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Five Star Reviews:

82%
Recommended
August 22, 2017
Product was received fine. Took about a week before I could use it due to phantom power supply. Tried recording with audacity. Sound quality is definitely good and noise levels are really low (if you do not audio compress and have a proper studio without external noises). Definitely a good mic to use.Found no defects as of yet.
SO MUCH YES! I can't tell you just how ...
May 19, 2017
SO MUCH YES! I can't tell you just how often I'm complimented on how clear my mic sounds! A+ for Podcasts, rappers, and streamers.
Five Stars
October 23, 2016
Wonderful mic for the price. Getting low noise floor and nice sound on my recordings.
SO QUIET, AMAZING SOUND!!!!
September 28, 2016
Such a quiet mic, no hiss even at the highest dB boost on my board. The quality from this is unmatched for its price. I love this mic!
This package is great. The microphone allows me to record hight quality ...
December 26, 2015
This package is great. The microphone allows me to record hight quality sound without investing my lifesavings to buy one of those "super high priced ones". If you know want quality my fellow musicians while being smart. This is the package to go with.
Great affordable home studio microphone
May 1, 2015
Great affordable home studio microphone! I use this microphone almost daily, and it's bulletproof. The sound quality is excellent. The pop filter and shock mount are quality, and I especially like that the pop filter mount is built right onto the shock mount frame.
62%
Really great sounding Mic. Looks great too!
June 24, 2017
I've used many condenser mics over the past few years and this one is right near the top of the list. It's not gonna be the same quality and sound as a $1000 or more mic but honestly, it's really good and I purchased it for under $100 on Amazon. I now use this mic more than any other that I own which includes several of the AT mics and my rode mic. If you can afford this mic, get it. I don't think you will be disappointed.
after many years of buying crap cheaply made headsets
March 1, 2016
So, after many years of buying crap cheaply made headsets, I decided to do headphones and a desktop microphone.This mic is amazing, no pops or cracking sound. My friend told me my voice was crystal clear. I have not tried to test the distance, but, I did have my girlfriend come in the room, and my friends heard the door open and our conversation. However, the sensitivity can be increased and decreased through a pc operating system. Overall, the sound quality is amazing. I've heard my voice played back through videos I record on my pc and it's clear, and awesome. SO glad I chose to get a separate mic. For the price, can't beat it.The shock that comes with the mic is also nice, and made of metal.
This Microphone Has No Competition
January 11, 2016
This microphone is absolutely amazing. As a professional musician, I've always gone to recording studios for any production. You almost always see very expensive microphones, between $4,000 and $10,000. Sure the quality of going to a studio with these microphones is really good, but you also pay a good amount of money for the production.I have recently begun dabbling in recording and have tried three different microphones up to the $500 price range. After lots of research and reading product reviews, I decided to give the CAD GXL2200 a try. I've been using it mainly for vocals, but also for acoustic instruments. I am completely amazed by the quality of this microphone. The range, clarity and warmth of this mic is perfect for vocals, whether for song production or for live radio, but is absolutely amazing for acoustic instruments. At this price, I wouldn't expect this quality, but I would rate this at least comparable to a $500 microphone.
