
Plug the lead it comes with into a USB port on your laptop or computer, and that’s it. Recording with the Rode NT-USB Mini is as simple as it gets. This cuts down on background noise, but doesn’t eliminate it completely - so if you’re recording in a public space, it will capture a nice ambience. The Mini’s directional cardioid pickup pattern means it focuses on picking up sounds coming from directly in front of it.

In real terms, that means it’s capable of recording instruments as well as voice - great if you plan to use the mic for several different purposes.Īs it’s designed with mobility in mind, the Mini has a built-in pop filter that helps dampen ambient noise from room reverberation while also reducing those pesky plosives. The NT-USB Mini has a very broad frequency range of 20-20,000 Hz, a maximum SPL of 121 dB. Features & Technical Detailsįor the audiophiles out there, here’s a full breakdown of of the Rode NT-USB Mini’s specs: The rotation on the mount allows you to fine tune the position of the mic until you hit that sweet spot that delivers the best sound. The stand is magnetically attached to a 360-degree swivelling mount for the microphone, so you can quickly detach it and mount it on a mic stand or boom arm. The desktop stand is weighted to help absorb any accidental bumps of the table while recording. The interface is minimal, with a single dial that adjusts the headphone level on the front, and a USB-C and 3.5mm headphone port on the rear. Despite its small stature, it still looks and feels professional.

The mic is crafted from steel and reinforced nylon resin, topped off with a matte black finish. The build quality is immediately apparent as soon as you lift it out of the box. The Rode NT-USB Mini is sleek, stylish, and feels incredibly sturdy.
