RØDE NT1 Kit Review & Unboxing | Best Home Studio Microphone 2021

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[@felixkruip]

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[@felixkruip]

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[@ryanbalaz645]

This was by far the best review for the NT1 Rode Mic. Keep going my dude!

[@felixkruip]

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[@Crowbar11115]

This my go-to mic for longer Voice Over gigs. I do recommend ditching the provided Metal Pop-Filter though...it can actually accentuate T, F and S sounds. A Mesh Pop-Filter is both smaller and better at taming those frequencies. Another fun tip...you can actually take apart and flip the internals of the shock mount so the mic can be used upside down. It's a quick hack to give yourself more space in an office or VO booth instead of having the entire mic, shock mount and boom arm in your way. Speaking directly into the mic diaphragm rather than into the body helps tame S sounds as well. Great review!!

[@felixkruip]

Thank you so much for commenting, I really enjoyed reading it! I've noticed the metal pop making a weird 'S' indeed! Great catch. Do you recommend any mesh pop-filters? Also, tell me about your other favorite mics! I will definitely be trying the shock mount flip! (edit: do you have a picture for me? I can't seem to figure it out..) Cheers!

[@Crowbar11115]

@@felixkruip The Sterling PF2 is the pop filter I've been using for a while now. They're pretty inexpensive and the mesh is very transparent frequency-wise. The Rode NT-1, Sennheiser MK4 and the Sennheiser MKH416 are my workhorses. Believe it or not one of my clients requests the NT-1 over the MKH416 for their ads! They love the smoothness of the Rode. To flip the shock mount you'll need to unscrew the little up/down adjustment screw on the rear of the shock mount all the way. Take it out completely...there is a small pin inside, pop that out too. Now you can access the entire housing. Pulling it apart can pinch your fingers a bit so be careful. Now you can separate the shock mount part from the piece that screws into your boom arm. Flip the shock mount over, reassemble it and BOOM! Now the mic is upside down and the body is out of your way. I have my VO booth set up this way and it makes seeing scripts way easier. Even better, mics that aren't designed for that shock mount will still fit if they have a similar screw-in setup. I modded the stock shock mount ring for my Sennheiser MK4 so it is compatible with the Rode shock mount. I can switch mics in the booth in like 30 seconds without swapping shock mounts. ;) Hope that helped.

[@asifjaved7672]

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[@felixkruip]

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[@golfmaster7]

Most detailed and good-looking review i have seen in a hot minute. Great job!

[@quinten53]

never expected to find something as in depth as this. Good video, good review

[@felixkruip]

Appreciate that!

[@fadrian98]

Dude, I have one stored in my closet from years ago and now watching this. I'm considering using it again mainly for Zoom calls and Facetime. Thank you for the great review.

[@offplanetfilms]

Definitely looking into getting one of these for our cartoons!

[@elishkey]

you just made me decide on which mic to get for my studio... thanks a lot brother, good review. subscribed

[@felixkruip]

Eeey appreciate ya!

[@squeezemypimple]

Highly polished, professional video...great stuff & a fabulous microphone!

[@felixkruip]

Thank you!

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[@felixkruip]

Heey thank you! And awesome to see you here.

[@ariagferreira8960]

Love it. Have been using it often for a month . So far so good.

[@felixkruip]

Awesome! What do you do with it?

[@1965ocean]

I liked your video because you explain in great detail every aspect of the microphone.

[@huraibi]

This review is literally insane 😍 thank you so much dude I love it ♥

[@felixkruip]

Glad you like it!

[@Komu254]

I love your studio. Inspiring me a creative african in Nairobi Kenya!

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Ok first of all, I saw what you did there with the subscribe. Great video (been waiting for it) I hope those deliveries were older (corona and all) and take care of yourselves Amazing editing work and intro bro(yes I saw what you did with intro too)

[@felixkruip]

Thanks! Awesome that you noticed. You take care too!

