im trying to understand why I have the same mic and it sounds like trash compared to this

[@TheOfficialEgipte]

The NT1 sounds smoother and the NT1-A sounds brighter. I love the NT1 sound better.

[@larryroyovitz7829]

NT1, 100%