Rode NT1-A Anniversary Condenser Mic Review / Test

[@djcuda]

I bought the sticker and it came with a DAMN MICROPHONE!

[@electronowo4543]

Mine too ! Damn Rode !

[@ysnclixs8343]

What kind?

[@Gemglor]

Nice. Hehehe

[@DavidBeede]

I've used this mic for year and really love it. A significant spec that wasn't mentioned is it has a self noise floor of 5dba. For those of us capturing quiet subtle instruments like dulcimers it's a huge plus! Keep up the great reviews.

[@iAmPyroglyph]

"Down the road" / "Down the Rode". You could have made a decent pun there.

[@hharliv]

Nope that would’ve been lame

[@AjaniGrim]

@@hharliv your uncle is lame

[@nhtheboy4363]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bestcondensermics2328]

Great video! - The NT1A is an amazing mic. I have been using it for years to record MANY different instruments. It tops alot of higher end mics. I used the NT1A in my KZbin videos as well. Thanks for the review!

[@Podcastage]

Happy to hear you like it.

[@Kxngred]

I got blessed and got this mic for free from a friend that doesn’t need it anymore. Ima start using it for music but I needed to hear how it sounded first and this sounds sooo crispy 🔥👀

[@SamOBrowne]

God damn I'm jealous lmfao

[@javiclase]

this channel is just so incredibly helpful. thank you. i can tell you put a lot in then

[@Podcastage]

Thank you very much.

[@NWGR]

Another great review Bandrew, thanks. :-) I think the best mic I've heard so far is the shure SM7B. Just amazingly clear and buttery smooth.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

No NT1 is better than SM7B. PL. WATCH BANDREW'S VS series.

[@NWGR]

@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th Depends on the users' voice. Both are amazing, but the sm7b works better for my voice.

[@ZuhairRocker]

Another verses series ep coming up ------ Nt1a vs nt1

[@ironmatic1]

It's Zuhair It doesn't need one. The NT1A is garbage compared to the new NT1.

[@snxwr6s]

its very easy to do it by yourself ... just open 2 tabs one with the NT1 and one with the NT1A review from bandrew and swith through the diffrent timestamps and there you have your own comparision :)

[@olddavidwho7313]

This or behringer b1?

[@Jacove]

This video was the deciding factor of if I should get this mic or not. Your videos are amazing dude, keep up the good work!

[@Podcastage]

Thanks very much! Happy to help!

[@MelMaltby]

This was perfect. I'm looking for a mic to start off my own mini home studio and this video was awesome! Answered all my questions about this mic. Thank you oh so very much!

[@Podcastage]

Very happy to hear that! =) That was the goal.

[@YOUNGFEAST91]

Thank you bro most def gonna grab is it good for rap vocals

[@hamitcampos4989]

Ah my favorite mike of all of the 1s my friend Neal demos.

[@MicahBuzanANIMATION]

This was super helpful! Thank you.

[@Podcastage]

You're so welcome! Thank You for the kind words!

[@OdeMalikIdrus]

Can you do NT1-A vs AT2035? Please :(

[@OdeMalikIdrus]

For music production

[@jnaime]

Yes would like to see the same please !!! I'm looking for a microphone for Saxophone recording but also valuable for voice (to make duet with a singer friend). Lot of people are saying that NT1A have too much high ends, so I'm thinking about the AT2020 but the offer of the complete package of the NT1A is very interesting ... (And I've heard about SE X1 too ...) ... I can't decide ^^

[@-fd]

so, what you decided?

[@HouseOfTingles]

How would you compare the NT1-A against the Audio-Technica AT2020 or AT2035? Fantastic channel by the way, just subscribed.

[@MORGENmusic]

I have the AT2020 now and im looking to upgrade to the NT1-A. From what I've heard and experienced first hand, the RODE is a lot crisper, the AT202 catches the more low end. The RODE overall has a brighter tone.

[@prodjavonci]

yarou get the nt1 because the nt1-a has too much bass towards it

[@gutenbird]

Javonci interesting.

[@egegulkaya2525]

@@prodjavonci is nt1a bassy?

