The RODE NT-1A

[jonnyc]

Hey stupid, whos the dumbass? I never said anything about not finding any info. I guess YOU CAN'T READ!!! I said that I didn't find an exact answer cause everyone uses this for so many things...
People use this for so many different apps that sometimes you can't find an exact answer...
You're nothing but a punk who needs a forum to put people down instead of helping. Im sure if you were standing in front of me you would stick your little comments up your a__!

Loser!

No I'd stick my little comments straight up your dumb ass little boy. You wanna start the name calling fine but the search results have plenty on people using the nt1a on vocals. So I still say you're a lazy ass little bitch that couldn't think his way out of a paper bag, and I'm still calling bullshit. It's amazing to me you can't see past your own laziness and stupidity. Is this what is becoming of our youth, they need to be spoon fed info because they can't think for themselves? And BTW I want to add that until this dipshit posted this I reframed from name calling, I simply said use the search function and then this little prick claims there's no info on that exact subject. Like anyone here believe's there is no info on one of the more popular budget microphones out there, and how it sounds on vocals.

 

[James HE]

The NT-1 is a versitile mic. It's appropriate for people who bitch about people not using the search function and also for people who do not get the information they need from the search.

 

[Eastale]

No I'd stick my little comments straight up your dumb ass little boy. You wanna start the name calling fine but the search results have plenty on people using the nt1a on vocals. So I still say you're a lazy ass little bitch that couldn't think his way out of a paper bag, and I'm still calling bullshit. It's amazing to me you can't see past your own laziness and stupidity. Is this what is becoming of our youth, they need to be spoon fed info because they can't think for themselves? And BTW I want to add that until this dipshit posted this I reframed from name calling, I simply said use the search function and then this little prick claims there's no info on that exact subject. Like anyone here believe's there is no info on one of the more popular budget microphones out there, and how it sounds on vocals.

Cmon man, relax. He was outta line callin names but he was sayin like i said i just wanted some new opinions hopefully. I've searched plenty on this mic and I was just lookin for some new opinons.

 

[Canibus]

No I'd stick my little comments straight up your dumb ass little boy. You wanna start the name calling fine but the search results have plenty on people using the nt1a on vocals. So I still say you're a lazy ass little bitch that couldn't think his way out of a paper bag, and I'm still calling bullshit. It's amazing to me you can't see past your own laziness and stupidity. Is this what is becoming of our youth, they need to be spoon fed info because they can't think for themselves? And BTW I want to add that until this dipshit posted this I reframed from name calling, I simply said use the search function and then this little prick claims there's no info on that exact subject. Like anyone here believe's there is no info on one of the more popular budget microphones out there, and how it sounds on vocals.

WOW thats funny

 

[jonnyc]

The NT-1 is a versitile mic. It's appropriate for people who bitch about people not using the search function and also for people who do not get the information they need from the search.

Sorry I'm just being a bitch, but I won't concede that I'm wrong.

 

[jonnyc]

Cmon man, relax. He was outta line callin names but he was sayin like i said i just wanted some new opinions hopefully. I've searched plenty on this mic and I was just lookin for some new opinons.

I know and to you I'm sorry, wasn't my place to hijack your thread, its just a lot of newbs don't know about the search function and I know there is a lot of info out there on this subject.

 

[lancebug]

The NT-1 is a versitile mic. It's appropriate for people who bitch about people not using the search function and also for people who do not get the information they need from the search.

I have had great results using the NT1-A for recording two twits arguing over the proper use of the search function. It has that huge in your face sound, which is really great when youre calling each other names.

 

[Synkrotron]

I am interested in hearing how you went with the fostex if you get time to give it a go...

I reckon I'll get around to it on tuesday evening when I'll have more time to play... bit busy with a housey DIY project at the moment. I'll call back in as soon as I can and probably post an mp3 of the results

andy

 

[Supercreep]

I have an NT-1A, and I think it sucks.

I think the high end is brittle and thin. It seems to sit with the large group of sizzly chinese microphones. One can do better with less money.

I like it only slightly better on vox than an SP B1.

It is very quiet, as you say.

