Rode NT2a vs NT1a (and a CAD e100s)

[@Podcastage]

We miss you Mike. Come back.

[@mechanicalmonk2020]

Just saw this comment and panicked thinking Mike stopped doing this 10 months ago. False alarm 😅. I'm sad to know KZbin experienced a time without Mike Delgaudio. Good thing I wasn't around then.

[@thatLukeKneller]

NT-2A sounds best overall to my ears! Thanks

[@kimmccranie6623]

To me both mics are the same

[@mr.horror3858]

Yes....new ears....

[@Leroy1995]

Nt2a sounds smoother then the nt1a

[@chromax1619]

It is but considering the price... Uhm, wont matter that much.

[@richardk.7700]

Great comparison of the 3 mikes. Personally, I thought the non-Rode mic sounded a bit covered in tone, like the limited treble frequencies coming from a portable cassette player’s speaker. The NT2-A seemed to have more clarity.

[@workingclasshero28]

Thanks o

[@jdallatezza]

I found your channel just for simple pop filter comparisons, but I ended up watching the rest just for your voice - so relaxing!

[@costak7679]

That intro killed me dead. I came back to life and watched the rest of the video. Great comp of two great Rodes

[@lillylightlove4229]

It is the most professional review found on KZbin for this microphone. That's why now I understand really why I should take the NT2A.

[@EstudioT.A]

Super useful video, thanks a lot !!! I have the NT2A years ago and never touched the -80, -40, etc...so, now I understood the differences very well :) greetings from Spain

[@JothanGurr]

I like the clarity of the NT2A on your voice although the CAD is a little warmer

[@ZackScriven]

Your name has mic and audio in it.

[@alexrmartin1421]

I will be setting up my studio for podcasting once I'm home from working/travelling abroad later this year. This video has been super helpful. Thank you for the great tips and advice!

[@renstarhurst3302]

NT2 SOUNDS MASTERED AND CLEAN

[@SJohnsonVoiceOvers]

I have a discontinued Monoprice 600850 lollipop condenser mic that has all the same features of the 2A and I love the versatility. Have you ever heard of it, Mike?

[@samsicles_jr]

Enjoyed this vid, and the way you explained the different patterns was succinct and helpful.

[@johnjackson8902]

NT1A sounds a bit harsh to me. It has too much low end IMO making it sound a bit boomy but the high end is also a little to thin and harsh giving the mic a very uneven tone to my ears. The E100s sounds better than the NT2A to me.

[@ThinBlueLaneRVLife]

I use the Rode NT 1 with the Rode AI 1 interface. Just wanted to see your opinions.

[@AlexStavi]

nt1a, like you said, to much eq'ed. the lows are too prezent along with the highs, compared to nt2a, which is more flat. But i don't have found yet what to choose between nt2a and the e100s. E100s sounds that the highs are just a bit more prezent than the nt2a. Thanks for the review

[@nf829]

i like the nt2a just because of the extra capabilities. Like for instance if you do ever decide to do a podcast and interview people or even in a duet mode. Just a few extra features that actually make it better

[@harihabicht6251]

Didn't know Mark Hamill has a KZbin channel xD

[@wb6804]

Nt2a almost sounds as if its putting out a "mastered" audio with it being crisp, sharper and giving more of a crushed sound while still sounding warm. The NT1a is slightly quieter but very warm imo. Both are very excellent mic's, none is better than the other. Depends on your own voice and preference. Great channel.

[@zezesilver]

Another Booth Junkie-certified video to cheer up your day : )

[@jasonrandom]

Always quality work brother!

[@McSynth]

I love the NT1A - but have to agree about the top end being a bit too hot !

[@vinogrono]

NT1a sounds warmer for me.

[@invsibl_monstrs]

It was fun to watch this video. I've owned the NT-2A for 15 years or so and it just suits my voice well. I have tried a lot of other mics and I just keep coming back to my Rode. For folks shopping, take your favorite pair of headphones and try out as many as you can... This one wasn't on my radar, but I immediately loved it once I tried it in the store. Final note... and some folks might really disagree with me on this, but if I'm in a situation where I am moving around some, the figure 8 pattern seems to help balance the amplitude and proximity... you just have to be aware of what is behind the mic.

