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product_id: 512637522
title: "NT1 5th Generation Large-diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone with XLR and USB Outputs, Shock Mount and Pop Filter for Music Production, Vocal Recording and Podcasting (Black)"
brand: "røde"
price: "£194.45"
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# 32-bit float digital output Dual XLR & USB outputs Internal shock mount & pop filter NT1 5th Generation Large-diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone with XLR and USB Outputs, Shock Mount and Pop Filter for Music Production, Vocal Recording and Podcasting (Black)

**Brand:** røde
**Price:** £194.45
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game with the NT1 5th Gen — where classic warmth meets future-proof tech.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NT1 5th Generation Large-diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone with XLR and USB Outputs, Shock Mount and Pop Filter for Music Production, Vocal Recording and Podcasting (Black) by røde
- **How much does it cost?** £194.45 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/512637522-nt1-5th-generation-large-diaphragm-studio-condenser-microphone-with-xlr)

## Best For

- røde enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted røde brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-In-One Pro Bundle:** Includes shock mount, pop filter & cables—ready to elevate your home studio instantly.
- • **Seamless Dual Connectivity:** Plug into pro gear or go USB direct—studio-grade sound anywhere.
- • **Precision Engineered Capsule:** 1-inch gold-sputtered diaphragm with sub-micron accuracy for crystal clarity.
- • **Effortless Clipping-Free Recording:** 32-bit float tech captures whispers to screams with zero distortion.
- • **Legendary Warmth Meets Cutting-Edge DSP:** Classic silky tone enhanced by onboard compressor, noise gate & APHEX magic.

## Overview

The RØDE NT1 5th Generation is a large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone combining iconic warm sound with patented next-gen features. It offers dual XLR and USB outputs for versatile connectivity, ultra-low noise with 32-bit float digital output to prevent clipping, and advanced DSP including compression and APHEX effects. Built with a precision gold-sputtered capsule and internal shock mount, it delivers pristine recordings for vocals, instruments, and podcasts in any setup.

## Description

From the manufacturer Our Iconic Original Studio Microphone, Reborn Introduced in 1991, the original NT1 revolutionised home recording. Now, the NT1 5th Generation takes the NT1’s core design and introduces patented, state-of-the-art features while preserving the legendary sound and build quality that made it the go-to studio mic for countless creators. The World’s First Studio Mic with XLR and USB Connectivity The NT1 5th Generation features RØDE’s state-of-the-art Dual Connect output, which features both XLR and USB connectivity. This allows you to connect it to an audio interface or mixer just like a traditional studio microphone or plug it straight into your computer for plug-and-play recording. Never Clip Your Audio The NT1 5th Generation is the world’s first microphone to feature a 32-bit float digital output. This allows you to record everything from a whisper to a scream without ever clipping your signal and without the need to worry about setting your levels before recording – an absolute game changer. Classic Sound on the Cutting Edge The NT1 5th Generation offers the same classic warm, silky character that the original is known for, with a sparkling top end, detailed midrange and rich bass that makes every sound source shine – from vocals to guitars to drums. This classic sound signature can be further enhanced with the NT1 5th Generation’s powerful on-board digital signal processing for adding compression, high-pass filters, a noise gate, and the iconic APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom for making any recording shine.

Review: You won’t regret buying, another high quality product - The sound quality is unfathomable, zero complaints, the usb powers it so cleanly you don’t need an interface, though take for a grain of salt for some reason in games like valorant it doesn’t sound the same as in voice recording softwares almost like it’s too good to handle?
Review: Extremely good, and worth the money. - Combine this with a Wave XLR or similar XLR interface for supreme audio. Excellent sound and versatility. Can be loud or as quiet as you like with a good interface. It's not the prettiest microphone you can buy, but I'd say it's the absolute best in its price range. I actually prefer this mic to the much more expensive Shure SM7B.

## Features

- Groundbreaking studio condenser microphone that fuses the classic sound signature of the iconic NT1 with patented next-generation technology
- Connect to an audio interface or mixer via XLR, or plug directly into a computer via USB to record studio-grade sound in any setup – an all-in-one digital recording solution for the home or the studio
- Offers the classic warm, silky character, extremely low self-noise and high SPL handling capability that the original is revered for, perfect for a huge range of applications, from voiceovers and guitars to drums and piano
- Features RØDE’s ultra-low-noise, high-gain Revolution Preamp and high-resolution (up to 192kHz) analog-to-digital conversion for crystal-clear digital recordings
- 32-bit float digital output means you can effortlessly capture everything from a whisper to the loudest drummer with no chance of clipping and no need to set complex gain controls
- Activate advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP) via RØDE Central software, including a compressor, noise gate, high-pass filter and the legendary APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom
- Large 1-inch gold-sputtered capsule precision manufactured to sub-micron tolerances and internally shock-mounted for minimising external vibrations

