It offers 3 polar patterns (cardioid, figure of 8, and omnidirectional), and the option of a high pass filter either at 40Hz, or 80Hz. The microphone also has a toggle for its inbuilt passive attenuation device, which serves as overload protection when recording loud audio. I also cut slightly at 500Hz as my tests were conducted facing a noisy window, therefore I recorded close to the mic to maximize signal level and minimize noise by using less gain. This left me with a bit too much warmth in the mids due to the frequency response peak. 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. 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 mic’s pad and HPF features are built on a small round PCB with the switches. The image at right identifies the capsule wire connection points.

A while ago when I worked in a studio I borrowed a number of different mics, AKG 414, Neumann U87 and did some A/B testing on my voice to see which worked best. A Shure SM58 in this context was the equal of everything else and that is what I normally use, live and for recording. The Rode NT2-A is a prime example of Rode mics going bigger and better, and not just in price. When compared with popular offerings like the Rode NT1-A, the Rode NT 2 A has increased versatility with its three polar patterns (cardioid, figure-of-eight, and omnidirectional), allowing you to use it in more recording situations. It also comes with a three-position variable high-pass filter (Flat, 40Hz, or 80Hz), as well as a three-position pad (0dB, -5dB, -10dB). The sound of Rode NT2-A is similar to 900 EUR+ Neumann models, although high freqs slightly lie to achieve that. But that lie is not that obvious as in case of Rode NT1-A. AT4040 high freq. seem to sound "true", but the "lie" of Rode NT2-A makes the sound more "crystal". Anyway, both mics sound great and allow your recording to sound pro. 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. 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.As a high-quality, dual-diaphragm condenser, the Rode NT2-A is able to give you the maximum flexibility in terms of recording. It’s designed to have an incredibly low noise performance, and its many features offer the control and versatility that other mics may struggle with. Its high pass filters and pad are all incorporated into the body, allowing for easy, convenient switching at the mic. When it comes to editing the recorded vocals, the first step is knowing your microphone. The next step is working to compliment the recorded voice. While this section will explain an approach to getting the most out of vocals on NT2-A with EQ, it is important to note that this is specific to my voice, and every voice will need treating a little differently. As discovered in our in-depth comparison, the UR22 is the noisier of the interfaces. Putting the NT2-A through a stress test with the UR22 however, only solidified how quiet this microphone really is. At its extreme, there was an audible amount of noise. At a reasonable level, however, the noise was almost unnoticeable. The figure-of-eight position has nominally the same tonality as the cardioid pattern, but switching to omni allows more of the room sound to contribute, so in most cases the tonality will change according to the character of the room you're working in. As expected, the omni pattern sounds slightly more open, but in cardioid mode the NT2A's design is still pretty airy, whereas some cardioids can sound noticeably congested. This is a great one for both vocals and guitar. It is very sensitive (like all high quality large d. mics) so there is a certain need of room acoustic treatment, unless you already own a studio. There is another way though, I have used EQ Acoustics Classic Wedge 30 to absorb reflections in my self made vocal booth (its similar to closet with open doors).

Collection and delivery costs are included for the first 2 years in the event of an item becoming faulty 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. El NT2-A es un micrófono de condensador de estudio de diafragma grande muy versátil diseñado para ofrecer calidad de audio totalmente nítida y flexibilidad en la misma medida. Con una atenuación de tres posiciones (0 dB, –5 dB, –10 dB), filtro de paso alto (plano, 40 Hz, 80 Hz) y control de patrón polar (cardioide, omnidireccional, figura de 8), puede adaptarse de forma sencilla a cualquier situación de grabación en el estudio. El NT2-A dispone de una cápsula de condensador cardioide doble de 1 pulgada con pulverización de oro, con soporte antivibraciones interno, y proporciona un ruido propio ultrabajo y respuesta en toda la gama de frecuencias, evocando el carácter suave y sedoso de los legendarios micrófonos de los años 50 y 60. Características principales:• Micrófono de condensador de estudio de gran diafragma multipatrón.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. The Rode NT2 was a large-diaphragm FET condenser. The most common version of the NT2 used a transformerless circuit adapted from the Schoeps design by Jim Williams, The NT1 and NT2 were companion microphones with similar circuits and similar sound; the primary difference was that the NT2 had an Omni/Cardioid polar pattern switch. I bought Rode NT2-A Studio Solution Set for my home studio, and totally surprised with the quality and variability of the ways that I can use this microphone. I use it in conjunction with Ableton Live + Focusrite Scarlett 6i6. I can record from 1 to 4 or even 6 vocalists in one time due to three variable positioning polar pattern. Also i easily can record acoustic guitars, percussions like shakers etc. and even a piano.

Rather than just update the design of the original NT2, the NT2A looks radically different to its predecessor, with a very distinctive inset panel housing the pattern, filter, and pad switches. It's also very different inside. This FET, transformerless mic can be switched between figure-of-eight, omni, and cardioid modes, and has a choice of 80Hz or 40Hz low-cut filter frequencies as well as a filter-bypass switch position. Similarly, there's a choice of 5dB or 10dB pads. It is honest enough to fit snugly into various specific areas where its undeniable high-mid lift is a pronounced advantage. It is amazing how versatile this microphone is. I hook it up to my Steinberg UR44 audio interface , switch the phantom power on, and it is ready to record speech, singing, rapping, acoustic guitar, bass guitar from an amp, cajon, darbuka, various noises, or even low volume ambient sounds.The Rode NT2-A is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone released in 2010. This microphone is an upgrade on the Rode NT2, released in 1992, which was marketed upon release as a technological upgrade to previous microphones while remaining true to the tones of microphones of the ’50s and ’60s. 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