Fantastic buy! I love this mic.
September 28, 2014
I have several studio mics. I was rebuilding my studio, when I noticed the cable to my main studio mic was missing. I searched but got impatient and ordered this "in the meantime." I LOVE this mic! It may be better than the tube mic I was trying to replace. I have recorded several projects on it, some music (acoustic and voice) some just recording bedtime stories for my kids for nights I'm not there. It really sounds good, requires no warm up and is very user friendly. I am so glad I bought this! If you are on the fence, get off!
Great upgrade from Dynamic Microphones
October 23, 2013
I upgrade from a decent $20 dynamic mic bought off amazon a year ago to this CAD Condensor mic, and i have to say i noticed the difference instantly. The mixer i'm using is a Behringer QX1202usb with 48v phantom power(require for.this mic) and with the old dynamic Mic had a hum in the background. When i plugged this phatom powered condensor mic in i was pleased that the hum was now gone. I guess thats what happens when you spend alittle more money for a half decent mic. My voice sounds great on my podcast with no static or humming behind my voice. One warning for amature podcasters, beware this mic is sensative! It easily picks up tv or radio or fan or other background noises. You will need a quiet enviroment. However this is a plus if you have a desk stand like i do and don't feel like always leaning forward to speak. Your mouth can be 12 to 18 inches away and this will pick you up just fine. One word on the mount...it fits the mic well for rights side mounting, not sure how you could hang the mic from a boom using the cradle, however if your 5/8" boom/mic stand's mount is right side up it will work just fine. Im using the same desk top mic stand i had my dynamic mic clipped to. I like this mic so much i bought two extra's for my co-host and for when i have guests on my podcast.
Don't let the $59.00 bucks scare ya!
March 3, 2013
In my radio business, and my 25 year singing career, you can bet I have used a lot of studio condenser mics. My husband had done many months of research and along with my advice purchased the MXL 990's for our studio here and they are truly stellar! Hell, even "The Stern Show™" uses them!Anyway, we needed some variety hubby said, we needed a "collection" for the many different voice types we have in studio as guest hosts and show guests come and go all the time.Well, I suggested he go with the CAD GXL 3000's as they certainly in my opinion are one of the best out there. Well, hubby with all his "tech specs" and lingo said that the response from these 2200's are VERY close to the 990'sWell, against my wishes purchased these as well as the 3000's and let me tell you, they are excellent. VERY close to the 990's but I feel there is more of a high end punch with these and it's a very good mic.PROS:Construction is solid, with a small but very good shockmount. Excellent quality finish applied to the outer casing for a nice look and I'm sure a long life.The sound is as I said crisp, clear with very nice highs and mids.When I tested, we ran through just our mixer, with no compression of effects and a small amount of EQ as we run our shows. All in all a very nice addition to our studio collection.CONS:The ONLY con I have was the packaging. Just a thin cardstock box with nothing more than small plastic airbags around it for shipping. It does come with a vinyl zip case for the mic itself, but nothing for the shockmount. Not a huge issue, but when compared with the MXL 990 that comes with a solid plastic road case, heavy foam insulation and a very nice quality presentation along with the useability of professional grade portability, it's a bit weak.Other than packaging, this is a solid studio condenser for voice and we highly recommend it!

