Rode NT-USB+ Mic Review / Test (vs NT-USB Mini, Wave 3, Yeti X, Seiren Mini)

[@Podcastage]

DO NOT contact anyone on Telegram that is claiming to be me. I am not giving anything away. They are scammers trying to steal your money and data.

[@korg47237]

This sounds like a very good beginner "streaming" package for someone who doesn't want to mess with XLR/audio interfaces and just wants their voice in a computer. Pretty good value for ~$170

[@danmagoo]

Although I am not looking for a USB mic for voice these days, I have to say I was impressed with this one. It has a warm, full sound, especially compared to the Rode NT USB-Mini (which was always overrated anyway) and the "original" NT-USB. Great review as always.

[@axelmaldini4218]

great mic

[@StreetsOfVancouverChannel]

It's a fab sounding mic indeed!

[@Rakku]

The difference between this and the mini was barely noticeable for me. The difference does not Warrant the 65% increase in price, compared to the mini.

[@kyl3bu1]

Which would you get between the NT USB+ vs NT1 5th Generation?

[@saikousocial]

I can't believe this man is brave enough to say pants so casually like that at the beginning of the video. Think of how many viewers clicked off in shock after being subjected to that...

[@DeviantWays]

The never of him, right? lol

[@jonnygrowlately]

🤭

[@PawFromTheBroons]

It's quite an improvement over the original NT USB.

[@boonie3]

I remember comparing the NT USB and NT USB Mini before choosing between the two and I preferred the NT USB Mini out of the two. I think I would take the Mini over this one as well - something about he lows on the new one sounds a little weird.

[@namzxs]

Sounds okay, I'm not sure about spending that much on a USB mic. Could be good for people who don't want to deal with XLRs and interfaces though.

[@chriscutress1702]

Between the two Rode mics I prefer the demonstrated sound of the original version of the microphone. The NT-USB+ sounds like it had a little more bottom end but it didn't sound like a good low end. Of the reasonable priced mics I must admit I preferred the Blue Yeti Nano however overall I prefer the BLUE Yeti Pro. It's always nice to hear a Neumann U87 but pricewise extremely out of my budget.

[@thestingyham1188]

Like the new Sennheiser, they sound muddy (perhaps in an attempt to sound like a Shure SM7b, and remove the bright highs of a cheap mic.

[@robsterinside]

@@thestingyham1188 is there any usb mic that you would recommend that doesn't try to do this?

[@TheMirandalorian]

I just love condenser mics! I can never get dynamic mixs to sound good for me! I cant wait to get this mic!

[@AceofKadeisAoK]

Hey Bandrew, great video as always. It actually made me think of rode's new 'Rode X' mics. I'm actually curious if you'll look at those mics in future videos. But I'm moreso interested in what you'd say in a comparison of the Rode Podcaster and the Rode X DM-100.

[@billweaver2549]

I'd really like to hear this compared to the Rode VideoMic NTG in USB mode, since they're both now compatible with the Rode Connect software. Being shotgun-style, I suspect the VideoMic NTG is more directional and might be a better podcasting solution for poorly treated spaces.

[@nickglover]

A lot of shotgun mics are actually worse for indoor spaces. The way they are designed tends to accentuate the room reflections compared to regular cardioid mics.

[@sinocelt]

Of the Rodes, I liked the Mini best. Smooth without mud. Will you get to test the XCM-50 and XDM-100?

[@GaneshKumar01]

Same question

[@greccoox]

Monster, the best in game in your niche, legend... One note, could be nice if: because companies making version II of their products, could be nice to have some more minutes(or begin with the comparison) between the version I x version II of the mic. Like 1 minute more in detail about V1 x V2 than other mics. For example I was in doubt about the difference between version one and two.

