Rode M3

Versatile End-address Condenser Microphone

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.

Key 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

What’s In The Box

• 1X M3
• 1X Windshield
• 1X RM1
• 1X ZP1

General 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:  200Ω
• Maximum SPL:  142dB SPL
• Maximum Output Level:  9.2mV (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
• Sensitivity:  -40.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (6.30mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted):  21dBA
• Power Requirements:  9V battery, P24 or P48
• Output Connection:  XLR
• Dimensions (WxDxH):  33mm X 33mm X 225mm
• Weight:  390g