The Pro Audio Suite: The Rode NT2000: Is It Worth It for Voiceover?

The Rode NT2000: Is It Worth It for Voiceover?

Sep 9, 2024

In response to a listener question from Barry Burns (aka Big Bazza!), the Pro Audio Suite team breaks down their thoughts on the Rode NT2000 and its use for voiceover work. Whether you’re a voice actor curious about this mic or just a fan of Rode gear, this episode offers some valuable insights and a healthy dose of gear talk.

Topics Covered:

Initial Impressions of the Rode NT2000: The crew discusses their experience with the Rode NT2000, diving into the build quality, sound characteristics, and versatility of this multi-pattern mic.
Comparisons to Other Mics: How does the NT2000 stack up against mics like the U87 and the Austrian Audio OC818? George and Andrew give their take on whether the NT2000 is a real contender in the voiceover world.
Strengths of the NT2000: The team highlights the mic’s variable polar patterns, high-pass filter, and low noise floor, making it a solid choice for versatile studio setups.
Durability Over Time: With over a decade of use in one Melbourne studio, the team talks about the mic's longevity and how well it holds up compared to other long-term staples in the voiceover industry.
The NT2000’s Unique Design Features: The discussion covers the adjustable pots on the NT2000 and why, despite their flexibility, they might not be for everyone.
Should You Buy the Rode NT2000 for Voiceover? Andrew sums up his experience with the NT2000 and answers whether it’s worth the investment or if you should look into alternatives like the Austrian Audio OC818.

Listener Question:

Barry Burns asked: “I have the Rode NT2000 but can’t find much in the way of evaluations for it. Any thoughts on how it stacks up for voiceover work?”
Our answer: We break down the pros and cons of the NT2000 in the context of professional voiceover and help Barry (and you) decide if it’s a keeper.

Special Thanks:

A big shout-out to our sponsors, TriBooth and Austrian Audio, for making this episode possible.

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