4 dBA Self-Noise HF6 True Condenser Capsule, 142 dB Maximum SPL, 20 Hz - 20 kHz Frequency Response, Cardioid Polar Pattern, SM6 Shockmount with Integrated Pop Filter, 6-Meter Red XLR Cable, Aluminium Scratch-Resistant Red Body, P48 Phantom Power, 36-Inch to 64-Inch Adjustable Tripod Height, 30-Inch Removable Euro Boom Arm, Single-Handed Steel Euro Clutch, 23-Inch Wide Base, 5/8-Inch Industry-Standard Top Thread, 5.2 lb Lightweight Sheet Metal + Composite Build
The Rode NT1 Signature Series Red is a true studio condenser microphone — the same HF6 1-inch capsule, JFET active transformer, and 4 dBA self-noise as the rest of the Signature line, finished in glossy red aluminium that photographs as actual red on camera. Mics this quiet need a steady mount that puts them at the right height for the voice in front of them, and a desk arm can't do it for vocalists tracking standing up or singer-songwriters tracking a guitar at the same time. This bundle pairs the NT1 Signature Red with the On-Stage Stands MS7701B Euro boom tripod stand — a 36-inch to 64-inch height range with a 30-inch removable boom that places the capsule wherever the voice is.
The HF6 1-inch true condenser capsule is precision-engineered to sub-micron tolerance and matched to a JFET active transformer circuit that adds warmth without coloration. The result is broadcast-grade clarity with rich low end and silky highs — the take sounds finished off the interface. 4 dBA self-noise is the quietest in the studio-condenser class, which matters most on intimate vocal performances, audiobook narration, and ASMR — the noise floor stays under the voice instead of rising into the take. Internal shock-mounting on the capsule itself adds another layer of vibration rejection beyond what the SM6 mount handles.
The same capsule that captures a whispered voiceover also handles 142 dB peaks without distortion — screamed vocals, snare top, and amped guitar cabinets stay clean. The cardioid polar pattern rejects sound from the rear and sides, so untreated bedrooms and home studios pick up less room reflection and computer fan noise. Singer-songwriters tracking vocal and acoustic guitar at the same time benefit twice: tight pickup on the source in front of the mic, and meaningful attenuation of whatever the other mic position is hearing.
The NT1 Signature ships with a complete studio-ready package: the SM6 shockmount with an integrated pop filter built into the basket (one accessory does the job of two), a 6-meter color-matched red XLR cable that runs from the mic position to the interface with room to spare, and a microfiber storage pouch. The integrated pop filter is the difference — most shockmounts require a separate gooseneck pop filter that has to be positioned correctly each session; the SM6's filter is fixed in front of the capsule and stays right where it needs to be.
The On-Stage Stands MS7701B is a professional tripod microphone stand with a removable 30-inch Euro boom — the format used in working recording studios and on live stages worldwide. Height adjusts from 36 inches to 64 inches with a single-handed steel midpoint Euro clutch that locks position without re-tightening every adjustment, which matters when a vocalist needs the mic moved between takes. The 23-inch base spread keeps the stand stable on uneven floors and the legs fold flat for storage and transport. The 5/8-inch-27 top thread is industry-standard — the NT1 Signature's SM6 shockmount threads directly on without an adapter.
The NT1 Signature Red is the voice. The SM6 shockmount with integrated pop filter handles plosive control and desk vibration. The 6-meter red XLR carries the signal from the mic position to the interface. The MS7701B positions the capsule at the right height — seated for spoken word, raised for standing vocal tracking, boom-extended for off-axis source placement when the singer is also playing an instrument. Plug the XLR into any audio interface, send 48V phantom power up the cable, and the NT1 Signature is recording at studio resolution within a minute of opening the boxes.
First-time studio buyers building a serious home setup who want broadcast-grade vocal capture and a stand that grows with the studio. Upgraders moving from USB mics or budget condensers who want the lowest self-noise in the category and a real tripod boom in one purchase. Comparison shoppers cross-referencing the NT1 Signature against the Rode NT1 5th Gen, AT2020, AT2035, Lewitt LCT 440 Pure, and AKG P120 — the Signature Series matches or beats those on the spec sheet (4 dBA self-noise, 142 dB SPL, internally shock-mounted capsule) and adds the SM6 mount and 6-meter cable in the box. Order yours and start tracking today.
| MPN | NT1SIGNATURE (Red), MS7701B |
|---|---|
| Color | Red |
| UPC / EAN | 345629730311 |
| Brand | Rode |
| Product Condition | New |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Microphone Type | Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser |
| Capsule | HF6 1-Inch True Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Self-Noise | 4 dBA |
| Maximum SPL | 142 dB |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Output | 3-Pin XLR |
| Power | P48 (48V Phantom) |
| Body Color | Red (Scratch-Resistant Aluminium) |
| Stand Height Range | 36 in - 64 in |
| Boom Length | 30 in (Removable Euro Boom) |
| Stand Base Spread | 23 in |
| Stand Weight | 5.2 lb |
| Stand Top Thread | 5/8 in-27 Industry Standard |
| XLR Cable Length | 6 m (Color-Matched Red) |