SHOULD YOU BUY THE RODE NT1 5TH GEN??

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[@TimStanford1]

Love the no spin or BS review and hats off or Rode. As an aussie couldn't be more prouder and their products are future proofing the industry... like you said mobile.

[@UnusualAudio]

The reason the frequency response graphs look identical is that they have changed the old NT1's datasheet. It used to look very different. It's possible that the new one is simply more accurate with less smoothing (maybe..., the old frequency response chart never went beyond +2 dB, the new one goes up to nearly +5!), and that they're still the same mics, but the people saying that are not imagining things at least.

[@HeribertMuermann]

Yes, you can still see it, if you look at the datesheet for the NT-1 kit.

[@theway-backmusicmachinepod9953]

Good review. I couldn't agree more with what you said about Rode leading the pack. If I didn't already have an NT1 this thing would be a no-brainer.

[@davidsillars3181]

Well I have got very attached to my 4th gen NT1, and I'm a long time Rode fan, I did like the Austrian Audio and lewitt sound. The usb and the 32bit float all great addition. As you said they've moved the usb thing forward. Considerably.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Their research and development budget must be MASSIVE

[@iSpike]

Awesome video man, I dig RØDE and all of their products. 👍🏻 New Subscriber here. Cheers from Western Australia 🇦🇺🤝🏻

[@NKWTI]

Sounds amazingly clean and smooth, but I wouldn't say it makes me envy it more than the 4th generation that I already have. I feel it is definitely close enough to being the same great sound.

[@chrisdunnettmusic]

I still have and use an original Rode NT 2...one of the first ones and it's still my go to...love it!

[@usatrene]

Great comparison! XLR sounds more body and has a low end which fits your voice, while USB sounds more mid-range, losing some lows-end which is attractive to your voice. I personally like Austrian Audio the best, which sounds more smooth, full and has more bottom. IMHO.

[@Starrky923]

nt1 sounds so amazing, I love how it sounds so insanely clear and not bassy like sm7b, I'm mostly just worried about noise suppression when streaming games, I just hope gate will be enough as running noise suppression wrecks the audio quality

[@Gongtopia]

Considering that when you are mobile, you can just plug it into your laptop with no interface, yet use the XLR connector in your studio, Rode has a game changer on their hands here.

[@consciensnesttv3775]

It sounds way better without the interface & just using the USB connection. (It seems)

[@iljin9089]

Is the size of the interface so large that we can consider it a problem while traveling?

[@DKTD23]

The Earthworks Icon may be the only other USB mic that could be worthy for recommendation, I'll probably grab this 5th gen at some point!

[@jdstewart9689]

EXCELLENT!! I just bought a 5th gen..best I've ever used..

[@-adelalqatmeh3141]

Thanks for the great review.....but I have a question or advice Is there a big difference between rode nt1 5th and shure pga27 in sound quality ?

[@BOXINGEGO]

Can I connect this to my iPad Pro via USB-C? I tried to through Rode Central App and it’s telling me “please connect a Rode Device” 🤔

[@koolpep]

I have bought plenty of mics with the start of my podcast and finally got this one. Boy could I have saved money would I have just started with this…. It’s doing it all. Solo recording just with my Mac, perfect. Using the Rodecaster pro with guests and for remote sessions, perfect. Embarrassing story: I spoke in the back of the mic for half a day and was pretty disappointed with the sound quality. Once I turned it proper - I laughed for minutes about myself. 😂

[@satwik938]

It happens 😂

[@djmidnightwolf]

I think a missed opportunity was to compare the 32-bit float with the Zoom UAC-232 32-bit float. Still this sounds really good.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I considered it...but the bit rate has ZERO impact on sound...so while cool...it would have been a waste of time

[@dickginkowski6071]

The 4th generation NT-1 is in my locker and with good reason. I won't buy the new one. Not because it's bad but because I don't need the USB capability. That said, if I did this would be the clear choice, as you implied. It really is a game changer,

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

4 gen is better.

[@mostafabakhtiari9545]

Hi dude … which is better for singing vocal and live music sound?? Which you prefer???🙏🏻❤️

[@dukejukem8843]

5th gen has a darker profile to my ear. I like it. Austrian sounds deeper than both.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

True finding.

