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Electro-Voice RE20 vs RØDE NT1 Signature Series
Product A: Electro-Voice
25 of 61 known
Change Electro-Voice RE20
Product B: RØDE
33 of 61 known
Change RØDE NT1 Signature Series
24 of 53 fields differ
- 13 different values
- 11 known for one only
- 6 the same
- 23 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AElectro-Voice: 54.4 × 54.4 mm
- BRØDE: 52 × 189 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
Microphone weight
A737g
B313g
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Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
RE20, RE20-BLACK, F.01U.413.981, F.01U.411.9061Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026The page data lists the part numbers F.01U.411.906 and F.01U.413.981. The variant selector shows RE20 Beige and RE20 Black. The black part number F.01U.411.906 is also the maker part number of the RE20-BLACK in retailer feeds. The beige F.01U.413.981 is the part number retailers give for the classic fawn beige RE20. The older part numbers F.01U.117.389 and 16207816 are not stored.8Retailer pageavlgear.com/products/electro-voice-re20-broadcast-announcer-microphone-black.jsonRead 15 October 2026The SKU carries the maker part number F01U411906 for the RE20-BLACK.
NT1SIGNATUREBLACK, NT1SIGNATUREWHITE, NT1SIGNATUREORANGE, NT1SIGNATURECOBALT, NT1SIGNATURERED, NT1SIGNATUREPINK, NT1SIGNATUREPURPLE, NT1SIGNATUREBLUE, NT1SIGNATUREGREEN, NT1SIGNATUREYELLOW1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Variant SKUs in the page data: NT1SIGNATUREBLACK, NT1SIGNATUREWHITE, NT1SIGNATUREORANGE, NT1SIGNATURECOBALT, NT1SIGNATURERED, NT1SIGNATUREPINK, NT1SIGNATUREPURPLE, NT1SIGNATUREBLUE, NT1SIGNATUREGREEN and NT1SIGNATUREYELLOW.5Maker product pagebrandstore.rode.com/products/nt1-signature-series.jsonRead 15 October 2026Store SKUs for the ten colour variants.
GTIN / EAN
0698813013982, 0698813014941, 0698813015160, 0698813014965, 0698813014002, 0698813014064, 0698813014088, 0698813014040, 0698813014026, 06988130149275Maker product pagebrandstore.rode.com/products/nt1-signature-series.jsonRead 15 October 2026Store barcodes are 12-digit UPC-A codes such as 698813013982 for black. They are written here as GTIN-13 with a leading zero: black 0698813013982, white 0698813014941, orange 0698813015160, cobalt 0698813014965, red 0698813014002, pink 0698813014064, purple 0698813014088, blue 0698813014040, green 0698813014026 and yellow 0698813014927.
Announced
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Status
Available1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026The page shows the RE20 with a Where to buy button. Electro-Voice price lists are not on the page.3Press releaseelectrovoice.com/articles/news/2020/electro-voice-introduces-re20-blackRead 15 October 2026The classic RE20 finish continues to be available under the current RE20 model name.
Available1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The US page offers the microphone in all ten colours at 159 USD and the store shows each as in stock.5Maker product pagebrandstore.rode.com/products/nt1-signature-series.jsonRead 15 October 2026The product is published and every colour variant is available.6Press articlemixonline.comRead 15 October 2026Available today, as of 2023-11-07.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Markets
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Colours
Beige, Black1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Variant selector: RE20 Beige and RE20 Black. The spec table prints the colour Fawn beige. The black finish is dark charcoal.3Press releaseelectrovoice.com/articles/news/2020/electro-voice-introduces-re20-blackRead 15 October 2026The RE20-BLACK is a new colour option in a low-reflection dark charcoal finish. The classic finish stays on sale under the RE20 name.
Black, White, Orange, Cobalt, Red, Pink, Purple, Blue, Green, Yellow1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The page data lists ten colours: Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Yellow, Cobalt and White.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026The colour strip shows Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Pink, Red, Yellow, Orange, Cobalt Blue and White. The text of this sheet still says six colours.5Maker product pagebrandstore.rode.com/products/nt1-signature-series.jsonRead 15 October 2026Color option values: Black, White, Orange, Cobalt, Red, Pink, Purple, Blue, Green, Yellow.6Press articlemixonline.comRead 15 October 2026At launch: black plus red, green, purple, pink and blue. White, orange, cobalt and yellow came later.
Microphone type
Dynamic1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Element Type: Dynamic.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Generating Element: Dynamic.5Spec databaserecordinghacks.com/microphones/electro-voice/re20Read 15 October 2026Tags: dynamic.
Condenser1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Page: large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone with an HF6 1-inch true condenser capsule.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026
Capsule and pickup
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Capsule size
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25.4mm1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Page: HF6 1-inch true condenser capsule. 1 inch is 25.4 mm.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Acoustic and electrical specifications: Capsule 1.00 inch, which is 25.4 mm.
