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Rode NT1 Signature Series | XLR Condenser | 1-inch HF6 Capsule | 4dBA Self-Noise | Shock Mount and Pop Filter Included
Studio-grade vocal capture for singers, voice-over artists and producers building a home recording room.
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Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Mascom International stocks the Rode NT1 Signature Series at KSh 29,000, brand new and sealed. It is a large-diaphragm XLR condenser built around the 1-inch HF6 capsule Rode designs in-house, with a cardioid pattern, a 20Hz to 20kHz range and self-noise of just 4dBA. The Rode NT1 Signature Series runs on 48V phantom power from your audio interface and handles up to 142dB before distortion. Rode, which makes it in Sydney, Australia, packs a studio shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable in the box. See it at our store on the first floor of Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for singers, gospel artists, voice-over talent, rappers and music producers across Kenya, the Rode NT1 Signature Series solves a common home-studio problem: recordings that sound thin or hissy once the volume goes up. Its 4dBA self-noise means quiet passages, soft breaths and whispered lines stay clean. Producers in Kilimani and Kisumu who record vocals, acoustic guitar and spoken ads all use one microphone for the job. Because everything needed to mount and protect the capsule ships in the box, the Rode NT1 Signature Series is ready the moment it reaches your interface.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell condenser kits of unknown origin, Mascom International supplies genuine Rode stock with local warranty cover and staff who understand recording gear. At Mascom International, we're seeing more Nairobi creators move from USB microphones to an XLR condenser like the Rode NT1 Signature Series as their projects grow. It costs KSh 9,500 more than the Rode PodMic in this batch, and that gap buys detail a dynamic microphone cannot capture. Visit our Kimathi Street showroom, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery nationwide.
Common Questions About the Rode NT1 Signature Series
How much does the Rode NT1 Signature Series cost in Kenya?
The Rode NT1 Signature Series costs KSh 29,000, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price includes the microphone, a studio-grade shock mount, a pop filter and an XLR cable, so you only add an interface with phantom power. It is covered by a 12-month warranty through Mascom International. Delivery is pay-on-arrival across Kenya. It sits KSh 9,500 above the Rode PodMic and the Rode NT-USB Mini, both at KSh 19,500.
What do I need to connect the Rode NT1 Signature Series to my computer?
You need an audio interface or mixer with an XLR input and 48V phantom power, the supply condenser microphones draw through the cable. The Rode NT1 Signature Series cannot plug into a laptop's USB port on its own. Connect the included XLR cable, switch on 48V at the interface, then select the interface in your recording software. Most entry-level interfaces provide phantom power and run on laptop USB power, which helps during KPLC outages. Mascom International can suggest interfaces that suit your budget when you visit our Nairobi CBD store.
Rode NT1 Signature Series or Rode PodMic: which suits my studio?
Pick the Rode NT1 Signature Series for singing, voice-over and acoustic instruments in a quiet, treated room; pick the Rode PodMic for talk shows in a noisy space. The Rode NT1 Signature Series is a condenser that captures the full 20Hz to 20kHz range with 4dBA self-noise, but it also hears room echo. The Rode PodMic, KSh 9,500 cheaper, is a dynamic microphone limited to 50Hz to 15kHz that rejects background noise. Both connect by XLR, but only the Rode NT1 Signature Series needs phantom power. Producers usually want the condenser; podcasters, the dynamic.
How sensitive is the Rode NT1 Signature Series to noise in a Kenyan home studio?
The Rode NT1 Signature Series is highly sensitive, so it picks up generator hum, rain on iron sheets, ceiling fans and boda boda engines outside a window. Its own electronics add only 4dBA of noise, so most hiss in a recording comes from the room. Record away from windows, hang heavy curtains or foam, and switch off fans while tracking. In humid coastal towns like Mombasa, store it in its pouch with silica gel between sessions.
Who should buy the Rode NT1 Signature Series and who should skip it?
Buy the Rode NT1 Signature Series if you sing, record voice-overs, produce music or capture acoustic instruments, and you own an interface with phantom power. Skip it if you record in a noisy shared room, host multi-guest podcasts or work straight from a laptop without an interface. The Rode PodMic suits talk shows in noisy rooms, and the Rode NT-USB Mini suits solo calls and tutorials at a desk. Live stage performers need a handheld microphone instead. If you are unsure, test both styles at our Kimathi Street store.
Can the Rode NT1 Signature Series record loud vocals and instruments?
Yes, the Rode NT1 Signature Series handles sound up to 142dB before distortion, well above a singing voice at close range. That headroom covers strong gospel vocals, brass sections, guitar amplifiers and hand percussion without the signal breaking up. Its sensitivity of 25mV means it needs less boost from your interface than a dynamic microphone. The cardioid pattern lets you aim it at one source while turning down instruments behind it. Worship teams in Nakuru and Eldoret recording live practice sessions can place it near a vocalist without the drums swamping the take.