[@EPHONIC]

Nice review. Do you know if Adobe Audition is compatible with this new mic from Rode? In other words, can I use the 32-bit float feature with Audition? Thanks for the vid!

[@DarkCornerStudios]

You can record in 32 bit...but audition does not register any value beyond 0db

[@IntrovertMaxxing]

Good video sir

[@zandtussenjetenen]

Love the lewitt 440.. I heard it also in one of your other vids.. Thanks..

[@delcastilloian]

Vocal Wise specially high singing clipping, is it better than the Rode NT USB+ ?

[@usoygur]

Nt1 4th is definitely more natural, for 5th generation rode company says it has the same character but 5th gen it is brighter imo. 4th Gen for me Thank you.

[@InKace]

The 5th gen seems to handle you getting louder much better!

[@GadesChannel]

This is a great mic, BUT some Windows users report that ASIO drivers for this system doesn't work properly (and I confirm that). So for me only XLR part works fine (which is not so bad, because I use mainly XLR). Ah, I've tested this mic on 4 phones with Android - it works only on one of them and not in Rode app, but in Neutron Audio Recorder.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

What issues?

[@ToddDolce]

Yeah as I mentioned above...the mic was a complete FAIL for me on the USB side! I returned it for a full refund. 20 days of tinkering with it that I will never get back. Windows user here as well. I was soooo disappointed.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

32 bits need a new DAW. Bandrew says so.

[@GadesChannel]

@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th I use many DAWs, most of pointed by Rode as compatible with NT1 5th. I've created ticket for Rode support, sent some logs and system information about my computers and they agreed that something is wrong (I had very similar problems with beta ASIO drivers for RodeCaster v1). Unfortunately, for three months there is no information about a possible fix...

[@GadesChannel]

​@@DarkCornerStudios Issue is simple: ASIO drivers don't work properly. They are unavailable in Studio One 6 or Cubase 12 Pro, in Reaper you cannot select inputs and outputs. I've tried three different computers (two laptops and PC) and had problems in every single situation, so this is not a problem with a specific configuration. I've created ticket for Rode support, sent logs and system information and... wait for three months for some solution, without hope to be honest...

[@JuanPreciado87]

What micro would you recommend for untreated space environment? Just for my house, I want to record audiobooks.

[@recordman555]

I LOVE Rode mics - I use several in my studio. If they could just upgrade that industrial sink filter looking screen - that'd be great! [hint - - - psst, Rode, that wire mesh screen looks horrible.]

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...yeah...they get dirty fast

[@djtoman6875]

Yeah, it's fugly. I'd be tempted if it came in black.

[@firasfx]

Hi. Do you think we can somehow connect it to the rode wireless pro to record 32 bit using a 32 bit mic? 😄

[@smokeystarr]

4th Gen sounded clearer. 5th Gen sounded slightly muffled in comparison.

[@sheep7255]

I got no need for one, I've already got a good enough mic, but I still want one

[@1loveMusic2003]

OC16 sounds amazing

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Yeah...check out my review on it...easily one of my favourite mics

[@1loveMusic2003]

@@DarkCornerStudios I will Cheers

[@DossaEZ]

which rode popfilter would you prefer, SMR or SM6?

[@nata.sasmita]

Hi bro. I have NT-1A but it sounds harsh and lot of sibilance. How about this NT1 5th Gen?

[@TalesByMax]

It would really like to see what sort of audio treatment you have going on for these demos. I bought this mic, plugged it in and it definitely did not sound like yours fresh out of the package so it's hard for me as a beginner to figure out why yours sounds so much better than mine. It picks up so much ambient noise no matter how silent my recording room is, yours sounds like you're talking directly into my brain and there is no other sound in the world. Even playing around in RODE Central isn't giving me the quality you have.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Room treatment. It's necessary to get a clean sound

[@coleedwards1634]

@coleedwards1634 Did you fix your room treatment issue or did you return the microphone and go with something else?

[@michael.speaks]

Question: I just got the NT1 5th and was "shocked" by how sensitive it is to touching it or anything connected to it (cable, shock mount, the table). It clips horribly when I touch it. Do you have that same effect with yours?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Gonna check that out on my next Q&A!

