Reviewer:
Daniel Infield
from Duluth, GA United States
The Rode NT5 is a good quality small diaphragm mic for multiple applications. I actually find them (and most of the Rode line) to be on the darker side and not super detailed in the transients (though some other reviews might disagree?). This adversely affects them on drum overheads IMO relative to some of the higher end reference SDC's out there, but on the other hand for normally transient-heavy instruments that need to find a "place" in a mix (strings, rhythm guitar), that they do just fine. The optional omni capsules increase their musicality on some sources, too.
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October 12, 2010
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JOHN D
from Brisbane, Queensland Australia
This matched pair of microphones arrived in a hard black plastic case with a soft foam insert which immediately allayed any concerns about shipping such delicate items. My first purchase of any mike so whilst I make no claims on expertise, I know what I hear and they sound great. Perfect match for my Apogee Duet and Rokit 5's.
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detailed pair of small diaphragm condensers
September 27, 2010
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Thomas Szy
from Hellertown, PA United States
I've owned the NT5's for about 3 years. They yield a detailed and bright sound, not harsh, just bright. I use them primarily on drum overheads, which is where i think they shine, as i prefer a brighter sounding mic with good stereo imaging for cymbals, transients, etc. They also work well in a stereo pair for acoustic guitar, and anything else that would typically be suited for a SDC. For just over $400 it's hard to find a better pair of SDC's. Thanks Rode.
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Great Microphones, also for LIVE apps
August 26, 2010
Reviewer:
yuval cohen
from Princeton NJ, NJ United States
I have used these NT-5s for numerous applications, including piano, percussion, classical guitar, drums overhead and live for choir. They always sound great and never harsh. I own Earthworks as well, which are super-accurate, yet the NT-5 often work better in a mix. Only thing to watch for is the bump around 10K which may be EQed down a notch. These have been super-useful and worth every penny of their price!
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This is it
June 23, 2010
Reviewer:
Gabriel Grieser
from Seattle, WA United States
Don't be fooled into buying a similarly-priced SDC pair with bells and whistles like shockmounts and omni capsules. This no-nonsense, Australian-made pair, which comes in a no-nonsense plastic flight case with stand clips, delivers excellent, no-nonsense sound. In short, these have serial numbers and are backed by a ten year warranty.
good mid price SDC 
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