Rode M3-RODE Studio End-Address Microphone, Condenser

The M3 highly versatile end-address condenser microphone is designed to excel in a wide variety of recording situations in the studio, on stage or on location. Featuring an internally shock-mounted 1/2-inch condenser capsule, the M3 can either be powered by P48 phantom power or an internal 9V battery. It offers the versatility of a selectable pad (-10dB, -20dB) and high-pass filter (80Hz), making it ideal for recording everything from electric guitar to vocals to drums.

Features

• Versatile end-address condenser microphone
• Cardioid polar pattern
• Robust, all-metal body
• Selectable pad (-10dB, -20dB) and high-pass filter (80Hz)
• 10-year warranty

Specs

Acoustic & Electrical Specifications

• Acoustic Principle – Pressure gradient
• Active Electronics – JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
• Capsule – 0.50″
• Address Type – End
• Frequency Range – 40Hz – 20kHz (selectable high-pass filter @ 80Hz)
• Output Impedance – 200
• Maximum SPL – 142dB SPL
• Maximum Output Level – 9.2mV (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K load)
• Sensitivity – -40.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (6.30mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted) – 21dBA
• Output Connection – XLR
• Power Requirements – 9V battery, P24 or P48

Mechanical Specifications

• Dimensions (mm)
• Height: 225
• Width: 33
• Depth: 33
• Weight (g)
• 390