Four Star Reviews:

7%
Four Stars
February 22, 2017
Great mic by the value.
It's better than the Blue Yeti
July 28, 2016
I am a singer on YouTube and I mix my own songs. In order to celebrate my new sub count, I decided to get a new microphone because my old microphone (The Blue Yeti) picks up too much white/background noises and I get these weird screeches now and then. Anyway, after reading through many reviews online, I decided to get an XLR microphone and so I got this and I'm currently using it with the Scarlett interface. To me, the microphone sounds alot clearer and cleaner compared to the Blue Yeti and I dont hear alot of hums or background noises either. But still, if ur room is untreated, you should still expect some minimal background noises and another thing I also want to mention, is that this microphone could actually sound a bit harsh, flat and nasal to some people (because it sounds neutral like what u put in front of it) but if you know how to use an EQ, De-esser or mix properly you shouldn't have much problems.Overall, for the budget, I highly recommend this microphone for anyone thinking of switching from a USB condenser mic to an XLR cable mic.
Four Stars
January 22, 2016
grandson loves it!
the included pop filter is actually good. Included cable is also of decent quality
May 17, 2015
Solid mic for the money, very quiet, versatile and flexible. Owned this one for just under months now and I can say it's served me quite well in the home studio. Surprisingly, the included pop filter is actually good. Included cable is also of decent quality. Great package for the home-studio budget musician.
Four Stars
August 14, 2014
Great mic. A little hot but that's OK!
Great budget mic
October 28, 2012
I swear to whatever god you believe in that I've chosen at times to use this over a u87. That being said I'd rather have the u87. It just depends. I'd recommend this mic as a great starter mic for for the home enthusiast. It work well with cheap pres but really opens up with better options. It pairs well with grace in my humble opinion.
22%
nice 4 the price cardioid large diaphragm [1" dia] true condenser mic
October 18, 2015
it's a basic cardioid large diaphragm [1 inch dia] w/bass tilt true condenser mic that c/w/ adequate shockmount cage. it c/w/ zipper leatherette bag 4 the mic.pros:bargain price[less than $60.] mic is good build quality & the shock mount is ok 4 the price.mic easily opened 2 change base tilt, the push button is clearly labeled & works smoothly.works well plugged directly in2 zoom R16 digital recorder phantom powered mic input.works well w/innogear 48volt phantom power supply jacked in2 zoom R6 non phantom powered mic inputs.works well w/cad pop filterit sounds [2 me] like it should given the published frequency response.the included mic description & frequency response [ well printed on coated poster stock ] is clear & gives u the info u need 2 use & operate the mic & is presented in the standard format established by the importers of the primo german makers like akg ,beyer or sennheiser, 40+ yrs ago. there is no poorly translated/presented chinese 2 english on or in the box it came in.cad is american based mic manufacturer w/a large line of american made mics, making this mic in china so price is quite low & qc seems good.cons:shock-mount needs washers in the angle adjustment joint so it can b adjusted smoothly, tightened firmly & locked in position.shock-mount mic clamp needs thicker felt so grip on mic body is secure enuf 2 hang mic upsidedown in overhead applications.box it comes in is very thin w/no foam or bubble pack. it is not heavy enuf 2 use 4 storage like the heavyweight box that samson mics come in [& samson gives u a zipper closed fitted case that is very nice].it wasn't free[ ! ].
Very Good Microphone in this Price Range
September 19, 2014
I purchased a CAD GXL2200 as a backup to my AKG 214. I was pleasantly surprised when I plugged this mic into my console and gave it a quick tryout on vocals. Although a little light on the low end, a bit of EQ brings it right into line and warms up the sound. This mic has considerable high end presence and is quite articulate. Output is strong and can be used without an outboard mic preamp although a good preamp will bring out the finest in this mic. I have only had a chance so far to do a quick tryout with acoustic guitar and was impressed. I would probably recommend this mic as best for female and higher male vocals and acoustic instruments.Bottom line, I don't think you will find a better large diaphragm condenser in this price range. I would compare this mic to ones costing probably 5-10 times as much. Its a basic general purpose cardioid only mic that requires phantom power. It will work great for home/project studios, podcasts, etc. Well worth the money.
