Rode NTR Premium Active Ribbon MicrophoneAt first glance of the NTR you're aware that it's very special and unique an intricate blend of art and science. Designed to hang in the world's finest recording studios and performance halls equally as well as home studio spaces, its existence is a labour of love for RODE. Every element of the NTR, from the transformer to the ribbon element itself, has been designed and created in house at RODE's headquarters in Sydney, Australia. All with the aim of