Rode NT-USB Mini Review / Test (Compared to Rode NT-USB, Blue Yeti, and More)

[@rodemic]

I think the reason the box was thrown so hard was because we didn't include enough stickers. Don't worry, we'll make up for it next time 😉 But great review! Thanks for checking out the NT-USB Mini!

[@Podcastage]

Exactly. I was suffering sticker withdrawal. I wasn’t in a good mindset. Thank you for sending it out for me to check out. Appreciate y’all.

[@MikeBroderick33]

Rode, weigh that sucker down with tons and tons of stickers.😉

[@reggiep75]

#SSSTIKKUUUURRRZZZ

[@rars0n]

@@Podcastage Dude, you have so much clout that Rode is not only commenting on your videos, but also making inside jokes. Wow.

[@blue.sunset]

I've never seen anyone throw a box like that! I'm going to buy a Rode NT Mini from Thomann. I like the quality, the design and the price 😀

[@ThePantheons]

THIS was THE mic review and test i was waiting for. Those tests compared to other models is sooo helpful not just for this but for all others to compare. Thank you man.

[@Apollo93]

Best Review I've ever seen in my life, and I have seen many.

[@Podcastage]

That really means a lot to me. Thank you so much. Happy to know it was informative.

[@adrianbarac3063]

I hear ya. That was just fantastic.

[@ryanrobinson6022]

I give out likes and replies very frugally. This was incredible. Truly the best review of anything I've ever seen.

[@EternalArrow]

Agree!

[@bullyprogramming1440]

i just finished reading your comment with donald trump accent

[@KarlRock]

Such a detailed review mate. Thanks. I'm gonna grab the NT-USB Mini, I just need it for voiceovers on KZbin.

[@francoisguillon4766]

I'm just looking for a microphone for voiceover, do you think it's better than a rode nt usb + (because it's less sensitive) or a senheiser profile ?

[@SasukeKunGaming]

@@francoisguillon4766 Same question :(

[@hasantomuk]

@@francoisguillon4766Apogee Mic Plus🙏

[@curtisjudd]

Nice work, Bandrew! Good to hear the comparisons with the "Back to the NT-USB Mini" in between.

[@Podcastage]

Thanks so much Curtis. Can’t wait to hear your review and take on it.

[@nemeth-it]

Wow, I've watched a lot reviews and comparsions for microphones on KZbin. But this one was one of the most detailed and satisfying ones I've ever seen. Good work and keep it up!

[@ledgeri]

Finally: Someone who compares with abacad way! THANKS!

[@Frostfear]

I wish there would be a guy like you in every tech department to compare stuff in this way . you just tell everything I want to hear.

[@Carl-Camera]

The COMPARISON section is FANTASTIC. The VideoMic NTG and G Track Pro were my favourite. Thank you Bandrew for being so awesome, your videos have helped me a lot over the years and I'm glad you finally blew up LOL.

[@nuaaru1158]

Now THIS is what I call a review! I've been recommending NT-USB Mini to people as one of the great starter mics for live streaming and now I have a video to link with my recommendation. Still trying to find a dynamic, perhaps super cardioid, USB mic to recommend for those who have acoustically untreated rooms or Cherry MX Blues.. :)

[@jonhartman6841]

As of 2020-08-17 this is the best review / comparison video I've ever seen in my life.

[@sholao.1344]

So true!

[@gazzapax56]

Willie Nelson’s “Back on the Rode Again” .... this has been the best review, by far, that I’ve seen :) thank you for this detail.

[@ravirajesh5007]

Best review ever seen on KZbin. So practical and almost scientific. Thanks a lot

[@NaturallyNellzy]

The way he threw the box😂. Thank you for this review. It was VERY helpful.

[@Podcastage]

Happy to hear it helped. Thank you for the kind words.

[@prasanna3378]

@@Podcastage *RODE NT USB mini vs Razer Siren Mini, which should I pick for youtube singing/music videos.* (I don't have too much base in my voice, but I still want them for sounding melodious, and I have quite good mid-range and some thin high pitch, which many mics don't handle well and sound harsh don't want to sound nasaly either. So what would be your suggestion for a budget good quality natural sounding USB mic ?) Please can you reply, I rely on you. And this's gonna be my first microphone. 😊😇

[@jonathanfriz4410]

My ears thanks the warning to loud volume, you're a really cool guy for that! Very, very good review also.

[@DavisTibbz]

"What an absolute shocker, we are back to the Mini USB" 😄😄😜

[@hazardc2983]

i had to pay a bit extra for my samson Q2U, had to get it shipped from the states to the u.k, and is STILL the top microphone for me, so under rated and punches above its price range... smashing more expensive brands.