[@consciensnesttv3775]

😱😱😱🤔🤔🤔🤔☝️😩

[@celpabedn]

Is it overkill or just enough for podcasting?

[@lilkinka485]

so which one should i get for recording songs

[@AceofKadeisAoK]

I don't like how the grill on this mic's black colourway is still silver tbh.

[@BOKHTARIMUSIC]

Rode nt1 5gen vs Lewitt 440 vs Lewitt 441 ??

[@arjandegraaff]

I would like to use it as a overhead mic so it is off sceen from the web camera with Teams and Zoom meetings. Is this possible?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

It would...but don't expect it to sound as good. Better off with a shotgun mic like the Rode series

[@coleedwards1634]

I love the sound of rode nt1 5th gen mic, but I've been told repeatedly by content providers on youtube that I shouldn't use it in a untreated room. So your on the road/vacationing recommendation was unexpected. The environment I would be using it in, would be in bedroom(untreated)- just for personal use chatting online. But at the same time I don't want it sounding boxy/echo. But I can't imagine hotel rooms or airbnb having better acoustics lol than my room- Your input recommendation would be greatly appreciated, love your content.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

VO artists on the road go to great lengths....like recording under covers to deaden the room sound. You WILL need treatment with this mic if you will be using it with high gain

[@coleedwards1634]

Iappreciate the quick response, is there a usb mic youd recommend in a non treated room? Ive been researching the podmic usb and rode nt-usb plus but I'm open to any and all suggestion from condenser to dynamic. I was looking for a more natural sounding mic and my budget is up to 300. I really appreciate your input- thanks@@DarkCornerStudios

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@coleedwards1634 podmic USB is good...but remember...you will NEVER be able to get rid of ALL your room sound...no matter what mic you get. Start throwing stuff on your walls...and try to have something behind you that can scatter the waves. Book shelves are good

[@coleedwards1634]

I appreciate the advice and will at the very least treat some of the walls, while also embrace becoming a bit of a hoarder- to fill up the room. Which is difficult for me because I am a minimalist at heart! lol. Thanks again.@@DarkCornerStudios

[@iljin9089]

did you consider at875r ?

[@richgouette]

I can see a spate of 4th Gen NT1's coming up for sale soon....

[@DarkCornerStudios]

I already gave mine away

[@consciensnesttv3775]

😱😱🤣

[@robweststrate4581]

I Hear some more/better Low end at the 5th gen!!!

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

Sir, you also like NT1 gen 4. You have made this video just for fun. That is my findings. Pl. reply if I am right.

[@RobVespa]

The 4th gen definitely has a warmer, richer and wider sound. Every comparison I've listened to today leans this way. Let's say you use this mic. XLR or USB? So, will USB make audio interfaces obsolete?

[@RobVespa]

Piggybacking on the same topic, is it worth getting this mic over the Signature, which is (to my understanding) the same mic minus the USB connection (and all that entails)?

[@Kipacus]

Has anyone tested this mic out in a room with background noise? Like a Fan or AC window unit? If it can eliminate some of that background noise dispite being a condensor mic I am absolutely picking one up.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

No. Condensers don't work well in untreated or noisy rooms

[@Kipacus]

@@DarkCornerStudios Thanks for the reply! Amazings vids btw, keep up the great and informative content!

[@HeathcliffBlair]

Thanks for the video, but... Adobe Audition CANNOT do 32bit recording??? Really? Yikes! I bet that changes.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

You can record in 32 bit float...just it doesn't register anything beyond 0db. And you are right...it may very well change

[@lloydcooke5503]

OK, so if you use the usb 32 bit float where do you plug your headphones if you no longer need a interface?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

The computer

[@lloydcooke5503]

@@DarkCornerStudios Thanks, was kinda thinking that but wasn't sure 👍🏽

[@lloydcooke5503]

Do you use USB or XLR, Which in your opinion is better or is 32bit float a no brainer

[@AG_before]

I use Adobe Audition, so 32 makes no difference to me, right? Oh well. Thanks for the review. 👍

[@radioprobromania]

4/5 GEN OR Neumann BCM 104 ? Be honest, thank you 🙏🏻

[@djhoumy5254]

Everithing depends on Edition in vocals I have the

[@kubolor1234]

I can hear the 5th Gen NT1-A high end bump as opposed to the NT1.

