The NT55 from Rode is a compact condenser microphone designed to accurately reproduce vocals and general instruments in recording and sound reinforcement applications. The NT55 features a 3-position pad switch for added headroom while capturing loud, peaking audio signal. A 3-position low-cut filter switch eliminates low frequency noise. The NT55 is a great choice for vocals, guitar, drums, cabinets and more. The NT55 includes interchangeable omnidirectional and cardioid capsules for even further flexibility.
Interchangeable Capsules
Omnidirectional and cardioid capsules are included for added flexibility.
3-Position Pad Switch
0, -10 and -20 dB pad switch enhances headroom and minimizes distortion.
3-Position Low Frequency Roll Off
Flat, 75 Hz and 150 Hz roll-off filter switch minimizes low frequency noise.
| Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient |
| Transducer | Condenser |
| Diaphragm | 0.5" / 12.70 mm |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 79 dB |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 15 dB A-Weighted |
| Maximum SPL | 136 dB SPL 1% |
| Pad | 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB |
| Impedance | 100 ohms |
| Sensitivity | -38 dB, re: 1 V/Pa |
| Dynamic Range | 121 dB |
| Output Connectors | 3-Pin XLR |
| Power Requirements | 48 V |
| Length | 5.71" / 145 mm |
| Diameter | 0.79" / 20 mm |
| Weight | 0.22 lb / 100 g |
