RODE Microphones NT6 User manual

(EMC, LVD)
NT6
Instruction Manual
www.rodemic.com

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Introduction
We at RØDE would like to thank you and congratulate
you on investing in the RØDE NT6 Compact Condenser
Microphone with Detachable Capsule.
The RØDE NT6 is specifically designed for difficult
mounting applications. Although clearly relevant to
instrument miking, the NT6 is extremely well suited
to any situation where a small and unobtrusive, yet
powerful microphone system is required.
The 1/2” (externally biased) gold sputtered capsule is
designed to attach to a custom made, multi-position
swivel mount allowing it to be independently positioned
with ease. The capsule is connected to the remote
pre-amplifier (body) by a custom 3m (10’) Kevlar®fibre
reinforced cable.
The surface-mount pre-amplifier circuit also
incorporates a two position variable PAD with 0 dB and
-10 dB attenuation, and a two position variable high-
pass filter that enables you to step from a flat response
to 80Hz high pass filter; both conveniently located away
from the capsule, providing additional control without
the need to move the capsule once in position.
The NT6 is intended for film, television, broadcast, live
performance, theatre, surround and environmental
recording applications, or wherever your imagination
takes you.
Please take the time to visit www.rodemic.com and
register your microphone for a full ten year warranty.
While there you can view studio tips and techniques, as
well as browse the comprehensive range of accessories
for RØDE microphones.
Peter Freedman
Microphones
Sydney, Australia

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Specifications
Acoustic
Principle:
Pressure gradient
Directional
Pattern:
Cardioid (see graph)
Frequency
Range:
40Hz-20kHz, selectable HPF @
80Hz/12dB/octave (see graph)
Output
Impedence:
200
Sensitivity: -37 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (16 mV @
94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise: 19 dB SPL (A - weighted per
IEC651)
Maximum
Output:
+6dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into
1Kload)
Dynamic Range: 119 dB (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Maximum SPL: 135dB SPL
(@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1Kload)
(145dB with maximum PAD)
Signal/Noise: 75 dB SPL
(A - weighted per IEC651)
Power
Requirement:
P48 (48V), P24 (24V) phantom
supply
Output
Connection:
3 pin XLR, balanced output
between pin 2(+), pin (-) & pin 1
(ground)
Net Weight: 386gm

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Specifications
Frequency Response
Dimensions
Polar Response
88.5 mm (2 4/8”) Ø 20 mm (13/16”)
Ø 20 mm (13/16”)
188.4 mm (7 3/8”)
64 mm (2 1/2”)
Ø 18 mm
18 mm
Ø 13 mm
12 mm
1/4” x 20 tpi
5/8” x 27 tpi 3/8” x 16 tpi

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Features
• Externally biased condenser
• Gold sputtered 1/2” capsule
• Two position PAD - 0dB and -10dB
• Two position High-Pass Filter - flat and 80Hz
• Convenient two-axis swivel mount and 3m Kevlar®
fibre reinforced cable included
• Heavy-duty satin-nickel plated body
• Surface mount circuitry
• Low noise and full frequency response
• Made in Australia
• 10 year warranty*
Accessories
*Online product registration required.
ZP1 zip pouch
RM5 stand mount
Swivel mount
WS5 windshield