The audio test is really really useful, appreciate your efforts there. Your voice really fits on these mics. & your singing is amazing. It's easier to hear the difference. So I prefer the NT1 Signature Series, because of it's modern sounding quality & accurate representation of your voice that is pleasing & not harsh. Considering the price, it's still wondering how Rode did pull this off, they beat a lot of mics that are even more expensive. I'm amazed by the capabilities of this mic. Thank you for this really helpful review, it's the first video I saw comparing the 4th gen with the Signature Series. Well done!❤️ Subscribed🙌

@homestudioacademy

9 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you so much for your kind words and support! I truly appreciate you Subscribing to the channel 😊 also, I agree is a great value mic kit at this price point.

I have an NT1 4th gen and I was lucky to find it used for cheaper than a new Signature version, although without a shock mount, but I already had a few of them to use for the mic. I honestly prefer the sound of 4th gen - I do streaming, voice over, voice acting and sometimes singing and the flat sound just makes it easier to play with the effects and editing. I also do ASMR with this mic and when I'm close to it while speaking softly/whispering, the sibilants aren't overpowering, which is important for me, because I release a lot of air while speaking.

@homestudioacademy

2 ай бұрын

That’s awesome that you got a good deal! When it comes to spoken word in general, I also prefer the 4th generation because it has a more neutral frequency response with less boosted high end like the Signature Series.

I have been enjoying your videos a lot! Especially the ones about UAD plugin chain tips - thanks for your content!!

@homestudioacademy

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate your support and for you taking the time to leave a comment. I’m glad your finding value in my content 😊

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I don't know. I've been listening to tests all day... both sound nice, but I'm beginning to lean towards the 4th gen sound. It sounds warmer/wider. Anyone else hear this? (Actually, it sounds like our host might)

@homestudioacademy

7 ай бұрын

I agree! The 4th gen has a more neutral response while the Signature Series has a brighter tone. Both great mic kits but I would recommend based on your budget and tonal preference. 😊

@homestudioacademy

7 ай бұрын

Also I forgot to mention, the channel is doing our first giveaway so watch this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/d4Sgqa2nfpSdk8o.html and learn how to enter for a chance to win the Rode NT1 Signature Series.

Awesome brother. Keep it up I like the road nt1 series. And I like this microphone in comparison because of the value it provides and this price thanks for your opinions. Suggestion. If its possible or available to shoot some footage in outdoor it will make video more awesome to look.

@homestudioacademy

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the support! Both are great mics for sure and great value at their price point. Unfortunately, my current setup is on a 1 bedroom apartment and this is the only way I can film my videos. Nevertheless, hoping to provide value to people in anyway I can with what I have at the moment. 😊

@ytn2025

9 ай бұрын

@@homestudioacademy I love your positive thinking keep it up bro

@homestudioacademy

9 ай бұрын

@@ytn2025 thank you! I truly appreciate your support 😊

By 2 of each. Done.

Interesting! The guitar sounds odd to me in parts. Is there some effect on it?

@homestudioacademy

Ай бұрын

@@Shannon_Robbie nope, I did not add any post processing on the guitar recordings.

@Shannon_Robbie

Ай бұрын

@@homestudioacademy Maybe it was my speakers? I think I should buy better speakers for my laptop for my audio recording but then that defeats the purpose of having a portable laptop. Hmm!🤔

@homestudioacademy

Ай бұрын

@@Shannon_Robbie studio headphones are great for music production. Here are my favorites: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hqJlk8aaYre5p6g.html

make more vids on rode nt1a and the uad vocal chains 😃😃

@homestudioacademy

9 ай бұрын

Next week I’ll be releasing a full tutorial on how to mix any vocal recorded on a Rode NT1 so stay tuned!

Is ironic that the 4th gen sounds a little bit more brighter than the signature series despite showing the opposite on the frequency response sheet.

