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• Includes high-quality pop filter and desktop mount – an all-in-one solution for recording professional sound at home or on the go
• Designed and made in RØDE ’ s state-of-theart facilities in Sydney , Australia
A LEGEND REBORN
The NT-USB + is based on the original NT-USB , which was released in 2014 and has long been an industry-standard professional USB microphone for musicians , podcasters , streamers and other creators . Featuring the same iconic form factor and studioquality sound as the original , the NT-USB + builds on this legacy with a number of next-generation enhancements and is set to become a modern classic . “ The original NT-USB was an instant success when it launched almost a decade ago , setting a lofty standard for studio-quality USB microphones ,” said RØDE CEO Damien Wilson . “ With the NT-USB +, we are setting a new standard . We have kept the form factor and functionality that made the original such a success and introduced several new features , integrating cutting-edge technology for the next wave of creators . Plug-and-play USB audio has never sounded this good .”
STUDIO SOUND AT HOME OR ON THE GO
The NT-USB + features a studiograde condenser capsule that evokes the sound of a classic large-diaphragm condenser microphone . Delivering warmth and clarity , with a full frequency response and tight cardioid polar pattern for clear , focused audio , it excels on everything from vocals and speech to acoustic guitar and other instruments . The NT-USB + features enhanced circuitry , with RØDE ’ s ultra-low-noise , high-gain Revolution Preamp™ technology – first introduced with the groundbreaking RØDECaster Pro II ¬– as well as upgraded high-resolution 24-bit / 48kHz analog-to-digital conversion for pristine audio quality . It also features powerful internal DSP , which allows users to apply advanced APHEX ® processing to their audio . This includes a high-pass filter for cutting out low-end rumble , a noise gate for eliminating background noise , a compressor for delivering punchy and balanced sound , and the legendary Aural Exciter™ and Big Bottom™ effects for rich , broadcast tone . This studio-quality processing can be activated via the companion app RØDE Central – available for desktop and mobile – for use with any other software or application . It is also available in RØDE ’ s free podcasting and streaming software , RØDE Connect .
SIMPLICITY , PORTABILITY AND VERSATILITY
Not only does the NT-USB + sound amazing , but it is also incredibly easy to use , portable and versatile . It features a classcompliant USB-C output that is plug-and-play compatible with Mac and Windows computers ; it is also fully compatible with any Android or iOS smartphone or tablet , making it an excellent portable recording solution . It comes with a professional pop filter for minimising plosives , as well as a tripod mount for perfect positioning on a desktop . It also features a zero-latency headphone output for monitoring audio with no distracting echo or delay , complete with level and monitor mix controls . With its plug-andplay connectivity , included extras and all-in-one design , the NT- USB + is the ultimate microphone for anyone who wants to record professional sound effortlessly .
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