[@TheBluesine]

I agree, the 2A sounds better with your voice..

[@DavidHarry]

Great video. For straight dialogue there's not really enough in it to justify the 2A. That's where the 1A scores well, as a straight no nonsense cardioid with a nice upper presence that doesn't cost too much. However, you'd be totally justified for spending the extra on the 2A if you've got more uses beyond a straight cardioid dialogue/vocal mic and could do with multi patterns, padding etc. for instrument work etc. Cheers, Dave.

[@galgrunfeld9954]

I think I get why he likes the CAD e100s more - it sounds more "breathy" - like more air comes through, and perhaps that's more natural to his voice, depending on what it sounds like to an average human ear. And I think it sounds more pleasant, like he thinks, because it's more breathy. It sounds great to me for reading books, especially, and for a calm, low, warm voice for a character for voice acting (that his voice is like). The NT2a sounds more condenced and less "wide" with the sound.

[@Chhenu]

Get NT1. Its neutral without higher boost and all that stuff. If you want that, it always can be adjusted with a simple equaliser. What you need is a decent neutral fuller sound without any boost ups on certain frequencies.

[@Rolandogsd]

BEST INTRO EVER

[@gnostie]

Great video. What I've got to find now is an NT1 vs NT2a comparison.

[@The_Paya]

IMO, I'd recommend Rode NT's for women vocals. Sounds about right in that range.

[@hatoryhanzo3688]

whats the mic for mans ?

[@hatoryhanzo3688]

idunno mon*

[@hatoryhanzo3688]

@idunno mins

[@ArthurOseven]

moans? XD

[@tobyduckinson278]

His voice makes me want to fall asleep i don’t know why 😂😂

[@TheMrKeksLp]

NT2-a sounds more refined and professional but I like the sound of the NT1-a more

[@EU_DHD]

The Nt 2A sounds flatter than the others. A more "grown up" sounding microphone in my opinion. What I mean by that is that kids these days usually enjoy their EQ like a smiley face, and by having a flatter sound signature, there's more you can do than just please those who want it to sound good from the box. The CAD on the other hand is more of a specialist item in my book. You don't get it to sound flat, you get it because it sounds like an E100s and that's the sound you're after. The NT 2A, I can imagine you can have a bit more say in what you want it to sound like in post.

[@TheZeroSbr]

Have you seen the CAD's frequency response chart? It's one of the flattest graphs you'll ever see on a mic. Your ears are wrong.

[@dannylocuvideo]

I like more the sound of the Rode NT2A. The e100s sounds more eq but flatter but I dislike that microphone because of the self noise problems. It should be interesting to listen a shoot out Rode NTK (tube condenser) vs MKH 416. They could sound similar.

[@dannylocuvideo]

Shi Womino yes It does not 'cause It was repair time ago. Mike did a video last year when He explains the self noise of his microphone. Someone else had the samen problems. You can read buyers comments and you will note that they've had self noise problems with the E100s. I think, It's a lottery to get a good one.

[@mageprostudios4334]

Danny the spanish Voice Over I can vouch that my e100s is clear of self noise. It rivals and may actually beat my 416.

[@dannylocuvideo]

I love the CAD E100S, I think that could be the perfect microphone for me. I am going to buy a new microphone this month and I am looking seriously to the TLM 103, because I am afradi of self noise problemas that could have the E100S and I am not living in the US, so If I buy one with self noise problems, I could lost my money. It´s a lottery to get a clean one.

[@mageprostudios4334]

Danny the spanish Voice Over that is a clear reason to consider. Getting service for mics made elsewhere with no local representation can be a gamble. If Iight suggest finding a local reseller to pick up the CAD brand, that might be helpful. OR, making your sale through a US company that agrees to deal with any issues of you purchase from them.

[@dannylocuvideo]

There is no company taht sells the CAD here. So, I am considering to buy a neuman or maybe the Shure KSM32. One of these mics will be fine for me.

