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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
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.
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N/A $169
Rode NT-USB
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About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

  • On 6 Apr 2022 MusicTech ranked Rode NT1A as #6
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    #6 out of 15 Rode NT1A
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  • On 14 Feb 2023 Just Creative ranked Rode NT-USB as #7
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    #7 out of 19 Rode NT-USB
    The best all-in-one microphone kit
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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 NT1A
Rode NT-USB
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
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:
Rode NT1A ranks #20 out of 101. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.6
Amazing
Rode NT-USB
In comparison:
Rode NT-USB ranks #17 out of 101. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.6
Amazing
Median best-selling Microphone
In comparison:
Warm Audio WA-47 ranks #51 out of 101. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.1
Great





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

Customers who view Rode NT1A and NT-USB often consider Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set, a pricier option.
Table: Top compared alternatives for Rode NT1A and NT-USB
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:
Elgato Wave 3 ranks #11 out of 101. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.7
Amazing
3 expert recommendations Cheaper Better Reviews
Sontronics Podcast Pro $196
In comparison:
Sontronics Podcast Pro ranks #80 out of 101.
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8.0
Great
2 expert recommendations
Rode NT-USB $169
In comparison:
Rode NT-USB ranks #17 out of 101. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.6
Amazing
No expert recommendations
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither Rode NT1A nor Rode NT-USB were recommended by key experts who publish Microphones 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [18]

85
Total 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
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0-20

Expert reviews [8]

89
Total 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
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From Seller:
  • 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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From Seller:
  • 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
  • Read more
Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
Rode NT1-A Microphone Demo | Review
Review by Autumn Gard
Popular! 74K views!
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RODE NT1-A Condenser Microphone Review / Test
Review by Audio Hotline
Popular! 66K views!
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Rode NT1-A Anniversary Condenser Mic Review / Test
Review by Podcastage
Very popular! 126K views!
Play video review
No video reviews linked yet for Rode NT-USB.
From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0663701833706, 0989898424665
UPC Numbers: 663701833706, 698813001453
Model Numbers: ANT1-AK3, NT-1A
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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).

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