Rode S1 handheld condenser mic

Main Features

• Studio recording quality specification
• Supercardioid polar pattern
• Rugged all metal construction
• Heat treated high strength mesh head
• Custom designed internal plosives screen
• Low handling noise

The Rode S1 is designed specifically for 'no compromise' live vocal performance, but has also found a place in the studio where the performer wants to hold the recording mic.


The S1 utilises a true condenser transducer for studio quality sound reproduction. Its sophisticated high pass filter dramatically reduces undesirable low-frequency background and handling noise. The super cardioid pickup pattern further limits background noise and virtually eliminates feedback.

The multi-stage mesh head filters breath, wind, and plosive noise without affecting sensitivity or frequency response. The hardened mesh head also protects the precision transducer from the rigours of live performance. The rugged ergonomic design of the S1 makes it extremely comfortable to hold and control during use.

The high level output of the S1 is electronically balanced to reduce loss over long cable runs.


Rode S1 Specifications

Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
Capsule: 0.75 inch
Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz
Output Impedance: 50 ohms
Maximum SPL: 151dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K ohm load)
Maximum Output Level: 12.5dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K ohm load)
Weight: 308 gm
Dimensions (H x W x D): 183 x 52 x 52 mm
Output: 3 pin XLR