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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?CHANDLER V : recommendedVIRGINIA O : Based on great reviews and hearing the qualityMINH T : Great microphone for an affordable price. If you are into acoustic music then this will make you skip a heartbeat.BENJAMIN C : Into musicJINHYOUNG K : good quality, great voiceRICHARD A : Excellent mic quality for the price. Portability and ease of use.Albert X : Because i had this product before and I love it!Mariko T : I saw good reviews and not too expensive.DYANNE M : Based on reviews and comparisons. I need good sound d quality for my online classes.ADDIN A : I used it before, one of the wonderful mics to voice-over recordingsLisiane G : Need a second Microphone for MacBook ProLU S : excellent online reviewsLAURIE E : Recommended by audio technician for home podcasting.FAWAZ A : To Record clear voiceJOSIE S : I’m looking into podcasting and voice work and this microphone was on sale and had fantastic reviews. Looks like a good one for somebody who doesn’t know what they’re doing yet!TARAH W : youtube reviews said it was the best usb micLawrence M : reviewsJESUS A : Remote learning. Time go give students quality audio since I make dozens of videos.JACOB K : needErnie E : Price and specs.Manisha P : Need it for schoolHARRIS K : The high level of quality of sound from this microphone.COURTNEY H : good reviews. reasonably priced.LAURA L : I'm a voice acting beginner, but I got recommended this microphone by a working actress who I've worked with for a while, and she said it's very good quality for its price, and I've been in need of a microphone that isn't software exclusive. :PAndrew P : Wanted a rode microphone and this is their only USB version.ANTHONY C : Good reviews , perfect for guitar and voice, easy setupBENJAMIN R : Heard good reviews on this product so I was curiousKEVIN T : I've been looking to upgrade my mic. I'm currently using a Samson Meteor Mic and its quality is lacking. So I heard very good things about this Rode NTUSB mic and that's why I purchased it.ERVINE F : Most reviews state that this is the best USB mic in the price range in terms of sound and quality.NICHOLAS S : Heard good things about it from Linus tech tipsMALCOLM B : Replacing my first Rode NTUSB. Really great mic quality and sound.RACHAEL P : only site that had the mic available right now, so thank youuuu!!!!PAR B : Great experiences with the brand before.TIANJIA Z : Based on reviewsANTHONY K : recommended by a friendCAMERON C : It has a really good noise floorJoe V : Advice from a friendGame T : Streaming on Twitch, need a new mic.DEBRA W : Purchased for at home commercial auditions and recording. Looking forward to see if it lives up to the hype.Zachary P : GOOD BUNDLE, MAKE VOICE GOOD. NEED GOODER VOICE TO RUN DIGITAL TTRPG. TY FOR COMPETITIVE PRICESMICHAEL B : I heard good reviews about the audio quality and I need a good microphone for recording music and voice audio.Julio N : Overall quality of the USB mic outperforms the rest on the market. Although on backorder, it's worth the wait.Akram A : my son wanted itMELPOMENE K : Recommended by a music colleague at a university. I am using it to record lectures for online university classes that I am teaching.JESSICA C : Best reviews and best retailerXINNI C : close call with audio technica AT2020, and superior to blue yeti. chose this for reportedly less background noise, though more bulky than audio technicaDEMETRIOS V : good reviewsNathaje M : It's a great microphoneRAMON P : Rode is a trusted brandROBERT B : Highly recommendedBRETT S : Bought one to use a few weeks ago and been very impressed. Needed an additional one.SHENGXI W : Want a decent microphone for audio recordingWAYNE F : I chose this largely based on reviews which seemed to almost unanimously give it a slight edge over the Audio-Technica AT2020USUB+, which I had also considered. I will be using this primarily for teaching guitar and mandolin lessons on-line.Arlind K : rode is the best mic on the gameFLORENCIO A : Best budget Rode studio mic

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2022-12-13T08:27:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A beast

This microphone is a beast for the price.

Tianni A.

