Rode nt1-a require phantom power?

Somebody said:
Yes, it does. All condensers require phantom power.
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I think that statement may be a little broad in its reach. Not all condensers need phantom power. Let's say instead that all condenser mics require a charge across their diaphragm.

Some mics (electrets, for example) have a built in charge. Others (tube mics) may use a higher voltage directly from an outboard power supply, while still other mics use built-in batteries to supply the charging voltage.

But phantom power (44 to 52 Volts DC, across Pins 2 and 3) is a very popular form of powering a condenser mic, but it's not the only way.
 
Another good response would be, "Check the RODE website". I do things like that all the time. It doesn't hurt you a bit.
 
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