The Rode M3 Multi Powered condenser microphone offers interchangeable cardioid/omni capsules, selectable PAD and high‑pass filter, with full specifications.
The M3 Multi Powered 3/4” condenser microphone features an externally biased condenser, gold‑sputtered 1/2” capsule, and interchangeable cardioid or omni capsules. It provides three‑position PAD (0 dB, –10 dB, –20 dB) and three‑position high‑pass filter (flat, 75 Hz, 150 Hz) for flexible recording.
The microphone includes a heavy‑duty satin‑nickel plated body, surface‑mount circuitry, and a 3‑pin XLR balanced output. It ships as a single unit (450 g) or as a certified matched pair, comes with accessories such as the RM5 clip and NT45‑O omni capsule head, and carries a 10‑year warranty.
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz‑20 kHz (with selectable HPF) |
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| Sensitivity | -38 dB re 1 V/Pa (12 mV @ 94 dB SPL) ±2 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Output Impedance | 100 Ω |
| Dimensions | Length 145 mm, Diameter 20 mm |
| Output Connection | 3‑pin XLR balanced |
| Shipping Weight (single) | 450 g |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid or Omni (interchangeable capsules) |
| PAD Positions | 0 dB, –10 dB, –20 dB |
| High‑Pass Filter Positions | Flat, 75 Hz, 150 Hz |
It can be set to cardioid or omni pattern using interchangeable capsules.
The microphone offers three PAD positions: 0 dB, –10 dB, and –20 dB.
The frequency range is 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a selectable high‑pass filter.