[@bleekblaw5446]

I like my NT2A. Sounds great! Like to use omni setting to record drums helps get the ambience of the room.

[@elijahharing]

Better than a Rode NT1?

[@user-xd8vw3jj2s]

Which would you recommend between NT1 (not nt1a) and NT2a?

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT2A is better for Vocals i.e. for singing and voice over. NT1a is better for instruments recordings. That is what co. says about theses mics. NT2a is also not too bad for instruments.

[@the1prince]

How do you feel about your NT1 vs the NT2A for a similarly gravelly Male voice?

[@chuckschillingvideos]

Yep, the pad is for recording amplified sources.

[@mageprostudios4334]

Hey Haircut! I can imagine where the NT 2A is a good choice. I think there are way more whistles and bells that a typical VO might need. I'm a bit partial towards the e100s, but the NT did have a fairly smooth sound (compared to the 1A). Is it a 'match' for the CAD? Depends upon who is using it.

[@muldersfile4504]

My Analysis of all 3: NT 1A is too sparkly and piercing. NT 2A more to my style of sound. Very smooth and similar to the warm sound of a U87 that sounds almost like nothing special before you realize how moldable it is because of it’s smoothness during mixing. Btw...CAD E100 and E100S are my favorite mics ever!! I call them “unicorn mics” because they are somehow affordable and yet really unique and amazing sounding on a level so high that they can go up against anything in the industry and hold they’re own. They are so warm and hot-buttery smooth, but here...I definitely prefer the NT2A over the E100s....but an original, vintage E100 with the gold grill is a different story! The NT2A smooths out Esses before even processing/mixing...but e100S is just as good and is so moldable and beautiful that who gives a damn about doing some quick, basic EQing to it if needed?

[@brunoscarazzati]

Your voice is much more beautiful with Rode NT2a compared to other microphones! His voice was brilliant but it was also warm with beautiful bass. For me the Rode NT2a has a quality above its price. I saw some videos that he is compared to the renowned Neumann, and fortunately the Rode NT2a did very well! That was one of the reasons I was convinced to buy it. Thanks for your videos and have a lot of success :)

[@robrobusa]

Sir, you are the Bob Ross of audio!

[@renstarhurst3302]

WOW GREAT JOB EXPLAINING THE DIFFERENCE!!!!!!!

[@maldonadocorrea]

EXCELENTE VIDEO FELICITACIONES. igual dejame decirte que tu voz en el rode nt1a suena increible. ambos son maravillosos micros.

[@clelandstephen4181]

The Nt2a definitely has a smoother range than the 1a, that CAD does sound tighter though to my ears

[@TransverseAudio]

Hey, Mike! Do you have any experience using the NTG2 for vocals? It looks good for field recording, but I would love your opinion on it for vo work, thanks!

[@imissubalen]

Best mic review!

[@cozmovox]

for studio recording for me the nt2a was a big step up from the nt1a...more refined sound and better versatility (nt2a are especially good for guitars).....nowadays I complement them with SE2200's You pay for what you get.....

[@ReinQuest]

Thee ole You of Tube suggested this video and it’s good timing as I was comparing the NT1/NT1a to similar mics. So with that handy button. Sounds like the NT2a might be better if your voicing characters that might be yelling at times.

[@benkleschinsky]

Interesting question. Should a podcaster use a USB mixer for voiceover work, or is it better to run it flat through a straight USB interface and fix in post process? The added noise is my concern.

[@andershermansen1131]

that e100s ! amazing!