[@WaleedAlfudhaili]

Great and convincing review man. I think you can use to voiceover or boadcasting media and content tutorials. All the best.

[@felixkruip]

Thanks man, appreciate ya!

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[@felixkruip]

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[@felixkruip]

Thank you so much!

[@GLRYB2GD]

Wow, amazing video, amazing setup. You've inspired me.

[@anthonymagnier2331]

Excellent review. I bought this mic in the Complete Studio Kit (incl XLR cable) with the AI-1 interface for best results and ultra low noise. Got the PSA-1 separately too. Do you recommend Ableton Live over Adobe Audition? Keep up the good work.

[@felixkruip]

Thank you! I do recommend Ableton live a lot, but audition is also great depending on what you are using it for.

[@anthonymagnier2331]

@@felixkruip Thanks for your reply. Well it would be just for voiceover work as such, not midi or live. I got a free version of Ableton 10 Lite with the Rode studio kit.

[@zakaria2721]

​@@anthonymagnier2331 Hi , I hope you are doing well , can you tell me how did things go for you , i got a good deal for a used one like you have with the AI-1 interface and Im looking to see if it's worth it , is the asmr filter good despite being from metal?

[@theCountOfTotal]

Hey, good review and nice video. Just one remark, it's really hard to focus on the content with the background music. For me it feels like 2 people are talking through each other and I lose my focus. But let that not distract you ;-) keep up the good work!

[@maxarix]

Great Video 👍❤️ you should defently get more views

[@maxarix]

Hey, after watchung your video i bought the same kit only thing different is i got a other filter .. i didnt even tested it but im already loving it amazing build Quality

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[@felixkruip]

Thanks maat!

[@catjack90]

What a breautifuly made video, instantly subscribed. I'm never gonna financially recover from this xd but I think I'm gonna get this kit. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamescoverz2341]

Best RØDE review so far!

[@felixkruip]

I appreciate that!

[@Lucas-os1vr]

Great video! Im recieving this one tommorow and and when i opened the video i could immediatly hear you are dutch too haha, your channel looks great!

[@felixkruip]

That's awesome!

[@nikolajhansen15]

Did the mic perform as you expected? Are you happy with it? :)

[@Lucas-os1vr]

@@nikolajhansen15 yes its great, i love adam sandler

[@Lucas-os1vr]

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[@TahaButt]

I was looking at getting a new microphone for voice overs in my videos. Thank you so much, really helpful! Liked and subscribed.

[@felixkruip]

That's great to hear!

[@lilmoesieable]

wow!! awesome edits quality everything keep upp mate!!!

[@felixkruip]

Appreciate the words bro! 🙌🏼

[@YoTsi]

Very nice video bro !! i think i am going to by both, mic and audio card for my streams !!

[@felixkruip]

Thanks man! Great choice. Enjoy!

[@YoTsi]

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[@felixkruip]

Thanks for your kind words! I really appreciate it

[@johnarmour904]

Extremely helpful and well-done. Thank you!

[@simonkardynal4722]

This was a fantastic review. Thank you so much!

[@felixkruip]

I’m really happy you liked it Simon! You can also check out my newest video to see more about the Rode VideoMics. I would love to hear what you liked the most about this video so I can continue to do that in the future.

[@manishpaudel4086]

Please make a video on "how to connect Scarlett 2i2 to the receiver unit & how it works."

[@majidmulla1963]

THANKS for doing a video review on it. I ordered one just now :D, Great review! What's the song in the background @5:10?

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[@felixkruip]

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[@glennellis864]

Great review, definitely made my mind up from this video.

[@felixkruip]

That's great to hear!

[@The_Guth]

Great review man! What do you usually tweak in post for your audio voice overs? Keep it up man!

[@felixkruip]

Appreciate it! I mostly do compRession, EQ, and limiting. I can make a tutorial about it if you'd like that.

