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RODE NT5 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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RODE NT5 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Key Features
  • For Recording and Live Performances
  • For Instrument and Vocal Pickup
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern
  • Low-Noise Output
The Rode NT5 is a small-diaphragm microphone, featuring full frequency response and low-noise output circuitry designed for general instrument recording and sound reinforcement.
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RODE NT5 Overview

The Rode NT5 is a small-diaphragm microphone, featuring full frequency response and low-noise output circuitry designed for general instrument recording and sound reinforcement.

The cardioid polar pattern effectively minimizes audio at the off-axis sections, reducing noise caused by leakage, monitors, additional instruments, etc. The NT5 offers a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz allowing the microphones to be used in a wide variety of applications such as drum overhead miking, stereo capturing of instruments, vocal capturing, etc. The NT5 is powered via +24 or +48V phantom power. The package includes a windscreen, mic clip, and padded zip pouch.

Cardioid Pattern
The cardioid polar pattern is effective in minimizing off-axis noise due to leakage, additional instruments, room ambiance, etc.
Wide Frequency Response
The NT5 features a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz allowing the flexibility to capture accurately in any recording or sound reinforcement scenario.
UPC: 698813000661

RODE NT5 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Small Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
143 dB (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Small Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Diaphragm
0.5" / 12.7 mm
Orientation
End Address
Pad
No
Circuitry
Solid-State (JFET)
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
143 dB (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Sensitivity
-38 dBV/Pa (at 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
128 dB
Equivalent Noise Level
16 dB SPL (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
24 to 48 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Color
Nickel
Mounting Thread Size
5/8"-27 Female (3/8"-16 Female with Included Adapter)
Dimensions
ø: 0.79 x L: 4.65" / ø: 20 x L: 118 mm
Weight
0.2 lb / 101 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.865 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.6 x 5.35 x 2.1"

RODE NT5 Reviews

Mic for untreated environments

By W. Keith
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-26

My second Rode NT5 for use in dialog recording in untreated environments. Excellent results using these mics in a documentary film project.

Impressive little condenser pencil mic

By Maximiliano
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-31

Its literally so compact, lightweight and crisp and clear, this small condenser mic captures a lot of detail, but also captures reverb and background noise of course, it is a condenser. It is very sensitive, ideal for ASMR, get a pair for stereo effect. The included windscreen removes almost entirely the plosives, quite effective, it also adds a bit of warmth to reduce the harshness on the high end. Sounds quite flat so its EQ friendly. Be sure your microphone arm has support for lightweight mics, its so light it might float off from you. I use an ElGato Wave ARM LP and it works perfectly. Can't say how it performs recording instruments since i'm not a musician, but its probably more ideal for that use, still, i find this mic very versatile. Make sure to have a treated room for the echo and reverb. Self noise is super low as well, no hiss or any self noise.

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