 

[petermiller]

I will tell you a little something about the NT1a
I have had them scince they first came out sometime around 92-93 at that point they were manufactured in china and sold for around 350.00 still a tremendous mic for that money
scince then thay have moved manufaturing to their facility in Austrailia. They are still the best mic in that price range for Male vocals they sell for about 199.99
they work for other purposes but I still think It works best for male vocals. Its warmer in the high end and more glassy like a shure KSM as far as acoustic guitar there are better mics. Female vocals are good with this mic but might lack some definition but remain warm none the less. You might look at the studo projects C1 for a more all purpose mic. they are a little brighter and work well on acoustic instruments.

 

[Eastale]

You might look at the studo projects C1 for a more all purpose mic. they are a little brighter and work well on acoustic instruments.

Yeah. I would but it's just me homerecording just vocals.

 

[Eastale]

I know and to you I'm sorry, wasn't my place to hijack your thread, its just a lot of newbs don't know about the search function and I know there is a lot of info out there on this subject.

Yeah no problem, dont worry about it.

 

[lancebug]

I will tell you a little something about the NT1a
I have had them scince they first came out sometime around 92-93 at that point they were manufactured in china and sold for around 350.00 still a tremendous mic for that money
scince then thay have moved manufaturing to their facility in Austrailia. They are still the best mic in that price range for Male vocals they sell for about 199.99
they work for other purposes but I still think It works best for male vocals. Its warmer in the high end and more glassy like a shure KSM as far as acoustic guitar there are better mics. Female vocals are good with this mic but might lack some definition but remain warm none the less. You might look at the studo projects C1 for a more all purpose mic. they are a little brighter and work well on acoustic instruments.

Having owned both, I believe that the mxl v67 is hands down a better male vocal mic at half the price new. I wouldnt like the v67 on a ton of other sources but it has no less utility than the NT1-A. There are other mics that are better utility than either of those as well for the same or less than the NT1-A. Not that the rode is a bad mic. I would consider it highly if noise floor were a central issue, but it hasn't been so off it went. For me it just didnt do one thing really well that I couldnt live without. I recently aquired a beyer m99 dynamic mic. This is an awsome male vocal mic, but you pay for the quality.

 

[Eastale]

Having owned both, I believe that the mxl v67 is hands down a better male vocal mic at half the price new. I wouldnt like the v67 on a ton of other sources but it has no less utility than the NT1-A. There are other mics that are better utility than either of those as well for the same or less than the NT1-A. Not that the rode is a bad mic. I would consider it highly if noise floor were a central issue, but it hasn't been so off it went. For me it just didnt do one thing really well that I couldnt live without. I recently aquired a beyer m99 dynamic mic. This is an awsome male vocal mic, but you pay for the quality.

Anyone else beleive the V67 is better for male vocals. You also said there are others for the same or less. Could you name a few? Thanks.

 

[roadwarrior]

I am always amazed at the various dissing that goes on regarding various equipment selection. One instance I notice across the vast number of forums is their desire to slam the Rode product in general. I'd put a lot more faith and trust in opinions of those that are recognized professionals in the industry using them in droves. This list is pretty endless, and frankly there are very few large pro studios that don't have several in their mic closet. I have a few Sennheiser's currently but also went with a broad selection of the Rode's. This would include the NT1-A, NT2-A, NT2000 and now more recently the K2 (an astounding value). Over the years I've also owned several AKG 414's, 1000's Neumann U87, TLM 130 and U89. AFAIAC the Neumann's and AKG's have NOTHING on the Rode's. The Rode mics (all models) are consistently better in self noise, have better results without messing with excessive EQ, are built as good as it gets and offer an outstanding value without consideration for dollars spent. It is VERY easy to get all caught up with the "name game" or even model game. The serious achilles heel of the Chinese mics in general (and yes I am using a broad brush here) is their clear lack of consistency. This is one area alone Rode's excell and can be noted that if you buy one now and one in a few years they will both be super without any glaring issues.

As far as the high end of the NT1-A being Brittle I say "HOGWASH". I don't know what mic pre you are using but I'd say you have issues.....and it isn't with the mic. I use that mic for female vocals and it is also unreal on a Martin acoustic guitar as well. All in all it renders pro results with NO real achilles heel. If you feel you're hearing something irritating, take a stronger look at the preamp it's going through.

 

[Supercreep]

Anyone else beleive the V67 is better for male vocals. You also said there are others for the same or less. Could you name a few? Thanks.

I think the V67 just kicks ass. You can hear it at work at the link in my sig. It has become my first go-to mic for my voice.

I plan to pick up another to use them as OH mics.