[@suncworm]

Hey bandrew just curious: do you have a tik tok? I have a ton of followers, I want to tag you

[@musdigs]

Alright so: I bought the NT-USB+ and the Podmic USB to see which one would fit me better, and turns out both of them have an issue with updating the firmware. With both mics, when you click "update firmware", the rode central app closes and the mics stop working until unplugging and re-plugging the usb cable. If you just plug n' play them, they work, but you can't use the rode app or any of the DSP stuff at all. Someone on Reddit with the same issue said the following (about the Podmic specifically): "Firmware 1.1.7 (shipped with the device) runs fine when plugged in. Firmware 1.1.8 bricks the microphone if you use a non-5amp rated USB C cable (which the included cable, is not) If you then use a good quality cable, it will work again." So just a word of warning for people looking into using these mics. Oh and great review as always Bandrew!

[@alistair2502]

Which one did you stick with in the end?

[@musdigs]

@@alistair2502 I eventually just returned them both and bought an interface & XLR mic lol

[@VaibhavAgain]

@@musdigs which mic? and also which interface?

[@musdigs]

@@VaibhavAgain Shure SM58 and The UA Volt-2

[@VaibhavAgain]

@@musdigs I got elgato wave 3. Did a firmware update and in app it said that I need to disconnect 1 of my wave products as the software only supports one at a time. I only have that mic and nothing else. I just reinstalled the software and it's working fine. Should I replace it or is it fine? I'm so confused

[@_oriTech_]

what would u take? rode nt1 second hand with a scarlett solo or that mic? i see often on the second hand market that combination... scarlet solo gen1 oder 2 and the rode nt1 (not the nt1-a)

[@agambhasin]

Depends upon your use case, if you need the mic for easy setups and mobile applications, NT USB Plus can be better, if not, the NT1 4th gen and scarlett is a good setup, the NT1 provides a more neutral, un coloured sound than the NT USB Plus though.

[@1Samuel1524]

I know I've been following you since like 2014 I think but, I think that was the best box throw I'd seen yet.

[@reggiep75]

NO THROW!? This will anger the Throw God's 😐😑😐😑😐😉

[@EdoDijkgraaf]

I think I like the sound of the new NT-USB+, but I wonder why this microphone has to cost at least $ 201.00 (€ 195,00) in the Netherlands. Why does Rode think we should pay $ 31.00 more?

[@miko19r]

No matter what the reason is you can get elgato wave 3 or yeti x for 110-120 euros in amazon de.

[@EdoDijkgraaf]

@@miko19r call me stupid, but I have to google the Yeti. Never haard of it. Cheers!

[@purpleheart69420]

@@EdoDijkgraaf the yeti is like the most used usb mic ever lol

[@EdoDijkgraaf]

@@purpleheart69420 most sorry! I am not that into usb mics. I own a Seiren Mini. Not bad. Used to own a NT-USB. Was nice. The name Yeti didn't ring a bell until I saw the brandname Blue in front of it. One can have that. Or maybe it's just me. I am getting old I guess.

[@Armbrust210]

"DSP Processing" annoyed me more than it should have

[@DXNAST]

Hey, can you make a review about the BEACN microphone? It's pretty much just a SM7B remake but USB and it's not even that bad.

[@nata.sasmita]

This is my subjective opinion. I have several Rode mics and I concluded that most Rode mics are tend to produce harsh voice. Any same experience?

[@amadismusic_SWORDFISH]

man thanks for the video, and sense of humor. I actually have a question if you have the time, I am a jazz singer who wants to record little live sessions duo or trio (I know nothing about mics and edditing) It would be voice/guitar or voice/guitar/doublebass. I just want to film with a smartphone and record with that mic (with acoustic voice maybe closer to the mic , an amp at soft volume for the guitar player, and acoustic double bass) do you think that this mic would be a viable to do that? The idea is to have a somewhat better quality than playing in front of a smartphone. I also heard about the AKG lyra that apparently picks up sounds from all around. I wish you all the best and luck for your home! keep rockin :)

[@thomasfischer9259]

None of the mics compared sounded like it had the midrange the Rode had.

[@citizenstrife]

0:26 "I can say whatever I want...BUTTS....FARTS...PANTS!"

[@mudrahel.philosophovich]

Neumann present, but NT1 with interface - not. Why?

[@somecallmetim2580]

Currently both my middle ears are full of goo, and the Razor Siren Mini still sounds xtra crispy. Have a friend who used the original NT USB plugged straight into his iPhone for streaming.

