Record Clearer, Richer Sound With the RODE NT5 Small Diaphragm Condenser Mic (Single) – Genuine Australian Stock
The RODE NT5 Small Diaphragm Condenser Mic is a microphone built to help you sound more professional — supplied as genuine Australian stock with local warranty. The NT5 is RØDE's premier small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone, sometimes referred to as a 'pencil mic'.
Why You’ll Love It
- Sound more professional — intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a 1/2" capsule, an active…
- Capture the detail of your voice or instrument — its tight cardioid pickup pattern also makes it ideal for use as an indoor dialogue microphone for filmmaking on a mic stand…
- Cut down on background noise — finished in durable satin nickel, the NT5 available as a single microphone or as an acoustically matched pair.
- Plug in and record — the NT5 is designed and made in Australia, and covered by RØDE's industry leading 10 year warranty when registered online.
Key Features
Design & Materials
Intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a 1/2" capsule, an active J-FET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer. Finished in durable satin nickel, the NT5 available as a single microphone or as an acoustically matched pair.
Performance Specs
- Its tight cardioid pickup pattern also makes it ideal for use as an indoor dialogue microphone for filmmaking on a mic stand or boom
What’s Included
The RODE NT5 Small Diaphragm Condenser Mic as listed in the product name, with the manufacturer’s standard accessories. Ask our team if you need the exact box contents before ordering.
Perfect For
- Musicians and home studios
- Podcasters and streamers
- Live sound and broadcast
How It Stands Out
Pickup pattern and connection are the key choices in a microphone — both are listed below so you can buy the right one first time. Unlike grey imports, every microphone we sell is genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty, priced in AUD including GST. It is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it need phantom power?
Condenser microphones usually need 48V phantom power; dynamic and USB models do not. Check Performance Specs.
Will it work with my interface or computer?
It works with any device that accepts its connector, listed in the specs (XLR, USB or 3.5mm).
Is the RODE NT5 Small Diaphragm Condenser Mic genuine Australian stock?
Yes. Every product is 100% genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty.
How long does delivery take?
This item is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse and ships with StarTrack Express — free on orders over $500 AUD.
Technical Specifications
Need the full manufacturer specification sheet for this model? Ask our Melbourne gear desk on 0489 989 442 and we will send it through.
Australian Warranty & Support
RØDE warrants products bought from authorised dealers for 1 year. On selected products the warranty can be extended to 2, 5 or 10 years when the original purchaser registers online at warranty.rode.com; the length shown in the portal at purchase applies.
Warranty provided by Freedman Electronics Pty Ltd, trading as RØDE Microphones.
These benefits are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Accessories and consumable parts can carry different terms, and manufacturer terms can change, so check the official terms for your purchase date.
Official RØDE warranty terms- Full official Australian manufacturer warranty with local repair centers.
- Australian Consumer Law (ACL) consumer guarantees apply to all purchases.
- Complimentary technical setup assistance via Melbourne gear desk.
Estimated Delivery
- Melbourne Metro
- 1 business day (same-day courier available)
- Sydney, Canberra & Brisbane Metro
- 1 – 2 business days (StarTrack Overnight)
- Adelaide & Hobart Metro
- 1 – 2 business days
- Perth & Darwin Metro
- 2 – 3 business days
- Regional & Remote Australia
- 2 – 4 business days
- New Zealand
- 3 – 7 business days
- Asia (selected countries)
- 5 – 10 business days
- Europe & United Kingdom
- 7 – 14 business days
- North & South America
- 7 – 14 business days
- Africa
- 10 – 20 business days
Orders placed before 2:00 PM AEST on business days are normally dispatched the same day. International delivery times are estimates from dispatch, and we confirm the international shipping cost before you pay. Import duties, taxes and customs fees charged by the destination country are the buyer’s responsibility. Some products, such as drones, radios and lithium batteries, have export or carrier restrictions; we confirm any restriction before you pay.
We cannot ship to: North Korea, Iran, Syria, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk regions. See the full delivery & shipping policy.