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.
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
Specifications
Acoustic & Electrical
| 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 |
Mechanical
| Dimensions (mm) |
Height: 225 |
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Width: 33 |
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Depth: 33 |
| Weight (g) |
390 |
