Rode M3 Multi-Powered Cardioid Condenser Microphone


Key Features
-24 - 48V Phantom Powered -9V Internal Battery Powered -Cardioid Polar Pattern
Overview
The Rode M3 Condenser Microphone is a reliable, cost-effective end address microphone that is ideal for recording applications, sound reinforcement and more. This low-noise, wide-response condenser microphone features a heavy-duty metal body, low self-noise, battery status LED and a High Pass Filter. A three position Pad switch maximizes headroom up to -10dB and -20dB. The M3 is capable of either 24-48V phantom power or internal 9V alkaline battery. The compact, versatile M3 is designed for maximum flexibility and is ideal for general instrument or vocal capturing.
- Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser The M3 is capable of either 24-48V phantom power or internal 9V alkaline battery.
- Cardioid Polar Pattern The cardioid polar pattern reduces off-axis noise and maximizes gain.
- 10dB and -20dB Pad Switch A three position Pad switch maximizes headroom up to -10dB and -20dB.
- High Pass Filter A high pass filter switch eliminates noise and hum at the lower frequency range.
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detailed specifications
| Mounting Options | |
| Type of Microphone | Handheld Microphone |
| Impedance | Analog Inputs: +4, -2, -8, -14, -20, -26, -32, -38, -44, -50, -56, -62dBu 3.5mm Input: -7.5, -21, -26dBu |
| Number of Simultaneous Systems | No |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 73dB SPL (per IEC651) |
| Maximum Input Power | 142dB (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1k ohm load) |
| Mute Switch | No |
| Power Requirements | 1.6mA (battery)/6.5mA (48V Phantom Power) |
| # Of Channels | No |
| Overall Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz |
| Antenna Type | No |
| Frequency Range | No |
microphone specifications
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
physical specifications
| Weight | 13.40 oz (380g) |
-Rode M3 Multi-Powered Cardioid Condenser Microphone
-RM3 Microphone Clip
-Windscreen
-Carrying Case
-10 Year Warranty
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