Rode SM2

An Essential Accessory in the Rode Ecosystem

In a recording setup, quality does not depend solely on the microphone and preamp: mounting accessories play a key role. This Rode suspension aligns with the Australian brand's philosophy, designed to get the best out of its flagship studio models. Paired with the NT1-A, NT2-A, NT1000, NT2000, NTK, K2, and Classic II models, it allows full exploitation of these microphones' sensitivity by reducing unwanted noise caused by stand vibrations, footsteps on the floor, or slight shocks to the boom arm.

Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?

This microphone suspension is intended for anyone recording with a sensitive condenser microphone who wants to secure their takes. In a home studio, it helps achieve greater clarity when the room easily transmits vibrations (hardwood floor, desk, lightweight stand). In a professional studio, it provides a more stable capture on demanding sources such as lead vocals, dubbing, narration, whispered singing, or acoustic guitar. It is also a relevant choice for podcasting and streaming whenever the microphone is mounted on a stand and exposed to furniture movements.

Mechanical Isolation: The Detail That Changes the Recording

The principle of a suspension is simple: to decouple the microphone from the stand to prevent vibrations from reaching the capsule. Thanks to its elastic suspension, this model reduces the transmission of contact noise and contributes to a cleaner capture. The result: less "rumble" and disturbances in the low-frequency range, which facilitates mixing (less aggressive high-pass filtering, fewer corrections). On highly detailed microphones like the NT1-A, NT2-A, or tube models (NTK, K2, Classic II), this improvement is particularly appreciated because these mics easily reveal minor environmental flaws.

Technical specifications

Type	Microphone Shock Mounts	Quantity	1
Color	Black

Shock mount type

elastic

Compatibility

Rode microphones NT1-A, NT2-A, NT1000, NT2000, NTK, K2 and Classic II