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They actually don't sound similar at all. You can hear a much satisfying low end from the NT2-A. But I do agree with the NT1 being the best entry level microphone for bedroom studios. You can't beat that price for the amount of quality you're getting.

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

You are totally right. They sound very different. I don't know why I said they sounded similar... anyway, my bad!

@GearCave

2 жыл бұрын

You can easily EQ the NT1A to sound just like the NT2-A and buy yourself another NT1-A with the price you would have spent on turning a knob. The main reason you would get the NT2-A would be the multi-pattern features, but if you don't need that then you're good.

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th

2 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic NT1a is over all best mic. You vocals are sharp and that is only the problem.

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th

2 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic you are a polite personality.

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th Thank you!! Super kind of you!!

RODE MICROPHONES (Amazon US Links): ▪ Rode NT1-A ($220) - amzn.to/2DWvGnt ▪ Rode NT2-A ($400) - amzn.to/3wQdd36

@silversoldier07

3 жыл бұрын

First

@user-ce9tl5vl3y

2 жыл бұрын

they are the same according to me 😅they're both excellent.

Oh sweet I was doing research on them after I saw the NT2-A in one of your other vids. Great content as always!

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Amazing video. I think like the NT1a sounds tiny bit clearer but the NT2a sounds warmer. But like you said, both are amazin, just like your video. Thank you

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

Came for the comparison but man your voice is amazing seriously! Great video thanks for making :D

The microphones sounded the same to me and holy crap you sounded awesome. Great singing voice!

The singing part... That's the peak of the video, thanks for that wonderful experience

As an owner of the NT1A I can vouch for it being one of the best cheap entry level studio mics. At first I thought the 2A sounded very dull and flat but it started to show where it excels when you started singing. The 1A just sounds a little too harsh and brittle in the top end at times and it makes the sibilance sound kind of piercing where the 2A had a smoother overall sound. These mics are both beasts for the price and can hang with more expensive competitors

@wolfwilkopter2231

Жыл бұрын

Yeah thats what i also dislike with the NT1-A or in my case the cheaper Beringer Clone TM1, the top end is a little to harsh for fine higher pitched vocals and needs to be de-essed or atleast tuned down alittle in EQ, where the NT1 or the NT2-A come more neutral out of the box. But yeah the NT2-A sounds really dull and muffled out of the box but with the singing and all the effects it really starts to shine.

Hey I really find myself thinking about your original tunes in my spare time. That's a good sign for you, good stuff.

@EdwardSmithMusic

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you listening to my music 🙏🏻

Nice vid Ed! I am currently using the Mackie EM 91c, which doesn't sound that great when recording vocals or guitar, so I was looking into a new one. This comparison is really helpful. Also, Damn! you can sing well! Wow

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Breton!! Hope you are enjoying those monitors!!

@BretonWiessner

3 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic I am! Thanks again

Thank you for making this video 🙏🏽🔥

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

Wow the NT2a is so much smoother. I didn't expect such a big difference between the two. The paying the extra money is definitely worth it.

@SYG2024

14 күн бұрын

I’m looking to buy one, you really do recommend it 100%?

@julesc8054

14 күн бұрын

There are many mics on the market at a similar price point that you may like more. On the higher end Lauten make fantastic mics and of course there is always the micparts route. If you pickup a NT2a at a great price you can't really go wrong. There is also the NT2000 to consider. But then at that price point there are a host of other great options. The Lewit 400 could also be an option. Just see what suits you and your aplication.

Your voice is really nice! Great singing)

great vid and vocals!

Waiting for your review and comparison of the NT1.

Woah! Didn't expect the singing part! Great voice!

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻

@gcgroove1242

3 жыл бұрын

Yup. Nice voice 👍

Great video thanx for helping ED👌🔥🔥❤️

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Keanen!!

Thank you for your honesty!

💯🖤🙌 edward going 100k soon

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alfons!!

You've got a nice singing voice! Thanks for the review!

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

finally a perfect comparison video thank you!!!!!!!!!

