No phantom power no problem!

Another cost-effective winner from RODE!
Stylish and modern, the M3 represents RODE's outstanding microphone technology and their continuation of bang-for-the-buck thinking. Built for studio, stage, and location work, the M3 is made from only the finest components, and delivers the sonic results demanded by engineers and musicians alike - and at a price that makes the M3 attainable by anyone. A permanently polarized condenser microphone, the M3 can be powered via its internal battery or by external phantom power. Its low self-noise, high fidelity performance, and value pricing make the M3 hard to beat. 

RODE M3 Condenser Microphone at a Glance:

• Great for both studio and location work
• Permanently polarized condenser design with ultra-low noise
• Sturdy and versatile for your toughest gigs!

Great for both studio and location work
Stylish and modern, the M3 is a studio and location workhorse. With both 48V phantom and internal 9V battery operation, this RODE is at home anywhere.

Permanently polarized condenser design with ultra-low noise
The versatile M3 can be handheld or stand mounted microphone depending on your needs. It incorporates a true permanently polarized condenser (cardioid polar response) transducer with an ultra-low noise electronic circuit that has a high immunity to R.F. interference. An end address condenser microphone, the M3 features a heavy-duty metal body, category leading low self-noise, three stage pad(0, 10dB, 20dB), a battery status LED, and a high-pass filter.

Sturdy and versatile for your toughest gigs!
The RODE M3 incorporates a rugged welded and heat-treated mesh head and all metal body. An internal capsule shock mounting system keeps handling noise down. The M3 also comes complete with windshield and a stand mount.

RODE M3 Condenser Microphone Features:

• Acoustic principle: Permanently polarized condenser
• Directional pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency range: 40Hz-20kHz
• Output impedance: 200 ohms
• Signal noise ratio: 73dB SPL (per IEC651)
• Equivalent 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 iec 651: 121dB (per IEC651)
• Power supply voltage: 1.6mA (battery)/6.5mA (48V Phantom Power)
• Battery life: >200 hours
• Output connection: 3 pin XLR
• Complete with windshield and a stand mount

The RODE M3 Condenser Microphone fits into almost any studio situation!