RODE Microphones M3 User Manual

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- 10 -L.E.D. SINGLE FLASH – When the L.E.D. fl ashes (illuminates for around one second), the battery power is ‘good’. This indicates that the micropho

- 11 -0dB selected fi rst and assess the sound quality before making further adjustments. Figure 7 - PAD switch selectionThe M3 has been designed with

- 12 -Mounting the M3A stand mount clip (RM3) is included with your M3 and should be used to connect the M3 fi rmly and safely to a stable microphone s

- 13 -Now that you have the M3 securely fastened to a mic stand or tripod, and the audio output XLR connected, you are ready to fi ne tune your setup.1

- 14 -The best way to assess your recording environment is to listen to the sound you wish to record acoustically fi rst. Remember that no amount of EQ

- 15 -Care and Maintenance1. Like all electret condenser microphones, the M3 should be kept dry at all times. The capsule will be potentially subject

- 16 -Warranty*All products are warranted for one year from date of purchase. You can extend that to a full ten years if you register online at www.

- 2 -IntroductionCongratulations on purchasing the M3 microphone.The M3 was created to allow you to achieve the very best results from both live per

- 3 -Specifi cationsAcoustic Principle:Permanently Polarised CondenserDirectional Pattern:CardioidFrequency Range:40Hz ~ 20,000Hzselectable High Pass F

- 4 -Specifi cationsFrequency ResponsePolar Responses• Heavy duty metal body• Internal capsule shock mount• High level of RF rejection• Switched hi

- 5 -ContentsM3 MicrophonePop Shield RM3 Mic ClipCarry CasePowering the M3The M3 is suitable for a wide range of applications. Recording, stage, and

- 6 -To connect an XLR cable;1. Before you connect your mic, ensure that the XLR cable you are using is wired correctly to match the output pins on t

- 7 -Battery power (9 volt)If phantom power is not available on your equipment, you will need to use battery power. To use battery power, a 9 Volt (PP

- 8 -Figure 4 - Inserting the battery4. Push the battery into place so that it is parallel with the top of the cavity. Secure the battery in place by

- 9 -Operating the M3The M3 may be connected to a mixer (recording or live), and battery power will only be required if the mixer does not have an in-