Capsules
Polar patterns
Address type
End address2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Singers close talk the microphone with their lips almost touching the grille screen, which is at the top end of the body.5Spec databaserecordinghacks.com/microphones/electro-voice/re20Read 15 October 2026Tags include end-address. The page lists the RE20 as dynamic with a Variable-D design.
Side address1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The spec table lists Address Type Side.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Address Type: Side.4Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/user-guides/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The guide says the NT1 Signature Series is a side-address microphone with a tight cardioid polar pattern.
Sound specs
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Frequency response
Min45 HzMax18 kHz1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Frequency Response: 45 Hz - 18,000 Hz.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Frequency Response: 45 - 18,000 Hz.4Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electro-Voice_RE20Read 15 October 2026Spec table: 45 to 18,000 Hz.
Sensitivity (analog)
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-32dBV/Pa1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Spec table: -32 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (25 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1 kHz.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity: -32 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (25 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1 kHz.
Sensitivity (digital)
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Max SPL
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142dB SPL1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 142 dB SPL. The page prints no THD level.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Maximum SPL: 142 dB SPL. No THD level is printed.
Max SPL distortion limit
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Self-noise
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Digital noise floor
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Signal-to-noise ratio
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Dynamic range
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Output impedance
150Ω1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Nominal Impedance: 150 ohms balanced. The old data sheets say the microphone is wired for 150 ohms and can be rewired for 50 or 250 ohms by a solder change. The shipped 150 ohm value is stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Impedance: 150 ohms balanced.4Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electro-Voice_RE20Read 15 October 2026Spec table: impedance 150 ohms.
Connectivity
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Outputs
XLR1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026The spec data and the Wikipedia article list a three-pin XLR output only.4Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electro-Voice_RE20Read 15 October 2026Spec table: three-pin male XLR connector.
XLR1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Analogue Output Connection 3-pin XLR.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Analogue Output Connection: 3-pin XLR. No other output is listed.3Owner's manualedge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Step 6: connect the included XLR cable to the base of the microphone.
Inputs for other sources
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USB and XLR at once
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USB port
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Cable host plug
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Cable length
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Phantom power
Required1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Analogue Power Requirements P48.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Analogue Power Requirements: P48.3Owner's manualedge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Step 7: enable 48V phantom power (P48) on your device.4Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/user-guides/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026For the microphone to function you need to supply 48V phantom power.
Digital audio
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Max bit depth
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Max sample rate
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32-bit float recording
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Monitoring
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Headphone output
Zero-latency monitoring
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Controls and processing
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Onboard controls
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Onboard processing
High-pass filter1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026The page names a bass-tilt switch. The data sheet describes a passive network that tilts the low frequencies down 4.5 dB from 400 to 100 Hz. Wikipedia and RecordingHacks call it a high-pass filter below 400 Hz. Stored as high_pass_filter, the same way the SM7B bass rolloff is stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Architects and engineers specification: when the filter switch is on, low-frequency response tilts down 4.5 dB from 400-100 Hz. With the switch off, the response is flat from 80-6,000 Hz.3Press releaseelectrovoice.com/articles/news/2020/electro-voice-introduces-re20-blackRead 15 October 2026Mid-bass tone-shaping switch.4Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electro-Voice_RE20Read 15 October 2026A switch tailors the mid-bass response and attenuates below 400 Hz with a mild high-pass filter.5Spec databaserecordinghacks.com/microphones/electro-voice/re20Read 15 October 2026The page lists a switchable high-pass filter below 400 Hz.
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Mounting and accessories
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Mount threads
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Shock mount
Internal1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Part of the integral blast and wind filter also shock mounts the internal microphone element, per the data sheet. The launch post and retailers say the element has an internal shock mount.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Part of the filter also shock mounts the internal microphone element, reducing the transfer of vibrations from external sources.
Included1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Page: a studio-grade SM6 shock mount is in the box. The microphone sits inside it.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Text: a studio-grade shock mount is included. The drawing labels it SM6.3Owner's manualedge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Step 2: place the microphone inside the shock mount.4Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/user-guides/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The SM6 shock mount and pop filter come in the box.
Pop filter
Internal1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Integral blast and wind filter tames hard consonants without an add-on screen. An internal pop filter tames plosives.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026An integral blast and wind filter covers each acoustic opening, so singers can close talk with their lips almost touching the grille.3Press releaseelectrovoice.com/articles/news/2020/electro-voice-introduces-re20-blackRead 15 October 2026Integrated pop filter.
External screen1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Page icon: Shock Mount and Detachable Pop Filter. The user guide describes a pop filter on a telescopic arm that screws into the shock mount.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Text: a studio-grade shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable are included.3Owner's manualedge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Step 1: screw the pop filter into the mounting thread of the shock mount with the L-shaped bracket.4Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/user-guides/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The pop filter has a telescopic arm and screws into a socket on the shock mount.
