RODE NTR Active Ribbon Microphone

RODE NTR Active Ribbon Microphone

At first glance of the NTR you’re aware that it’s very special and unique – an intricate blend of art and science.

Designed to hang in the world’s finest recording studios and performance halls equally as well as home studio spaces, its existence is a labour of love for RØDE. Every element of the NTR, from the transformer to the ribbon element itself, has been designed and created in-house at RØDE’s headquarters in Sydney, Australia. All with the aim of crafting the finest ribbon microphone available.

Sonically, the NTR is capable of reproducing unprecedented high frequency detail and accuracy, addressing common criticisms of other ribbon microphones, while opening up the possible usage scenarios considerably. This allows it to record sound sources that usually require a more sensitive microphone element.

Key features

• Highly sensitive 1.8 micron ribbon element
• Bi-Directional Polar Pattern
• Internal Shock Mounting System
• Custom designed and manufactured transformer
• Heavy-duty matte black finish
• Ribbon-securing travel screw supplied
• Designed and manufactured in Australia
• One free ribbon replacement during warranty period
• 10 year extended warranty when you register your microphone

Acoustic Principle	Velocity Transducer
Active Electronics	Step-up Transformer and signal balanced preamp stage
Polar Pattern
Address Type	Side
Frequency Range	20Hz – 20kHz
Output Impedance	200Ω
Maximum SPL	130dBSPL
Sensitivity	-30.5dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (30.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted)	15dBA
Power Options
Weight	1047g
Dimensions	216mmH x 65mmW x 65mmD
Output
Warranty	1 year with free extension to 10 years following registration here

In the box