[@EhrgeizTV]

Really looking forward to the Q9U!

[@martinkulik9466]

I just checked this mic and it's frequency reponse is within 50Hz-15kHz....should be 20hz -20khz

[@moindermeyn]

Martin Kulik You don‘t need 20-20 for voice.

[@NightFoxXIII]

I was just looking for the specified model you have here but you including to all these similar USB/Podcasting type mics and other comparable mics was sooooo helpful. Thank you so much doing this very exhaustive comparison. This is what I really needed. Thanks again!

[@JustXavier]

This helped me A LOT! THANKS man. Loved how you kept jumping back and forth so we didn't have to keep rewinding to compare. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@friedelhansen3429]

Sounds to me like a pretty good mic for narration or voice-over. I like the sound and timbre. Thanks for convincing me that this is the one.

[@someone_at_large]

OMG this is the most practical test/review of almost all the KZbin that I have seen!! (I certainly spent way too much on KZbin reviews lol) Love all the practical test, knock the arm, blue switch, etc.. and all the comparisons with different mic. awesome job. subscribed instantly:)

[@scpplesetan]

I watched this video maybe more than 20 times. And went to some other guys reviewing the same product and went back here. I bought ATR 2100x from your review and now still considering buying this Rode or maybe its mother the bigger one. Greetings from Indonesia. Your performance is awesome.

[@mtyEyes]

It's so rarely when it's enough to watch only one product review but you've nailed it. You mentioned everything I've wanted to know

[@jordancrawford1063]

I think this video should be longer. We need a cinematic variant! RODE NT-USB MIC REVIEW -- END GAME!! GREAT WORK, super comprehensive and all the little segments are so cool! KILLER JOB!

[@notsobizzy]

As always, I'm here for the PIZZA PRONTO! mmmkay thanks!

[@Podcastage]

Care to share some pizza, pronto!

[@maxmustermann194]

You are doing such comprehensive reviews and comparisons. Never stop!

[@homesteadonomics]

Really super in depth review... thank you! And I really enjoyed your singing clip too!

[@elkoalah]

Thank you! El review que buscaba!

[@elkoalah]

I'm still searching the perfect mic for me.. My budget is 170$

[@Podcastage]

Finding the perfect mic is very difficult. What are you currently using? What do you not like about the microphone you’re currently using? What would you like your next microphone to improve upon? What do you want the mic to sound like?

[@elkoalah]

​@@Podcastage I'm using a generic mic neewer 800, my room aren't treated, I live in a front of a main Street. My actual mic capt a lot of echo and noise. I just want a mic that can solve that.. I will use the mic around of 10cm of distance. I eventually do colaborations in my channel. . so i need the others functions.. I think the yeti X is good but then I meet the Samson G track pro and I am so confused haaha. thank you four you patience!

[@Twisted_Prince]

@@elkoalah sounds like you would be better off with a dynamic mic than a condensor, unless you are considering getting your room treated, my knowledge isnt anywhere near bandrews but if youre looking for a budget option, the Behringer Ultravoice XM8500 is a great choice. The samson Q2U is even better but more expensive.

[@elkoalah]

@@Twisted_Prince thanks! I will consider that option! My curse is that I live in front of a main avenue. my room vibrate when passed a truck haha

[@__entiendo]

Definitely going to be my first mic. Sounds really good for only 100 dollars and I do not want to delve too deep with XLR

[@JAShulwe]

That Rode mic USB mini honestly sounded the best with the simplest of setups!!

[@VEBco]

I agree.

[@beancooks]

Dude this is the best review I’ve watched on this mic. You’ve really covered everything I want and need to know. I’m sold on this mic. Thank you for your well thought out video.

[@PandaDaze]

Finally, a review that gets to the points and covers all bases. All questions answered.

[@FlightHours]

You made an undesirable microphone research project not only entertaining, but laugh-out-loud funny. Thanks! Also nice voice man, you can really sing.

[@jmsuccess_]

Comparison is on point, jumping back and forth from mic to mic is a great way to notice very minuscule and detailed differences, spot on dude!!!

[@Podcastage]

Thank you very much!

[@SKIMER]

Great job! I actually found out about that mic from your Twitter account. You even compared it with AT2020! (unfortunately not the USB version, but apparently they're close enough) Thanks to you I might consider buying this mic

[@Podcastage]

Yeah. I took the suggestions from twitter on what to compare it to.

[@alexkim4231]

This level of analysis/review is exactly what I was looking for!!! Fantastic!!!! Thank you!!!