[@hokko274]

Great video, thank you! Would the Yeti X be more suited for recording acoustic guitar?

[@annekedebruyn7797]

Wished they made an XLR only version of that mic. Really love the look of it.

[@NovaBro.]

When he started playing the electric guitar, I thought that was sick. Guy gets am extra 10 cool guy points 👉

[@jamison85]

You'd think they'd include a mute button on the mic with the update...this is something that doesn't kill it outright, but makes it less attractive compared to other alternatives.

[@Anonymouschannel8181]

Why USB-C to USB-C, do koat conputers have USB-C ports these days? Will it affect the audio quality if I out it througy a USB-C to USB-A convertor?

[@MrBassonist]

USB-C is becoming the standard for eveything. There will be no problems using a good USB-C to USB-A cable on a computer made about the last 10 years.

[@MarketingToolkit1]

I don't see any difference between my 60 USD Boya pm 500 USB mic and 170+ Rode NT USB+

[@kennethbailey7105]

*waits patiently for a Lauten Audio 320 or JZ V67 review*

[@chronicmayhem]

How is there still no gain knob

[@thejoker1484]

I can't believe anyone gets Blue Yeti, especially the nano... they just suck

[@TheMirandalorian]

Best mic reviews!

[@Podcastage]

Thanks so much, that really means a lot.

[@QuantumGamingUploads]

Bandrew back with another review. I think the extra layer of foam on the new Rode makes it sound a bit different but if you remove it they probably sound exactly the same. Great it has USB-C and the App.

[@NoOne-yb8wj]

Hey, could you recommend blue yeti pro vs blue yeti x vs rode nt usb+ for voice and podcasts for MacBook? Thanks

[@Podcastage]

I personally prefer the sound of the NT USB+, so that's what I'd go for.

[@NoOne-yb8wj]

@@Podcastage thanks 🙏

[@ssc00p]

Neumann... most I liked... 😛

[@gyozakeynsianism]

Great review Bandrew. Not bad for a $170 USB condenser. I did like you T-balling the box right off the bat.

[@Stefan1978GER]

10:14 vs 04:54 usbmini vs usb+ 12:20 ntusb

[@essforsence2907]

90€ right now on amazon france :)

[@aurealara]

What would you call a treated room? Or more specifically - how much 'treatment' would consider sufficient to consider it a treated room? I know it's a very subjective question.. Thank you.

[@sm3Xsa]

Jeeez this is how you test and review a mic. Thank you, had to turn youtube upside down to find someone testing keyboard noise pick up.

[@kevin15535]

Probably because a lot of people have varying mic setups in terms of distance from the mouth/keyboard so the mileage may vary, but yea- it's definitely appreciated

[@OMGNIKIO]

what do I need for this microphone with a good response .. if I'm going to use it in my cell phone for singing too? ? (RODE NT-USB+) please.

[@maciellrodrigues]

I imagine that the owner of the channel is very busy, but I would very much appreciate his help, and if that's not possible, help can come from other people who have experience. I have an MK4 / sennheiser. My curiosity is whether this microphone would be able to replace it. I record audio books, radio and TV spots. I live in Brazil!

[@dmitryz2320]

I'm so lost in the mic selection. Based on your experience and all the amazing reviews you've done. What would be the ideal mic for someone working from home, untreated room, 1 ft away from the mic, on a boom from the side of the mouth, in a $100 range? I have constant outside noise from gardeners, subway, wife in the other room. Either USB or XLR. I feel like I can only trust your opinion! 🙏 I've looked at Quadcast, Rode NT, Wave 3, Wave DX...

[@JoseJuniorTech]

The upgrade I was waiting

[@robbyseager9536]

That was a great song!! :D

[@Breathtaker5000]

Been watching a bunch of your videos over the past week, looking for something in the $100-$200 range to do some voice-overs, and I think this is the one I'm going to go with :)

[@Podcastage]

Thanks so much for watching over the last week. I'm really glad that the videos have provided you information to make an informed decision. I hope you love the mic and it gives you years of faithful service making recordings for you.

