If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offered The specs for the mic changed over its lifetime; for example, the self-noise ranged from “<14dBA” to 17dBA. Max SPL ranged from 130 dB to 135 dB (or 145 with the pad). Whether these changes were due to circuitry improvements or test methodology changes is unknown. The dual‑pressure gradient capsule is around 25mm in diameter, and utilises the familiar gold‑plated membrane. Unusually for a relatively low‑cost mic, the circuitry is transformerless, which helps to maintain the mic's fast transient response (see below). It's also evident that the designers are audiophiles, as each component has been selected not only on the basis of its electrical properties, but also for the best subjective sound. On top of this, the internal connectors (and the output XLR pins) are gold‑plated and coated with an antioxidant, and even the printed circuit boards are coated with Conformal, which I'm told protects against corrosion.

To maximize clarity when using the NT2-A, it is worth considering a reflection filter. We discuss this in full in our reflection filter test. Getting the Most with EQ My SM58 gets a little noisy when I drive it hard to get a decent vocal level and I was really looking for something to give me an equivalent sound but with less noise. Also something that I could use to record the acoustic guitar which would let me push the levels when recording. The NT2A replaces the original NT2, which was the very last mic Rode had built in China. Apparently this was a difficult decision, as the NT2 was still selling very well. It seems that Rode wanted to sever the last ties with Chinese manufacturing so that they could put Made In Australia on their mics and distance themselves from the other 'Made In China' brands.It is worth mentioning how the NT2-A works when paired with different preamps. For this test, I have used the Yamaha D-PRE, and Focusrite Analogue preamps found in the Steinberg UR22mkii, and the Focusrite Scarlet 2i2 2 nd gen respectively. As for sound quality - the recording is a little better I heard only at the Neumann microphones and old ribbon microphones - but it is another price category... The cable and pop filter that cames in set are okay! Very convenient when everything is sold in one set.

For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.The NT2 seemed a little more sensitive than my other large-diaphragm models, and the transformerless design certainly translated into a more detailed sound at the high-frequency end of the spectrum.

Evidently, the NT2-A is presented as a refinement upon RØDE’s long line of condenser microphones. It’s 1” diaphragm being a hallmark of the company, but how does it vary from previous models?The NT2-A is an all-round winner that's versatile enough to take on the innumerable miking tasks that the world presents." Audio Technology Features The frequency response also plays a part in sound characteristics, such as the peak at 500Hz warming the mids. At 5kHz there is a peak which increases sibilance in vocal recording and at 10kHz the air of the sound is boosted.

The plethora of controls that this microphone affords makes it incredibly versatile. The use cases and scenarios in which these controls prove useful are discussed below. Frequency Responsea dust cover bag which comes really handy (I can leave the microphone on its stand and just put the cover on it) However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.