[@The_Guth]

How to Creative awesome! And yeah absolutely! It sounds buttery smooth, I’d love to see your EQ workflow, I just got this mic and I’d love to master it as much as I can. You got my Sub 👌🏼

[@felixkruip]

Haha awesome! I put it on my to-do list. Appreciate ya!

[@vewilli]

Not only after this perfect review I‘m glad to have purchased this microphone! 👏🏻👍🏻👏🏻👍🏻👏🏻👍🏻 The only thing I would have liked better is the popshield shown in this video (mine was round). High quality microphone that is affordable and high quality review!

[@felixkruip]

I'm happy to hear that! The pop shield you got is part of a different NT1 Kit. Enjoy the mic!

[@Andin4l]

Very well put together

[@felixkruip]

Appreciate the comment!

[@peterjonassen5107]

if you want a good and nice audio interface, i recommend SSL 2 or SSL2+, all of the inputs are behind the interface so cables are not shown in your desk, and it has really nice amps,

[@852recordings4]

great vid! liked and subbed

[@gabriel-mckee]

Great review, thanks for sharing!

[@coleedwards1634]

was thinking about getting the nt1 5th generation usb, but I was a bit hesitant about using it in a untreated room aka my bedroom. Some say it should only be used in a controlled setting bc it picks up way too much background noise along with sounding boxy. Have you sound treated your room since purchasing this mic? If not how do you deal with background noise? noise gate?

[@sleepyslasher]

Great review!!!

[@gastonblue4659]

So nice production bro, congrats... Life is for do fantastic pieces, you are doing it.. hugs

[@felixkruip]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@alexisquintero2782]

Great review!, you convinced me to get it.

[@felixkruip]

It’s still the greatest!

[@eitonbinstok8851]

What is the song playing in the background? It’s gorgeous. Also, amazing review and it’s convinced me to purchase the kit 😊

[@wildrosecece]

Getting it, liked and subscribed!!

[@TheWeekendTreat]

You are incredible man!!!!!

[@felixkruip]

You are incredible! Thanks for your positivity.

[@milesmaxcer2272]

Really appreciated this review! Next time, consider using music without lyrics - it made it more difficult to hear your voice, which is a critical aspect of this video.

[@felixkruip]

Thanks, hmm it did cross my mind. This was the first time I used a track with lyrics. I thought there was enough compression/sidechaining going on. Not enough it seems. Thanks for the tip.

[@BeastChrist777]

thx so much for this detailed review!!!! really helps with My final decision.

[@nevinkuser9892]

Great crisp sound!

[@nikhilbackup2695]

Love this review ❤️

[@felixkruip]

Glad you liked it!!

[@thequinstewartexperience7073]

Great job sir! 🤎😎✌🏾👍🏾

[@felixkruip]

Thank you sir! 👌🏼

[@MoMo-512]

Very Very NICE Video! Thanks!

[@felixkruip]

Thank YOU for taking the time to comment!

[@Salman_alsalman]

U earn a sub best review 🔥

[@felixkruip]

Appreciate it!

[@freshpotato8431]

When I looked around for reviews for this microphone there weren't any. And now when I have this mic, the reviews are there when I don't need them anymore. But beside that, very nice review. Keep up the good work. :D

[@felixkruip]

What made you look up reviews? Thank you! New video coming out really soon.

[@freshpotato8431]

@@felixkruip A few years ago I wanted to buy this mic, (I have it now) and at this time there weren't any reviews out that were helpful. :)

[@trii_]

Nice video! Off topic question, what background do you have?

[@PaulS08]

Great video, but I'm so confused. Every image that I see of this mic has a round pop filter. Even the link that you have included beneath your video goes to an amazon page with the round pop filter. But in your video, the pop filter is rectangle. Which is the most current version of this product?

[@felixkruip]

Hi Paul! I think RØDE replaced the kit with a different mount and filter. I have come to learn though, that the metal pop filter is also a bit harsh on the 's' sounds, this should be improved with the newer kit. Thanks for clicking on my link.

