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RODE - NT1/AI1 KIT

Description

RODE's AI-1 Audio Interface is stacked with incredible technology to ensure recording on your computer is easy, versatile and sounds superb. The Complete Studio Kit comes with the AI-1, RODE's peerless NT1 large diaphragm condenser microphone, SM6 shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable. This is the perfect first step into recording.

Studio Kit Key Features:
* NT1 large-diaphragm condenser microphone delivers superb detail and warmth, and extremely low self-noise (just 4.5dBA).
* AI-1 features an ultra-low-noise XLR input and a discreet, high-power headphone amplifier for studio-quality recording, monitoring and mixdown.
* The Neutrik™ combi-jack input facilitates the connection of microphones, guitars, synthesisers and other instruments for ultimate flexibility.
* Includes the studio-grade SM6 shock mount and pop filter, and an XLR cable so you can get recording right away.
* Ableton Live Lite free with every purchase.

AI-1 Audio Interface
The AI-1 is a studio-grade audio interface suitable for connecting both microphones and musical instruments to a computer or tablet. It features an ultra-low-noise preamp, a high-power headphone amplifier, and balanced line outputs. Switchable 48V phantom power facilitates the connection of condenser microphones, and zero-latency monitoring mode allows for seamless recording.

The AI-1's single input is a Neutrik Combo Jack, which takes both a 3-pole XLR (common to most microphones) and a quarter-inch jack common to most electric instruments like guitar, bass et al. Layering tracks is as easy as plug in, set level and go. Not only does the AI-1 deliver crystal clear audio to your computer software, but headphones have never sounded sweeter thanks to the discrete studio-quality headphone output and level control.

AI-1 Features
* Allows zero-latency playback by enabling the direct monitoring feature
* Playback via headphones/speakers with the high quality discrete headphone amplifier
* 48V Phantom Power
* Class compliant - no need to install any drivers
* High quality Neutrik combo jack input
* Discrete Class-A preamp

AI-1 Specs
Computer Connectivity: USB
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 1 x 2
Number of Preamps: 1
Bit Depth: 24-bit
Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 88.2 kHz 96kHz
Analog Inputs: 1 x Neutrik XLR-1/4 combo
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4 (impedance balanced) 1 x 1/4 (headphones)
Direct Monitor: Yes
USB: 1 x USB Type C
Bus Powered: Yes
OS Requirements: Mac OS 10.10 or later Windows 7 or later
Power: USB bus-powered
Net Weight (grams): 560
Height x Width x Depth (millimetres): 38 x 124 x 100

NT-1 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The NT1 is a revolutionary 1" diaphragm condenser microphone from Rode. It has been developed with a focus on detailed midrange response, coupled with silky smooth high frequencies, and warm, round, bass reproduction to make the NT1 an absolute standout in its class.

Features
* Large 1" condenser capsule with gold-plated membrane
* Cardioid polar pattern
* Ultra-low noise, self noise of only 4.5dB (A)
* Smooth frequency response (20Hz 20kHz)
* True condenser operation with cardioid polar pattern

NT1 Specs
Output Connection: 3 Pin XLR. Balanced output between pin 2 (+), pin 3 (-) and pin 1 (ground)
Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient
Active Electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
Directional Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Range: 20Hz ~ 20kHz
Output Impendence: 100Ω
Equivalent Noise: 4.5 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)
Maximum Output: +8 dBu (1kHz, 1% THD into 1K Ω load)
Sensitivity: 29 dB re 1V/Pa (35mV @ 94dB SPL) 2dB @ 1kHz
Dynamic Range: 128 dB SPL
Maximum SPL: 132 dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 90 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)
Power Requirements: 24V phantom power 48V phantom power
Net Weight (grams): 395
Colour: Black
Diameter (millimetres): 50
Length (millimetres): 187

Box Contents:
1 x NT1
1 x AI-1
1 x SM6
1 x XLR to XLR Cable
1 x USB-C to USB-A Cable