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

amazing voice man, thanks for the video

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏🏼

The mics DO sound different. The NT1A is quite a bit brighter than the NT2A. So it could sound harsh and/or sibilant on some voices. I think both of these mics would need to be auditioned before deciding which one of them would suit anyone's voice.

really needed this video

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Glad I could help!!

Good shoot out! The NT2A sounds more natural and will handle treble boost and compression better...

for some reason, I prefer the sound of the nt1a on your vocals. just gave a nice crisp air that helped define the pronunciation of the words.

I like NT1-A more for vocals, I think if NT2-A was a dynamic mic like Sm7b it would be better to work with a more plain sound, but having that high end boost on the NT1-A gives you a better start for vocal processing (Having to make less processing for a clear bright sound) Even though it is also a less versatile microphone which works well in certain specific type of voices

@FurkanTopal

Жыл бұрын

The reverse actually. NT1-A's high frequency response is too bright. The other one is more controlled.

@realmadzero

26 күн бұрын

​@@FurkanTopalthe nt2a is way too muffled. It sounds cheap, the nt1a has that brightness that you want for Vocals.

Helpful video. Thank you

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

In short as per RODE's recommendations NT1a best for instruments and NT2a best for Vocals. Other things depend upon your nature of vocals and instruments and setup. Finally talent keep great meaning. Thanks.

@Smedis

2 ай бұрын

That makes a lot of sense.

Thank u so much Bro ...

the NT2 makes a huge difference, it's a much much much better mic.

Your are so gifted & amazing you never cease to amaze us with your excellent content! So glad your going to be putting out more videos. I have a question. When talking quality under $400 Which mike would you prefer or think is best? Rode NT1, blue bird or baby bottle mic? Or do you have any other suggestions for an artist recording in home singing & rapping?

YES edward doing 2 uploads 👑

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Studio Monitor videos coming soon!!

@wondir69

3 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic edward i was wondering (not looking for clout) if you wanted for a budget video for me to send u one of my beats made ONLY on equipment YOU recommend?

I have both and used both extensively for singing. Sold my nt1a, keeping my nt2a, akg 4040, and baby bottle sl.

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

@rylandweet7750

2 жыл бұрын

I been using an at4040 and an at4050 and hate them on my voice, how’s the nt2a compared to the 4040v

@BDAILY365

2 жыл бұрын

@@rylandweet7750 They're all very good mics at this level. I also have an at4050 which is pretty comparableto all these. I think at this point it's better to focus on the singing. I have sang for many years so all these work great. They're all very smooth and clear with full balanced characters. I can get so many different tones with the mixer and my ability to manipulate my vocal tones. If you are not able to get a good tone out of these mics...focus on improving your vocals. I can pretty much sing out of the cheapest 1$ mic and sound good and that's how it is with all singers....lots of practice for years!

@rylandweet7750

2 жыл бұрын

@@BDAILY365 to be completely honest, I have been doing vocals for over 10 years now , pretty much every single day, I’ve used quite a bit of mics ranging up to 3 grand down to a hundred bucks lol the only mics I never really tried were rodes because I’ve read reviews that they are to bright , the other day I tried the rode nt1 and I honestly liked it more then my at4050 I find the at4050 full bodied except for the low end, sorta dull in my experience, I hate the high mids on the at4050 and love the high mids on the 4040 But I hate how the 4040 sounds a little see through if you know what I mean? I’m starting to find that cheaper mics sound better on my voice because they don’t pick up so much detail

The boss for any comparison vid! Edward❤️, Glory to God🙏, road to 100k continues🥳🥳

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

🙌

Great Video Edward

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!!

Tnx for the review my next budget is to get Rode NT1-A formy home studio

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Great!! Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

@meldmagic

3 жыл бұрын

🤠 Get the NT1. It's a newer release, has a flatter frequency response & comes in black (only).

Brilliant singing there, friend.

I recently bought my Scarlett Solo interface. And now I am looking for a good mic for my home-bedroom studio. I'm really curious about the Scarlett "Air" button, I read that they recommend to use it with only high quality microphones. Would NT1-A be considered as a good quality one? Thanks for this very helpful video.