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BQHHZ1QQ |
| Antenna Location | Singing |
| Audible Noise | 4 Decibels |
| Audio Sensitivity | 45 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | 319 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 12 in Condenser Microphones |
| Box Contents | 1 x 6m XLR Cable (red), 1 x Dust Cover, 1 x NT1 5th Generation - Black, 1 x SC29 USB-C to USB-C Cable (3m), 1 x SM6 Shock Mount & Pop Filter |
| Brand | RØDE |
| Brand Name | RØDE |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Headphone, Personal Computer, Speaker |
| Connectivity Technology | USB, XLR |
| Connectivity technology | USB, XLR |
| Connector Type | 3.5 mm Jack, USB, XLR |
| Connector type | 3.5 mm Jack, USB, XLR |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,937 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium, nickel, ceramic, gold |
| Frequency Range | 20-20,000 Hertz |
| Frequency Response | 20000 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00698813009770 |
| Hardware Platform | computer |
| Impedance | 100 Ohms |
| Item Dimensions | 5.2 x 5.2 x 18.9 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | N / A |
| Item Weight | 308 Grams |
| Manufacturer | RØDE |
| Manufacturer Part Number | NT1GEN5B |
| Maximum Frequency | 192 KHz |
| Microphone Form Factor | Large Diaphragm |
| Model Name | NT1 5. Generation |
| Model Number | NT1 5th Gen |
| Model name | NT1 5. Generation |
| Number of Batteries | 1 12V batteries required. |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Recommended uses for product | Singing |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
| Special Feature | Noise Reduction |
| Special feature | Noise Reduction |
| UPC | 698813009770 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** RØDE
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** Headphone, Personal Computer, Speaker
- **Connectivity technology:** USB, XLR
- **Connector type:** 3.5 mm Jack, USB, XLR
- **Model name:** NT1 5. Generation
- **Polar pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended uses for product:** Singing
- **Special feature:** Noise Reduction

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: this or blue yetti usb ?**
A: Entirely depends on your budget and what you're doing with it.Blue Yeti is a *really* good USB mic. Great sound, great build quality. Easy to just set up and use.NT1-A is a very detailed, excellent quality microphone with a crisp high-end (possibly too crisp for some uses).They are both good value for money in their own price ranges.I assume you're recording on a computer, so while the Yeti is USB and plugs straight into your computer and away you go, the NT1-A is an XLR mic with a proper mic cable, and will require an additional interface before your computer will be able to hear it - a Scarlett 2i2 is possibly a good first choice if you're new to this sort of thing.So the NT1-A is a versatile and good quality mic - and excellent value for money - but will need you to buy extra equipment to make it work with a computer. You should also work out if it's not more than you need for what you're doing.Podcasting, YouTube vids, the Yeti is definitely a good choice. Maybe for other things too. It's really versatile and performs well above its price tag in all sorts of situations.I hope that helps.

**Q: Hi, if this doesn't plug into my laptop? How would I get to record it through this?/how would i get to test that it works????**
A: Hi Emma, If you want to record direct to a laptop etc. then this microphone will need to be connected to an audio interface using the XLR type connector/cable that it comes with. The audio interface connects via USB to a USB port on your laptop, PC or Mac and also should provide the +48V power this type of mic needs to actually work. Make sure whatever you decide to buy provides this power otherwise you'll have to buy an external power supply for it and it then gets messy!There are plenty of suitable interfaces available, have a look at these http://www.dv247.com/computer-hardware/usb-audio-interfaces/ or http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=usb+audio+interface&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Ausb+audio+interface Focusrite, AKAI, TASCAM, Behringer, AVID are worth looking at but you'll find lots more if you hunt around and ebay is a good source of used ones too.You can also plug this microphone directly into a decent audio recorder like the Zoom H4n which has XLR connectors as well as the regular jack sockets and it can also provide the +48V phantom power the microphone needs.Hope I haven't confused you too much, happy hunting.Tony

**Q: Can this microphone be plugged in to a DSLR camera, such as a Nikon d5100, for use during film?**
A: You would need to get an adapter so that the camera can take an XLR input if it doesn't have one already. But even so there are better microphone specially designed for camera and video. Depends what your budget is. Also this microphone has a fairly large pick-up radius so it'll a lot of background noise if you're filming outside or your desired sound you are trying to capture is far away from the mic. Hope this was helpful :)

**Q: Would this be good for voice over?**
A: Hi Luke,   In many ways the NT1-A is the ideal mic for studio narration where you can control the conditions i.e. by dampening the acoustics with curtains, screens, cushions etc.  A useful test to check the dampening is to clap your hands and listen.  In most cases, for narration the ambience needs to be reasonably flat.  You will find the 'pop' screen supplied with the mic to be an asset.  If you need further 'anti-popping' get hold of a foam wind gag.    Another tip, when recording a male voice, you may need to 'lighten' it by introducing bass cut, if you have that facility on your recorder.  If not use the (free download)Audacity program and go to 'Effects' where you can select and experiment with a degree of Bass cut.  Without it, some studio mics can sound a bit 'woofy'  although I've found the Rode to offer quite a nice bright sound without too much bass cut.  Best of luck, Graham

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You won’t regret buying, another high quality product
*by M***. on 13 February 2026*

The sound quality is unfathomable, zero complaints, the usb powers it so cleanly you don’t need an interface, though take for a grain of salt for some reason in games like valorant it doesn’t sound the same as in voice recording softwares almost like it’s too good to handle?

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extremely good, and worth the money.
*by D***T on 21 December 2025*

Combine this with a Wave XLR or similar XLR interface for supreme audio. Excellent sound and versatility. Can be loud or as quiet as you like with a good interface. It's not the prettiest microphone you can buy, but I'd say it's the absolute best in its price range. I actually prefer this mic to the much more expensive Shure SM7B.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can't get any better than this
*by A***N on 16 June 2026*

After a journey of trying out multiple microphones over the past couple of years, you will never find a microphone that does its job better than the RODE NT1 5th Generation. In addition to it's USB and XLR versatility, not much is needed to make it sound great! Most microphones at higher price brackets are known to have their weaknesses, typically being a weak high-end which makes the sound muddy, but thanks to the frequency response, you only need to tame the 5th editions' by a couple of decibels to flatten the sound for greater accuracy... While the SM6 shock mount that came with could be better (mine's pop-filter was built slightly off-axis, which makes tilting a little difficult), the amount of kit you are getting with the price is a no-brainer; All that's left is a stand, which is easy to come by... Especially if you're starting off, the RODE NT1 5th Generation is by far the most reliable condenser you can get your hands on, coming from someone who isn't a professional by any means but who is inspired to get into media creation...

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