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.
The Ribbon
One of the thinnest ribbons in existence
Measuring only 1.8 microns, the NTR ribbon was designed to provide the highest level of sensitivity across the useable frequency response range.
Laser etched element
Most ribbon microphone manufacturers manually cut the element, resulting in microscopic frays along the edges that decay over time. RØDE uses a proprietary laser technique to cut the NTR ribbon, giving a far more precise cut with smooth edges, increasing its longevity.
Internal shock mounting
The NTR’s integrated shock mounting is so effective an external shock mount is not required.
The Body
Travel screw
This secures the sensitive ribbon element and shock mount in place when not in use.
Chemically etched all-metal mesh
Extremely rigid while exhibiting super-low density, this results in greater acoustic transparency.
Solid surfaces in the capsule rejection zone
The solid frame around the ribbon capsule is positioned entirely within the rejection zone of the capsule’s bidirectional polar pattern.
Unique design
The ribbon is mounted distinctly separate to the microphone body, allowing the greatest possible acoustic transparency around the ribbon element and minimizing any resonance.
The Electronics
Custom transformer
Married to RØDE’s ribbon element is a high output, ultra-low noise, low-impedance transformer. This ensures maximum fidelity between the NTR’s ribbon motor and electronics.
World-class active electronics
In combination with the transformer this allows the NTR to be used with a wide range of preamps without the additional gain requirements of many other ribbon offerings
The Warranty
10 year warranty
RØDE offers a free extended 10 year warranty on the NTR, following online registration of the microphone on www.rode.com
Features
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Highly sensitive 1.8 micron ribbon element
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Bi-Directional Polar Pattern
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Internal Shock Mounting System
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Custom designed and manufactured transformer
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Heavy-duty matte black finish
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Ribbon-securing travel screw supplied
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Designed and manufactured in Australia
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One free ribbon replacement during warranty period
Specifications
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Acoustic Principle: Velocity transducer
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Active Electronics: Step-up Transformer and signal balanced preamp stage
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Directional Pattern: Figure 8
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Frequency Range: 20Hz ~20000 Hz
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Output Impedance: 200 Ohm
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Signal to noise Ratio: 79.3dBA
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Equivalent Noise: 15 dbA SPL (as per IEC651)
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Maximum SPL: 130dB SPL
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Maximum Output: 8dBu (@ 1KHz, 1% THD into 1K ‡ load)
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Sensitivity: -30.5 dB re 1V/Pa (30mV @ 94dB SPL) ± 2dB @ 1kHz
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Dynamic Range: 115dB SPL
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Power Requirements: P48
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Output Connection: 3 Pin XLR - Balanced output between Pin 2 (+) Pin 3 (-) and Pin 1 (ground)
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Weight: 1047g