[@xaosnox]

I love this channel!I listened to this on a pair of Mike and Ike earbuds from the 99 cent store. I could notice a negligible difference between the Rode mics. But, even without my real headphones, the difference between the CAD and the Rode was noticeable. Hard to believe, considering the mpeg compression and the horrific earbuds. To me, it seems that a bit of EQ could get even the NT1a to sound as warm as the CAD, especially considering that most people are going to be listening to the finished product through equipment that is relatively crappy compared to what a Booth Junkie would be using. My voice is similar to Mike's, and I use an NT!a. I'd be curious to hear myself through the CAD, but I think I'd recommend that people save the money and put it toward buying a used copy of iZotope Ozone 7 Advanced since 8 really isn't that much better. The dynamic EQ plugin could easily get that Rode to sound as nice as the CAD, plus it does SO much more! Bottom line is that 99.9% of people listening to the final product are not going to notice the tiny differences that we can hear through studio monitors on uncompressed tracks. I still love these comparison videos. I must be crazy, because I'm not even in the market for a new mic. Considering what the iZotope products can do, the only other mic I'd go gaga over would be the Sennheiser MKH416-P48U3.

[@xaosnox]

I know it wouldn't be a very fair comparison, but I'd love to hear someone do a side-by-side comparison of a super cheap mic like the NT1a and the Sennheiser MKH416-P48U3. It would just be fun.

[@Leroy1995]

I will choose the NT-2A ..

[@v_shkafu]

Mike, hi! I definetely would like to hear your thoughts about these mics someday: 1) Oktava MK-105; 2) Oktava MK-519 (both of these mics made in Tula, Russia); 3) ISK-bm800 (yes, it's chinese mic; yes, it's cheap enough, but I'm really interested in your professional opinion about this mic) Best regards, Damir!

[@Chargpr520]

If i buy a microphone in europe, it will work if i connect in an american equipments?

[@mr.horror3858]

That e100s sounds better (to me) than the other 2

[@MuzeInspiration]

Thanks Alot.

[@walkingthewaypodcast]

Deffo prefer the E100. Losing the bass and highlighting the upper range makes the Rode sound cheaper than it should.

[@dmgoldhunter464]

Thank you for your great explainations

[@tommysa3atf714]

Hello Mike Booth ;) I love your videos and think it's too bad it's so far between us, (I live in Sweden) or I've sent you a bunch of microphones for testing and comparison. Continue with these entertaining and information-rich videos. Wishing you all the best and having a nice weekend Mike! SINCERELY Tommy F Sweden

[@omerjuran]

For Voiceover and podcasts if you need to decide between the NT1 or the NT2A. Which can bring me more value ? And less complicated. [The money is not an issue]

[@Karreth]

I'd be interested in seeing you review the Røde NTG2 shotgun microphone, compared to your other shotguns.

[@lovemedavid4094]

wonder how the 2a compares to the rode nt1

[@annekedebruyn7797]

For work I feel like the NT2 would be better just because of the extra options

[@burakozyilmaz8512]

Thank you bro you helped me a lot. Nice Video!

[@gip-gipsr.1524]

Hey mike! Relatively new booth junky here! I've been working on a simple active ribbon mic for the past few months and I want to know your opinion on figure 8's for voice-over. I know it can be harder to cancel out bg-noise and the such but it's NTR quality at ~1/8th the cost, not to mention I'm also going to be using it for recording band sessions so the pattern comes in handy Do you think I can stick to the simple figure-8 or should I invest some time making it cardioid?

[@CarlosDeBernardMrAgapi]

is hard to make the difference. but the the CAD i feel it more natural but you also have a cool wave voice but you can make many wave patterns. but still hard to make a difference.

[@hernannieto1]

Great video man ! Thanks!

[@CookeAaronJ]

Did you have to send the NT1 back to Rode? If not, why not test the NT2A against the NT1, which you (and most others) like better?

[@ralphgould2783]

Mike, Have you ever used a Neumann U87i? I'm curious how it compares to newer mics. I used one when they first came out in 1969 and thought it was great. Ralph Gould

[@kinhthanhcaunguyengxbinhth9272]

May ask you a question? About the sensitivity in the background, compared to Samson C03 and Rode NT2A. Which one is more Sensitive. I am using the Samson C03, and now I want to upgrade to Rode NT2A but I don't have a good treatment room. I love Rode but I afraid that Rode is so Sensitivity more than Samson C03. I am a voiceover. I know that the price of them so different, So I just want to ask about the sensittivity Could you please give me an advice? Thank you so much!!!

