Is the Rode NTK a good mic?
I recommend the RODE NTK Tube mic as a “go-to” mic for new and experienced voice over talent who want a clean, professional quality sound from a $600 microphone! It might also be a great mic for male vocals if you’re looking to capture the true sound of your voice without coloring!
What is the Rode NTK used for?
The Rode NTK is a very serious tube microphone at a middle‑market UK price. It is especially suited to vocals and seems to reinforce the character of each singer rather than imposing its own.
What tube does Rode NTK use?
triode 6922 tube
The NTK uses an externally polarized capsule with a twin-triode 6922 tube.
Does Rode NTK need phantom power?
A: The Rode NTK has it’s own power supply unit and does not require phantom power from a mic preamp. It is compatible with ALL microphone preamps, including your Focusrite, and is an exceptional microphone.
How long does a tube mic need to warm up?
15 to 30 minutes
Allow the mic to warm up for 15 to 30 minutes before use so that the tube reaches a stable operating temperature. This ensures low noise and consistent audio performance.
What capsule does the Rode NTK use?
HF2”
Description. The NTK is a transformerless tube microphone, with Rode’s proprietary “HF2” edge-terminated capsule.
How much does a Rode NTK weigh?
760.00g
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| Acoustic Principle | Pressure Gradient |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | -38.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (25.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz |
| Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted) | 12dBA |
| Power Options | |
| Weight | 760.00g |
Does the wa47 need phantom power?
The WA-47jr is primarily a studio condenser, which is to say it is a microphone that requires +48v phantom power and a balanced XLR to XLR microphone cable, and a preamp with a 3 pin XLR microphone input. The WA-47jr is capable of delivering three polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure of eight.
How do I use NTK?
Connect the male 7-pin plug of the NTK cable to the 7-pin input socket on the rear of the power supply. Connect the female 7-pin plug of the NTK cable to the microphone. Ensure that both plugs are correctly aligned and pushed firmly into their respective sockets.
Do tube mics need a preamp?
It’s important to recognize that this first amplification stage happens inside the microphone, and you still need a microphone preamp to raise the output level of a condenser mic up to line level for recording purposes.