2021-08-02T08:03:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product for WFH!

Great item. Was able to quickly get it set up and it's now being used in a full work from home set up. Crystal clear, easy to integrate to all the video conferencing programs. Have also used for podcasting and no problems on that end-- very good all around.

Bianca S.

2021-03-08T11:59:35

Rated 4 out of 5

Pretty Great

I've been using this mic for about 7 months now and it's been a pretty good experience overall. It's great for zoom calls and recording. I appreciated the inclusion of the pop filter, and the recording quality is great when you're the correct distance from the mic. I've found I needed to adjust the sound level down quite a bit to prevent distortion, so keep that in mind when using this mic. The build quality of the mic and pop filter is great. I'm removing one star because of the plastic ring mount - It feels weak, but knowing how it might break, I've been careful not to tighten it too much to prevent any damage. If it had been metal I would have given 5 stars.

THUBA K.

2021-01-26T08:08:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Exceptional microphone to pick!

Excellent Quality!

NIC H.

2020-11-19T10:12:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality microphone

Love this micophone! Easy to use and produces great quality sound.

WENDY A.

2020-10-27T10:49:30

Rated 1 out of 5

Nope

The plastic knob is not the right material to support this weight of the mic.

R P.

2020-10-08T10:30:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Studio quality sound at home

Best microphone I’ve ever had. Really. I did extensive research on this and one of the Blue mics. I needed something to recorded voice overs at home because of COVID. The quality is very comparable to the XLR audio board and mic we have at my office. I don’t notice any real difference in sound quality. Much better than using an iPhone mic or something else that’s cheaper. This was very worth the money.

TALIYA R.

2020-09-22T09:17:20

Rated 5 out of 5

I recommend it

This mic is perfect

HAYDEN A.

2020-09-10T09:00:12

Rated 5 out of 5

LOVED IT

Amazing microphone, as close as it gets for studio in a usb mic!

TAMMY S.

2020-09-09T08:14:03

Rated 4 out of 5

Great, but needs accessories

I bought this mic because it was the number 1 quality usb mic for streaming. It is great, but..... I had to buy the arm mount and shock mount to be able to position the microphone so it would not pick up mouse and keyboard feedback.

LANDON D.

2020-09-07T19:29:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Great beginner/general use mic

Excellent microphone, easy to set up for beginners without any previous audio experience. Sounds great out of the box and the pop filter works as it should.

Nina Z.

2020-08-28T10:02:24

Rated 5 out of 5

Great

I really love the microphone it has a good build and quality. in reality it’s much more bigger than the photos it comes with case for the mic, a stand. Even though it has a really unnecessary long usb wire over all a good microphone.

ELIZA U.

2020-07-08T09:06:58

Rated 4 out of 5

Great microphone

I like this microphone. The sound is great.

RUIBO L.

2020-07-07T15:14:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Mic for Starting Out in Voiceover

I am just starting out in voiceover, and bought this mic because it was recommended to me as an (relatively) inexpensive high-quality starter mic to use for voiceover auditions. So far I've recorded one audition with it and really liked the sound quality and found it extremely easy to use. For someone like me who isn't a full-blown audio professional, ease of use is as important as sound quality, and being able to just plug the mic into my computer and record without needing an audio interface as an intermediary is huge. Comes with a stand and a pop screen, which is also great. Very happy with my purchase!

CATHERINE G.

2020-07-05T08:36:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Voice record from the Mic is wonderful

I received my product on time and it is working perfect. I will recommend you to buy from this company

HAMIMU M.

2020-06-29T09:46:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Sounds really good

Decided this over the Yeti and audio Technica 2020! No regrets! Sounds crystal clear and rich

Xinni C.

2020-06-29T08:37:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent. Easy of use and good quality sound

Excellent. Value for the money. Simple reliable and great quality

DEMETRIOS V.