[@prodjavonci]

@@egegulkaya2525 yeA

[@crunkmasterflex4790]

THIS IS AN AMAZING VIDEO

[@maxt774]

Hi! I just discovered your channel in the past week or so and have loved it so far! I have had the NT1A for a year and a half or so as my first condenser for recording music at home. I've been a little self conscious about my recordings (first song is coming out in a couple weeks!) since the NT1A gets so much hate online and that's what I used on the vocals. I definitely had to be pretty aggressive with a de-esser. I'm glad to hear you liked it for the most part! Do you still like the mic in 2024? Curious for your thoughts, as the online hate for it has really made me feel the need to upgrade to get better, more professional sounding vocals on my songs! Again, I love your channel! Thanks for all your reviews!

[@lolsensei5302]

first comment . love the quality of the channel keep up the work goin mate

[@donfredrick1111]

seeing the vocals with acoustic played underneath is super helpful!!

[@prodigalus]

whatttt T... is up with all that gear on the back right-hand side, and is it single.

[@RavidYa314]

thank you! you helped me make a decision!

[@splitdemon719]

Man great reviews, you got yourself here a subscriber. I want to upgrade my vocal recordings (mainly rock music). Currently using a 30$ Shure SV100 and I'm thinking of upgrading either for the NT1-A or the Shure SM58. My concern is: my room. It's not as soundproof as yours, but most of the walls are covered in canvas, posters, shelves with lots of books and stuff like that. Any thoughs?

[@anestis_mk6807]

very good capture.....i want to tell me if you buy all those mics to review them or if they send them to you...no offence your videos are all very good and honest.

[@GuitarMastr3000LP]

YAY the M3 in the background!!! That's a much better mic for its price than the NT1-A which is also hanging on my boom arm right now! I also reviewed it ;)

[@Podcastage]

Yeah that will likely be next week. I am dreading reviewing the headphones so I'm putting those off.

[@mohsend72]

Hey Bandrew! your videos helped me a lot deciding my gear. I recently got a Scarlett 2i2 and a Behringer B-2 Pro. I think it's a very decent sounding mic. I like to hear your take on it. cheers.

[@Podcastage]

I think it's already on the poll.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT1 has taken the place of NT1A.

[@akshayjain152]

Rode NT-1 Vs Rode NT-1A Vs Rode NT USB Which One Is Better Among Them?? #Podcastage

[@tuneunleashed]

MR.AKSHAY JAIN Rode NT1 overall but for Vocals Rode NT1-A

[@jasper_north]

Did you consider a windshield on it? You said down the rode...lol

[@rationalhuman5338]

Nice Review bro. Is this microphone good for rapping at home ?

[@MrAnime95]

very nice review

[@Podcastage]

Thank you!

[@MrAnime95]

no prob, btw i was wondering for an audio interface, which would you recommend over the other presonus or focusrite, within the $100 range?

[@GiacomoParrinello]

Not only you look and sound like Ted from HIMYM, but when you started playing the electric guitar I almost tought you were starting playing the theme song.

[@professerclever]

I finally tried this Mic after having bought it two years ago - seriously! I tried it with an XJR female connector to the mic and a jack plug to the mixer. Result. Nothing! Right at the start you said it was a female XLR to male XLR cable. I have so many cables, I am not sure if one came with the box or not, but tomorrow I shall connect said cable to the mixer which has a Phantom 48v power supply. I am praying that it will work and if it does, I will be eternally grateful for the information at the BEGINNING of your video and not left until twenty minutes in or omitted altogether, as I found with other reviews. Fingers crossed.

[@TheSecondC2]

Did it work?

[@andyandcallie]

@@TheSecondC2 I guess we'll never know.

[@rateme6166]

I use this microphone but people say i sound like shit on discord, any reason?

[@Tim_593]

have you fixed you problem or do you still need a troubleshoot?

[@BBShuu]

turn off most of the dumb settings they have in your voice and video settings

[@GuitarMastr3000LP]

I'll bet this is gonna be your most viewed video. I mean nearly every German KZbinr has used an NT1-A or is still using one.

[@egegulkaya2525]

is it too harsh or bright ? is it good for vocals ? have a nice day .

[@GuitarMastr3000LP]

Depends on your voice. It does have a presence boost which can make it sound harsh, but not if you have a bassy voice. Best thing is to visit a store and try them out.

