It is, however, rather quieter than some of these tube classics, and probably a lot cheaper to service given that the tubes used in the rode mics dont belong to an endangered species. Dx lab suite, commander rig control and winwarbler digital mode package pc based k2 remote control program from dan, ke6d. Page 3 in the following pages, youll find a detailed description of the features of podcaster, as well as a stepbystep instruction for its setup. Rode k2 studio condenser microphone used w cable 698800166 ebay. For a repair or service of your product please contact your local distributor. Rode ntk power supply if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Click on the product category to expand the product line and click on the title of the literature to download. As it turned out, i never actually used it on a recording because the high end was too harsh and brittle for my ears. The k2 has a very classic sound to it once you start changing the tubes you will see how much better this microphone can get than what it already is. Trx manager capable of remote control of your k3 k2 from a pc over your network. The nt1a is one of the most transparent sounding microphones on the market, making it the perfect tool for home recording artists and major studios alike to have in their mic lockers. Introducing the ntusb mini our new compact, studioquality usb microphone.
The microphone itself is a classic large diaphragm side address design whose brushed silver finish looks seriously sleek. The rode k2 is very good for vocals and a few different instruments. At the heart of the nt2a is a large capsule made in rode s australian factory the same as the k2 tube mic, rather than the chinesemade capsule in earlier models. The back panel of the k2 power supply has a mains input socket, a signal ground earth lift, a mic input socket, a voltage selector, and a mains power socket which also. As a podcaster owner you now have full access to the site. Important information about purchasing from the us. K2 lcd backlight assembly k2 lcd backlight assembly instructions. Premium microphones and audio accessories for studio, live and location recording. If you are having issues please feel free to contact global support directly. Rode s k2 is a great performer, offering multipattern functionality at a very affordable uk price. Infinitely variable control of the polar pattern from omnidirectional through cardioid and bidirectionalfigure8 provides the freedom and flexibility to excel in any recording situation. This microphone is a key to keeping the most realistic sound to your voice or instrument, allowing you to tweak your sounds to perfection later, or keep. Appendixes rev h detail pictures of a k2 during construction manual.
This program adds significant functionality to your k3 or k2 and can control two k3sk2s. So, with all that information under our belts, lets have a look at the k2, a tube. If you see a price that looks too good to be true, it probably is. As a vocal mic, the k2 sounds very classy indeed, and it has been deliberately engineered to be reminiscent of classic studio mics. Please use our technical support page to find technical support and service in your region. Title manual revision download size k2 manual k2 manual for k2s with serial numbers 4060 and above using revision b pcb rev i 3292012 5. We just released a firmware update for the videomic ntg download it here. Rode have risen well above the bargainbasement dog fight that seems to be going on at the moment, so the k2 isnt the cheapest tube mic on the market by a long stretch, but. It includes a removable pop shield with two axes of adjustment and a telescopic arm for ultimate application versatility.
Rode microphones k2 instruction manual pdf download. The male 7pin plug connects to the 7pin input socket on the rear of the power supply, while the female 7pin plug connects to the ntk k2 microphone. The rode k2 is a premium valve condenser microphone featuring dual 1 gold sputtered diaphragms. Rode k2 multipattern dual condenser valve microphone. But i want to know signalvoltage pins to be more careful and i only have the old gus ntk mod handmade schema, but i am not sure about pins voltage and some tips. When it comes high quality field recording for ios devices rode brings their agame with the ixy.
Ever since the nt2, rode have been stirring up the mic market, and their range now includes a variety of respectable valve and solidstate models priced for the project studio owner. Find product brochures, instructions, performance data, installation guides and more. Combined with the k2 s tubebased design, rode has gone allout to build a modern classic. It supports pcb layout programs with several netlist formats and can also produce spice simulation netlists.
Rode k2 variable pattern studio tube condenser microphone. I would very much like a microphone rode k2, but the next i have no money. Or, one of our k2 experts can give you a guided demo online. The m3 was created to allow you to achieve the very best results from both live performance and in the studio.
Inside the case you will find a dedicated low noise mic cable, with seven pins as opposed to normal 3 pin xlr mic leads that transfers all the data and power smoothly and silently from the k2 into the power unit. Instead, what i found inside was an abundance of bits, pieces and addons that come standard with a rode k2 mic. Elecraft handson ham radio, highperformance transceivers and amplifiers. The advantage is that rode can test and push to the limit each circuit to. One of the key features of the m3 is that it has been designed with a switchable pad and high pass. It provides isolation from external physical factors that may cause unwanted rumble and vibrations in the microphone. Krain product resources offer the key features and benefits of the krain line. But weve heard modified ntks that sounded jawdropping good. Theyve managed to package high quality hardware with a clever and complete recording application that in our opinion negates the need to carry around a separate field recording device. Here are the winners of our golden ears competition. Infinitely variable control of the polar pattern from. Two new largediaphragm mics from rode improve on their previous technology for a classy sound with exceptionally low noise.
Rode k2 circuit the tube is a 6922 twintriode, handselected and graded at the factory. Rode ntk premium tube cardioid condenser microphone. Theres nothing like a decadelong rode ntk tube replacement story in 2002 i was in the market for a reasonably priced tube microphone for my home studio. Rode microphones m3 instruction manual pdf download. Rode s k2 represents an excellent value in a tube microphone, combining incredibly low noise, low distortion and high spl with the type of fantastic lush sound youd expect from a highend tube microphone.
Rode ntk tube cardioid condenser microphone the ntk is a premium valve condenser microphone designed to provide incredible detail and warmth in the studio, especially for most single instrument recording scenarios. Rode microphones designs and manufactures a comprehensive suite of premium audio accessories. The k2 rules editor makes it easy to add rules and business logic to workflows. The companys business applications and tools help users create successful solutions and increase agility. The 7pin cable from rode microphones is designed for use with the ntk 1 valve condenser microphone and the k2 variable pattern dual 1 valve condenser microphone. K2 manual for k2s with serial numbers 4060 and above using revision b pcb. Rode ntk tube replacement telefunken e88cc mullard. It is also often used to draw oneline diagrams, block diagrams, and presentation drawings. Page 1 usb microphone usb microphone instruction manual usb microphone usb microphone emc, lvd. Although the body of the new nt1 closely resembles the nt1a, the microphone has been completely redesigned from the ground up, with the only shared component being the mesh grille. The rode manualfaq i think that say that its a uniform 7 pin xlr cable.
The rode k2 is a large diaphragm vacuum tube condenser microphone with a very low self noise and a good wide dynamic range. Tube microphone with infinitely variable pattern, frequency range 20 hz to 20 khz, impedance 200 ohm, sensitivity. K2 is the fastest way to build sophisticated automation and workflows that lower the cost of ownership and deliver the highest overall customer satisfaction in the industry. Microphone rode microphones nt55 instruction manual 8 pages microphone rode microphones nt55 instruction manual 8 pages. Tinycad is a program for drawing electrical circuit diagrams commonly known as schematic drawings. The new hf1 capsule, as first seen in the nt2000, aims to address any lingering concerns that anyone might have about the subjectively hyped sound that some people associate with rode. Elecraft k2 schematics compiled by sverre holm, la3za, from manual pages of. Since then, k2 has grown into an awardwinning business application software company. Page 2 introduction congratulations on purchasing the microphone. Workflow automation for your business l k2 process automation. As with other rode microphones the nt2a feels solidly built to the point where you could probably hammer nails in with it. The rode k2 is a premium valve condenser microphone featuring dual 1 inch gold sputtered diaphragms. Rode nt2a multipattern large diaphragm condenser microphone.
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