
RODE NT-USB Studio USB Condenser Microphone
SKU RODE-NT-USB
Original price was: ₹21,800.₹18,500Current price is: ₹18,500. Save ₹3,300 (15%)
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The RODE NT-USB is a studio USB condenser microphone with zero-latency monitoring and a complete desktop tripod package, no interface needed.
- Cardioid condenser capsule with 16-bit/48 kHz USB conversion
- 3.5 mm zero-latency monitoring with direct mix control
- Pop filter, tripod stand, ring mount, pouch and 6 m cable included
- USB-powered for computers and Apple iPad
- Compatible with SMR shock mount and WS2 windshield
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- BrandRODE
Description
RODE NT-USB Studio USB Condenser Microphone
The RODE NT-USB is a professional USB condenser microphone that delivers studio-quality vocal and instrument recording straight into a computer or iPad, with no audio interface required. Its cardioid condenser capsule captures vocals, acoustic instruments, voice-over and livestream audio with the clarity expected of a studio microphone, while its built-in 16-bit/48 kHz conversion handles the digital side internally, so setup is a single USB connection. It is supplied as a complete desktop package with a detachable pop filter, a tripod desk stand, a ring mount, a storage pouch and a 6-metre USB cable, which means it is ready to record within minutes of unboxing.
Why Choose RODE NT-USB?
Creators choose the RODE NT-USB because it removes the two usual barriers to good sound: extra hardware and complicated setup. There is no interface to buy, no preamp gain to learn and no driver to install for basic use, yet the result is a genuine condenser sound rather than a headset or webcam microphone. The 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack gives zero-latency monitoring, so performers hear themselves in real time with no distracting delay, and the direct mix control blends microphone input against computer playback to find a comfortable balance. Its cardioid pattern focuses on the voice in front of the microphone and rejects keyboard clatter and room noise from behind, which is exactly what podcasters, streamers and remote workers need on a desk. It is also compatible with the SMR shock mount and WS2 foam windshield for buyers who later want to upgrade their mounting and wind protection.
Key Features
- Studio USB condenser sound: cardioid condenser capsule with built-in 16-bit/48 kHz conversion, no interface needed.
- Zero-latency headphone monitoring: 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack with direct mix control between mic input and computer playback.
- Complete desktop package: detachable pop filter, tripod desk stand, ring mount, storage pouch and 6 m USB cable included.
- Cardioid pickup pattern: focuses on the voice in front and rejects noise from the sides and rear.
- Simple USB power: runs from USB 5V DC, compatible with computers and Apple iPad.
- Upgrade path: compatible with the RODE SMR shock mount and WS2 foam windshield.
Best Suited For
The RODE NT-USB suits podcasters and streamers starting a home studio, musicians recording vocals and acoustic instruments at a desk, voice-over artists and audiobook narrators, gamers and livestreamers who want broadcast-style voice quality, and professionals recording meetings, lessons and presentations from home. It is ideal for anyone who wants studio sound without buying an interface. It is not the right choice for multi-microphone recording into one computer, since it is a single USB input, nor for buyers who need the higher 24-bit resolution and on-board processing of the newer NT-USB+.
Setup and Connection Guide
Screw the ring mount onto the tripod desk stand, seat the microphone in the mount, fit the detachable pop filter in front of the capsule, and connect the supplied USB cable to a computer or iPad. Select the microphone as the input device in the operating system or recording app, plug headphones into the 3.5 mm jack on the microphone body, and use the volume and mix dials to balance your own voice against computer playback. Sit 15 to 20 cm from the microphone with the pop filter between you and the capsule, speak into the front face, and set the recording level so normal speech peaks comfortably below clipping. Keep the microphone on a stable desk away from fans and vibrating hard drives for the cleanest result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an audio interface for the RODE NT-USB?
No. The microphone connects directly over USB and contains its own analogue-to-digital conversion, so it plugs straight into a computer or iPad and appears as an audio input device.
Can I monitor myself while recording with the RODE NT-USB?
Yes. The 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack on the microphone provides zero-latency monitoring, and the direct mix control lets you blend the microphone signal with playback from the computer.
How is the NT-USB different from the NT-USB+?
The NT-USB records at 16-bit/48 kHz over a standard USB connection. The newer NT-USB+ moves to USB-C with 24-bit/48 kHz conversion, a Revolution Preamp and internal APHEX digital signal processing.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | RODE |
| Model | RODE NT-USB |
| Type | USB condenser microphone |
| Acoustic principle | Pressure gradient |
| Polar pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency range | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Dynamic range | 96 dB |
| Maximum SPL | 110 dB SPL |
| Conversion | 16-bit/48 kHz analogue-to-digital |
| Power | USB 5V DC |
| Output connection | USB |
| Monitoring | 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack with direct mix control |
| Dimensions | 184 (L) x 62 (W) x 50 (H) mm |
| Weight | 520 g |
| In the box | Microphone, detachable pop filter, tripod desk stand, ring mount, storage pouch, 6 m USB cable |
Explore Related Products
For the newer USB-C model with on-board processing, also explore the RODE PodMic USB.
Additional Information
Specifications
| Brand | RODE |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | RODE-NT-USB |
| Category | Microphone |
| Condition | Brand new, sealed box |
| Warranty | Official manufacturer warranty (India) |
| GST invoice | Yes, input credit available |
Warranty Information
Buy with peace of mind. The RODE NT-USB Studio USB Condenser Microphone comes with the official manufacturer’s warranty for India, valid from the date on your GST invoice. Pro Audio Video is a specialist audio video store, and every product we sell is brand new, sealed and sourced through authorised channels, so your warranty is honoured at brand service centres across India.
- Official Indian warranty, as specified by the manufacturer
- GST invoice with every order, needed for warranty claims
- We help you raise and follow up warranty claims with the brand
Delivery and Shipping
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- Delivery anywhere in India; delivery time depends on your location
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