After several months of use, I can confidently say this device has become a permanent fixture on my desk—and not just because I’m too busy to unplug it. The voice dictation works impressively well, saving both time and keyboard wear, while the video quality is sharp enough to make even Monday morning Zoom calls look respectable.
Whether you’re conferencing or simply attempting to look professional from your home office, the performance is consistently reliable. As someone with over 25–30 years in the IT industry, I don’t hand out praise lightly—but in this case, it’s well deserved.
In short, this is an excellent choice for everyday office use. Logitech continues its long-standing tradition of delivering quality products—thankfully, without requiring an IT support ticket to get started.
If only every piece of tech behaved this well, IT departments everywhere could finally take a proper coffee break.
Rode Complete Studio Kit with AI-1 Audio Interface, NT1 Microphone
The RØDE Complete Studio Kit contains everything you need to make professional, studio-quality recordings at home. Featuring our AI-1 audio interface, peerless NT1 large-diaphragm condenser microphone, plus an SM6 shock mount and XLR cable, it’s the perfect first step into recording.
Key Features:
- NT1 large-diaphragm condenser microphone delivers superb detail and warmth, and extremely low self-noise (just 4.5 dBA).
- AI-1 features an ultra-low-noise XLR input and a discreet, high-power headphone amplifier for studio-quality recording, monitoring, and mixdown.
- The Neutrik combi-jack input facilitates the connection of microphones, guitars, synthesizers, and other instruments for ultimate flexibility.
- Includes the studio-grade SM6 shock mount and pop filter, and an XLR cable so you can get recording right away.
- Ableton Live Lite is free with every purchase.
The Perfect First Step Into Home Recording
The name says it all. The Complete Studio Kit comes with everything you need to create studio-quality recordings at home. This includes RØDE’s AI-1 audio interface, NT1 large-diaphragm condenser microphone, SM6 shock mount, and pop filter, and all the cables you need to get connected. Every Complete Studio Kit also comes with a free version of Ableton Lite recording software, so you can start making music right away.
Easy to Use. Superb Sound.
The AI-1's streamlined form factor means getting set up is as easy as plugging in, adjusting levels, and going. Its single input is a high-quality Neutrik combi-jack that accommodates both XLR and ¼-inch cables, so you can plug in your microphone, guitar, bass, or synthesizer with ease. The AI-1 delivers 48V phantom power and features a level indicator for ensuring you don’t overload its preamp. Combined with the NT1, the AI-1 delivers crystal-clear audio for any application, whether you’re recording spoken word for a podcast or complex, multi-layered music.
Superior Audio Monitoring
Not only does the AI-1 deliver crystal-clear audio to your recording software, but your headphones have never sounded sweeter thanks to its discreet, high-power headphone amplifier. Audio playback is easy with a single-level control and switchable zero-latency monitoring for eliminating echo while tracking vocals or instruments. The AI-1 also features balanced ¼-inch outputs for connecting your favorite speakers.
Specifications
NT1 Specifications
Output Connection: 3 Pin XLR. Balanced output between pin 2 (+), pin 3 (-) and pin 1 (ground)
The acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient
Active Electronics: JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
Directional Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Range: 20Hz ~ 20kHz
Output Impendence: 100Ω
Equivalent Noise: 4.5 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)
Maximum Output: +8 dBu (1kHz, 1% THD into 1K Ω load)
Sensitivity -29 dB re 1V/Pa (35mV @ 94dB SPL) ± 2dB @ 1kHz
Dynamic Range: 128 dB SPL
Maximum SPL: 132 dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 90 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)
Power Requirements: 24V phantom power 48V phantom power
Net Weight (grams): 395
Colour: Black
Diameter (millimeters): 50
Length (millimeters): 187
AI-1 Specifications
Computer Connectivity: USB
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 1 x 2
Number of Preamps: 1
Bit Depth: 24-bit
Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 88.2 kHz 96kHz
Analog Inputs: 1 x Neutrik XLR-1/4” combo
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4” (impedance balanced) 1 x 1/4” (headphones)
Direct Monitor: Yes
USB: 1 x USB Type C
Bus Powered: Yes
OS Requirements: Mac OS 10.10 or later Windows 7 or later
Power USB: bus-powered
Net Weight (grams): 560
Height x Width x Depth (millimeters): 38 x 124 x 100