[@thatdorkyguy1558]

Never watched any of your videos before and just happened to check this out. I think I got to around 14 minutes before I checked to see how long I had been watching, meaning, I was entertained for 75%+. Well done and thanks for the comparison of the 50 mics, haha.

[@khullaryash]

One of the best reviews I have watched till date. The comparisons are so on point!

[@TrentKennelly]

This is the most in-depth review I've ever seen. Amazing!

[@RTL2L]

The best microphones reviwer on KZbin. Ver thorough. Thank you!

[@CoachNation]

Since I buy microphones based solely on the packaging so that my purchasing decision isn't distracted by how they sound, I'm primarily interested in reviews about mic boxes - can you do a comparison of them that evaluates their qualities along with close mic'ing of how the boxes sound when striking the wall and floor?

[@PichurrisCum]

Lol

[@WolfgangMage]

LOL

[@shimeih2287]

I watched the whole video just so that the channel can get full watch time otherwise 3 minutes within the review I was already sold. Already ordered mine for my first podcast.👍🏽👍🏽

[@charliedee2271]

This man KNOWS how to make a good quality video. Thanks dude, so helpful!

[@hariskhan3570]

Omg. You are my new favorite reviewer on youtube. Throwing the box like that literally made me laugh out loud 😂

[@benjaminruiz8900]

The Samson G-Track pro was a different sound , it caught my attention. The Audio Technica At2020 is real nice. i been useing for 5 years now and still making the extra cash with it. Great vlog.

[@annanadal6101]

those lyrics! will certainly not be a problem unless people get to minute 12:25 and understand the 'reptile' point of view: LOL! Bravo for your review, very professional and fun at the same time. Has helped me decide what to choose. Thanks, Podcastage!

[@mr.hemlock2099]

I've bought my forever mic and still find myself coming back to watch your videos on the offchance you convince me to buy another.

[@Podcastage]

What’s your forever mic?

[@mr.hemlock2099]

@@Podcastage A CAD e100s. It fits my voice really well, and I bought a nice pop filter to deal with the plosives issue you included in your review.

[@uwestgt8896]

I like the way you provide us with sound samples from different distances etc. very much. Makes your channel very useful and unice.

[@taladwhy]

Just ordered Rode big brother already. Thanks for your many reviews. I watched all week long considering Yeti, G track and Rode.

[@untitled01ipynb]

whoa this is probably the best tech review I have ever watched. you sold me on this one! Time for another rode in the family!

[@BeanieDraws]

Massive kudos for such a thorough comparison. So it sounds pretty damn good, slightly dissapointed, though not very surprised that the audio isn't quite as good as the RODE NT USB. But it's good for the price (so long as you put it on a mic arm)

[@Podcastage]

My pleasure Beanie. Thanks for checking it out. I do think above the $100 price point there are some nicer sounding options, and then when you look at XLR, there are a lot more options that I think would be a better option.

[@Reaglejuice89]

this was a great demonstration. the side-by-side comparisons were super helpful. thank you for this.

[@millhousekidstv9894]

I think I like your humor; it took me a bit to get used to, but your humor combined with facts and real life use cases impressed me. Well done

[@155petite]

All the effort put in for this mini mic review 😭😭😭 A+ for effort!!! 🥰

[@orhanleblebici]

not just for mics, best review of a product in any category... Thank you

[@Vaibav]

If only more reviews of all tech products were this thorough with heir approach for designing review content for us viewers. He even told us about the gain button which acts as a button as well. no other reviewer covered. just saying he is awesome :)

[@maldoran9150]

This has helped me A LOT when deciding what to buy. Thanks for the extensive comparisons!

[@Daecard]

Hello again :D 06:35​ - Audio Technica AT2020 08:45 - Rode NT-USB Thank You, but still waiting for a full comparison between these two

[@rars0n]

This was far more interesting than I expected, primarily because of the desktop-mounted testing. For a brief second there, I thought "oh it's got a little magnetic stand, cool." But I hadn't even thought of how useless that is until you demonstrated it. Not only is the sound rather bad, the desk noise comes through loud and clear as does the keyboard. I'm actually sitting here wondering what they even thought the point of that stand is, considering it's nowhere near tall enough to be at all useful.

[@alimuhammad8585]

Freaking love it when he throws the box with no expression afterwards 😂

[@TheIndieGamer]

Someone needs to put together a compilation of all your guitar/vocals test sections! Always my favourite part of your videos!! Great vid as always my friend! 👍😁

[@vanbtst]

This is an awesome review! really appreciate showing the difference of the mics, it was very helpful for like us who are looking for good mics out there to start on podcasting :)

[@jerrylu5694]

Thanks a lot for your reviews. As to your question, I currently use Samson Q2U as my mics for podcasting and it just fits everything I need for recording and producing heavy conversations in ordinary space.

