RØDE
RØDE NT-USB+
A entry-level pick in the usb microphones line-up, with 48 kHz up front.
52/100
48 kHzCondenser
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Why we rate it
- USB-C
- Headphone monitoring
- Above-average bit depth
- No xlr output
- No noise suppression in software
Score profile
Scored against the usb microphones classWhere the RØDE NT-USB+ wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Audio
Sample rate48
Bit depth24
Capsule and design
TypeCondenser
Connectivity and controls
USB-CYes
Headphone monitoringYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowRØDE NT-USB+ vs RØDE RØDE NT1 5th Generation
RØDE NT-USB+RØDE NT1 5th Generation
| RØDERØDE NT-USB+This page | RØDERØDE NT1 5th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Sample rate khz | 48 | 192Better |
| Bit depth | 24 | — |
| Type | Condenser | Condenser |
| Weight | — | 94 g |
Who it's for
Is the RØDE NT-USB+ right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable usb microphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need xlr output, in which case a higher-tier usb microphone is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the RØDE NT-USB+ worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other usb microphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the RØDE NT-USB+?
Its usb-c stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the AT2020?
The AT2020 scores 54/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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