@meldmagic

3 жыл бұрын

🤠 The Air button just gives an EQ boost on the upper frequencies to make the voice sound clearer. If you use it on cheap Chinese mics, it can make the sound more brittle or harsh. Also if you are considering a Rode, get the newer model NT1. It's only available as a kit with pop filter & shockmount & in black only.

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th

2 жыл бұрын

NT1a is good mic. NTI is little flat.

@jasonthompson2059

2 жыл бұрын

@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th flat is often what you want, easy to eq.

The best when we talk about recording audio stuff 💙💙💙🙏

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

Not a big difference to my ears (I got both, the nt2-a is really usefull for mid/side recordings), but your voice is amazing!!!

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

With the Logitech G Pro headset you can really hear those low differences with the right EQ. So on the fence on raising the bar and just getting the NT2-A.

I think everyone who says there's a small difference in the sound from these two microphones must be listening on their phone speaker at a busy city street. The difference is much bigger than I thought. At first I didn't like the NT2-A sound as much as the NT1-A because the sound is so much boomier in the lower frequencies and I was thinking it was muffled and not as crisp and bright. But then I noticed that it didn't actually lose any crispness - it was similar but with more bass and lower mid frequencies. It does sound a little richer and higher quality but I think both microphones could sound very similar with EQ tweaked for both. Fantastic singing btw! Well done!

ngl the nt1 sounds much more appealing at first but i can immediately recognize the degree of ear fatigue these are going to cause. nt2 sounds much flatter, which gives you a lot of options in the daw.

I currently got the NT1A, but I'm trying to shop around, or get opinions on other mics because I want to get into voice acting.

The mic I have is the tonor tc20 it costs like 54£ but it does the job, latency is annoying

The Rode NT1-A was my first microphone I used on my youtube and now the NT2 now out, and it's been about 5 years since i bought the NT1-A. It's time to use another Rode Microphone

Hey man what would you recommend rode nt1A VS Lewitt lct 440 PURE vs Aston Spirit vs Rode Nt2?pretty good treated room and recording pop rap/juice world style

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

I would go road NT2-A

My pick would be the NT1-A sound-wise.

I think I should buy NT2-A as it has a better Low end response and highs and it's more flatter than Nt1 a 🤔 and it also looks Like a Boss ! 😉

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!!

@AryanAryasongs

3 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic Bro Will Hs5 and M50X will be a Good Pair for Home Studio

@jasonthompson2059

2 жыл бұрын

@@AryanAryasongs m50 I find are a little bass heavy, personally recommend the dt 770.

the 1 has better mid range, the 2 has better high range. I am really struggling with picking a mic. I have a bedroom with bare walls, and tile floor. I am going to hang some carpet, get a rug and put an echo booth on the mic stand... but still... what am I going to do ? I have a cheap mic with carotid ? and it is soooo noisy with all the echo even sound from the neighbourhood picked up. Can you help me out ? It is just for singing btw.. and I sing loud very much used to distancing the mic away from me to cater for that.. and I sometimes sing right on the mic. Im so confused about microphones.

What’s the name of the song Edward’s singing?it’s so beautiful to ears

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Tracy Chapman - Fast Car 👌🏼

amazing video ! great content ! love your videos ! Stay safe ! "Looking forward to do a collaboration with you" God bless you !

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

Nice Voice bro

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

The NT1-A is lovely 😍

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

It is awesome!!

There is a notable difference between the NT1a and the Nt2a, the latter has a fuller "bigger" sound and a much higher SPL. I have both and the difference in ranges is evident. Now I work with a TLM 103 and the difference with the NT2a is big.

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

I want to get a TLM 103 so bad!!

@daveyjones830

Жыл бұрын

how do you feel about the tlm opposed to the nt2?

@AngelGranados

Жыл бұрын

@@daveyjones830 a more "robust" audio a more noticeable proximity effect and exceptional clarity. The NT2a is very good but the TLM 103 has better quality.