[@AMKRECORDS]

i feel so metalic

[@saintangernew]

Have you acoustic room there ? Thanks !

[@Frank55]

To be honest, I never heard a Rode microphone that sounded really good...

[@androidgameplays4every13]

I never heard a Rode microphone that sounded really bad.

[@NotSirSnail]

If you don't upgrade to this mic, what are you doing?

[@jacquismusic4462]

Again excellent!! If I love this mic and the sound but I’m just starting out what’s your recommendation?

[@TeezoTarantino]

Im deciding on upgrading from the Blue Yeti to either a Audio-Technica AT2020, Blue Spark or Rode NT1-A which one should I buy? Im using this strictly for recording Vocals

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT1 black is best for vocals. See vs.

[@aabir2ndapril]

Please suggest me which one is perfect for a vocalist ... AT2020, AT2050, NT1A or LEWITT 440 PURE ?

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT1 black.

[@Simauan]

I was able to actually pick this off of Craigslist for only $100! I HAD to get it, with a deal like that. It works pretty well on my PC but I had some complications with setting it up. For example, It only plays from one side of a pair of headphones. Big bummer, thus, all my recordings are in Mono. I know you are not familiar with Windows; but I was hoping you could help? I have the Innogear Phantom Power supply with an XLR to 3.5 mm for a microphone. Should I, instead, get an XLR to USB adapter/cord and use that? What do you think?

[@Podcastage]

For this mic, I'd suggest a USB Audio Interface. And this mic has a single mic capsule, so all recordings will be mono.

[@Simauan]

Podcastage Thanks man. This is why you're my favorite channel in this field!

[@animadub8602]

awesome videos! more one subscriber!!

[@Podcastage]

Thanks so much man! Welcome!

[@LazarevDenisBalakovo]

why didn't you demonstrate the noise level of the microphone in complete silence?

[@EdoDijkgraaf]

Great! Another sticker! One thing Bandrew, can you please stop reviewing the microphones I already own? :) This is my favourite microphone. I love it! Very quiet. Not a microphone for (female) voices with a lot of sibilants though.

[@dierenfilmpjes5136]

Fantastic for the money!

[@juanv26]

time for a re review of this one_???

[@zaramomadi5569]

AT2020 finally has some competition AAAAA But since I'm not a pro yetttt AT2020 is probably my pick at this point. MOVING ON TO YOUR NEXT MIC REVIEW RIGHT NOW

[@Podcastage]

Zara. Haha. That's amazing that you're finding the videos helpful and you're able to narrow down the ones you like. I hope you found a microphone you're excited to record with. Best of luck!

[@prashant6387]

Is it a strreo mic or just it record mono?

[@soumyonath911]

which one is better this or the nt1

[@guy_withcurlyhair]

I've seen this mic used for rap vocals. I guess because ive heard it has a low noise floor and because it just works those type of vocals.

[@egegulkaya2525]

is it good for vocals ? i heard that the mic is too bright or harsh . What do you think ?

[@pandukartosedono4107]

I'm fairly new to this microphone stuff and i still don't understand some of it. I've been using the BM-800 mic for about 6 months now and i was wondering which USB microphone you recommend under 100 bucks. Thanks.

[@Podcastage]

Check my "Best USB Mic Under 100 video".

[@pandukartosedono4107]

Podcastage Thank you! I'm buying the Samson c01u!

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

Fifine.

[@willdbrady]

Yo you got that new york hipster song for sale? That is by far one of my favorites and i would buy it.

[@EveryCap]

Great video man! I have a question, can you plzz do a microphone give-away?

[@EveryCap]

Cause i really need one

[@FragaracGaming]

look at his budget mics... im sure you can find some great sounding affordable products... just save a little money and youll be able to have one in no time.. also most headsets/earbuds have built in mics

[@katmosslove]

Does the Scarlett come with the usb chord that plugs into your laptop?

[@Podcastage]

Yes it does.

[@trimithchatterjee161]

Hey man.. Another nice video.. Good going..I do have a request for u..If possible can u make a video on microphones that are ideal for people trying to set up a beginner utibe cover channel.. I'm pretty sure there are many who wanna see it..PS: mics under 100 dollarsThanks anyways.. :)

[@trimithchatterjee161]

*utube and by cover I mean song covers

[@ww4102]

This mic often gets a lot of hate for its somehow "harsh" high end. I remember that some guys from Gearslutz were saying that they can't make any use of its sound, and the nt1 is much better.

