Rode NTK

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Rode NTK

Rode

NTK

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 158994
Brand: Rode
Model: NTK
Price: $658.90

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The Rode NTK is a solid entry into the valve microphone world. It delivers a pleasingly warm and detailed sound, especially good for vocals and acoustic instruments where you want that vintage tube character. If you're looking for a character mic without a premium price tag, this is a great starting point.

Product Description

  • Rode NTK incl. Shock Mount
  • Valve Condenser Studio Microphone
  • Gold plated large diaphragm
  • Very low noise level
  • Wide frequency range
  • Hand-selected twin-triode valve
  • Incl. power supply and RM2 microphone flange with ring holder
PROS
  • • Warm, full sound thanks to hand-selected twin-triode valve
  • • Gold-plated diaphragm offers clarity and detail in transients
  • • Included shock mount minimizes unwanted vibrations and noise
  • • Robust power supply provides clean, stable phantom power
CONS
  • • Valve mics require more careful handling and maintenance than solid-state
  • • Limited polar pattern options compared to some competitors
  • • Can be a bit noisy with certain preamps or low-output sources

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20Hz - 20kHz
Max SPL 138dB
Sensitivity -32dBV/Pa (15 mV/Pa) - 10.5 dBV
Connector XLR
Weight 1.14 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NTK has a richer, warmer tone with a slightly more pronounced midrange, while the C414 is generally more neutral and transparent.
The power supply is generally clean, but older units or those not properly grounded can exhibit a slight hum – it's something to test immediately upon arrival.
A clean, low-noise preamp is essential; darker, vintage-style preamps can complement the NTK's warmth, but avoid overly noisy options.

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