[@helmanfrow]

Sounds really full and natural on your voice.

[@TubeDupe]

Sounds great even compared to the original NT-USB. I'm in the market for a mic for recording speech and was leaning towards the NT-USB. So now I'm leaning towards the NT-USB+.

[@TubeDupe]

PS For the money, the Razor Seiren Mini sounds impressive!

[@vaporizer1000]

just some bass boosted mic. Nothing so special. Maybe someone need it, but for me not prefer. For music better than for regular vioce recording. But big different create acoustic for listening. If someone watch this video on smartphone then I am sure he has a perfect sound from this mic. But I am hear it on regular full spectrum acoustic and I am not prefer this sound for regular voice recording in this case.

[@andygoodyear]

I was considering this for spoken word and singing, but I do have a low voice. You say that would cause issues - but what exactly?

[@sevincsaglam6002]

Which one should I buy for singing please urgently?

[@StefanGenov7]

I think the microphone sounds very good but the issue is the price.

[@Aaliyahchannel2024]

This guy is completely dead inside. Doing the same exact thing over and over and over. Oh a new mic test...how is this my life he asks

[@GoldRocketGamers]

I would buy this but the lack of a mute button really turns me off, can you recommend an alternative?

[@n-da-bunka2650]

The Sennheiser Profile might give a bit better bang for the buck as it can be had for about $50 less

[@theoffscouring777]

This always been a great USB but it sucks cause I’m sure this brings down the price of original I’m tryina sell

[@oddburton]

Fantastic review ... But I'm clearly not an audiophile. I couldn't here a lick of difference between any of them.

[@lyneicehaynes4922]

I only have a blue yeti microphone and I like singing.

[@helmanfrow]

I ripped a huge fart at exactly 12:36. Bandrew HOW DID YOU HEAR THAT😂

[@Nopillcaddy]

"Big Bottom" Talk about mud flaps, my girls gottem...

[@nierst2541]

I really like the old nt usb .. anyhow the usb+ has to much bass or is that because of my headphones? Im really unsure of what mic to get. I dont want any bass in my voice

[@krakkers-krakkers]

pls make video Rode XCM-50 vs Rode nt usb mini.. and they have new rode connect software btw

[@billlord4203]

For me, pretty good. Maybe it is just me, but on spoken word and some vox, the esses could be quite piercing. Did not like that, no sir, no sir. But pretty good.

[@playdoob]

agree, but could this be a pop filter issue?

[@billlord4203]

@@playdoob Well, Bandrew already is using the stock pop filter. I have used the v1 of this mic with the stock pop filter for narrating videos, and don't recall having this issue. To be fair, that was a few years ago, so I could be wrong. To your point, a lot of the times if you stick a foam windscreen on a mic it will tame the upper end. But you should not have to try to find a way to fix a mic when there are so many options out there that don't have this issue.

[@playdoob]

@@billlord4203 that’s true. Do u happen to know of any superior mics with usb c connectivity? Micro is the only thing keeping me from the MV7.

[@billlord4203]

@@playdoob I like the sE NEOM and it is similarly priced to the NT-USB+. It has C connectivity.

[@JoeSmith9021090210]

"Today I review a mic that I bought for $16, a mic that I had labeled the worst mic that I have ever used. The CAD U1 seems to be a revised version of the version I reviewed in 2015, and it is a massive improvement over the original. I do think it still has quite a few faults that you'll need to be aware of while using it. " ???

[@dranek]

I honestly feel like the Neumann isn’t that big of an upgrade in this case. It would be nice to hear this back to back with the NT1 5th Gen because I think the USB plus mic might sound better.

[@hanf71]

Hi, any idea how to connect rode nt usb to ipad pro 3rd gen? Cheers

[@jj6540]

i purchased the rode x xdm100 do i have to use the headphone out on the mic, i have a external usb dac plus amp that i use for audio that i would rather use for audio out can anyone help, im coming from using headset mic combos using a usb mic is new to me help help

[@zogun]

Rode NT USB+ vs Elgato Wave 3 ???

[@Dodgyguitarist]

Great Vid. What USB mic would you recommend for Acoustic Guitar?

