Rode NTG-2 [2/8] Introduction

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Introduction

I want to thank you for your purchase of the

NTG-2 shotgun microphone.

The design brief for this microphone was to build a

shotgun that could be used in professional video,

ﬁ lm and live stage applications where low noise, a

wide frequency response and tightly controlled polar

patterns are vital.

I am sure that once you have used your new mic, you

will agree we achieved our aim.

Like all

mics, the NTG-2 is manufactured using

the ﬁ nest surface mount electronic components

available, and has a body machined of high grade

aluminium which is ﬁ nished in hard wearing epoxy

paint.

The heart of any microphone is the capsule, and with

the NTG-2, we have designed and incorporated what

we believe to be one of the best transducers in its

class.

The NTG-2 has many uses; It can be mounted on

video cameras using either the on-board camera mic

mounts or the optional shock mount. The NTG-2

is also suitable as a boom mounted mic for ﬁ lm and

video use where it is desirable to get closer to the

sound source yet still be out of the shot. Another area

where the NTG-2 excels is in a live sound situation,

used to great effect as a ‘crowd mic’ when doing a live

band recording. The ability to power the mic by 48V

phantom or an internal AA 1.5v battery is also a great

feature.

The NTG-2 comes complete with a heavy duty

microphone holder and a wind cover for ‘moderate’

outdoor applications.

has also designed a

series of products which include the Dead Cat wind

sock (for high wind applications) and boom pole as well

as various cables and adaptors. Details of these units

are available on the website www.rodemic.com

Also while on our website please take the time to

Peter Freedman

Microphones

Sydney, Australia