Studio condenser microphone RØDE NT1 Signature Red — cardioid, 20–20000 Hz, -32 dB sensitivity, XLR (3-pin), 313 g

The RØDE NT1 Signature Red is a wired studio microphone designed for professional and home recording. Built around a 1-inch HF6 true condenser capsule, it delivers a detailed midrange, sparkling highs and warm bass across a 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency range. Housed in a machined high‑grade aluminium body and supplied with a studio shock mount, pop filter and premium XLR cable, the NT1 Signature Red is a versatile choice for vocalists, instrumentalists and content creators.

Advantages

The NT1 Signature Red offers an iconic studio sound with an exceptionally low noise floor and high maximum SPL, allowing clear capture of quiet passages and loud sources. Its HF6 capsule provides consistent tonal detail suitable for a wide variety of instruments and voice types. The microphone is built in Australia from premium components and backed by a 10‑year warranty. The included shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable help reduce handling noise, plosives and interruptions so recording sessions start immediately.

Suitable for

• Lead and backing vocals
• Acoustic guitar and piano
• Electric guitar cabinets and percussion
• Podcasting, streaming and voice‑over work
• Home and professional studio recordings

Key specifications

• Capsule: 1‑inch HF6 true condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: −32 dB
• Output impedance: 100 Ω
• Connectivity: wired, mini XLR (3‑pin)
• Body material: machined high‑grade aluminium
• Colour: Red (limited edition)
• Made in: Australia

How to use

Connect the NT1 Signature Red to an audio interface or mixer using the supplied XLR cable and provide phantom power as required for condenser microphones. Position the microphone 10–30 cm from the source for vocals, adjusting distance and angle to control proximity effect and brightness. Use the included shock mount to isolate handling noise and the pop filter to reduce plosives when recording speech or close vocals.

Recommendations

For best results, use a quality preamp and enable 48V phantom power. Experiment with mic placement for each voice or instrument—move closer for more presence and farther away for a more natural room tone. Store the microphone in a dry, dust‑free place and avoid exposing it to strong impacts.