The release of the Rode S1 represents a major step in the development of live performance microphones.
Having gained worldwide acceptance and recognition as one of the leading microphone designers and manufacturers, Rode has, up until the release of the S1, concentrated its design efforts on the studio and specialist recording markets.
"We were always being asked by our customers to give them the Rode studio sound they loved, for live stage performances.",said Peter Freedman, President of Rode Microphones in Sydney, Australia. "This is the ultimate vocal mic, pure and simple. That's what it was designed to be and that's what we've achieved.
?We started the project two years ago and found that there was a real need for a studio quality, hand held microphone that could handle the rigors of constant touring. There are other 'live' condenser mics out there but nothing like the S1. Record with it during the day and then take it to a gig at night; it's a killer for both applications.
"So confident of its performance and integrity, we gave the Rode S1 a 5 year parts and labour guarantee - even if it's accidentally damaged by the owner!"
The S1 features a true externally biased condenser transducer with a gold plated diaphragm, coupled to ultra low noise, surface mount, FET circuitry.
Designed and manufactured at Rode's state of the art facility in Sydney Australia, the Rode S1 is an example of our ongoing commitment to the development of microphones that address the demands of musicians.
Features
Studio Recording quality specifications.
Rugged all metal construction.
Attractive satin nickel finish.
Heat treated high strength mesh head.
Custom designed integral 'plosives' screen.
Ergonomically weighted balanced.
Low noise circuitry.
Low handling noise.
Comes complete with stand mount, zip pouch.
Designed and manufactured in Australia.
Full 5 years guarantee.
Technical Info
Acoustic principle: Pressure gradient transducer
Directional pattern: Supercardioid
Frequency range: 20 Hz20kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 4.5 mV/Pa
Output impedence: 50 ohms
S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651: 78 dB
Equivalent Noise: <16 dB SPL
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 150 dB
Maximum output voltage: +13.9 dBu
Dynamic range of the mic. Amplifier DIN/IEC 651: 132 dB
Supply voltage: 48 V +/- 4 V
Current consumption: 3.5 mA
Matching connector: XLR 3F
Weight: approx. 300 g
Diameter: 52 mm
Length: 185 mm
Because this item is used at your mouth or ear, it cannot be returned once opened due to health reasons. 