They don't have that much difference, but i vote for NT1-A, thanks Edward!

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th

2 жыл бұрын

I too vote for NT1a.

@zian3694

Жыл бұрын

You didn't hear the difference that's why you chose the cheaper one.

Prob only my opinion but the nt2a sonds so much better, the nt1a is like too clear

there is just a small different between the microphones. in the low is the nt2a better. i see a couple of videos. and i think that i will buy the nt2-a. i want a microphone pure for singing. it sond just a litle bit deeper en low is better

Your voice is awsomeewwww !!!!!!

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Thank you so much!! 🙏🏼

Hey there! I literally just got the interface - Scarlett focusrite 2i2 - 3rd gen interface with the Rode nt1-a. I’m having a problem though which is incredibly frustrating. I’m getting literally a ‘Wind Noise’ with a mix of noises that sound like thunder and static robotic noises also with the interface and I can’t seem to fix it at all or figure it out. Have you any idea what this problem could be? The Rode mic is working with it but not as it should because I’m getting those awful noises with my interface and it’s passing the problem onto the mic too because of it. It’s literally so frustrating not being able to figure or fix it. Now I do have an older MacBook- I have a mid 2012 one with MacOS Catalina with update 10.15.7 and I’m just wondering would the system or update I have be causing this noise or can I rule that out? I’m really struggling to figure this out so anything you know that may be the problem would be very helpful! Thank you! Ps, great video 👍

@MuzeInspiration

2 жыл бұрын

@Yippee Skippy what about the rode nt2a?

@skyhr

2 жыл бұрын

Increase your buffer size. Crackling means not enough cpu / buffer size.

I have had the original NT1 for more than 20 years and it's still going strong....I was looking to get a new mic and was thinking about the NT 2 A...thanks for the comparison of these two mics...I was after the switchable patterns and pads...I like the sound of the NT2A....so I think that will be my next new mic....cheers

@underwoodblog

2 жыл бұрын

Take a look at the new NT1, it has less noise an a lower high bump as the old one, if you don't need the different patterns of the NT2.

@donhilario.

2 ай бұрын

@@underwoodblogwhich is more better? the rode nt1 signature series or the rode n2a? i hope u reply

Please make a video on NT1A VS LEWITT LCT 440 pure

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

I'll definitely have a look. This video includes both those microphones - kzread.info/dash/bejne/m2dqr82Yl9u4fc4.html

Hey all! So any help is helpful… I’m learning (from my partners passion) about music… the more technical side. But not nearly enough to know what’s what lol so I’m looking to do an at home project for him and in between a USED Clarett 2pre interface with rode nt2a or a NEW scarlet 2i2 with a new rode nt1a… for the same price. He does all vocals… singing/rapping idk what to go with lol

Nt1a sound so good! Like it has a built in exciter lol

Should i spend more on microphone or on audio interface? 300 mic 200 AI or 200 mic 300 AI? Plus which under 300 mic for rough rock voice? Example band TMGE

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

This is what I would go for: Audio Interface ($200) - amzn.to/3vxGLkF Microphone ($300) - amzn.to/3ntnrCi

@backpackingvillager1480

3 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic thank you but is new audient mkii better than ssl2+?

I plan to just record vocals so should I just get the nt1a ?

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Get the NT1-A, it’s just perfect 🙌🏼

your voice suites the nt1a more than the nt2a...heard more reverb on the nt1a and it sounded more professional for you, and nt2a sounds like homemade. maybe you need to tune the nt2a to match your voice.

NT2-A is smoother. well that is the csse when you are paying more.

Which should I get the nt1 or the nt1 a for hip hop/rapping I’ll be singing like juice wrld / polo g Ik it’s not related but I can’t afford the nt2a if u can resoond ASAP I will appreciate it cause trying to order ASAP

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

I really like the NT1

I have a vintage NT 2 . Looks more like the NT 1 . Has a 10 db roll off, and just Omni - cardio . When this came out if I recall it was around $600 . In any event it’s as close to a poor mans Neumann that you’ll ever find. I always use the cardioid as I just record one voice directly to the face of the mic. If you’re older like me BUY A RODE condenser mic. Why ? Because your high end hearing goes first,and the mic is bright , many say too bright. Not for me, it’s just right to hear ever nuance. You can always EQ in the mix.

