RØDE

RØDE NT1 5th Generation

The RØDE NT1 5th Generation lands as a entry-level studio microphone, built around Studio Microphones.

50/100
Mixed bag
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Built for the job
  • No switchable polar patterns
  • No high-pass filter
Score profile

Where the RØDE NT1 5th Generation wins and loses

Scored against the studio microphones class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

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ConnectionXLR

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RØDE NT1 5th Generation vs RODE RODE NT1 Signature Series

Highlighted cell = better in that row
OverallValueFuture-proo…
RØDE NT1 5th GenerationRODE NT1 Signature Series
 RØDERØDE NT1 5th GenerationThis pageRODERODE NT1 Signature Series
Overall score50 /10050 /100
Polar patterncardioid
Weight313 g
Who it's for

Is the RØDE NT1 5th Generation right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable studio microphone for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need switchable polar patterns, in which case a higher-tier studio 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.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the RØDE NT1 5th Generation worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other studio microphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the RØDE NT1 5th Generation?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the studio microphones class.

How does it compare to the Ortizan XLR/USB Dynamic Microphone?

The Ortizan XLR/USB Dynamic Microphone scores 55/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.