[@danielbarakat]

One thing I just noticed is with all the other mics you had to hold up to your mouth, but the Rode stand is tall enough. That's kind of a big deal for me and I might sell my elgato for this

[@Sykogene]

compare this Mic to Tesla Model 3 pls

[@SeriousASMR]

They all sound the same in terms of ur voice. There may be differences in how each mic reaponds to ambient noises like the Rhoad seems to have a lot of built in filtering so its only good if its gonna be right up to your face and someone might want it if there going to be in a noisy environment with moving and squeeking and whatnots. I think too often people dont select the correct microphone for their needs such as all the folks that get a yeti to just use cardioid pattern. There needs to be some thought into the characteristics of a particular mic rather than "I just want to sound better" because you'll sound better with any mic and odds are if thats all your after all you need is a 30 or 40 dollar mic rather than a 170 dollar one you wont use half the features of anyway.

[@thomasbechard]

Olight i3t ti. Nice. Throw a lithium ion rechargeable 14500 in it and be amazed.

[@eddwardmusic]

So we still wait for Telefunken ELA M 251, Sony C800G and U47 CMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON

[@zoranstojanovski8407]

Can you please make review for fduce sl40 microphone?

[@eamonnmckay1676]

This is very, very helpful. New subscriber here, and I'm searching for the perfect mic, as such, as if such a creature exists. I do have a "too bass-y and low-mid-y of a voice," and I'm wondering if you had a recommendation for a mid-range $ mic that would work for me for spoken word? Rode Procaster has been suggested. I'm currently working with the H&A AC50, but that was inherited with the equipment I bought, and it's time to upgrade. I know this is a "how long is a piece of string? question, of course, but thought I'd ask anyway. Happy to receive any insights. TIA!

[@specnazbe]

Hello , does anyone know how many ohms it is able to driver exactly? I have for few months but i was not able to find it anywhere Its labelled as high power amp only. Thank you!

[@AngloSaxon1]

You should try the Sontronics Corona, it is made in England and is supposed to be a great mic for vocals.

[@ArisGerontakis]

Huge thumbs up for the PHYTHICAL mute button. Love your work.

[@jUNiORCS]

hello, how much was the input level of rode nt usb+ u used in this video?

[@souldja81]

Blue Yeti Nano sounds crisp and clean. AT and Neumann are also way better sounding.

[@DirectorsGarage]

There's a hollowness to this mic - some bass/lower mid bloom that isn't there on the original. I know you have a dead room, so it's not room resonance.

[@Podcastage]

I don't have a fully dead or perfect room so maybe there is room resonance. But it would likely be on both mics.

[@MRFUTURETECHNOLOGYGAMING]

Anyone else heard it just hear him sing Play guitar and his silliness

[@elizalkin]

Could you review the Beringer UMC404HD?

[@thomasfischer9259]

Ordered one for a simple plug and go high quality voice over through Audacity.

[@CreepyOz]

Hey man! Forgive the noob question, but when you say gain, does that mean the input volume that you find under the "sound" menu in macOS system settings?

[@Podcastage]

Yes that would be what I'm talking about. The more accurate title I should have given it was LEVEL.

[@syhler1876]

how will it do if i use a speaker infront my pc when gaming and chatting with others ?

[@TheRutefly]

The word we're looking for is: "decibel" :p

[@angeljorge5371]

Are you sure you didn’t get a sticker? I bet Rode took notes on not including the sticker with the mic they sent to you

[@ceboley2011]

You should review the Samson G track pro, see if it still holds up on 2022

[@gabrielaeklova6966]

Hello! Do you think/recommend, that it is worth to upgrade from the original NT-USB to NT-UBS+? Thank you!

[@gabrielaeklova6966]

I forgot to add - for streaming

[@allanwarsing]

I’m pretty sure you need to talk into the tip of the Blue Yeti X like everyone else on KZbin. It's a rule.

[@Godzillah]

Good to see USB go along way but too much feedback for my voice I try several now went back to xlr.

[@nithinkumar3839]

He didn't slam it so I'm not watching it.