[@blakecamp5848]

So this shoots holes in the old argument that usb mics are not good for quality VO. The samson q2u is always touted as a excellent quality mic for podcast startups. The gap between xlr and usb mics just got narrower.

[@TheTonylopezband]

It's the same as NT1A seems like which is great,it's the poor man's Neumann U87 😊

[@mrdali67]

It's of cause personly how people think of different mics. I feel wether you get a 4'th gen NT1 or the new 5th gen or even a NT1a, most people will be happy with them all, and the slightly bigger bulge in the upper mid and more top boost from the NT1a can easy be dealt with if you feel it's to bright. Especially for your first "pro" recording mike he NT1a packet is a no brainer. And remember .. if you put a 50$ mike in a pro's hand he can make great recordings if he knows what he's doing. Most people won't really notice the diff to mike's costin 1-10k. if the rest of the gear is still "intro" level using this kind of mikes is futile imo.

[@ElectricDreams10]

Or the smart man's

[@kr8s]

Is there any other mounting option... Apart from this mammoth complex setup?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Sadly no...

[@kr8s]

@@DarkCornerStudios that's sad... But i think this is a massive step... I think more companies will push these kind of microphone. Rode is going all out for throat of shure.

[@justadropable]

Are you the voice of the recent Ridddle videos?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Nope. Don't even know what those are...lol

[@fangsoffuego]

A. You got any recommendations for a vo mic I can use on the road? B. What about the Rode. A. Yes, on the road. B. I mean the Rode nt1 A. 😮

[@mannishboy1]

So did Røde name it the NT1 to make RØDE NT1 or RØDENT1?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...I NEVER PUT THAT TOGETHER!! Good eye!

[@NateNakao]

There's an unsubstantiated rumor that Freedman Electronics' original condenser microphone's sales were described as having "taken off like a rat up a drainpipe," leading them to name the microphone the "RODENT-1." They later rebranded the company as RØDE (stylizing the "O" as "Ø" in a nod to the founders' Scandinavian heritage) and renamed their condenser microphone the "NT1." The story isn't verified and resides in the realm of urban legend, but it somehow lives on in RØDE's Wikipedia entry.

[@MimiMimi-sh4fc]

Rode nt 5 generation vs shure MV7 ???

[@tom_k_d]

5:05: 4th gen sounds clearer, 5th gen sounds slightly muffled in comparison... - Thanks, excellent review. PS: 5th gen sounds less muffled when connected via USB, though...

[@KooLaidStudios]

That's crazy between XLR and USB, I cant tell much of a difference..

[@MikeO01]

Can you record 32bit to iPhone or iPad without 3rd party software? Thank you.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

No. Not unless you have an app that allows it

[@MikeO01]

@@DarkCornerStudios Thank you. Is there a free app that is capable of 32bit. Or can an iPad at least record 24 bit natively (might need extra power from a hub)?

[@xgonejack8572]

I don't need it since I got a ZOOM f3 and then a direct monitoring wow

[@PastorShayne]

There’s no difference, but the max decibel makes all the difference… the new one is close to sm7b at 145db

[@MemphisMike901]

Is this a good mic for music vocals?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Yep!

[@MemphisMike901]

@@DarkCornerStudios thank you. Although I do have the Rode Podmic. I am very impressed with RODE myself

[@pianoatthirty]

In every “5th gen versus 4th gen” it’s clearly audible- the 4th gen is extremely bright/there’s a dip in the upper mids while the 5th gen the top end is rounded off with the mids sounding a bit more balanced. It really sounds different; it’s noticeable even on my phone speaker. Thanks for doing this!

[@consciensnesttv3775]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🏆🙏

[@iljin9089]

not the opposite? Gen5 brighter then gen4?

[@rinceradio]

I hate how less expensive mics have tons of branding. It ruins the look.