@homestudioacademy

8 ай бұрын

You think so? To me the 4th gen sounds much darker than the signature series

@yourforeignlocal

8 ай бұрын

@@homestudioacademy Yeah the 4th gen sounded a little more "wooly" and indirect to me, while the signature was more upfront and aggressive

@homestudioacademy

8 ай бұрын

@@yourforeignlocal thanks for sharing your thoughts! For me 4th gen is darker while Signature Series is brighter.

@CoffeeTalkandTechJohnRyan

7 ай бұрын

To describe the difference more accurately I think you need to say the 4th gen is more neutral or pretty flat. Where I think it shines is how smooth the upper mids are and the highs less sibilant. I definitely like it much better then the 5th gen and I'm actually surprised it isn't more bashed. Thanks for the review.

@homestudioacademy

7 ай бұрын

@@CoffeeTalkandTechJohnRyan thanks for sharing your thoughts and leaving a comment 😊

Bro also the lewitt subzero ...hase 4dba self noise ...

@homestudioacademy

5 ай бұрын

It does, also a great mic! But more expensive

Ok, I already have the NT1a. I have signature on back order. I think I’m going to cancel it. Thanks for the review.

@homestudioacademy

7 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome! Glad to help 😊

@geodude4real

7 ай бұрын

Obviously it comes down to personal taste... But I think this video demonstrates the signature series offers a significantly different sound, and I think I'd find myself reaching for the Signature series over the 4th gen nearly every time.. I think for the price, I wouldn't cancel the order..

@homestudioacademy

7 ай бұрын

@@geodude4real thanks for sharing your thoughts 😊

Hi, what about NT1-kit vs NT1 4th gen? I've seen some listings for them w a decent price but i dont want to risl lower sound quality. Is the NT1-kit mic good? So far I love 4th gen.

@homestudioacademy

Ай бұрын

@@anonymousme3571 what do you mean by NT1 kit? All models (Signature Series, 4th Gen and 5th Gen) include the shock-mount, pop shield and xlr cable.

@anonymousme3571

Ай бұрын

@@homestudioacademy Oh o-o hm, seeing that the box doesn’t have any “gen” indicator and is from around 2020, I think it’s the 1st?

@homestudioacademy

Ай бұрын

@@anonymousme3571 I’m not sure which one that is. To be honest, I like the NT1 period but my personal favorite model is the 4th Gen (all black one) because it has a more neutral frequency response.

@anonymousme3571

Ай бұрын

@@homestudioacademy gotcha, thank you so much for ur prompt responses!!!

@homestudioacademy

Ай бұрын

@@anonymousme3571 you’re very welcome! Glad to help 😊

Nice video Love from bharat

@homestudioacademy

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate your support 😊

2:29 - "down" vs 2:40 "down" - clearly signature series whoops your 4th gen. Must have removed whatever 5V thing they put in there to run the mic over a usb cable

@homestudioacademy

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment and for sharing your thoughts. Both are great mic kits and I think ultimately it comes down to someone’s budget and tonal preference.

@homestudioacademy

5 ай бұрын

@Hollywoodoo-nt8jk based on the sound comparisons I found the 4th gen more neutral sounding and the signature series brighter.

@homestudioacademy

5 ай бұрын

@Hollywoodoo-nt8jk I prefer the 4th for spoken word, while the signature series for singing vocals but that is just personal preference.

They ruined a classic, they ruined a beautiful flat and neutral sounding microphone that could have been used for almost every application. My favourite microphone is no more

@homestudioacademy

Ай бұрын

@@agambhasin the 4th generation is still being sold

@agambhasin

Ай бұрын

@@homestudioacademy Its out of production and its soon gonna be gone from the markets except only being available used or worst, defective. So yeah its dead

I HATE RODE CHANGING THE FREQUENCY RESPONSE OF THE NT1... HUGE NO-NO, RODE. 4th gen NT1 freq resp was ALREADY PERFECT. So sad.

@homestudioacademy

3 ай бұрын

I agree that the 4th gen was a more neutral sounding mic which is my preference for spoken word. However, for singing and acoustic guitar, the brighter actually helps in a mix.