unreal sound for the price
June 11, 2014
I was a little hesitant to purchase this mic at first because there weren't a lot of reviews on it and the price was low. I figured that I'd give it a go and much to my delight it delivers. No it's not a Neumann, it's not an AKG, it's not a fancy pants boutique mic. It's a mic that delivers good sound at an unreal price. It records well for electric amplified guitar as well as acoustic guitar. I have not yet tried it for vocals or drums but I'm sure that it will stand up and do the job. When I recorded my acoustic guitar I noticed that it has a brilliant top end that lets the strings sing clear and clean with a touch of sparkle. It also captures enough low end to let you know that you've got some bottom rolling for your sound. The construction of the mic seems good and the appearance is amazing. CAD even gives you a cleaning cloth to wipe off finger prints. The shock mount is solid. It looks a little thin but when you touch it you know that it's going to hold the mic just fine. This mic doesn't have a pad and only hosts one sound pattern but it delivers. The input connection is solid so you don't have to worry about a shorted connection. There are a lot of mics out there and a lot of them can be used in a variety of different situations. This one is a good choice for many. I don't know if anyone has ever recorded a Grammy winning vocal with this mic but it's not out of the realm of possibility. rock on.
This mic looks and feels studio grade.
June 4, 2014
Ok i have not used it yet but thats part of what i am going to tell you.It looks and feels great its got weight to it no parts on it or the 'mount' are cheaply made to start with.But things you will need to know are this is a condenser mic they require other products to make it work.You are going to need these to make it work-Phantom 48v power supply.-Xlr female to usb cord.-xlr female to male cord.-Stand of your choice.This is because this comes with the mic itself and the 'mount' the mount will not just sit on your desk because the cord will need to come out of there and its just not enough room.Then the mic requires a phantom power source that does not come with the wires either atleast mine did not. I bought a xlr female to usb but did not know the mic did not come with its own female to male xlr.So remember this is not a plug and use mic if you want quality you need to spend some extra cash on the supplies needed to power this bad boy.Like i said I have not used this but you can look up video reviews to hear it. from my understanding and opinion it sounds amazing.
Awesome mics for podcasting, video narration
November 29, 2013
Relatively awesome mic for the price point. I had been doing research on condenser microphones withing this price range for a few months before deciding to bite the bullet, so to speak, and purchase a set of these.Build Quality: Initial reaction, pretty solid. They have a nicely balanced weight to them and everything seems to be put together fairly well. Because I'm curious and ever the tinkerer I decided to take one apart and check out the inner workings. Sadly, inside the craftsmanship seems to take a small hit. Specifically, there was an ever so slightly loose screw in one, but that could just be from the shipping. And the components and wires inside aren't super high quality. I wouldn't say it's a deal breaker though, considering the true test for a mic is in the sound quality, but keep in mind you do get what you pay for in terms of build.Sound Quality: Much nicer than I expected. Again, these mics are fairly inexpensive, but they sound great. I'm running them through a Behringer Xenyx, but even on completely stock settings the sound quality is quite warm and rich. I was really surprised, I was half expecting them to come out sort of tinny and that I'd have to really EQ them to make them sound nicer but that was not the case.Final Say: If you're in the market for some inexpensive mics for a small podcast or some voice over work, you could do much worse than these.
Amazing quality, with exceptions..
March 12, 2013
This condenser microphone is amazing; no feedback, decently constructed suspension, easy to disassemble, and crystal clear output. My only issue with this mic is the fact that the thumb screw that locks the joint between the suspension and the mic stand was broken out of the box n(I'll post a picture when I get a chance). Although disappointing, 1/4" screws are easy to come by and I had a few on hand so I'd rather not wait for a replacement for a mechanical fix. I'll update in a few months to review its longevity, but altogether I would consider this a great buy!

