The 'SoundField by RØDE' NT-SF1 is a peerless ambisonic microphone that captures broadcast-quality 360° surround sound, offering unprecedented sonic possibilities for use in VR, sound design, immersive audio, and experimental recording applications. The NT-SF1 is the first collaboration between ambisonic pioneers SoundField (who invented the first commercial ambisonic microphone) and RØDE. Røde NT-SF1 Key Features Captures broadcast-quality 360° surround sound (with height) in A-Format™ on four separate tracks Four RØDE TF-45C ½-inch true-condenser cardioid microphone capsules arranged in a tetrahedral array Endless processing possibilities via the free 'SoundField by RØDE' plug-in Output to all formats, from stereo to 7.1.4 surround sound Comes in a complete recording kit, including a custom suspension shockmount, Blimp-style windshield and furry wind cover Record Everything The NT-SF1 records the entire spherical sound field – every sound from every direction – in perfect A-Format™ audio, which can be converted to B-Format™ audio and then manipulated infinitely using the 'Soundfield by RØDE' plug-in. Alter the mic directivity, position, and rotation after recording; create a full 7.1.4 surround mix; create a fully head-tracked 360° soundscape for immersive video. The possibilities are, quite literally, only limited by your imagination. Specifications Acoustic Principle Externally Biased Condenser Active Electronics JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer Polar Pattern Cardioid Frequency Range 20Hz - 20kHz Output Impedance 63Ω Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted) 17 dB SPL (as per IEC651) Maximum SPL 129 dB SPL Sensitivity -30.4 dB re. 1 Volt/Pascal (30mV @ 94dB SPL, 1kHz) Power Requirements 6.2mA @ 48V (Per Channel) Phantom Power Frequency Range 30 Hz - 20 kHz ±3dB // 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±4dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio 77 dB Input SPL @ 1% THD 129 dB SPL (1kHz @ 1% THD, 600Ω load)
