RODE NT-USB Mini Compact USB Microphone

The RODE NT-USB Mini is a compact USB microphone that records directly to a computer or tablet, with no drivers or software needed. Its cardioid condenser capsule is tailored for warmth and presence on dialogue, vocals, and guitar, and a built-in pop filter reduces plosives.

A 3.5mm headphone output with precision volume control handles monitoring, and the amplifier behind it easily drives high-impedance headphones. A switchable zero-latency monitoring mode removes distracting echo while recording.

The detachable magnetic desk stand gives a sturdy base on a desktop and comes off for mounting the mic on a stand or studio arm. With its 360-degree swing mount, the mic can sit upright, on an angle, sideways, or upside down. For singing, livestreaming, or voiceover, set it about 10 to 15 cm from the mouth. The construction is steel and reinforced nylon resin.

Software and Processing

RODE Connect software unlocks the mic’s built-in compressor, noise gate, and Aphex Aural Exciter and Big Bottom processors. It also links up to four NT-USB Minis to a single Mac or PC, with virtual channels for remote guests and automatic mix-minus on each channel. The RODE Central app configures device settings and updates firmware.

Features

• Cardioid condenser capsule with a USB-C output
• 24-bit, 48 kHz audio
• Built-in pop filter
• 3.5mm headphone output with volume control and zero-latency monitoring
• Detachable magnetic desk stand and 360-degree swing mount
• Compressor, noise gate, and Aphex processing through RODE Connect
• Bus powered