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

SPECS:

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
Output Connection: XLR
Power Requirements: 9V battery, P24 or P48

Rode M3 End-address Condenser Microphone