RØDE

RØDE NT1 Signature Series

The RØDE NT1 Signature Series lands as a solid mid-range studio microphone, built around cardioid.

55/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
cardioidLarge-diaphragm condenser microphone
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Why we rate it

  • Shock mount included
  • Scores 55/100
  • No switchable polar patterns
  • No high-pass filter
Score profile

Where the RØDE NT1 Signature Series wins and loses

Scored against the studio microphones class
AccessoriesOverallValue825555
Accessories included
82
Overall spec score
55
Value position
55
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Audio

Polar patterncardioid

Capsule

TypeLarge-diaphragm condenser microphone

Accessories included

Shock mount includedYes

More specs

ConnectionXLR
Pop filterYes
Head to head

RØDE NT1 Signature Series vs Shure Shure SM7B

Highlighted cell = better in that row
AccessoriesOverallValue
RØDE NT1 Signature SeriesShure SM7B
 RØDERØDE NT1 Signature SeriesThis pageShureShure SM7B
Overall score55 /10055 /100
Polar patterncardioidcardioid
TypeLarge-diaphragm condenser microphoneDynamic Microphone
Who it's for

Is the RØDE NT1 Signature Series 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.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the RØDE NT1 Signature Series worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 55/100 against other studio microphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the RØDE NT1 Signature Series?

Its shock mount included stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Shure SM58SE?

The Shure SM58SE scores 50/100 versus this one at 55/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.