[@parthraychandani]

which is u prefer..nt1 or nt1a?

[@Podcastage]

What I prefer does not matter. Which one do you prefer?

[@ALiM4Do4SelfMusic]

🕓 Thank You.

[@simoshakur1025]

What stand are you using for the microphone?

[@ansissksiwnsjs]

Great video! After seeing this I’m guessing that phantom power won’t affect my line instruments right? Please respond I’ll be using a Scarlett 2i2 so just wondering if you could answer my question!

[@basilismakr.1236]

Hello, i wanna ask, if you play guitar and sing together does it pick up both sounds or one of them doesnt sound loud? or its just the position of the instrument?

[@guilhermebarreto3587]

Hey, you just kind of sang "Ana Julia"

[@vincentguevarra7797]

Which do you prefer, NT1-A or Blue Spark?

[@hamitcampos4989]

This 1 you can also get as a matched stereo pare. Which is what I'd love to do. So how do you like the new NT1 VS this 1? This is a 90s mike.

[@shrooms7683]

Can you review the Blue Bluebird? And do a versus with the Rode NT1-A?

[@Podcastage]

Already on the voting poll.

[@shrooms7683]

Podcastage Okay, thanks.

[@Nhire]

Just setting up my streaming station, especially since I'm moving and im looking for cheap mics people want to sell (from 200gbp to below 100 n stuff), and I have to say, whatever Mic i see, i type it on YT, and you have a video about every of them **. thanks man

[@rayansept5063]

what is your arm for the microphone?

[@RetroNero]

How do u get the acoustic spot for this microphone

[@manutencio]

Hello! I have the NT1A and I realized that it also works WITHOUT Phantom Power on... is this normal? I'm afraid they sold me a fake one.

[@ZacharyAllen-Thierry]

What do you guys think is better for music, the rode nt1a or the at2020? I have both and want to start singing soon. Or is it all just preference in regards to them both?

[@preetibharti8379]

Which is more good for singing/guitar a nt1a or a blue yeti??????

[@cIeetz]

thanks for the review nerd

[@priandana1329]

what do u think if i buy RODE NT1-A in 2020?

[@rev0lut10nz]

Absolutely not. I hope you waited until 2021. Much better year to buy it.

[@Neethan3247]

I am looking to get into professional voice acting. I would like to use something with my laptop so I don't think NT1-A would work. I was recommended Technica At2020 but I am not sure. Would you be able to recommend me something?

[@fatraccoons2158]

parag3247 MK4 pro, rip wallet

[@Spikey100000]

What makes the anniversary version different?

[@RoshanRoyHere]

This or the Electro Voice Re320??

[@Podcastage]

I haven't tested RE320 so I have no idea.

[@INTERNETSOPHI]

does this mic need a pre amp??? please help, this mic is not going to line level for me...

[@Drashika]

This may sound like a silly question, but what kind of swivel mic stand do you recommend?

[@hushkins4525]

Podcastage Do you have a website where I can vote on your next review because I saw a comment of yours that said something about voting

[@snxwr6s]

www.geekrising.com/podcastage

[@MaxAver]

Have you reviewed MXL v67 line? Sounds like same league mics

[@Podcastage]

It should already be on the poll.

[@MaxAver]

Podcastage What else is on the poll?

[@Ober1kenobi]

That's a big ass box.. I hope you smashed it xD

[@bibleentries]

what are your levels on the audio software on your computer when recording this?

[@Ethicalh0cker]

In in-door situations where the room isn't acoustically treated, do you generally recommend cardioid mics (such as NT1) than to use shotgun microphones because shotgun microphones cancels the phase of sound recorded from mic's sides? should i buy for voiceover Rode NT1 or AT2020 ? or which one ? Thank you

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT1 black.

[@JarnoSuni1]

​@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th what relevance does the color have?

[@MariusVideoOfficial]

I have a Tannoy TM1 and I think is the same rebranded, It has the exact same shape, the same self noise (0,5dbA less)...nice microphone...I'd like to discover the differences

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

Better buy NT1 black.

