Rode Microphones NT55 Multi-Pattern 1/2'' Condenser Microphones

Like the NT5, the RØDE NT55 is a small-diaphragm, true-condenser cardioid microphone, sometimes referred to as a 'pencil mic'. The NT55 adds both a three position pad (0, -10dB, -20dB) and three stage high pass filter (Off, 75Hz, 150Hz), and includes the interchangeable NT45-O omnidirectional capsule.

Intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a 1/2" capsule, an active J-FET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer.

Its tight cardioid pickup pattern also makes it ideal for use as an indoor dialogue microphone for filmmaking on a mic stand or boom.

Finished in durable satin nickel, the NT55 available as a single microphone or as an acoustically matched pair.

The NT55 is designed and made in Australia, and covered by RØDE's industry leading 10 year warranty.

Features:

• Externally biased condenser
• Cardioid or Omni polar pattern using included interchangable capsules
• Gold sputtered 1/2” capsule
• Three position PAD - 0dB, -10dB and -20dB
• Three position High-Pass Filter - flat, 75Hz and 150Hz
• Surface mount circuitry
• Low noise
• Available as Certified Matched Pair
• 10 year extended warranty when you register your microphone

Specifications:

• Active Electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
• Capsule: 0.50"
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional
• Address Type: End
• Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz
• Output Impedance: 100Ω
• Maximum SPL: 136dBSPL
• Maximum Output Level: 8.0mV (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
• Sensitivity: -38.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (12.60mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): 15dBA
• Power Options: P48
• Weight: 110.00g
• Dimensions: 145.00mmH x 20.00mmW x 20.00mmD
• Output: XLR
• Warranty: 1 year with free extension to 10 years following registration