[@JulianCrisp94]

Best. Review. Ever. Finally some real tests and information. Great video mate. Earned my sub!

[@jmbgermany]

Danke!

[@nicane-9966]

0:48 best part in the vid as usual! i love your vids man even when im not getting any of those.

[@Fwaywoko]

This is the best review of a mic I have ever heard and seen in my life

[@NissiASMR]

I appreciate your hard work. ♥️🙌

[@AsterixVonTWC]

You are one of the most skilled reviewers out there brother! Love the scientific method :)

[@mementomori8465]

You did a great job with this video. Content could be irrelevant when you put so much time into something. Def earned an unexpected sub

[@nscaledelights]

You and Curtis sure did a good job of testing this microphone which I have to admit sold me on buying it for myself and a budding streamer.

[@Uncle_Fat]

I bought Rode NT-USB Mini be my first microphone to record guitar today, thanks Podcastage and this review.😘

[@Fluware]

When I want to learn a mic I just trust this guy

[@knoxsense8535]

I bought this last year! Amazing review 👏🏼👏🏼🤟🏼🔥🔥

[@peternapoliello2490]

Hands down the best review presentations on KZbin. Bravo & Thanks!

[@bennson13]

It's so fucking refreshing to have a review that includes no nonsense mic tests. Props to you for this review!

[@iward940]

This is the best mic review I have ever seen, and I’ve watched way too many of them.

[@kcopen]

This is a great review. I've never seen a review that showed examples from so many different cases, that was really helpful.

[@kris.monroe]

This is an excessively useful video. Thank you SO much for every example (close/far, keyboards, mount options, yada yada) ... Thorough and appreciated job.

[@getoutandshoot8496]

You put in so much work into this and it's SUPER SUPER helpful: THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!

[@dileepnktv]

You must be the God of Microphone Reviews. Great work!

[@menoats]

Very good singing. I purchased this microphone and I am very impressed.

[@kesamek8537]

Nice, sounds like it has that mid push and respectable smoothness to make post processing less trouble for singing.

[@victorshikhman]

An added bonus to this and a few other Rode USB mics is a pretty good audio software that comes with it. Really simplifies a lot of podcasting kind of stuff.

[@jhowie]

hi, have you got issues with distorted audio when Noise Gate is selected on the Rode Connect software? Everything else is very good with this mic. I use it when I can't be bothered with my Rodecaster. But that noise gate makes my audio choppy for some reason. Already tested 2 Mac computers and still the same result. I only added the Noise Gate in Garageband.

[@DJAultric]

I just love when you throw the boxes on every microphone review, but this box throw was the best in my opinion, so aggressive and hilarious, *those damn boxes*

[@deebee5045]

What a fantastic review.. the only one I have EVER seen with real life interaction

[@abrax5]

Thanks for the competent review - agree on the nasal tonality emphasis but couldn't quite put it into words until you described it.

[@krisaustria8652]

Love your reviews. They've been helping me in my search for my starter mic for VO work. Thank you!

[@impatrickt]

I love the size for travel. Amazing video.

[@Podcastage]

Patrick Tomasso thanks so much Patrick. That means a lot coming from you. Appreciate ya.

[@hoyle19771]

This is the best review I have ever seen. Salute!

[@envsigsegv8704]

barely send any reviews on videos whatsoever. But your approach is awesome. Thanks for the content :) Format helps to understand the implications on the product and compare it to other offers.

[@jandromoll4651]

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[@rakshitr6710]

Superb. Grt review. Salute to Hardwork for the video. Detailed review. 👍👍

[@eddyLama]

best review process ever...i admire the dedication, going to buy it next week! thx a lot

[@BindlestiffGames]

I don't care if the rest of the video is trash (it won't be). That throw has earned an instant like.

[@ThomyEzpi]

I can't believe I didn't know this guy as reviewer before. What a great review!

[@brian-lord]

Great review! Thx. Answered all my questions and more. Rode NT-USB and Blue Yeti here I come! Also get an NT-USB eventually.

[@Installator1]

That was a lot of work comparing all these mikes! Very insightful, thank you 🙏🏼

[@akarca]

hayatımda izlediğim en iyi inceleme videosuydu. it was the best review video I have watched in my life.

[@RT-lc1nj]

Wow that was really informative. I think the NT-USB Mini is great. Haven't bought it yet as just browsing through reviews, which your review is best by far. Thank you :-)

[@keeshux8049]

Your reviews are impressively precise and professional. Great stuff.