Reply from HisongJul 6, 2026
Hi there,
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback.
We’re sorry to hear that the sound quality did not meet your expectations. The Rode NT-USB+ is a strong desktop USB microphone, especially for close-range vocal recording, so we understand the comparison if your main priority is pure desktop microphone tone.
AirStudio S1 is designed differently. Its value is not only the microphone itself, but the full mobile recording workflow — wireless monitoring, app control, DSP processing, portable setup, and multiple ways to connect with phones, cameras, livestreaming setups, and DAWs.
That said, sound quality is still very important to us. The final result can vary depending on mic mode, gain level, DSP settings, recording distance, and the app or device being used. If you are open to it, please contact us at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) and we’d be happy to check your setup and help you get the best possible result from S1.
If it still does not fit your needs, our support team can also help with the next steps.
HISONG Team