Rode NT2-A Mic Review / Test HD

Today we’re looking at the Rode NT2a, a very popular multi pattern, large diaphragm condenser microphone. This mic offers a very detailed and articulate sound, with a pleasing and smooth mid range. The mic is very unforgiving if you’re in a poorly treated room or have lots of background noise. HQ Audio Version of Review Available Here: https://podcastage.com/rev/nt2a Buy the Rode NT2a (Affiliate Link) Amazon: https://geni.us/nt2a Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/oMRXO Buy the Focusrite 2i2 (3rd Gen) (Amazon Affiliate) - Same Performance as 18i20 Amazon: https://geni.us/2i32rd Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6g4d 00:00 - Introduction 00:11 - Pricing 00:51 - Setup for Testing 01:09 - What’s in the Box 01:34 - Build Quality / Walk Through of Features 02:17 - Specifications 02:48 - Polar Pattern Tone Test 03:19 - Polar Pattern 360-Degree Test 04:06 - High Pass Filter Test 04:29 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test 04:46 - Plosive Rejection Test 04:57 - Keyboard Background Noise Test 05:13 - Shockmount Test 05:33 - Microphone Tap Test 05:50 - Untreated Room vs. Treated Room 06:14 - NT2a vs NT1a vs NT1 06:58 - Music Test 08:23 - Pros & Cons 09:53 - Overall thoughts 10:40 - Recommendation 11:28 - Outro Subscribe For More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/podcastage?sub_confirmation=1 Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvOU-zTlankT-JjN3ZzvuKA/join My YouTube Kit: https://podcastage.com/studio My Favorite XLR Mics: https://podcastage.com/rev/favxlr My Favorite USB Mics: https://podcastage.com/rev/favusb NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): If you purchase an item using my amazon link, it provides me a small referral fee. For more info check my FAQ page links below. Check the Frequently Asked Questions: https://podcastage.com/faq Vote For What You Want Reviewed: https://podcastage.com/vote Check Out This Stuff TOO: Website: https://www.podcastage.com Discord: https://www.podcastage.com/discord Merch: https://podcastage.com/store Personal: https://www.bandrewscott.com