NT1 5th Gen

Name: Rode NT1 5th Gen
Brand: Rode
Rating: 88 (5 reviews)

Released Mar 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Mar 6, 2026

Studio microphone with low self-noise and 32-bit floating 'unclippable' technology for clean recordings. The Rode NT1 5th Gen scores 88/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Soundandgo, Soundonsound, Thepodcasthost, and Podcastage.

Critic Score

What's this?

based on 5 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 5 reviews

Where to buy

amazon$259.99

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Pros

Great sound quality(2)
Low self-noise(2)

Cons

Limited features(5)

5 Expert Reviews

Independent publication

The Røde NT1 5th Generation is a versatile, high-quality studio microphone with excellent sound, dual connectivity options, and impressive durability.

Independent publication03/2023

Independent publicationMar 1, 2023

The NT1 5th Gen is an ideal starter mic for podcasters and home studio owners.

Independent publication03/2024

Independent publicationMar 21, 2024

The RODE NT1 5th Gen is a top-of-the-range studio condenser microphone with a self-noise of 4.5dB.

Independent publication03/2023

Independent publicationMar 14, 2023

The Rode NT1 (5th Gen) offers 32-bit floating point A/D conversion with impressive self noise and SPL handling, though it can be overpowering in the lows when close micing.

Independent publication05/2023

Independent publicationMay 15, 2023

With integrated USB interfacing, 32-bit float support and impressive noise figures the latest NT1 delivers a fully featured upgrade on its predecessors and continues to be an excellent budget choice