RØDE NT-USB Mini Versatile Studio-quality Condenser USB Microphone with Free Software for Podcasting, Streaming, Gaming, Music Production, Vocal and Instrument Recording,Black

I picked up this Rhode mic for my webinar meetings and overall I'm really happy with it. The sound quality is exactly what I was looking for and it's been working great for my needs. One thing I noticed when I first got it was that there were some white marks on the surface. I was a bit concerned at first thinking they might be scratches or permanent damage, but turns out they just wiped right off with a cloth. Not sure if it was from packaging or handling during shipping, but it wasn't a big deal since they came off easily. The mic itself performs really well and feels solid. Setup was straightforward and I haven't had any technical issues with it. The build quality seems good and it's been reliable so far. Would definitely recommend this mic - just don't worry if you see some white marks when you first unbox it. They're probably just surface residue that cleans off no problem.

The sound quality recorded by this mic is fantastic. It captures even the smallest of details from guitars, vocals, cajon, tambourine, eggs, oneshots, block flutes, classical flute, everything. Upon connecting to my laptop, it immediately updated the firmware and recognized the NT USB+. Ater starting my DAW, and setting up the device to be the NT USB+, everything worked perfectly. I couldn't be more pleased. The mic comes with a very nice and long heavy duty USB C cable. The wind screen isn't the greatest, but it's sufficient and should hold up well. The desk stand, while a nice sentiment, is very light weight plastic. It would have been much better if they had made it with metal to give it more stability. I tried the desk stand just to see how it was, and then I connected it to a boom mic stand. If you use the stand, I recommend you do it carefully. Lastly, on the funny side of things, I must say I believe this is the first time I've ever gotten anything that actually had branded desiccant, lol. Way to go Rode! I love it. If you're looking for a quality USB microphone, look no further. While it's on the higher price point in comparison to its nearest competitor, I've no regrets with this purchase, and I'm extra proud of the fact it's NOT MADE IN CHINA! AND, if that's not enough good news about a great product, I almost forgot to mention how this microphone is plug and play not only with my laptop, but also with my OnePlus android phone and my Samsung Galaxy S7 Plus Android tablet. On all platforms, works perfectly.

Love this plug-and-play mic; I leave it set up in our music room to record and listen to my practice sessions. The mic is a quality, heavy-duty product that seems to be well made. Although the stand is plastic it functions just fine. While it's not the most cheap mic of it's kind, the quality is definitely worth it. Sound is crisp and clear and the mic does a great job of capturing the sound without clipping. Volume and record level are adjustable, and monitoring while recording is a cool feature. I installed the Rode Reporter app on my phone and use it regularly. Not sure why the online ratings in Google Play Store are not great; the app was easy to set up, and using it to record is as easy as plugging the mic into my phone and hitting the record button in the app. The app creates good quality files for immediate playback. Have not tried transferring and editing files yet.

Overall this a great little mic if you need some small for voice. Pros: Small size High quality nylon and aluminum construction Simple magnetic base Strong headphone amplifier built in, able to drive many headphones, including those with higher impedance like the MDR V6 at 53ohms Compact and portable Solid USB C connection with a quality, adequate length included cable Cons: Limited to 96khz. People debate this, but 192khz does often sound a bit better to me, though it's not necessary. Somewhat high noise floor - the mic can sound a bit sizzly Included stand is very low, and easily picks up background noise. Depending on your use case you'll almost definitely need to pick up a separate stand that brings the mic within 6 inches of your mouth to take advantage of the proximity effect. You can get an aftermarket stand for not too much money, but frankly I'm not sure why they included such a short stand. Depending on your voice timbre, it can sound somewhat flat and 'robotlike'. This is more a personal problem for since I have a very monotone voice. Different mics can make it sound better. Overall, for the money you really can't go wrong. It's far better than any included headset mic, the headphone amp is very good, and it also sounds pretty decent for acoustic guitar.

This mic rivals my Lewitt XLR mics (with a Motu M2). It's really nice to just have something that records with such high quality that can be plugged in - in just a matter of 2 seconds via USB C. Absolutely amazing for my voice-overs. The Rode Central software is super easy and plun n' go. I'm not a big fan of the aural and big bottom exciters, but the compressor and high pass filter are top-notch. They work at the same time I'm recording using Audacity which is a huge plus. All metal design made in Australia (yes, not China) 24bit 48khz sample rate recording (you don't need more than that) driverless (as far as I am aware) USB C cable is firm and heavy Pop filter get's the job done stand is nice lights up a blue LED on the side that records sound (looks nice) super low noise and high gain (pretty impressive for USB actually) Mid-range is the sweetest I have ever heard for a mic (perfect for voice) I have no complaints. My mic came in damage free, so I am not sure what happened to the other reviewers mics. Not fair to give it 1 star, though. This mic screams quality outside in. The fact that Rode makes this mic in Australia tells me that they are really proud of it, and I can see why. Well worth the cost, as it's a weird mic that is super beginner friendly (it's plug and forget USB) and 'End-Game' (the quality is that impressive IMHO).

I'm amazed by this thing. Also, Rode customer service is top notch. I haven't had any Rode products until now, but I am now a fan and will be in the market soon and will keep in mind Rode, for sure! I can't believe my phone can power this mic. Functionality is awesome, easy to use, plug and play. Cord length is perfect. Microphone quality is great.

Right out of the box, this mic feels solid and well-built. It’s surprisingly heavy for its size, which honestly makes it feel premium and durable — definitely not cheap plastic. The compact design is perfect for smaller setups or desks, and the magnetic base keeps it stable while recording. From what I’ve seen and read, the sound quality is clear and crisp thanks to the studio-grade condenser capsule. It’s made to pick up natural-sounding vocals with very low background noise, which makes it great for podcasting, streaming, or recording music. The USB-C cable it comes with is a decent length — long enough to reach from a desk setup to your computer without stretching or needing an extension. It also connects instantly with no extra software needed, which is super convenient. I haven’t recorded with it yet, but just based on the build quality and RØDE’s reputation, this feels like a professional-level mic made to last.

I use this microphone with my android phone for recording and streaming/performance acoustic instruments (piano, cello, violin). Though I use it everyday, I am a casual user. Cons: - The app/program to update the firmware. On my phone, it just kept turning the microphone on and off and eventually just stayed off. Same thing happened when connected to my laptop. Kept turning the device on and off but it eventually updated. Not quite sure what was happening. I used the included USB cable. Updating the firmware fixed some obvious bugs (e.g. light turning on inappropriatly). - The stock volume is very low. Using the app/program helped with this issue by allowing you to adjust the gain. - There's very few options for a case. -Since I use with my phone, I'd like a good phone and microphone mount but the microphone is so heafty...(which is a good thing). Pros: - The unit is very well built/solid; I have not seen such good manufacturing in a long time! Since it's heafty, it does cause problems in portability since there isn't a nice case. - It is exactly what it says it is. No surprises. - Both a pro and con is that there's no adjustments except the monitor volume dial but that's clearly stated so I knew what I was buying and it's great for my simple plug/chug into phone use.