Three Star Reviews:

6%
Not as good as I expected
July 12, 2017
I like how it records, but when there is a lot of moist in the air it stops working correctly.
I really wanted to like this mic
June 12, 2017
I really wanted to like this mic, but there was too much floor noise/background noise. We have 6 other mics we regularly use in our studio, and were excited to use this mic. We also have a quite few other Rode mics for different uses, but this one failed to meet expectations. The price was so good, I really wanted to like it, unfortunately it wasn't great for our needs. I could see this being an adequate mic if you needed mid-entry level pro voice over recording.
Three Stars
April 9, 2017
its only teeth one side
Tinging when I recorded.
March 30, 2017
I had to return this item because it was defective. I heard a Tinging when I spoke. Noise Floor testing so tinging, just when voice came thru. I called a music shop to ask about this sound, they said it was the mic. It started malfunctioning in less than 3 weeks. I rarely used it. Just be aware.
NOT the Worlds Quietest Microphone...
June 19, 2013
Cons:After the glittering success stories people had with this microphone, I gladly purchased one to add to my microphone collection. Only 3 hours after it arrived, I had it boxed up and ready to return to seller. This microphone claims to be the 'quietest', yet there were uncontrollable noise levels impeding through the microphone. I changed the xlr...nothing changed. Changed the power outlet of the preamp to avoid any grounding issues and still no good. Turns out, my $100 MXL 909 is the worlds QUIETEST microphone when compared against the Rode NT1A.Pros: Besides the noise issues in the microphone, the frequency response of the mic was fantastic. Very good presence in the mid range, with a gentle 1K boost. Really like the tonality of the microphone. Unfortunately I was not willing to sacrifice a good sounding vocal to high noise floors.Conclusion:Try a $100 MXL 909. Beautiful mic for the extremely LOW price. It will save you time and headache.
Not Quite
March 22, 2012
I don't mean to put this mic down at all, but I bought it hoping to improve upon the Shure SM58's I had on hand, as well as some older, rather cheap condensers. The SM58 is a workhorse dynamic that does quite well in a variety of situations. Unfortunately, the NT1-A did not perform much better, if any, in a recording environment. Other than being extremely sensitive to background noise, the audio quality was similar, which, believe me, is not a bad thing. It just didn't have a richness I was hoping for.
4%
Sounds good, but...
March 3, 2015
You would think the microphone would come with a cable to connect it to something... It doesn't. Also the interior managed to break during shipping somehow, so now it sometimes makes a raddling noise when I move it.
next will do better.
December 6, 2014
Not the exact what we were looking for, but we kept it. next will do better.
Sound is like all the Neumann Chinese knock-offs
August 15, 2014
Decent for price. Sound is like all the Neumann Chinese knock-offs, but still usable.
Bought them primarily to Modify them.
February 1, 2014
I plan to change the capsule and internal preamp to match a C14 sound. I was told that these mikes have "good bones"
Good quality for the money
September 21, 2013
I originally gave this item only 1 star because I could not get it to work - it turns out I was using a faulty cable (I wasn't aware it was possible for an xlr cable to conduct sound, but not phantom power, so when I tested it with a guitar it worked so I figured it was ok. Got a new cable just to be sure, and now it works just fine). I would give 5 stars, but I think the mic has 2 pretty unfortunate design flaws.1) I would like a power LED so that you can see when the mic is actually receiving power (that would have saved me a lot of time and aggravation)2) There is a button on the inside of the mic that you need to disassemble the entire thing to get at - not that you necessarily need to use it all the time, but it is pretty inconvenient. Would it really be so hard to put the button on the outside? Also, I only even found out it was there because I couldn't get the damn thing to power on so I was researching it online and taking it apart to see if there was anything obviously wrong with it. It would be nice if it came with an instruction sheet.Now that its finally working I can say that it sounds great. The only drawback for me is that it is actually a little too sensitive - I can hear the cars driving outside and my cat walking around.Definitely a major step up from my internal mic and the crappy USB mic I was previously using. It also looks pretty sweet, and so far the shock mount is a nice feature, although everyone else on here says it will probably crap out very soon.
Cad Mic
November 11, 2012
This is my first condenser microphone I have ever bought so when my package arrived I was very pleased to receive it. The first day my mic arrived it appear to work fine. I mean it was a big step up from the built in input I have been using. However there are I few complaints I do have with this mic. For one it gives a tremendous amount of fuzziness, which greatly effects the recording. Secondly, upon receiving it, the mic felt very loose at the top. Lastly, when I record my vocals appear to be dominant on one side. Now I'm not sure if condenser mics are supposed to operate this way or I just received a faulty mic.

Two Star Reviews:

