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Rode SoundField NT-SF1 Ambisonic Microphone

R 26,495.00
R 26,495.00 R 26,495.00
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NT-SF1

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SHORT DESCRIPTION

  • Ideal for VR, Film, and Game Audio
  • Cardioid Capsules in Tetrahedral Array
  • Four 1/2" TF45C Condenser Capsules
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
  • Ultra-Low Noise, Phantom Powered
  • 4-Channel, A-Format Output
  • Supports Flexible B-Format Manipulation
  • Includes Spherical Windscreen & Cover
  • Includes Custom Shockmount
  • Includes XLR Breakout Cable

    The Rode SoundField NT-SF1 Ambisonic Microphone is designed to record clear sound 360° on VR, film production, and audio for video games in accurate reproduction using the four 1/2" TF45C cardioid condenser capsules arranged in a tetrahedral array. These capsules are wired to an XlR 10-pin connector for four-channel, a-format output.

    Flexible B-format manipulation of polar patterns and output format is supported through the downloadable SoundField by Rode ambisonic processor plug-in. Included in the box you will find a custom shockmount, spherical windscreen, furry wind cover, as well as a  breakout cable designed to convert the XKR 10-pin output to four standard XLR-3-pin connectors.

    Microphone Features

    • Tetrahedral array with four externally biased cardioid condenser capsules
    • Created in-house at Rode's Sydney headquarters, each TF-45C capsule is machined to tolerances of less than one micron
    • JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
    • Low noise of 15 dBA
    • Handles SPLs up to 129 dB
    • Sturdy brass body

    Plug-In Features

    • Utilizes frequency-domain processing instead of matrices and correction filters to deliver spatial accuracy at all frequencies
    • Change polar patterns in post-production and even create shotgun-type patterns
    • Set up mixes for all common surround-sound formats from 5.1 to 7.1.4, and accommodate custom formats and speaker arrays
    • Intuitive user interface with sound level visualization for immediate feedback on levels and soundscape information
    • Advanced mode opens up all parameters and controls for precise, detailed manipulation
    • Accepts A-Format, B-Format (FuMa), or B-Format (Ambix)
    • Outputs B-Format (FuMa), B-Format (Ambix), mono, stereo, 5.1, 7.1, 5.1.2, 7.1.2, 5.1.4, or 7.1.4
    • Compatible with macOS 10.11 or later, and Windows 10
    • Supports AAX, Audio Units, and VST plug-in formats

    • Rode SoundField NT-SF1 Ambisonic Microphone
    • Custom Suspension Shockmount
    • Blimp-Style Spherical Windshield
    • Furry Wind Cover
    • XLR Breakout Cable

    Microphone
    Sound Field Tetrahedral
    Operating Principle Pressure Gradient
    Capsule 4 x Condenser
    Polar Pattern Cardioid
    Pad None
    High-Pass Filter None
    Windscreen Blimp, Windsock/Windjammer (Included)
    Performance
    Frequency Range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
    Maximum SPL 129 dB SPL
    Impedance 63 Ohms
    Sensitivity -30.4 dBV/Pa
    Equivalent Noise Level 15 dB A-Weighted
    Power
    Operating Voltage 48 V
    Physical
    Dimensions ø: 45.72 x L: 192.3 mm
    Weight 286 g