[@johnnyj1966]

At the 6 minute mark into your video, you do other mic comparisons with the NT1. You used the pop filter for the NT1 but no pop filter for the other mics. I have done a comparison with the NT1 with and without the filter. Using that particular cloth pop filter with the NT1, the top end is reduced a noticeable amount. It was audible to my ears anyway. The newer steel mesh pop filter does a better job without reducing the top end as much. Alternatively you can still sing in front of the mic, but angle your head slightly to either side...

[@havitoja]

I think there were decent UBS mics before NT 1 5th gen, and were even better "on the road" due to their size. Even from the same producer -- Rode NT-USB. They even released a new version recently.

[@floor.mp3]

i think he was referring to microphones you could take on the road and use for professional voice over work, but i do agree with you that there were good usb mics for stuff like podcasts, making youtube videos etc

[@coleedwards1634]

what are your thoughts on the rode podmic usb vs the nt-usb plus? would be using it in an untreated room for personal use. obvi i love the sound of the nt1 5th gen but everyone is telling me i shouldnt use it in an untreated environment. So the recommendation in this video for a on the road set up was unexpected.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Most people who record VO...or voice work on the road, do so in makeshift "blanket booths"

[@h.s.7797]

Would it be possible to do decent stereo recordings with two of these mics connected, both via USB-C?

[@ToddDolce]

Sorry NOT EVERYONE is gushing over this mic. I bought it and returned it within my 20 days of testing to see if the stupid thing would stop dropping the first word of every other sentence spoken. Apparently a defective one but cmon....brand new and it was already having an issue. I only wanted it for the USB side and that is where it failed. Luckily I have my RE20 for my XLR application and that is still my workhorse. I will continue to search for a solid USB option for my mobile solution. The Rode NT1 5th was NOT A GAMECHANGER....for me.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

That sounds like a defective device...combined with a nasty noise gate. I have NOT heard of those issues what so ever

[@ToddDolce]

@@DarkCornerStudios Defective; yes....Noise gate; no. at least my conclusion after a battery of tests. Again,..perhaps it would have tested fine in the XLR connection but that is not what I wanted this one for. I will not begrudge anyone else though that enjoys great success with it. I wish them well.

[@jayaben2412]

Dear Rode: Please find a way to enable zero latency monitoring in USB mode. That would be the jewel in the crown!

[@YDD80]

does this mic have the same problem as the Rode nt1-a with moisture and it not working anymore?

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Lol...all mics will have an issue with moisture.

[@YDD80]

@@DarkCornerStudios But I got me a nt1-a and it kept cutting off and not giving any feedback after maybe 1 min of it working properly and I looked for a solution and they all had the same problem. So now I'm looking for a new mic where this doesn't happen and was wondering if this was the case with this mic.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

@YDD don't know who told you that it happens to all of them. That is just not true. Also, Rode has lifetime guarantees on all their products. Call them. And no...this mic is not like that...but please don't get it wet

[@trevor.james06]

Definitely sounds a little potatoe with the usb. but Im an audio engineer so everything sounds potato to me

[@JohnDoe-fu4qd]

rodes always sound muddy. dont know why. well accept for the ntg5

[@piad2102]

Whenever someone says " Huge gamechanger " alarmclocks keeps ringing. Please use another termonoligy. It is cringe and overused.

[@DarkCornerStudios]

Nah...I'll use the words I wanna use. You can then decide to trust my reviews or not

[@Anhidema]

i'm not selling my 4th gen NT1 sorry .......... I can clearly listen the difference in the high frequency boost and it just sounds cheaper. 4th gen sounds flat and warm !!!

[@DWHarper62]

Sounds more like a NT1A rather than the NT1... And that's not good, regardless of the "game-changing" stuff...

[@taab7]

This 5th gen mic has serious latency issues when using the usb cable and you want to monitor using headphones. Useless.

[@tomdavis4658]

I think this mic sounds like trash in this video. I like every mic he put it up against better. I'm not trying to be a hater, but I'm really shocked that people like this mic so much. I feel like it always sounds distorted in that 4k-8k range. Maybe I'm way off and I just need time with it hands on.

[@ElectricDreams10]

Yes, that's it

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NTI gen 4 is still better than NT1 gen 5.

[@sohmiJesuswithme]

And just want to tell you Jesus can save us all he can fill that empty spot in our life he save me now am free❤️✝️

[@hel8686]

I hear a but of a buzz