As both Rode NT1A and Rode NT1 are products of Rodes Microphone manufacturers, they both exhibit significant similarities. The inspiration and the market need that both fulfill are, however, different. In this comparison, we will break down everything from the condenser, frequencies, polar patterns, and much more. While both mics have some similarities, they were designed with very different needs in mind. We have delved into the details to make the selection process much more comfortable as you go about choosing one that suits your needs. Before we move ahead, it’s important to understand what TRS and TRRS mean in relation to 3.5mm connectors and how they are different. Either way, the designers of these two microphones have done an excellent job of giving consumers an option.
Note that you can only use the USB-C output if your iOS device has a Lightning connector (or a USB-C input, in the case of the iPad Pro). Connecting the VideoMic NTG to iOS devices, including iPhones, iPads and iPods, is super easy. Below we’ll take a look at how to do it, what products you need and the awesome features this gives you access to.
Famous for making that warm and silky sonic character usually only found in higher-end mics accessible to the more budget-conscious, the NT1 has evolved over the years and is commemorated in the NT1 Signature Series. Available in multiple colorways with the same classic build, capsule and electronics that have made the NT1 a mainstay the world over, RØDE NT1 Signature Series microphones deliver sublime sound with style. I love the F3 recorder, even though I never thought I really needed to have 32-bit float recording. I initially picked the F3 because at its price (recently reduced U$50 to U$299.99 from its original price of U$349.99 which I paid), the F3 has the best preamps even for gain-hungry dynamic microphones, without the need for any pre-preamp.
This is a Lightning Accessory Cable specifically designed for plugging MFi-certified USB-C microphones into iOS devices. At 300mm long, it’s perfect for use with the VideoMic NTG and even features a junction box that fits perfectly into the VideoMic NTG’s shock mount cable management slots. You will also need to make sure that your VideoMic NTG has the latest firmware installed, which you can download here. These microphones all feature a control for the headphone output level too. As stated throughout this article, the NT1-5G offers three very different modes, which are all mutually exclusive.
No headphone output on the NT1-5G
While there have been some improvements to the onboard microphones in phones over the years, the audio quality they’re capable of producing still leaves much to be desired. You can also use an adaptor such as the RØDE SC4 in conjunction with the 3.5mm to USB-C/Lightning adaptor that came with your phone to connect your 3.5mm mic. However, you will not be able to monitor your audio with headphones or control the level of your mic like you can with the AI-Micro. All you have to do is plug it into your smartphone and it will be immediately recognised as the default audio device, bypassing the internal microphone and instantly giving you much better audio quality. However, these are stereo recordings that cannot be transferred using a standard 3.5mm to Lightning adaptor, which will sum your audio into a single track.
This is a compact audio interface that allows you to connect virtually any microphone with a 3.5mm output to a computer smartphone or tablet. This includes lavalier microphones, which are great for video calls because you can clip them onto your shirt allowing you to sit further back from your screen.
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The longer the material, the more it is critical to have latency-free monitoring, unless you have another person doing that quality control for you. In that case, the delay is tolerable (for a person not speaking on the show). If you want to take your audio to the next level, or if you need a microphone that you can use with a camera or computer as well as a smartphone, the VideoMic NTG is perfect. This broadcast-grade microphone is loaded with features to help you adapt to any recording situation, including a pad, high-pass filter, high-frequency boost and more. The VideoMic NTG also allows you to monitor your audio with complete control over the headphone output level. The single most effective way to vastly improve sound quality for your video calls is to use an external microphone. The mics built into computers aren’t designed for high-quality audio recording and will make your voice sound tinny and distant, pick up room sound, and generally make communicating more difficult.
The NT-USB+ professional USB microphone allows you to mix the volume coming from your computer audio and the microphone itself (via zero-latency monitoring). The RØDE NT1 Signature Series is a proper celebration of a classic, and is the ideal studio condenser mic for performers and content creators looking for a budget-friendly, reliable tone-capturing go-to. From vocals to an array of acoustic instruments, and even speaker cabs, the NT1 is a wise choice. Check out the selection of colors at your local Guitar Center, and see which one speaks to you. A world-class large-diaphragm condenser microphone that marries innovation with tradition, it excels on vocals as well as a wide range of instruments. It offers a detailed midrange response coupled with silky smooth high frequencies and warm, round bass, making the NT1 an absolute standout in its class. Press the pink button marked ‘1’ to get to the main settings screen for Channel 1.
The RØDE VideoMic Me is a great microphone for smartphones with a 3.5mm jack. In addition to capturing high-quality audio, it also features a headphone output so you can monitor your recording. These are a great solution if you need a little more distance between you and the camera when recording.
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If you’re looking to upgrade the audio quality of your video calls, the RØDE range has many solutions, including USB microphones, on-camera mics and mobile mics. If you have a smartphone with a 3.5mm headphone jack (and no USB-C or Lightning port), you can use any microphone with a 3.5mm output. As most smartphones have a TRRS jack, you will need to make sure your microphone either has a TRRS connector or you are using a TRS to TRRS cable or adaptor as mentioned above. These will not work properly when plugged directly into a smartphone, which usually have a TRRS input.
