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RØDE NT-USB Mini vs RØDE PodMic

Compare pickup, connection, battery and recording features.

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RØDE NT-USB Mini

RØDE NT-USB Mini

  • USB bus power.
  • Audio resolution: 24-bit / 48 kHz.
  • USB: USB-C.
  • Mounting / attachment: integrated 360-degree swing mount and detachable magnetic desk.
  • Monitoring output: 3.5mm headphone.
KSh 20,800In Stock
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RØDE PodMic

RØDE PodMic

  • Audio outputs: XLR.
  • Mounting / attachment: integrated swing mount.
KSh 20,800In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The RØDE NT-USB Mini and RØDE PodMic are closely matched on published specifications; they differ in type (USB Desktop Microphone vs Dynamic Broadcast Microphone) and microphone type (electret condenser vs dynamic).

This comparison is partial: only 5 of the 14 specifications are published for both products. The RØDE NT-USB Mini does not list Audio Outputs; the RØDE PodMic does not list materials, Power Source or Audio Resolution.

Audio

RØDE NT-USB Mini
Built-in pop filter
RØDE PodMic
Dynamic

Mounting / attachment

RØDE NT-USB Mini
Integrated 360-degree swing mount and detachable magnetic desk stand
RØDE PodMic
Integrated swing mount

Type

RØDE NT-USB Mini
USB Desktop Microphone
RØDE PodMic
Dynamic Broadcast Microphone

Frequency response

RØDE NT-USB Mini
20 Hz–20 kHz
RØDE PodMic
50 Hz–15 kHz

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

RØDE NT-USB Mini

  • Microphone type: Electret condenser.

RØDE PodMic

  • Microphone type: Dynamic.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
AudioBuilt-in pop filterDynamic
Mounting / attachmentIntegrated 360-degree swing mount and detachable magnetic desk standIntegrated swing mount
TypeUSB Desktop MicrophoneDynamic Broadcast Microphone
Frequency response20 Hz–20 kHz50 Hz–15 kHz

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
BrandRØDERØDE
ModelRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
TypeUSB Desktop MicrophoneDynamic Broadcast Microphone

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
Mounting / AttachmentIntegrated 360-degree swing mount and detachable magnetic desk standIntegrated swing mount
MaterialsSteel and reinforced nylon resin—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
Power SourceUSB bus power—

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
Microphone TypeElectret condenserDynamic
Polar PatternCardioidCardioid
Frequency Response20 Hz–20 kHz50 Hz–15 kHz
Audio Resolution24-bit / 48 kHz—
Audio FeaturesBuilt-in pop filter; zero-latency headphone monitoring—

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
Monitoring Output3.5mm headphone—

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE NT-USB MiniRØDE PodMic
ConnectionUSB—
USBUSB-C—
Computer CompatibilityMac and PC via class-compliant USB audio—
Audio Outputs—XLR

Similarities

  • Same polar pattern: cardioid.
  • Both cost KSh 20,800.
  • Both are made by RØDE.

In summary

RØDE NT-USB Mini and RØDE PodMic are closely matched on the features compared here.

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