 

[Supercreep]

I am always amazed at the various dissing that goes on regarding various equipment selection. One instance I notice across the vast number of forums is their desire to slam the Rode product in general. I'd put a lot more faith and trust in opinions of those that are recognized professionals in the industry using them in droves. This list is pretty endless, and frankly there are very few large pro studios that don't have several in their mic closet. I have a few Sennheiser's currently but also went with a broad selection of the Rode's. This would include the NT1-A, NT2-A, NT2000 and now more recently the K2 (an astounding value). Over the years I've also owned several AKG 414's, 1000's Neumann U87, TLM 130 and U89. AFAIAC the Neumann's and AKG's have NOTHING on the Rode's. The Rode mics (all models) are consistently better in self noise, have better results without messing with excessive EQ, are built as good as it gets and offer an outstanding value without consideration for dollars spent. It is VERY easy to get all caught up with the "name game" or even model game. The serious achilles heel of the Chinese mics in general (and yes I am using a broad brush here) is their clear lack of consistency. This is one area alone Rode's excell and can be noted that if you buy one now and one in a few years they will both be super without any glaring issues.

As far as the high end of the NT1-A being Brittle I say "HOGWASH". I don't know what mic pre you are using but I'd say you have issues.....and it isn't with the mic. I use that mic for female vocals and it is also unreal on a Martin acoustic guitar as well. All in all it renders pro results with NO real achilles heel. If you feel you're hearing something irritating, take a stronger look at the preamp it's going through.

I used the NT1A on vocals and acoustic guitar with motu pres, the Joemeek TwinQ, and the RNP. It sounds brittle to my ears. Keep in mind these are very tiny details in the sound we're talking about - this is not a "bad" mic.

If at any time you want to trade any Neumann or AKG mic (except the C3000 or C1000s) for my Rode just PM me - cause it's just sitting here. Hell, the C1000s has gotten more action around here than the NT1A.

 

[jonnyc]

I am always amazed at the various dissing that goes on regarding various equipment selection. One instance I notice across the vast number of forums is their desire to slam the Rode product in general. I'd put a lot more faith and trust in opinions of those that are recognized professionals in the industry using them in droves. This list is pretty endless, and frankly there are very few large pro studios that don't have several in their mic closet. I have a few Sennheiser's currently but also went with a broad selection of the Rode's. This would include the NT1-A, NT2-A, NT2000 and now more recently the K2 (an astounding value). Over the years I've also owned several AKG 414's, 1000's Neumann U87, TLM 130 and U89. AFAIAC the Neumann's and AKG's have NOTHING on the Rode's. The Rode mics (all models) are consistently better in self noise, have better results without messing with excessive EQ, are built as good as it gets and offer an outstanding value without consideration for dollars spent. It is VERY easy to get all caught up with the "name game" or even model game. The serious achilles heel of the Chinese mics in general (and yes I am using a broad brush here) is their clear lack of consistency. This is one area alone Rode's excell and can be noted that if you buy one now and one in a few years they will both be super without any glaring issues.

As far as the high end of the NT1-A being Brittle I say "HOGWASH". I don't know what mic pre you are using but I'd say you have issues.....and it isn't with the mic. I use that mic for female vocals and it is also unreal on a Martin acoustic guitar as well. All in all it renders pro results with NO real achilles heel. If you feel you're hearing something irritating, take a stronger look at the preamp it's going through.

I only reserve this for when it's needed. You're an idiot. There's noway you can honestly believe that neumanns and high end akg's have nothing on the Rodes. And of course pro studios have Rodes. Pro studio owners are gear whores that'll buy as much shit as they can.

 

[darrvid]

I've used a rodes nt1a, and own a v67g. I liked the rodes more on the male vox we used them for personally. Also mic'd an acoustic guitar with the rodes. It was very very clear, but a bit heavy on the highs, and low on the bass. Partly the guitars fault, but not to the degree it came through I think. Still, a great mic I would like to own.

 

[pmdiaz23]

Cmon man, relax. He was outta line callin names but he was sayin like i said i just wanted some new opinions hopefully. I've searched plenty on this mic and I was just lookin for some new opinons.

You know i'm a peaceful man... I don't use strong language and when I do I get it thrown in my face... This guy calls me a BSer, a liar, and then a dumbass and I'M THE ONE THAT STARTED THE NAME CALLING?????

As for the other guy, read his post all he does is put people down. That happens to people who are inferior and need to use aggression to feel important. Kind like a wife beater.