Experts recommend Rode NT1A more than Rode NT-USB
As of 5 Mar 2024, experts prefer Rode NT1A over Rode NT-USB, but both Microphones have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Rode NT1A received 1 recommendation: from MusicTech (6 Apr 2022). Rode NT-USB was also endorsed 1 times: by Just Creative (14 Feb 2023). However, experts generally ranked Rode NT-USB lower than Rode NT1A in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
Rank | Change | Price | Microphone | CNN Underscored | SoundGuys | PC Gamer | PCMag | PianoDreamers | Music Radar | MusicTech | IGN | Tom's Guide | Just Creative |
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40 | N/A | $179 | Rode NT1A The Rode NT1A is a high-quality condenser microphone with a wide frequency response range and cardioid directional pattern, ideal for recording vocals and acoustic instruments in a professional studio setting. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | - | - | - |
47 | N/A | $169 | Rode NT-USB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 6 Apr 2022 MusicTech ranked Rode NT1A as #6
Rank Microphone ... ... #6 out of 15 Rode NT1A ... ... Source: www.musictech.net - On 14 Feb 2023 Just Creative ranked Rode NT-USB as #7
Rank Microphone Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 19 Rode NT-USB The best all-in-one microphone kit... ... ... Source: justcreative.com
After counting and adding up the 110 expert endorsements of the March rankings, Rode NT1A outranks Rode NT-USB. This is not to say that Rode NT-USB is a bad option. Like Rode NT1A, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Customers like Rode NT-USB and Rode NT1A about the same
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Rode NT-USB
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Both Rode NT-USB and Rode NT1A have very similar amazing customer reviews.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling microphone receives a consumer score of 9.1 (great). Both Rode NT1A and Rode NT-USB receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
Rode NT1A |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
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Rode NT-USB |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
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Median best-selling Microphone |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
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Rode NT-USB is more popular than Rode NT1A
It's fairly safe to say that Rode NT-USB is a more popular microphone than Rode NT1A, based on its 7,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Table: Top compared alternatives for Rode NT1A and NT-USB | |||||
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Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set | $193 |
We don't yet have enough review information for Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set N/A
| 3 expert recommendations | ||
Elgato Wave 3 | $150 |
In comparison:
9.7 Amazing
| 3 expert recommendations | Cheaper Better Reviews | |
Sontronics Podcast Pro | $196 | 2 expert recommendations | |||
Rode NT-USB | $169 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations |
Rank | Change | Price | Microphone | CNN Underscored | SoundGuys
| PC Gamer | PCMag | PianoDreamers | Music Radar | MusicTech | IGN | Tom's Guide | Just Creative |
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1 | - | $249 | Shure MV7 The Shure MV7 microphone is a versatile and adaptable option for podcasters, streamers, and content creators, offering excellent sound quality, noise-cancelling capabilities, and connectivity options. | - | - | 1 | 8 | - | 7 | 4 | 5 | - | 8 |
2 | - | $87 | Blue Yeti The Blue Yeti microphone is a versatile and durable device with four directional patterns, a built-in headphone jack, and compatibility with a wide range of devices and software, making it a popular choice among content creators, podcasters, and gamers.
| 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 11 | - | 1 | 5 |
3 | - | $97 | Shure SM57 The Shure SM57 microphone is highly regarded for its exceptional sound quality, durability, versatility, and compatibility, making it a popular choice among musicians, producers, and recording engineers for capturing instruments and vocals in various live and studio settings. | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
4 | - | $150 | Elgato Wave 3 The Elgato Wave 3 is a versatile and reliable USB microphone designed for content creators, podcasters, and live streamers, featuring a cardioid polar pattern, two connectivity options, advanced features, and compatibility with both PC and Mac. | 3 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 8 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [18]
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 13
Highest score by makebeats101.com | 100 |
Average score based on 18 reviews | 85 |
Lowest score by gearspace.com | 74 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
Expert reviews [8]
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 2
Highest score by GuitarFella | 98 |
Average score based on 8 reviews | 89 |
Lowest score by selectos.eu | 80 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
- Bundle Includes: Rode NT1A Complete Vocal Recording Microphone Package with Knox Gear TX-100 Closed-Back Studio Monitor Headphones
- Ideal Use: Packaged in the 'Complete Vocal Recording Solution', the NT1-A includes everything you need to get a truly professional vocal recording and is ideal for home studio recording
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- High quality studio microphone with the convenience of USB connectivity
- Pop shield, Tripod desk stand, ring mount, storage pouch and 6m (20’) USB cable included
- 3.5 millimeter stereo headphone jack for zero-latency monitoring
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Rode NT1A is a popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling microphones and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as MXL 2003A or Rode NT-USB+ .
Rode NT1A is $75 more expensive than the average microphone ($104).
Rode NT-USB is a very popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling microphones and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Rode NT-USB+ or Aston Stealth .
Rode NT-USB is $65 more expensive than the average microphone ($104).