@jacquescousteau217

2 жыл бұрын

@Stefano Pavone that’s terrible. I assume you live in America . I’m sorry to hear this. They are great mics, a poor mans Neumann .

hey man, would you recommend the Shure sm7b over rode nt2a for vocals?

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Personally, I would go Rode NT2-A - amzn.to/3vanpSo

@bassboosted-231

3 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic can you please do a video comparison between them cause there's no a really good quality video on them on KZread:)

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th

2 жыл бұрын

SM 7 is dynamic mic.

@grandadduane

2 жыл бұрын

@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th i mean you arent wrong

I own the NT2A but after listening to this demo, I prefer the NT1A...

I came here looking for a fair comparison. This isn't a fair comparison. You make both of them sound good.

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

That’s because they both sound good 😂

Hi Edward Smith Ive been your fan, and Ive been following your videos, Hoping you can help me to have my own Condenset microphone for my dream as youtube singer☺️

I dont know which one will i buy on this thwo microphone..which one is better to use in scarlette interface?plz advice thanks

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Both are good with any audio interface 👌🏻

@Poeland772

2 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardSmithMusic which one is better?

I want one for recording music (business), I think rode nt 2a is better?

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Perfect choice!!

Thank you god bless

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!! 🙏🏼

Can you do the rode nt 1000

Good song Good letter

Good singing bro.

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro!!

Nt 2 a bravo! I Love rode ❤

does the rode nt1-a work with Focusrite scarlett 2i2 (3rd gen)?

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Yep it does 👌🏻

@grandadduane

2 жыл бұрын

yeah if its an audio interface with phatom power you should be good.

Mini-passenger! Your voice reminds passenger's voice.

First

Nt1a dip sesi geliyor nt2a dan gelmiyor yüksek sesde kulaklık ile dinleyin farkı görüceksiniz

hi guys i have an nt2a and apollo twin x sound card, can someone pls help a good singing setting for the mic ?

@imyidagadurot

Жыл бұрын

Did you find better settings l also have two

❤️❤️

2a sounds closer to tlm 103, 1a sounds a bit cheaper imo

I can’t believe he is setting the mics on the XLR end on a table.

@VIIOmusic

3 жыл бұрын

What do you mean?

@jacquescousteau217

3 жыл бұрын

I meant that it’s a balancing act . Look at the XLR plug. Mines an older NT 2 , a very heavy mic. It fell over ,and dropped about three feet onto a hardwood floor. I’m saying this as I was very lucky and only have a bent screen. I can’t believe it still works.

wow. nt2a much smoother.

For me the NT1-A sounds way more better

@EdwardSmithMusic

3 жыл бұрын

It's a great microphone!

The Rode Nt2-a lacks that 3d openess & sounds compress from its little brother,and little brother has a slight harshness in top end.Had both and sold them..

@misteryc

2 жыл бұрын

The NT1 is better than all of them, just the polar patter features are what makes the NT2A better for some uses

Ur comparison always never gives the right amount of time to understand the difference due to its shortness of test and also Ur vocal change of voice , and also Ur song effects so best is to test 30 to 45 seconds using each individual mic singing same lines than it is more fairer also U need to use and low range and dinamics and all glezando etc to check every aspect of sound tested, than one can decide which one is really what they really need and U also need to sing on difference notes to see for who's voice it is made for

rode nt2a in rap sux its better for singing i guess thats why i upgraded to a tlm 49

@EdwardSmithMusic

2 жыл бұрын

The TLM 49 is a big upgrade from the NT2-A 💪🏻

Third...🐸

Both Capsules are same.

NT1a sounds better. It has crystalline vocals.

@ontogeny6474

2 жыл бұрын

That bump at the higher freq. sweetens things a touch.

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th

2 жыл бұрын

@@ontogeny6474 correct.

Second