The R0DE M3 is an extremely versatile multi-powered condenser microphone for studio and location applications.
The M3 delivers the goods wherever a low-noise wide-response cardioid condenser microphone is demanded.

One of the key features of the M3 is that it has been designed with a switchable PAD and high pass filter, which gives you greater control of the sound source. An end address condenser microphone, the M3 features a heavy-duty metal body, category leading low self-noise, three stage PAD (O, -10db, -20db), a battery status LED and a High Pass Filter. It is battery operated to allow versatility with locations as well as being manufactured in a sleek contemporary black design.

The M3 also comes complete with windshield and a stand mount, and can be powered via a 9V battery or 24-48V phantom power.

RODE M3 Features

• Heavy duty metal body
• Internal capsule shock mount
• High level of RF rejection
• Switched high pass filter @ 80Hz-12dB/Oct (-10 and -20dB PAD)
• Low handling noise
• Heat treated high-strength mesh head
• Battery status indicator
• 9V Battery Power and 24 - 48V phantom power
• Popshield and RM3 Mic Clip included
• Designed and manufactured in Australia
• Full 10 year warranty

RODE M3 Specifications

• Acoustic Principle: Permanently polarized condenser
• Directional Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 40Hz ~ 20kHz
• Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
• Signal to Noise Ratio (DIN IEC651): 73dB SPL (per IEC651)
• Equvalent Noise: 21dbA SPL (a - weighted per IEC651)
• Maximum SPL: 142dB (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1kOhm load)
• Sensitivity: -40dB+/-3dB re 1V/Pa @ 1kHz (6.3mV/Pa @ 94db SPL)
• Dynamic Range (DIN IEC651): 121dB (per IEC651)
• Power Supply Voltage: 1.6mA (battery)/6.5mA (48V Phantom Power)
• Battery Life: >200 hours
• Output Connection: 3 pin XLR
• Weight without Battery: 390g