[@kakarotsv50]

Amazing review! Just want to keep hearing him talk lol. I honestly could not tell the difference between 1a or 2a until mid video when he talks about "S" and smoothness

[@kamaharima3701]

The CAD e100s sounds nice!!!!!

[@ediiron6791]

great buy, set up was very easy, Awesome!

[@iguessme]

i‘m an musician and i own the nt2a and the heights are waaaaay to strong, they destroy the entire mix and if you de-ess them it sounds muddy. But if you have a method to fix that, the mic sounds f*cking crisp and awesome, but the depths aren‘t that present so the vocal is thin in the most cases (i recorded 3 different male artists inclueded me) (sorry for my bad english but hopefully the comment can help someone, i wish i‘ve bought another mic because the heights destroy the mix...) But just because i‘ve bad experiences it doesn‘t mean it‘s the case for you so, just try it, the sound is amazing besides of the strong heights and the thin depths!

[@whooked]

Thank u bro

[@hatemezz1199]

CAD e100 makes voice more engaging and more similar to radio station announcer's voice . Rode looks more dull comparedto it.

[@Anna-eS.]

NT2a or NT1? Mainly podcasting. Thanks in advance for the suggestions ;)

[@marknapier5873]

Booth Junky I have the NT1 and NT1-a I use both on instruments and the NT1 also on some Vocals, both mics are extremely useful but both are totally superseded when I plug in and switch on my RODE K2 it's warmer it's cleaner it's every bit as good as the Neumann u87 and in my opinion far better than the TLM103 of which I have owned and gave away to a friend in New Jersey who was recording vocals and acoustic guitar for an up coming album release. So after that waffle "GET A K2 You'll Never Regret It"

[@meme255]

I am looking to buy either one of these microphones for me to sing. I enjoy singing on smule, that is what I will be using it for. I have a soprano voice. What would be best for my voice please. Any advice I would really appreciate xx

[@kingcrownp7130]

Looking for mics.. 4th video I’ve watched and it just got good, just realized you were switching mic audio as you talk hence the names popping up 😆

[@camjo6397]

NT1A is brighter with the potential to sound harsh. NT2A is more balanced with the potential to sound flat. I think people pay more for the NT2A’s extra features and consistency. As a singer, it is more preferred to have a more balanced and flat sound so that you can compress and EQ for color in processing.

[@Alexandra-Rex]

I hope you one day can compare the Lewitt 440 Pure to these microphones.

[@lecmusicoycantantemexicano]

Hi! Great video. Have a question... For recording songs... (singing) which one do you recommend?

[@MitchellTeeRapz]

Do you boost these at all in post or is it all the preamp?

[@maldonadocorrea]

Excelente video. Que interfase de audio usaste ? O fue a una grabadora directo ? Algún preamp? Etc

[@frankiedogturner1516]

Correction the E 100s is clearly different and with this man's voice there surely is a reason that he likes it. Nice for voiceover no doubt. Is it worth buying just for that ... maybe not.

[@MsFakoff]

does e100s use an electret capsule? it is so similar to tsb2555

[@Igotthatjizz]

How about using a Alctron Pf8 or Eyeball, but the Mic in it with 30° to the Popfilter. So the Mic can't record reverb that is going over shoulders. Sorry for my awesome English😂

[@ryanwilson5936]

Am I the only one that has to read these mics as "Rodent"? My brain never lets me read it correctly lol.

[@DeepBlueWaves]

Ryan Wilson you're absolutely right! When Peter Freedman took over his dad's business to modify cheap mics into a better mics, they started selling like "rats up a drain pipe" which lead to Rodent-1, and then official the Rode NT1.

[@veerchasm1]

I’ve owned one for over 20 years and never made that connection! Haha well played

[@Jhakaro]

Would you ever think of testing a Studio Project C1? I always hear a lot about them and hype about it being near a U87 and all that for like a 10th of the price but I don't know whether it's actually a good mic or not really.

