RODE Complete Studio Kit with NT-1 Condenser Mic and AI-1 Audio Interface

RODE's AI-1 Audio Interface is stacked with incredible technology to ensure recording on your computer is easy, versatile and sounds superb. The Complete Studio Kit comes with the AI-1, RODE's peerless NT1 large diaphragm condenser microphone, SM6 shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable. This is the perfect first step into recording.

Studio Kit Key Features:

* NT1 large-diaphragm condenser microphone delivers superb detail and warmth, and extremely low self-noise (just 4.5dBA).

* AI-1 features an ultra-low-noise XLR input and a discreet, high-power headphone amplifier for studio-quality recording, monitoring and mixdown.

* The Neutrik[trade] combi-jack input facilitates the connection of microphones, guitars, synthesisers and other instruments for ultimate flexibility.

* Includes the studio-grade SM6 shock mount and pop filter, and an XLR cable so you can get recording right away.

* Ableton Live Lite free with every purchase.

AI-1 Audio Interface

The AI-1 is a studio-grade audio interface suitable for connecting both microphones and musical instruments to a computer or tablet. It features an ultra-low-noise preamp, a high-power headphone amplifier, and balanced line outputs. Switchable 48V phantom power facilitates the connection of condenser microphones, and zero-latency monitoring mode allows for seamless recording.

The AI-1's single input is a Neutrik Combo Jack, which takes both a 3-pole XLR (common to most microphones) and a quarter-inch jack common to most electric instruments like guitar, bass et al. Layering tracks is as easy as plug in, set level and go. Not only does the AI-1 deliver crystal clear audio to your computer software, but headphones have never sounded sweeter thanks to the discrete studio-quality headphone output and level control.

AI-1 Features

* Allows zero-latency playback by enabling the direct monitoring feature

* Playback via headphones/speakers with the high quality discrete headphone amplifier

* 48V Phantom Power

* Class compliant - no need to install any drivers

* High quality Neutrik combo jack input

* Discrete Class-A preamp

AI-1 Specs

Computer Connectivity: USB

Form Factor: Desktop

Simultaneous I/O: 1 x 2

Number of Preamps: 1

Bit Depth: 24-bit

Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 88.2 kHz 96kHz

Analog Inputs: 1 x Neutrik XLR-1/4 combo

Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4 (impedance balanced) 1 x 1/4 (headphones)

Direct Monitor: Yes

USB: 1 x USB Type C

Bus Powered: Yes

OS Requirements: Mac OS 10.10 or later Windows 7 or later

Power: USB bus-powered

Net Weight (grams): 560

Height x Width x Depth (millimetres): 38 x 124 x 100

NT-1 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The NT1 is a revolutionary 1" diaphragm condenser microphone from Rode. It has been developed with a focus on detailed midrange response, coupled with silky smooth high frequencies, and warm, round, bass reproduction to make the NT1 an absolute standout in its class.

Features

* Large 1" condenser capsule with gold-plated membrane

* Cardioid polar pattern

* Ultra-low noise, self noise of only 4.5dB (A)

* Smooth frequency response (20Hz 20kHz)

* True condenser operation with cardioid polar pattern

NT1 Specs

Output Connection: 3 Pin XLR. Balanced output between pin 2 (+), pin 3 (-) and pin 1 (ground)

Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient

Active Electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer

Directional Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Range: 20Hz ~ 20kHz

Output Impendence: 100Ω

Equivalent Noise: 4.5 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)

Maximum Output: +8 dBu (1kHz, 1% THD into 1K Ω load)

Sensitivity: 29 dB re 1V/Pa (35mV @ 94dB SPL) 2dB @ 1kHz

Dynamic Range: 128 dB SPL

Maximum SPL: 132 dB SPL

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 90 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)

Power Requirements: 24V phantom power 48V phantom power

Net Weight (grams): 395

Colour: Black

Diameter (millimetres): 50

Length (millimetres): 187

Box Contents:

1 x NT1

1 x AI-1

1 x SM6

1 x XLR to XLR Cable

1 x USB-C to USB-A Cable