Rode NT-USB Review

USB Condenser Microphone

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Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 248,739 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode NT-USB. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the Rode NT-USB. For example, 92% of 146,753 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Rode NT-USB have given positive feedback.

92%
Sound quality
92% of users are satisfied, based on 146,753 reviews
87%
Value for money
87% of users are satisfied, based on 146,745 reviews
91%
Easy to use
91% of users are satisfied, based on 63,976 reviews
87%
Volume control
87% of users are satisfied, based on 49,932 reviews
88%
For gaming
88% of users are satisfied, based on 45,314 reviews
86%
Versatility
86% of users are satisfied, based on 45,018 reviews
92%
For beginners
92% of users are satisfied, based on 39,985 reviews
84%
Sturdiness
84% of users are satisfied, based on 32,737 reviews
90%
Durability
90% of users are satisfied, based on 16,772 reviews
92%
Easy to install
92% of users are satisfied, based on 16,772 reviews
86%
Sheerness
86% of users are satisfied, based on 16,611 reviews
74%
Light weight
74% of users are satisfied, based on 16,584 reviews
88%
Accuracy
88% of users are satisfied, based on 16,535 reviews
94%
Comfort
94% of users are satisfied, based on 16,535 reviews
72%
Noise cancellation
72% of users are satisfied, based on 16,188 reviews
86%
Quality of material
86% of users are satisfied, based on 11,931 reviews
88%
Stability
88% of users are satisfied, based on 11,866 reviews
Average Rating (248,739 ratings)
93%
Amazon.de ( 16,772 ratings )
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Amazon.co.uk ( 16,611 ratings )
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Amazon.fr ( 16,584 ratings )
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Amazon.it ( 16,549 ratings )
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Amazon.es ( 16,535 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.tr ( 16,247 ratings )
92%
Amazon.in ( 16,188 ratings )
86%
Amazon.com ( 11,931 ratings )
94%
Amazon.sa ( 11,931 ratings )
94%
Amazon.ae ( 11,931 ratings )
94%
Amazon.eg ( 11,927 ratings )
94%
Amazon.co.jp ( 11,866 ratings )
94%
Amazon.ca ( 11,862 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.mx ( 11,858 ratings )
94%
Amazon.se ( 11,856 ratings )
94%
Amazon.nl ( 11,855 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.au ( 11,855 ratings )
94%
Amazon.sg ( 11,853 ratings )
94%
Amazon.cn ( 1,571 ratings )
94%
B&H Photo Video ( 468 ratings )
90%
Thomann ( 421 ratings )
94%
SweetWater ( 23 ratings )
100%
Adorama ( 22 ratings )
90%
Guitar Center ( 8 ratings )
90%
Musicians Friend ( 7 ratings )
100%
Reverb ( 7 ratings )
100%
Zzounds ( 1 ratings )
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 1 to 20 of 23 Reviews

Best mic for podcasting

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Feb 23, 2015

Reviewed by Chris on Guitar Center

This is my 4th mic I've used while doing my podcast. The Rode NT-USB is by far the best I've ever used. The Blue Yeti was too sensitive, the Blue Spark garbled my voice, and the Samson Meteor Mic required too much software to function properly. The Rode was good right out of the box and did not require tinkering to make it "better". The included pop filter is worth it's weight in gold. The other thing that makes this great is it uses a standard USB/USB2 cord, so they are easily picked up if you need an extra. Listen to people on YouTube and SoundCloud compare audio clips using Rode and the other three mice I mentioned and see if you do not agree. Suoer impressed! ... More

Great mic, even better price

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Oct 24, 2016

Reviewed by Matt on Guitar Center

It mic was perfect for the music project that I have been working on. I needed a mic that simple to set up, easy to adjust, and very user friendly (I am not a great singer, so I just needed something that can make me sound half decent at a good price). The price is very affordable for the quality that you will receive. The fact that it comes with a pop filter was awesome too (really makes a difference). And having it as simple as a plug into a USB port was extremely convenient. My Mac recognized it as what it is immediately (just have to adjust the mic input and output if needed; very simple). It sounds great, and if you want to sound better, just use your music software to adjust if needed. Great product. Amazing price. ... More

The Last Mic Brand and Model I will buy.

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Jul 29, 2018

Reviewed by bostonmike617 on Guitar Center

I bought this due to the fact I grew tired of wires from usb interfaces, dealing with breakoutcables (delta 1010lt) and other "clunky" means of recording my voice. I paired it with the PSA-1 and it was a wrap. Monitoring through the onboard 3.5 inch jack is a pleasure with the Shure SE215's is fantastic. No power button so you will either keep it on or unplug it. I just mute it and keep it on. Plenty of usb cable that comes with the unit. No complaints. I would buy this again and again. Thanks Guitar Center for carrying this amazing product! ... More

So good!

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Jan 1, 2017

Reviewed by Furkan on Guitar Center

It is a very nice microphone. It would have been much better if there was a power switch. I don't like plug and unplug it every time.