[@DavcoMediaTV]

I bought the kit a couple of months ago and it contained a 'traditional' circular pop filter. Absolutely superb mic. I love it.

[@absurd7292]

Great review💖💖💖

[@felixkruip]

Thank you 🤗

[@theprime95]

at 7:00 you mentioned that you use the direct monitoring feature on the scarlett interface. so it has no delay for you? im looking for this mic + that interface so i can record music vocals with no delay

[@felixkruip]

It is a very good combo. However, the no delay only counts for the monitoring. The delay through your PC depends on the speed of your CPU.

[@theprime95]

@@felixkruip ahh, so essentially if i use the direct monitoring feature through the interface, it'll be in real time but if i want to use effects through the DAW, that would probably have a slight delay since the effects are through the DAW and not the interface?

[@felixkruip]

Correct!

[@BlackNomad1]

Good review although I found the background music track to be terribly distracting with the vocals.

[@felixkruip]

Thanks, yea I made a mistake. Won't do it again! 😁

[@Pahadisouravvlogs07]

Audio interface which one ????

[@felixkruip]

Hi, it's the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (gen1). Link is in the description!

[@RodGibsonMusic]

I'd recommend using the RODE AI-1.... also a super quiet interface, compact and solid.

[@luk7n]

@@RodGibsonMusic EVO4 Audient :)

[@skurra987]

Hey bro, great video. Just wanted to ask what Headset you use? I’m not quite sure what headset will fit in the scarlet headset Jack so im just wondering what one ur using?

[@felixkruip]

I’m using the Audio Technica ATH m50x. But every headphone works with with a jack to mini jack converter

[@skurra987]

@@felixkruip sweet. Thank u bro, keep making these awesome videos👍

[@gugomoto2561]

Hey! Great review, how much does the mic, filter and shock mount weigh?

[@infoidea9712]

Great Review! What is the background music title? loved the song.

[@tark5963]

Good job, thank you for the video

[@felixkruip]

Thanks! At your service 🫡

[@JayHartMusic]

great video what was the song playing in the background with the guy singing?

[@sybarra67]

Sold! thanks buddy

[@felixkruip]

That’s great to hear! (if you want to support my work, use the link in the description) have fun with it!

[@BABYT]

Good video, I wonder if the arm will hold the Townsend Lab L22

[@elperroloco3954]

Is a very good Mic!! Good video!

[@markwells79]

Is the NT1 with Focusrite solo an good option? I know solo isn't the best but I'm only recording vocals and already have a solo. Your content's been super helpful man.

[@felixkruip]

Yep, perfect mic/interface combo! You will love it. Thanks for the kind words

[@biekanez1]

Hele goede review Felix, maar waar kan ik deze kit nog krijgen in dezelfde configuratie? Ik heb me gesubscribed op je channel👊👍😎

[@felixkruip]

Bedankt. Tof dat je ge-subscribed bent! Ik heb even gekeken, maar het lijkt dat de kit in deze configuratie uitverkocht is in NL. Even wachten, of de alternatieve kit kopen.

[@silentscope7440]

it sounds like he used this mic to record the entire review. the transition from the other mics to the NT1 was crispy.

[@felixkruip]

I did record the entire review with the mic indeed; to give the viewer an idea what it sounds like.

[@silentscope7440]

@@felixkruip Cool. You sold me on it. I ordered it from Amazon because of your video. Thanks.

[@ceaze3288]

xlr cable should be male to female right when connecting the rode nt1 kit to scarlett 2i2?

[@felixkruip]

Yea!

[@hmmollie6694]

A common bundle is the Rode NT1 coming with the AI1 Audio Interface. Do you know this interface well? Is it decent? Or did you choose your Scarlet interface because it's way better? :)

[@felixkruip]

The AI1 is great! I wouldn't say Scarlett is way better... I already had the 2i2, so I did not need a new interface :).