1%
APPEARS TO BE USED.
August 16, 2016
This item arrived on today. I was excited until I opened the box. I paid for a new Rode NT1a microphone. This item appeared to be a B stock item. The items were not sealed in plastic and the mic cover was worn. I'll probably be returning it for that reason. I want a new unopened product.
I would like to state right from the start that I'm a ...
December 3, 2015
I would like to state right from the start that I'm a recording/mix engineer, so my review is based on several factors.#1: Ease of use.I give the mic 4 out of 5 for ease of use. It doesn't have ANY buttons/switches. This includes high pass filters. The only reason that is an issue for me is the fact that I have to add a high pass filter in the mix. I would much rather get it right from the source rather than "fix it in the mix."#2: Build quality.The mic gets 5 out of 5 on build quality. According to Rode, the microphone is manufactured in Australia. When you hold the mic, it doesn't feel cheap at all.#3 Noise floor.I give the mic a 3 out of 5 for noise floor. They advertise the mic as "The world's quietest microphone." It's true that it's a very quite mic, however what you need to take into account is the fact that the vocals will be quite as well, not just the room. I have to turn up my preamps to a significantly higher level to get a strong vocal signal than I do with other LD condenser microphones. If you have a cheap preamp, you may not get very good results this way.#4. Sound quality.The mic gets 1 out of 5 for sound quality. I hate to break it to you guys, but the mic sounds cheap without a ton of eq'ing. There is a very unnatural buildup of mud in the 200-400 Hz range. After I EQ the mic, I generally have to add a multiband compressor to the mids. The mids are really unbalanced... The highs sound tingy and harsh. If you buy this mic, I hope you are very familiar with De-Essers. This is a VERY VERY sibilant microphone.Long story short, this mic takes a lot of work to make it sound somewhat professional. If you want a much balanced sound for not much more, take a look at the Audio-Technica AT4040. At the time of this review, you can pick this up on Amazon new for $299.00If you already have the mic, check out getting it modded. Look up oktavamod. This will make the mic sound AMAZING.
Two Stars
August 17, 2015
Mic XLR connector doesn't last long
4%
Poor recording quality
October 2, 2016
Poor recording quality. This looks like a pro mic, but it's not. I guess the price should have given me a clue, huh?
You get what you pay for
July 31, 2016
It was a good starting mic... Not really a good mic, but it is a very cheap mic. It was VERY crispy and post production EQing corrected it but I'd rather have a mic with more of a flat EQ kind of feel. It had its use to mic a guitar, but still, fairly crispy.
Defective
March 19, 2016
The one I received was defective. Never got a decent signal out of it. I would literally have to scream into it with my lips almost pressed up to the cage. I'm giving it 2 stars because it's prolly a decent mic that I will never test. I switched it with a cheapo 'vintage style' mic I got off amazon into the same signal chain.. the signal came in much stronger although you can tell the low quality of the 'vintage' mic.*and yes I know this mic requires phantom power. I had it running into an audient id14 interface.
I wish I could us my microphone again !
January 3, 2015
The Sound Quality is great and all in all is a good microphone. I love that it came with a carrying case. However, I cannot use it anymore because the Microphone bottom is loose for some reason and when I connect the Mic cable to it, it doesn't not work. At first, I thought it was just my mic cord so I replaced my old one with a more expensive one and still the microphone does not work which disappoints me. Also, the boom stand completely fell apart with 4 months. The screws came out and can no longer hold up the microphone :(
Its like it picks up all the background noise better than ...
August 16, 2014
This mic is alright for the price. At first I thought it was broken or something because it is so weak. I can turn the mic nob almost to 10 and cannot even hear myself in the headphones. Its like it picks up all the background noise better than what's directly in front of it. I mean it still records well even tho u cnt hear yourself, but with a lot of EQing and a couple inserts u can bring the clarity out of it. I just like to hear my voice a little in the headphones while recording so BOO lol
Did not last
June 20, 2013
While it was working this was an awesome microphone. My son loved it but, within two months, it begin to intermittently go on and off before finally failing to work at all.

One Star Reviews:

4%
Dont buy the rode nt1a from amazon
February 25, 2017
Dont buy it from amazon! When i hear it through my headphones it sounds fine but when u play it back it sounds horrible and has a bad hissing sound to it
This particular microphone gets high marks in the recording industry ...
January 27, 2017
This particular microphone gets high marks in the recording industry. JUST DON'T BUY IT FROM AMAZON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I purchased this product in 2011 and now I finally get around to using it and it's noisy as a subway and drops out if I say a "T" word. This mics claim to fame is its quietness. Now I go to RODE website and the very first thing I see is a huge warning disclaimer saying they won't offer any tech support for mic purchased through, you guessed it. AMAZON!!!!!!!!!! Money down the drain. I wish I had open this mic back when I purchased it to increase my chances of a refund. BUYERS BEWARE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
One Star
December 8, 2015
I have only had this mic since April and it's already broken.
Don't use Warehouse Deals
August 2, 2015
This is a good product but don't buy the one from Warehouse Deals. It was missing an important piece to mount the shock mount to a boom stand. I waited to long to need to hook it up and now I have to replace the part, since I can't get my money back. Rip-off.
DEFECTIVE
October 22, 2014
This microphone brand has a great reputation, but the ones being sold by Amazon.com are defective. I bought this microphone a few months ago, and was very excited to use it. I connected this mic to my m-audio m-track plus and then connected everything through Garageband. I got a lot of distortion feedback, but could not hear myself or the track, except for in my headphones. My Macbook Air picked up the mics signal, and the phantom power was definitely on, but nothing I sang recorded. After endless tries, going to different friend's setups to figure out the issue, everyone just came to the conclusion that my mic is defective. By the time i figured it out though, Amazon would not let me return the item. I'd recommend to everyone to NOT buy this mic, especially from Amazon.com because it will most likely be defective.
One Star
October 3, 2014
Broke within 2 weeks of having it!! Not worth it!!!
8%
Poor quality control
April 29, 2016
Of the multi-pattern options, only one gave signal, the other two were silent. The spider cage was not threaded to mount on a stand. Poor quality control. Returned.
One Star
October 4, 2015
would not work returned for refund
One Star
May 5, 2015
quality wasn't good I think it was broke when I got it
Doesnt work
June 13, 2014
I ordered another one and as I pulled it out of the box, it rattled on the inside...very dissappointed in this.
Disappointed
March 10, 2014
Great reviews and all, Yet since I got it, it never worked quite well, today it was confirmed the microphone is gone, since it would be cheaper to buy a new one. Hope no one else has this experience.
Sounds great, but ordered on Thursday, delivered on Saturday, broken by Monday.
December 2, 2013
While the microphone itself has excellent sound-reproduction qualities, the build itself is far from solid enough for use by even the most casual of audiophiles. In my particular case, I never got to mount the unit to my mic stand before the inferior quality of the materials showed itself.The issue here was the mount tension screw, which is die-cast in the same fashion as the rest of the mic housing. Upon the first mounting of the cage to the stand, merely thumb-tightening the screw caused it to shear off, leaving a portion of it embedded in the mount and the thumbscrew in my hand, with the mount now unable to support its own weight let alone the microphone included in the kit; The cage is 6oz, and the mic is 15oz: the hinge and screw are just not up to supporting the 1.5-pound unit by itself let alone even without a cord in place.it would have been a simple, low cost thing to include a standard, drop-forged screw instead of the die-cast version, and if I'd realized the flaw prior to attempting to mount the cage, I'd have made the substitution myself. But because the screw is embedded in the socket, I'm afraid this one is due for a return and refund.As a side note,while the cage golds the microphone securely and isolates it from the rest of the mount, the shock cords included also appear substandard, apparently glued together then covered with heat-shrink tubing over the join; Inexpensive, run-of-the-mill ladies' hair bands, which feature a metal, crimped join, appear stronger duty than what I see used here.
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Formatted Price
Formatted Price
$369.00
$89.70
Height
Height
433.1 in
88.6 in
Legal Disclaimer
Legal Disclaimer
-
Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Length
Length
600.4 in
305.1 in
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
RODE
CAD Professional Microphones
Maximum Age
Maximum Age
144
-
Minimum Age
Minimum Age
72
-
Model
Model
NT1A ANNIV
GXL1200
MPN
MPN
NT1-A
GXL1200
Name
Name
English
English
Number of Items
Number of Items
1
1
Number of Parts
Number of Parts
NT1-A
GXL1200
Product Group
Product Group
Musical Instruments
Musical Instruments
Product Type
Product Type
SOUND_AND_RECORDING_EQUIPMENT
SOUND_AND_RECORDING_EQUIPMENT
PublicationDate
PublicationDate
2011-06-01
2008-11-01
Publisher
Publisher
RODE
CAD Professional Microphones
Quantity
Quantity
1
1
Release Date
Release Date
-
2008-11-01
Reviews
Reviews
Score
Score
9.2
8.6
Studio
Studio
RODE
CAD Professional Microphones
Warranty
Warranty
10 years
2 year parts and labor
Weight
Weight
16.2 oz
1.0 oz
Width
Width
177.2 in
147.6 in
Feature
Feature

Large 1 inch capsule with gold plated diaphragm

Cardioid polar pattern

Self Noise of only 5 dB (A)

Ultra low noise, transformerless surface mount circuitry

Wide dynamic range

Operating Principle: Externally-biased condenser

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Response: 30Hz to 20KHz

Sensitivity: -36dBV (16mV) @ 1 Pa

Impedance: 100 ohms

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