It’s common in any product category for one or two specific models to rise up and become the unspoken go-to. For example, we’d bet there are more podcasts using the Shure SM7B than any other mic ...

If you know anything about audio, you know about Australian audio brand Rode. I've long been a bit of a Rode fanatic, I'm not going to lie, not least because I know that all Rode products are ...

When a microphone has been around for 30 years, it must be doing something right. The Rode NT1 is arguably the company's flagship studio mic and origin story for the brand's name. The mic was ...

The clever addition of a USB-C port broadens the appeal of the fifth-generation Rode NT1, but it is still pro-level — and requires tweaks or additional hardware for the best results. The latest ...

Studios, podcasters, and streamers aren't short on options for affordable microphones these days, but Rode's latest still manages to stand out with its connectivity, flexibility, and some extra ...

The performance from this affordable large diaphragm condenser is truly exceptional, making it a smart choice for vocals, guitars and more. MusicRadar's got your back Our team of expert musicians and ...

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. The Rode NT1 5th Generation mic gives you the choice of an ...

The Rode NT1 5th Generation sounds incredible when set up properly, and the dual connectivity adds a lot of versatility to the classic studio microphone. The inclusion of USB does feel secondary at ...

I've been a contributing editor for PCMag since 2011. Before that, I was PCMag's lead audio analyst from 2006 to 2011. Even though I'm a freelancer now, PCMag has been my home for well over a decade, ...