[@TEST-gh4zs]

Can u Tell me how you edit your voice on this video ? And how you mix that with music ? Very clean and easy to listen

[@leolammi698]

Hi, the kit you have is a bit different than the one in the amazon link above. Is it possible to get a link to the same one you have? Yours has a premium shock mount. Tanks for the video, keep it going!

[@-simplehebrew]

The kit that he's got is the older version, nothing really premium about that Rycote shock mount, in fact the one you see on Amazon is a lot better and more professional shock mount , and in the new kit you'll also get a nice 6m xlr cable and an adjustable pop filter.

[@RodGibsonMusic]

Excellent Mic.... too bad you dont use the RODE AI-1 interface. the Focusrite is too noisy. You should choose an instrumental background track. It really distracted me. However this was a great video nontheless.

[@felixkruip]

Hm, interesting! I never knew the focusrite is more noisy than the ai interface. I love the sound from my focusrite though! I agree with the instrumental track. I'm not going to put a lyrical track under my voice again, I promise! Thanks for the compliment.

[@season6ix153]

Great song and great video !

[@abirahasgaweshanaya]

What's The best nt1 or nt1a ? Please reply me

[@felixkruip]

I would say the Rode NT1 :)

[@TheSuperChannel]

Quality review,

[@BrannonNod]

Nice job Fellow Creator👍 Subbed,Liked and hit the bell

[@felixkruip]

Much appreciated fellow creator!

[@azmeel2536]

How did you manage to get the shock mount perfectly perpendicular when attaching to the psa1? I have the nt1 with the sm6 shock mount and I wanted the mic to face me the same way as yours in the video but I just can't get it to be perfectly align. It will always be slanted a bit.

[@felixkruip]

I had that at first too. Try screwing up the metal ring below the mount as far up as you can. Then screw on the mount. It should now be able to tilt a bit farther.

[@DanielTolson1]

Great production

[@felixkruip]

Thanks!

[@rassange2831]

Where can I buy the XLR cable? Amazing video!

[@freelasenegocioshomeoffice]

great review. just too much music & vocals in the background. got a bit too messy and confusing in several parts.

[@swish84]

Damn this was a solid review. Sold!

[@sunjunme]

Good work, I found the background music a bit loud and disturbing. Probably you can check it out on your next videos :)

[@felixkruip]

Yea, other people have mentioned it too.. Should be better in future videos

[@oliway5188]

Yo, what song was that in the background. I Love it but I can't find it. If you could tell me that would be great.

[@Recommendable]

Is this rubbery ring necessary when connecting xlr cable into the mic? Also, I don't have any mic stand/arm yet, I just put it on the desk in front of me (being in the sitting position) does it create any problems while recording?

[@felixkruip]

The rubber ring is not necessary, but gives a tighter fit. You might want to get a little desk mic stand than. I don't think it will be convenient to use without a stand. Also keep in mind that the closer the mic is to the desk, the more vibration from the desk it will pick up.

[@maximosanchez6275]

Excellent man, how you made that elevation system for the desk?

[@felixkruip]

Thanks, it's an automatic desk by IKEA. I recently made a video about it.

[@sportskaberza]

cool video mate rly

[@felixkruip]

Appreciate it!

[@Poutine12]

a little tip: dont put music with other people singing in it, it interfears with your voice (try streambeats, its on spotify) :D

[@felixkruip]

I've noticed more people mentioned this. I won't do it again. Ey, Harris Heller's project! Although I am already paying for a music service that I love! Thanks for the tip though.

[@Poutine12]

@@felixkruip np bro

[@salmasabhira]

hey, i have this microphone, and the scarlett solo 3rd gen. maybe this question is out of context of the video, but do u have a problem of latency with the audio interface? because i do ): and i have no idea how to deal with it.

[@felixkruip]

Hi! Try downloading the driver, you can change the buffer size and sample rate. Might have to do with your pc not being able to handle the current settings. You can send me a mail if you need more help! :)

[@SybsALHABSHI]

Could we have more details about the XLR cable please ?