JUNK - SH|T warranty and customer support - DO NOT BUY

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Oct 13, 2021

Reviewed by Blunt on Guitar Center

I didnt even use this 9 months and the ring mount snapped. Google "NT-USB broken ring mount" and you'll see, its going to happen to you too. It is designed to fail. They do not offer any sort of improved design if you get a warranty replacement, just another cheap piece of plastic, doomed to fail. Someone at another company has solved this issue with a redesign, but Rode doesn't care, and will continue to produce this piece of SH|T. I went and got an SMR mount, thinking it'd be better - nope, snapped into pieces when tightening it the first time. Look for a different mic company. ... More

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RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Feb 7, 2019

Reviewed by Thomas F. on Reverb

Great mic for the price-point. I use this mainly for quickly demoing out ideas without having to setup my audio interface, preamps, etc. It's very handy. This would be great for traveling and needing to record a podcast or quick vocal takes. The USB cable that comes with it is ridiculously long, but I guess better that it's too long, than too short, right? Also major plus that it comes with a pop filter and little stand.

Clear sound, easy to use, and just warm enough

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit Review

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit

Apr 7, 2022

Reviewed by Austin on B&H Photo Video

This mic isn't overly warm and doesn't have the proximity effect that some podcasters love. But I think it sounds clear and natural, bright but not overly bright. The pickup pattern is pretty wide so you will have background noise, but in a quiet environment, this mic will sound great on the edge of a desk or even with two people. For the money and ease of a USB mic it works great. I personally don't use the headphone jack.

Good for starters

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit Review

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit

Jul 2, 2022

Reviewed by Paulina on B&H Photo Video

The mic is easy to use. But I ended up giving it away just a few months later and bought the Shure MV7 mic. I felt like this mic grabbed a lof of ambiance noise, even with sound proof. It is easy to plug in with a USB and easy to use, but the sounds quality was not what I needed for my professional VO work.

Good for USB Mic

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit Review

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit

Nov 18, 2021

Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video

I use this for VO auditions on the go. Easy to pack and it's plug and play with your laptop, iPad or iPhone. (adapter needed for ipad/iphone) It's good for a USB mic but doesn't compare too well with XLR mics I own like Sennheiser 600MKE. The stand is kind of blah. But better than no stand.

does what it says it will do

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit Review

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit

Sep 29, 2022

Reviewed by Todd on B&H Photo Video

I had to decide if I needed a USB mic since I have an audio interface with my home studio...but there are times you don't want to boot everything up. Also, I can use this with a laptop set up and have studio sound. Is this a $5,000 mic? No, but to my ears, it sounds as good as Shure SM series mics. A pro workhorse mic.

X'lent mic!

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Jul 15, 2020

Reviewed by Charles F. on Reverb

This Røde NT-USB sounds great, is easy to use and works on all my computer recording Mac OS, new or old. No latency monitoring is a dream come true. Built in wind screen is an appreciated touch too, as is the nice long USB cable and desktop stand. I prefer this Røde's mic to my other "go to" condenser mic. Nice job Røde!

Bulletproof stopgap pick before getting an interface

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Mar 1, 2021

Reviewed by Jonathan T. on Reverb

Pros: Really nice hardware features and filter, ready to go right out of the box. Very good sound for it’s price. Excellent build. Cons: The included stand should be collapsible, esp if it’s so small. At this price point for a USB mic it should have a gain knob.

Love Rode mics - This doesn't dissapoint

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Sep 15, 2018

Reviewed by Vaughn F. on Reverb

Yet another great product from Rode! Very nice pick up and love the stand and built in pop filter. The sound is great like an NT-1. The monitoring mix function is really cool. Looong 20ft cable which is perfect for mobile recording!

Clear and Clean

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit Review

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit

Apr 25, 2022

Reviewed by Austin on B&H Photo Video

This mic is good for desktop applications with one or maybe two people. It sounds clear and clean. It is not overly warm or radio sounding with the proximity effect but rather very natural and flat.

Great mic

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Oct 29, 2020

Reviewed by Juan on Guitar Center

I will use this mic for podcasting and video calling, and it has a really great sound, and is really simple it's configuration it's only plug and ready to use it

Nice

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

Rode NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Dec 20, 2019

Reviewed by Low rider on Guitar Center

Nice mic

Great microphone

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit Review

Rode NT-USB USB Desktop Studio Kit

Jan 25, 2022

Reviewed by Axel on B&H Photo Video

Pop filter is included. Solid USB cable connection. Tripod is light weight plastic though.

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Jan 23, 2021

Reviewed by Isabella M. on Reverb

Super great quality.

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Jun 7, 2020

Reviewed by Ali A. on Reverb

Excellent product. Sounded great when I recorded.

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone Review

RODE NT-USB USB Condenser Microphone

Jul 20, 2020

Reviewed by Kelly K. on Reverb

Appreciate you!

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