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Rode NTG1 Shotgun Condenser Microphone Black
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Capture Pristine Audio with the Rode NTG-1 Shotgun Microphone The Rode NTG-1 is a lightweight condenser shotgun microphone engineered for professional audio capture in film, video, television, and ENG applications. Its wide bandwidth, controlled polar response, and low-noise SMT electronics ensur...
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Overview
Capture Pristine Audio with the Rode NTG-1 Shotgun Microphone
The Rode NTG-1 is a lightweight condenser shotgun microphone engineered for professional audio capture in film, video, television, and ENG applications. Its wide bandwidth, controlled polar response, and low-noise SMT electronics ensure exceptional sound quality and clarity. Complete with a mount and windshield, the NTG-1 is ready to deliver professional results in various recording environments.
Specifications:
- Acoustic Principle: Line Gradient
- Active Electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
- Capsule: 0.50"
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz
- Output Impedance: 50Ω
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 80dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
- Equivalent Noise: 18dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
- Maximum SPL: 139dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
- Maximum Output Voltage: 6.9dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
- Sensitivity: -39dB re 1V/Pa (12.6mV @ 94dB SPL) ± 2dB @ 1kHz
- Power Requirements: 48V phantom power
- Output Connection: 3-pin XLR, balanced output
- Net Weight: 105g
- Dimensions: 217mm Length x 22mm Diameter
Key Features
Lightweight condenser shotgun microphone, designed for professional applications in film, video, television and broadcast
The full frequency response, low noise and transparency make it ideal in a range of applications, including filmmaking, voice-over and streaming
The low weight of just 105g makes it perfect as a boom microphone, and reduces fatigue on long shoots
Includes a switchable 80Hz high-pass filter to remove traffic rumble and other unwanted noises from your recording
Includes a foam windshield to reduce wind noise and plosives; furry windcover also available for use in adverse conditions
Specifications
Type
Lightweight Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Weight
105g
Frequency Response
Full
Noise Level
Low
High-Pass Filter
Switchable 80Hz
Included Accessory
Foam Windshield
Applications
Film, Video, Television, Broadcast, Filmmaking, Voice-over, Streaming
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- This microphone is exceptionally lightweight at just 105g, making it comfortable for extended boom operations and reducing operator fatigue.
- Features a switchable 80Hz high-pass filter, effectively reducing unwanted low-frequency noises like traffic rumble from recordings.
- Designed to deliver full frequency response, low noise, and high transparency, ensuring clear and accurate audio capture.
- Includes a foam windshield in the package, which helps to mitigate wind noise and plosives during recording sessions.
- Ideal for a variety of professional audio applications, including filmmaking, voice-over work, and live streaming setups.
👎 Cons
- While a foam windshield is included, a furry windcover for more adverse conditions is available separately, not bundled.
- The 80Hz high-pass filter is switchable, which may require manual adjustment depending on the specific recording environment.
- This microphone is a condenser type, which typically requires phantom power to operate, necessitating compatible audio equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Rode NTG1 suitable for boom operations?
The Rode NTG1 is very lightweight, weighing only 105g, which makes it ideal for use on a boom pole as it helps reduce fatigue during long shoots.
Does this microphone include features to reduce unwanted background noise?
Yes, the Rode NTG1 includes a switchable 80Hz high-pass filter designed to remove distracting low-frequency noises such as traffic rumble from your recordings.
Is a windshield provided with the Rode NTG1?
Yes, a foam windshield is included with the Rode NTG1 to help reduce wind noise and plosives during recording.
What kind of sound quality can be expected from the Rode NTG1?
The Rode NTG1 is designed with a full frequency response, low self-noise, and transparency, ensuring high audio quality suitable for professional applications.
What are the primary professional applications for this microphone?
The Rode NTG1 is designed for professional use in film, video, television, and broadcast, as well as for filmmaking, voice-over work, and streaming.
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