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RODE Microphone

RODE Microphone NTG1 Lightweight Supercardioid Condenser Shotgun Microphone

SKU CH-3GCJ-JH9NE

Lightweight supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone for focused directional audio capture

  • Product typeMicrophone
  • Lightweight design eases boom handling
  • Supercardioid pattern rejects off-axis sound
  • Condenser capsule captures detailed audio
  • Shotgun form factor focuses on distant sources
  • First listed by manufacturer January 12, 2023

Rode NTG1 Shotgun Microphone

The Rode NTG1 is a lightweight supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone built for professional audio capture. Its directional polar pattern focuses on sound directly in front of the capsule while rejecting off-axis noise. The microphone is suited for film, video and broadcast applications where clear dialogue pickup is essential.

Field recordists and video producers needing

This microphone suits operators who need a short, light shotgun for boompole or camera-mounted work. Users who require a built-in battery compartment for extended remote sessions without phantom power should consider alternative models. Studios needing a large-diaphragm cardioid mic for vocals or instruments will not find that form factor here.

Supercardioid polar pattern for focused pickup

The supercardioid pattern provides a narrow acceptance angle that isolates the subject from surrounding ambience. This characteristic determines whether the microphone matches the acoustic demands of a specific shoot. The condenser element requires external phantom power to operate.

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Price $199.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 638 comparable items (median $58.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRode
Model nameNot Available
Product typeMicrophone

Questions about this item

Should I choose the NTG1 over other shotgun microphones for a lightweight boom setup?

The NTG1 is built as a lightweight supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone, making it well suited for boom operation where reduced handling weight is a priority.

How does the supercardioid pattern affect off-axis sound when the mic is mounted on a camera?

The supercardioid pattern narrows pickup to the front while attenuating sound from the sides, so ambient noise is reduced compared with a standard cardioid when the microphone is camera-mounted.

What connector does the NTG1 use and what power does it need from the recorder?

It uses a balanced 3-pin XLR connector and requires phantom power from the mixer, recorder or camera preamp to operate.

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