Product Overview
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
24 - 48V Phantom Powered
9V Internal Battery Powered
Cardioid Polar Pattern
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.
Specs
| Transducer | Permanently polarized condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 121dB (per IEC651) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 73dB SPL (per IEC651) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 142dB (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1k ohm load) |
| Power Requirements | 1.6mA (battery)/6.5mA (48V Phantom Power) |
| Output Impedance | 200 ohms |
| Output Connectors | 3-pin XLR |
| Pad | -10dB and -20dB |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | High Pass Filter |
| Dimensions (LxDiameter) | 1.29 x 8.85" (33 x 225mm) |
| Weight | 13.40 oz (380g) |
