RODE NT-SF1 Ambisonic Professional Studio Microphone for 360° Surround Sound Recording in Broadcast Quality

RODE NT-SF1 Ambisonic Professional Studio Microphone for 360° Surround Sound Recording in Broadcast Quality

• The RØDE NT-SF1 condenser microphone is one of the most powerful professional microphones in the world of surround sound, offering high-quality 360-degree (Ambisonic) recording, making it the ideal choice for fields such as virtual reality (VR), sound design, and film production.

• ThisRode microphone opens up new horizons in audio recording, where you can capture everything around you with amazing accuracy and control it after recording.

Technical description:

• The NT-SF1 studio microphone is based on four 1/2-inch TF-45C condenser capsules arranged in a tetrahedral array design, allowing for the capture of the full sound field from all directions.

It records audio in A-Format™ format on four channels, and can convert it to B-Format™ and process it using the following add-on:

• SoundField by RØDE Plugin

This allows you to:

• Change the microphone direction after recording
• Sound distribution adjustment
• Creating surround sound up to 7.1.4
• Producing 3D audio experiences

Technical specifications:

voice performance

• Microphone type: Ambisonic Condenser
• Dosage pattern: Cardioid (4 capsules)
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz
• Maximum sound pressure level: 129 dB

the components

• Number of capsules: 4 x ½ inch
• Capsule arrangement: Tetrahedral Array
• Type: Externally Biased Condenser

electrical performance

• Sensitivity: -30.4 dB
• Output resistance: 63 ohms
• Self-noise level: 17 dBA
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 77 dB

Connections and Power

• Connection type: XLR (multi-channel)
• Power source: Phantom Power (48V per channel)

Dimensions and weight

• Length: 192.3 mm
• Diameter: 25.1 mm
• Weight: 286 grams

Materials

• Structure: Copper
• Color: Black

Key features:

• True 360° surround sound recording
• Full support for Ambisonic technologies
• 4 high-quality Condenser capsules
• Ability to control the sound after recording
• Supports surround sound systems up to 7.1.4
• It comes with a full set of professional accessories.

Product summary:

• The RØDE NT-SF1 condenser microphone is an advanced professional tool for recording 3D audio, giving you complete control and an immersive audio experience.

Additional features:

• Comes with a professional shock mount
• Equipped with a windshield and furry cover
• Free plugin support for audio processing
• High flexibility in audio production
• Suitable for the latest audio technologies

Applications used for the product:

• Virtual reality (VR)
• It provides an immersive 360° audio experience.

• Film production
• To record realistic sound environments.

• Sound Design
• Complete control over the audio scene.

• Ambient recording (Ambience)
• It captures the entire sound environment.

• Games and interactive experiences
• Realistic 3D sound.

Summary and final advice:

• If you are in the world of advanced production or virtual reality, the Mike Rude RØDE NT-SF1 is a very strong investment that gives you a whole new level of control and creativity.

• Tip: This microphone is not for the average user — if you use it correctly with the plugin, you will get very professional and amazing results.

• Detailed product data (Data Sheet).