[@RawMangoYT]

This was very helpful...Thank you

[@youtubetv5528]

I drop my rode should it still be good

[@lenink9788]

Hi Bandrew, a stupid fundamental question. Condenser mic picks up background noise. When, it's connected to DBX 286s, with Expander/Gate, will i be able to control the background noise and use it like dynamic mic (rejecting most of the background noise)? - Thank you in advance!!!

[@voxwah75]

Can you make a review of the Studio Projects B1 large diaphragm mic

[@phillipmusicgalaxy4470]

i got the same microphone and audio interface but while recording my vocals it makes glitch sounds .....what should i need to do to fix it....and among its xlr pins of microphone one is longer than other two ...is it manufacture defect or it is the original structure?

[@ittotaq]

what if i can buy this mic for the same price of "cheaper entry level" mics?

[@prasanthmuthu4686]

any website to buy second hand mic??

[@Sebzthesmooth]

Please can you review the 'LyxPro SMU-1' USB Mic? Please do so!

[@olddavidwho7313]

So I can use just regular phantom power or it has to be audio interface?

[@Podcastage]

I only suggest conencting these to your computer with a USB AUDIO INTERFACE.

[@olddavidwho7313]

:(( thats another 100 bucks at least.. is there anything cheaper?

[@olddavidwho7313]

Could you suggest me some that would work well with this mic for the lowest price?

[@olddavidwho7313]

Yo I just got across your video with Behringer um2 u-phoria, would that work well for this mic?

[@joanm.c.]

nice vid

[@MariusVideoOfficial]

Ho thank you for videos! Is It very low noise? Can you test the Tascam TM80?

[@Jeber]

Hi, i just wanted to say i like your videos but i have some advices if you dont mind, each video i saw about you reviewing something it's pratically the same words or sentences, try to add a funky music in the background but not in all the video to hear what's the microphone really sounds like, and i can see u're a well living person so do not hesitate to add some jokes because poeple love who make them laugh, i wanted to say that because reviewing each time microphones with such price it's very difficult to get that money back with videos, anyways keep your good work you deserve a lot more than 20K subs, wish you all the best.

[@Liowen]

Music in the background of a mic review would be a bad idea honestly, I have seen it done on others and it is annoying trying to pick out any background noise with something constantly plinking in the background. And honestly the ones I have seen it from get the microphone gave to them so my guess is that they are using the music to cover up something wrong with the product, I would rather hear the product for what it is and form my opinion on it that way.

[@Podcastage]

JEBER. You're right. I do repeat a lot of the same stuff in these videos, and I can definitely see that getting repetitive. I have just been in a constant struggle to get these videos as short and to the point as possible while providing all the useful information I can. I have come across one too many review video that consist of 5 minutes of jokes and 30 seconds of testing. I prefer to get right into the tests. I will try to add some jokes in though. As far as adding music to the background, I agree with LIOWEN. That would make it very difficult to hear the actual microphone, and the noise generated by it. I pride myself in providing as accurate a representation of the microphone as possible, with no processing, and nothing to confuse the people researching the mics.

[@FragaracGaming]

Im actually fine with you repeating lines.. If you think about it.. it can help add to the review if youre comparing 2 different mics... I say keep it up podcastage! and as always.. love your vids

[@vivianwhite6052]

I love the fact that you do all the pretty much all the same kinds of tests, even saying pretty much the same things, when reviewing different pieces of equipment. It makes it so much easier to compare things. I think you're a fantastic resource for that reason. And, you do throw your own flare into the videos. I'm always hopeful that there will be a sticker in the box just to see what you'll do with it, haha. Your videos have been a huge help in my research for getting my first mic setup!

[@woabeatz9717]

Podcastage -ha ha....he said do jokes....you're no puppet....

[@sk8girls13]

id be pretty cool if you could do the Marantz MPM-1000 for your beginner audience. thanks m8

[@nicanorkarinachristian6175]

Just bought this mic and im getting alot of hissing when recording my other mic is not very good but doesnt have the hissing issue. Do you know what that could be from?

[@lachlanbird8963]

and then down the ROAD. #acedentalpun at 3:20

[@EJR20]

What would your personal preference be between this and the Blue spark SL? For pro home recording.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT1 black will serve you the best. The mics named by you are a little coloured and little harsh at top end.