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Compact 1/2" Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The NT55 utilises the 1/2" gold sputtered true condenser transducer used in the internationally renowned RØDE NT5. The NT55 is a low-noise, balanced output microphone, exhibiting a wide dynamic range and full frequency response.

The NT55 circuit incorporates a three position variable PAD with 0dB, -10dB or 20dB attenuation, and a thereposition variable high-pass filter that enables you to step from a flat response to 75 or 150 Hz high pass filter.

The NT55 comes with two different condenser microphone heads to provide a wide variety of polar patterns. The NT55 is complemented with a diverse range of accessories to better facilitate positioning and attachment.
  • Externally biased condenser
  • Gold sputtered 1/2" capsule
  • Three position PAD - 0dB, -10dB and -20dB
  • Three position High-Pass Filter - flat, 75Hz and 150Hz
  • Cardioid or Omni polar pattern using interchangeable capsules
  • Heavy-duty satin-nickel plated body
  • Surface mount circuitry
  • Low noise
  • Full frequency response
Also available as a matched pair.
Power P48 (48V) phantom supply
Acoustic Principle Pressure gradient
Directional Pattern Cardioid and Omni
Frequency range 20 Hz - 20 kHz (with selectable HPF)
Output impedance 100Ω
Signal noise ratio 79 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Equivalent noise 15 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Maximum SPL 136dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load) (146/156 with PAD)
Maximum output voltage +8dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
Sensitivity -38 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (12 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Weight 110gm
Dimensions 145mmH x 20mmW x 20mmD
Reviews
"I really liked the fact that by changing the capsules and moving the microphones around, I was able to get noticeably different tones with just two NT55s. All the while, the midrange stayed constant and clear... RØDE has another winner in its stable" - Electronic Musician, 2007

"I was very impressed with the NT55. With its additional pad and filtering options I can see this microphone being a popular choice for both studio and stage applications as well as doing the hard yards on location recordings and foley sessions. Altogether, a sweet package from the RØDE crew" - Audio Technology

NT55 with all accessories
Included Accessories
RM5 clip, NT45-O omni capsule head, custom case

Optional Accessories
WS5 windshield, SM3/SM4/SM5 shock mounts, DS1 desk stand and Tripod
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Cardioid Polar PatternOmni Polar PatternFrequency Response
Cardioid Polar PatternOmni Polar PatternFrequency Response
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