Desk stand included
Design and build
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Housing material
Steel1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Case Material: Steel.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Case Material: Steel.
Machined high-grade aluminium1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Page text: a rugged body machined from high-grade aluminium.7Press articlesonicstate.com/news/2023/11/07/rde-releases-new-edition-of-the-nt1Read 15 October 2026Rugged aluminium body and high-grade finishes.
RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Software
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Software
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User firmware updates
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Compatibility
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Works with
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Consoles
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Dimensions and weight
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Microphone dimensions
Width54.4Height54.4Depth216.7mm(2.1 × 2.1 × 8.5 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Dimensions: length 216.7 mm (8.53 in), widest diameter 54.4 mm (2.14 in), body diameter 49.2 mm (1.94 in). The RE20 is a round end-address microphone used pointing at the speaker, so the 216.7 mm length is the depth and the 54.4 mm widest diameter is both width and height. The body diameter 49.2 mm is not stored.
Width52Height189Depth52mm(2 × 7.4 × 2 in)1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Length 52, Width 52, Height 189 mm. The microphone is side-address and stands upright, so the length of 189 mm is the height and the 52 mm diameter is both width and depth.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Mechanical specifications: Length 52, Width 52, Height 189 mm.
Microphone weight
737g(1.6 lb)1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Net weight: 1 lb, 10 oz (737 g). Shipping weight 3 lb, 4 oz (1474 g) is not stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Net Weight: 737 g (1 lb, 10 oz).4Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electro-Voice_RE20Read 15 October 2026Spec table: net weight 737 g.
Weight with stand
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Certifications
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Other certifications
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FCC Part 15 Class B, CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B), KC (South Korea)3Owner's manualedge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Compliance page: FCC Part 15 Class B digital device, CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B) and a South Korea KC entry (R-R-R72-NT1SIGNATURE).
In the box
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In the box
RE20 microphone, 81715 stand clamp1Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/product/re20Read 15 October 2026Included Accessories: 81715 stand clamp. The optional 309A shock-mounted stand adapter is not included.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories Furnished: 81715 stand clamp. The 2006 sheet also lists a 309A shock-mounted stand adapter as an optional accessory.8Retailer pageavlgear.com/products/electro-voice-re20-broadcast-announcer-microphone-black.jsonRead 15 October 2026What's Included: Electro-Voice RE20-BLACK Microphone and 81715 Stand Clamp.
NT1 Signature Series Microphone, SM6 Studio Microphone Shock Mount, Pop Filter, XLR Cable for NT1 Signature Series1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026What's in the box in the page data: NT1 Signature Series (1), SM6 Studio Microphone Shock Mount (1) and XLR Cable for NT1 Signature Series (1). The page and the datasheet also say a pop filter is included.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box drawing: SM6, NT1 Signature Series Microphone and XLR Cable. The text says a studio-grade shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable come with it.4Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/user-guides/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026A studio-quality shock mount, pop filter and XLR cable are included.7Press articlesonicstate.com/news/2023/11/07/rde-releases-new-edition-of-the-nt1Read 15 October 2026Each microphone comes with a studio-grade shock mount, a pop filter and a premium XLR cable.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)im.static-thomann.de/pics/atg/atgdata/document/manual/233781.pdfRead 15 October 2026Electro-Voice RE20 spec sheet, Part Number 534678 Rev D, Telex Communications 6/2006, mirrored by Thomann. It is the most recent RE20 data sheet that could be opened. The current maker site hides its data sheet download behind a script.
edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdf1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026Datasheet linked from the Resources section of the page.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/NT1%20Signature%20Series_Datasheet_FA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Datasheet of the NT1 Signature Series, page 1 and 2.
Manual
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edge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdf1Maker product pagerode.com/en-us/products/nt1-signature-seriesRead 15 October 2026The Product Manual link of the page is the quick start guide.3Owner's manualedge.rode.com/pdf/products/1362/0927-0876-02-01%20NT1%20SIGNATURE%20SERIES%20QSG_FA%20WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Quick start guide, part 0927-0876-02-01, 9 pages.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years6Maker product pageelectrovoice.com/support/warrantyRead 15 October 2026The page links the Electro-Voice warranty conditions for North America and EMEA. Both state a warranty of three years for all other products, with only loudspeakers, loudspeaker accessories and the R300 and RE3 wireless microphones named separately. A wired microphone such as the RE20 falls under all other products. An extension of up to five years needs registration and is not stored.7Maker spec sheet (PDF)products.electrovoice.com/download/975639Read 15 October 2026Warranty conditions for Electro-Voice products, EMEA, version V1.0 of 2019-03-13: three years for all other products. The North America version lists the same three years, at https://shop.ccisolutions.com/StoreFront/jsp/pdf/EVI_warranty.pdf.
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