[@andrewr4792]

I love this channel

[@mrbill21]

You have a Sub good sir, simply the best on this subject on KZbin in my Humble Opinion...just starting to research to get my first VO set-up together to delve into the Hobbie. :)

[@loose_tooth]

It is so rare that a microphone that I own makes it into the booth! The Rode NT2a was my first "proper" microphone.... Now... it is a good microphone. Solid performer. But not exciting in the least. If it were a car it would be a family 7 seater, good MPG and very practical, but boring. Now... I bought the microphone because people said that it was okay (better than the NT1a - people said) and it is a multi-pattern. An mic for every situation. I have NEVER used anything other than cardiod. And the biggest disadvantage of the NT2a? The size, the mass, the sheer bloody weight of it. On the one hand that is a good thing... because it feels such good quality... But it is so heavy, needs a massive shockmount and good support. Even then it feels so weighty.... Knowing what I know now... I would not buy one and I rarely use it, even though I recognise that it is not in the least a bad mic. I just do not use the multi-patterns and I have lighter mics which sound better. The NT1a... all I know what I have read and heard... and that is that it is not that flattering... a very bright mic. I would rather go for a a Rode NT1, which sounds better, to me. The CAD does kick the Rodes butts. I really enjoyed this video.

[@omerjuran]

For Voiceover and podcasts if you need to decide between the NT1 or the NT2A. Which can bring me more value ? And less complicated. [The money is not an issue]

[@alanisdelahongrais5397]

@@omerjuran what mic you think will be better?

[@maritzaalbamosquera4466]

@@omerjuran wich one you bought??

[@sih5479]

I’m actually hearing more similarities between the Cad and the NT2a which might be what causes you to hear those canceled frequencies. I’m sure you heard this when you listened back. I know my comment is very late here.

[@lotos0990]

Hey, love your videos! Could you please give your opinion about Studio Projects microphones? Especially interested in C1 model. Thx and keep going, great channel

[@DemonXGames]

I hope you see this comment. So I currently have a microphone the samson c01u pro that i use to make youtube videos. But The fan in my room is super loud so I need to do a bit of noise reduction on audacity. But when I do it it makes the voice sound a bit echoy. Like there's this mechanical sound to my voice that I don't know how to fix. Plus I live next to a busy street. And it is really hot over here in Bangladesh. So turning the fan off in a room without ventilation if feels like I'm being cooked alive at over 100°f Plus the added heat from my pc. So I'm thinking of getting a Shure SM58 cause from what I've seen it's really good at not being a d*ck when there's a lot of noise. But should I get an SM58? Or do you recommend something else? Since me and a friend of mine are going to be recording together Using my condenser is a bit of a problem. Cause we would be sitting at a slight distance so it would sound weird. Plus doing that noise reduction really messes with the voice then. So I'm wondering what I should do. Cause we'd be getting an SM58 each. Would that be a good mic for us? Or do we want something different? My channel is real small and if youtube doesn't workout I don't wanna feel like I spent a shit ton of money for no reason. and from what I've seen the SM58 is on the cheaper side. But then when I go to buy it there are a lot of counterfeit mics. It took me a while to find the real deal. So do you have any recommendation? It would really help us out.

[@maldonadocorrea]

Es mejor para ti el nt2a que los nt1a y nt1?? Según tu opinión?

[@Reeseington]

to me, the nt2a sounds a little brighter, and the nt1a is already a bright microphone. then again, I do have a very bright voice, so that kind of pushes that.

[@yinYangMountain]

The CAD e100S sounds much better, IMO. But because there are so many self-noise issues I’m reading about online... ...unless CAD sent me one directly... ......there is no way in the world I’d ever purchase one.

[@ArnoldSchoenfeld]

Hey, would be cool to see you compare the Rode Procaster to another dynamic mic! Thanks!

[@thatLukeKneller]

Arnold S +1 please

[@ArnoldSchoenfeld]

The thing is i want to get it myself in the near future and it would be cool to see "alternatives" to the Rode Procaster, by sound and/or build. Thanks!

[@sunegasberg1071]

+1

[@sunegasberg1071]

Rode Procaster vs Shure SM7B

[@ArnoldSchoenfeld]

Sune Gasberg Or The Audio Technica BP 40