2020-06-26T10:13:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Top quality USB alternative to a traditional XLR condenser mic

Build quality and sound quality are top notch. I switched from an Audio Technica XLR condenser and am truly pleased. Plug and play with MacBook and iPhone (using a sold-separately camera adapter) Really like the included stand, but more importantly that when included stand is removed that it mounts to a standard microphone stand.

Billy B.

2020-06-04T09:05:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Terrific usb microphone

This microphone looks exactly as pictured. It was easy to connect to the computer and the sound is very good.

LAURENCE M.

2020-05-26T10:46:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Purchase Decision

I needed a mic for working from home and I was debating this or a Blue Yeti. After some extensive reviews on youtube comparing the sound, I bought this one. It sounds almost 100% exactly like the set up we use with the audio board and XLR connected mics at my office. I am thoroughly impressed with it's quality. The only comments I have are ditching the stand it comes with, investing in an additional pop filter, and using an application with level controls because there are none built into the mic. It's worth the price for sure.

Taliya R.

2020-01-20T07:21:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Highly Recommend

Deep, rich, high quality recording from this microphone. Highly recommend.

Coach D.

2018-12-04T07:51:39

Rated 4 out of 5

Great USB Mic - Cheap Plastic Mount

This is a five-star microphone with a 1 star plastic mount. Once the mount ring snaps (which ours did in 2 uses) it can no longer be put on a stand or tripod. They got the mic right. Super clean, great for voiceovers. I wanted to leave a 5 star review until the 'snap'. Lets see if Rode replaces it. Even if they do the new one will surely snap again. Bad design.

DAVID C.

2018-10-25T14:25:57

Rated 3 out of 5

Be careful.

Works really well, the plastic isn't very strong however. After only 2 weeks or so I was rotating the mic around and part of the plastic holder broke.

Kenneth L.

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Rode NT-USB USB Microphone Specifications

  • Acoustic Principle

    Pressure Gradient

  • Active Electronics

    JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer

  • A/D Converter

    16-bit, 48 kHz

  • Directional Pattern

    Cardioid

  • Frequency Response

    20 Hz to 20 kHz

  • Dynamic Range

    96dB

  • Maximum SPL

    110dB SPL

  • Power Requirements

    USB 5 V DC

  • Output Connections

    USB

  • Compatibility

    Apple iPad

  • Weight

    18.34oz / 520g

  • UPC Code

    698813003969

26 Accessories for Rode NTUSB Versatile Studio-Quality USB Microphone, Cardioid Polar Pattern, 20-20000Hz Frequency Response

  • All Accessories (26)
  • Cables & Adapters (5)
  • Mic Stands (10)
  • Brackets & Mounts (1)
  • Headphones (5)
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  • Filters (1)
  • Studio Isolation Filters (3)

About Rode NT-USB USB Microphone

PRO REVIEW by Christopher Piccione, Podcast/Video Editor, Screenplay Writer

"It's a fact that Rode makes excellent microphones. Whether you want to record a solo podcast, a YouTube video, or your acoustic guitar, this USB mic will help get the job done. It comes with a little tripod mount or can easily be fitted on a boom arm for your desktop as well. "

The Rode NTUSB Versatile Studio-Quality USB Microphone is a cardioid, side-address USB microphone that is capable of capturing audio in up to 16-bit/48kHz resolution. It has an integrated headphone amplifier and 1/8" stereo headphone jack that allows for monitoring. The on-mic Direct Mix Control allows you to select between mic input and source input for monitoring. The NT-USB is compatible with the use of an optional camera kit.

Rode NT-USB USB Microphone Features

  • 3.5mm stereo headphone jack for zero-latency monitoring
  • Direct mix control between mic input and source output

Key Features

  • 3.5mm stereo headphone jack
  • Direct mix control between mic input and source output

What's in the box:

  • Rode NTUSB Versatile Studio-Quality USB Microphone
  • Tripod Mount (Stand)
  • Pop Shield
  • USB Cable (6m/20 ")
  • Manual
  • Microphone Pouch
  • Mic Clip/Mounting Ring
  • Rode 1 Year Limited Warranty