Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 4 × 8.8 × 12.4 cm |
Complete Studio Kit with Audio Interface Perfect for Home Recording (NT1 / AI-1 Kit)
$489.00
The perfect first step into home recording
RØDE’s AI-1 Audio Interface is stacked with incredible technology to ensure recording on your computer is easy, versatile and sounds superb.
The Complete Studio Kit comes with:
- Audio Interface (AI-1)
- RØDE’s peerless large diaphragm condenser microphone (NT1)
- Shock mount (SMR)
- XLR Cable
- USB Cable
RØDE’s AI-1 Audio Interface is packed with incredible technology to ensure recording on your computer is easy, versatile and sounds superb. The AI-1’s single input is a NeutrikTM Combo Jack, which takes both a 3-pole XLR (common to most microphones) and a quarter-inch jack common to most electric instruments like guitar, bass et al. Layering tracks is as easy as plug in, set level and go. Not only does the AI-1 deliver crystal clear audio to your computer software, but headphones have never sounded sweeter thanks to the discrete studio-quality headphone output and level control.
Description
As for inputs: the AI-1’s got both kinds…
The AI-1’s single input is a NeutrikTM Combo Jack, which takes both a 3-pole XLR (common to most microphones) and a quarter-inch jack common to most electric instruments like guitar, bass et al. Layering tracks is as easy as plug in, set level and go.
No cords barred (and other puns)
The Complete Studio Kit comes with the RØDE NT1 studio condenser microphone, a shock mount, pop-shield, RØDE XLR cable and USB-C/A cables to transfer data from your AI-1 to your computer, and power – including 48V phantom power to your AI-1.
Superior Headphone Amplifier onboard
Not only does the AI-1 deliver crystal clear audio to your computer software, but headphones have never sounded sweeter thanks to the discrete studio-quality headphone output and level control.
Features
The NT1 is a revolutionary new 1″ diaphragm condenser microphone from RØDE.
Although the body of the new NT1 closely resembles the NT1-A, the microphone has been completely redesigned from the ground up, with the only shared component being the mesh grille.
RØDE’s design engineers approached the NT1 as a marriage of innovation and tradition, starting with the capsule which is a completely new design. Codenamed the HF6, it is the perfect example of RØDE’s fusion of artistic design approaches and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques, and features a sound signature reminiscent of the famous microphones of old while at the same time exhibiting extremely low noise.
It has been developed with a focus on detailed midrange response, coupled with silky smooth high frequencies, and warm, round, bass reproduction to make the NT1 an absolute standout in its class.
In another world-first for RØDE, the transducer itself is suspended inside the microphone using Rycote’s industry-leading Lyre system, minimizing external vibrations at the capsule level. The capsule is then married to high-grade electronics that have been designed to provide the lowest noise level of any studio microphone available. The NT1 is an incredibly quiet microphone, measuring only 4.5dBA of self-noise.
Its body is machined from 6061 aluminium and then nickel plated for resistance against corrosion. Finally it is coated in a durable, military-grade ceramic layer, using advanced electrostatic application techniques developed by RØDE to ensure an extremely hard wearing finish that is resistant to scratches or marks.
The NT1 is supplied with the revolutionary new RØDE SMR shock mount. Featuring a unique double-Lyre suspension system, the SMR enhances the existing superior vibration cancellation of Rycote’s Lyre system by using a smaller inner Lyre to act as a tensioning element. This maintains each Lyre in the neutral position where it is most efficient at cancelling vibration. The SMR’s removable all-metal pop filter is as effective as it is visually striking, providing an integrated solution for plosive protection that is easily washable and designed to last as long as the shock mount and microphone.
Specifications
NT1 Microphone:
NT1 Specifications
| Acoustic Principle | Pressure Gradient |
| Active Electronics | JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer |
| Capsule | 1.00″ |
| Polar Pattern |  |
| Address Type | Side |
| Frequency Range | 20Hz – 20kHz |
| Output Impedance | 100Ω |
| Maximum SPL | 132dBSPL |
| Maximum Output Level | 8.0mV (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load) |
| Sensitivity | -29.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (35.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz |
| Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted) | 4dBA |
| Power Options |   |
| Weight | 440.00g |
| Dimensions | 187.00mmH x 50.00mmW x 50.00mmD |
| Output |  |
| Warranty | 1 year with free extension to 10 years following registration here |
AI-1 Audio Interface
AI-1 Audio Interface Specifications
| Computer Connectivity | USB |
| Form Factor | Desktop |
| Simultaneous I/O | 1 x 2 |
| Number of Preamps | 1 |
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| Bit Depth | 24-bit |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 kHz
48 kHz 88.2 kHz 96 kHz |
| Analog Inputs | 1 x Neutrik XLR-1/4” combo |
| Analog Outputs | 2 x 1/4” (impedance balanced)
1 x 1/4” (headphones) |
| Direct Monitor | Yes |
| USB | 1 x USB Type C |
| Bus Powered | Yes |
| OS Requirements | Mac OS 10.10 or later
Windows 7 or later |
| Power | USB bus-powered |
| Depth | 100mm total (with knobs)
chassis: 88mm |
| Width | 124mm |
| Height | 38mm |
| Weight | 1lb 3.7oz
560g |
Input
XLR/MIC INPUT
| Dynamic Range | 104dBA |
| Equivalent Input Noise @ Maximum Gain (Source Impedance 150 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, A-weighted) | –128dBA |
| Frequency Response (Measured after ADC) | 20Hz – 20kHz better than ±1dB |
| Gain Range | 0dB – >45dB |
| Gain Range | 1.3k Ohms |
INSTRUMENT INPUT
| Dynamic Range | 99dBA |
| Frequency Response (Measured after ADC) | 20Hz – 20kHz better than ±1dB |
| Gain Range | 0dB – >45dB |
| Input Impedance | 900k Ohms |
Output
MONITOR OUTPUTS
| Maximum Output Level | -6dBu |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20kHz better than ±1dB |
HEADPHONE
| Max output power at 1% THD | 32Ohms – >210mW
300Ohms – >390mW |
