To better serve my clients I have added a 2nd high quality shotgun microphone to my kit the Rode NTG-3. This microphone was chosen due to its robust construction, high resistance to RF interference and ability to operate in high humidity conditions. It also In addition to the Rode NTG-3 microphone Pro Location Sound LLC also has the Industry Standard Sennheiser MKH-416 as well as Rode NTG-1 and Rode NTG-2. As always having the best and most up to date gear is our number one prioirty. I will post a review of the RODE NTG-3 after using it. Below is what RODE Says about the NTG-3:
The NTG-3 is the result of years of research and development by RODE engineers, providing broadcast and film professionals with an affordable yet uncompromising microphone.
RODE uses a technology known as RF-bias to create an almost completely moisture resistant microphone. In addition to capturing flawless audio in normal environments, the NTG-3 is ideal for those projects involving humid climates where condensation is an issue.
At 5.75 ounces, the NTG-3 is very lightweight and also boasts extremely low handling and self-noise (13dBA). Included with the microphone is a weather resistant aluminum storage cylinder for protection when traveling.
Rode offers a 10 year warranty on this microphone when registered on the Rode website.
Features
- Designed to withstand adverse environmental conditions
- 50% less self-noise than the majority of shotgun microphone
- True condenser (externally RF biased)
- Extremely low handling noise
- High level of immunity to radio frequency broadcast
- Superior broadcast sound quality
- Weather resistant aluminum storage cylinder included
Specifications
Power: | P48 (48V) phantom supply |
Acoustic Principle: | Line Gradient |
Directional Pattern: | Super Cardioid |
Frequency range: | 40 Hz – 20 kHz |
Output impedance: | 25Ω |
Signal noise ratio: | 81 dB SPL (A – weighted per IEC651) |
Equivalent noise: | 13 dB SPL (A – weighted per IEC651) |
Maximum SPL: | 130dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load) |
Maximum output voltage: | 8.2dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load) |
Sensitivity: | -30 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (31.6 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz |
Weight: | 163gm |
Dimensions: | 255mmH x 19mmW x 19mmD |
Looking forward to your review of the NTG3. I’ll be picking one up soon!
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