Is the Rode NT1 Signature Series good for voice-over work and radio adverts?
The Rode NT1 Signature Series is a strong choice for voice-over artists recording radio adverts, audiobooks, YouTube narration and corporate videos for clients in Upper Hill and Westlands. Its low self-noise keeps pauses clean, which matters when agencies raise the volume during mixing. The included pop filter controls breath blasts on close takes. For the best results, record in a quiet room with soft furnishings, because the microphone captures room reflections as clearly as your delivery. Many voice artists send clients files the same day and receive payment through M-Pesa.
What colours does the Rode NT1 Signature Series come in?
Rode lists the Rode NT1 Signature Series in black, red, green, purple, pink, blue, yellow, orange and cobalt finishes. All colours share the same capsule, electronics and box contents, so the choice is purely about how your studio looks on camera. The finish is scratch-resistant, which helps it stay clean after months on a stand. Stock by colour changes often, so confirm the shade you want with Mascom International on WhatsApp before ordering.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Capsule
- 1-inch HF6 true condenser capsule — a large diaphragm that captures fine detail and warmth in vocals, strings and spoken word.
- Cardioid polar pattern — picks up sound mainly from the front, so you can aim it at one singer and reduce sound from behind.
- 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range — covers the full span of human hearing, from deep bass notes to the airy top of a vocal.
- Self-noise of 4dBA — the microphone adds almost no hiss of its own, so soft passages stay clean even at high volume.
- Pressure-gradient acoustic principle — the standard design for directional studio condensers, giving natural, close-up sound when you sing near it.
Sensitivity and Headroom
- Sensitivity of -32dB re 1V/Pa, about 25mV at 94dB — a strong output, so your interface needs less gain and adds less noise.
- Highest sound pressure of 142dB — handles loud vocals, guitar amplifiers, brass and percussion at close range without distortion.
- Output impedance of 100 ohms — a low figure that keeps the signal clean over long XLR cable runs across a studio.
- Wide dynamic range — whispers and belted notes both record cleanly, giving editors more room when balancing a song or narration.
- Smooth response with high sensitivity — needs little EQ correction, saving time when mixing vocals for releases or client adverts.
Connectivity and Power
- 3-pin XLR output — the professional standard, accepted by audio interfaces, mixers and field recorders from every major brand.
- P48 phantom power required — the 48-volt supply from your interface powers the capsule, so no battery or adapter is needed.
- XLR cable included — connect to your interface right away without a separate trip to buy a cable.
- No USB connection — the microphone sends analogue audio to your interface, which handles conversion to digital for the computer.
- Interface stays the only powered link — during power cuts, a laptop-powered interface or a small UPS keeps a session running.
Build and Durability
- Weight of 313g — light enough for standard microphone stands and boom arms without the arm sagging during a long session.
- Dimensions of 52mm by 52mm by 189mm — a slim cylinder that fits behind a pop filter without crowding the singer.
- Scratch-resistant finish — resists marks from stand clamps and daily handling, keeping the microphone presentable in video sessions.
- Made in Sydney, Australia — Rode builds the Rode NT1 Signature Series in its own factory with its in-house capsule.
- Nine finish options — black, red, green, purple, pink, blue, yellow, orange and cobalt; confirm the colour in stock on WhatsApp.
Mounting and Accessories
- Studio-grade shock mount included — suspends the microphone on elastic, cutting thumps from footsteps, desk knocks and stand bumps.
- Pop filter included — sits between your mouth and the capsule, softening air blasts from P and B sounds on close vocals.
- Standard stand thread on the shock mount — fits common microphone stands and boom arms, including the PSA1 and PSA1+ studio arms from Rode.
- Side-address design — you sing into the side marked with the Rode logo, not the top, for correct pickup and tone.
- Complete kit in the box — microphone, mount, filter and cable mean only an interface and stand stand between you and recording.
Package Contents
The Rode NT1 Signature Series arrives brand new and sealed in Rode retail packaging, with everything needed to mount it and protect the capsule:
- Rode NT1 Signature Series microphone
- Studio-grade shock mount
- Pop filter
- XLR cable
An audio interface with phantom power and a microphone stand are not included. Mascom International can advise on both when you collect.
Warranty
The Rode NT1 Signature Series ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our service desk in Nairobi CBD; bring the microphone and your purchase receipt.
Where to Buy the Rode NT1 Signature Series in Kenya
Find the Rode NT1 Signature Series at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring headphones and listen to it through an interface at the counter before you commit. Ask which of the nine Rode finishes we have on the shelf today.
Get in touch with our team:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
All orders travel pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Studios in Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while producers in Eldoret, Nakuru, Kisumu, Mombasa and other major towns receive theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Pay with M-Pesa or cash once the parcel is in your hands.
Your microphone is backed by the 12-month warranty above. We stand behind honest specifications, correct pricing and after-sales support that stays with you as your studio grows.
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