M3 : Finally replaced my C1000 and very happy

8 years ago

For many years I used without fail a C1000 for all sorts of recording (acoustic instruments) and was very happy. After an 'incident' it was time to replace it. I was not sure whether to go for a newer Version of the C1000 or the Rode M3, but very happy I went for the Rode.

It is built like a brick and soundwise, I actually prefer it to the C1000, to my ears it has a fuller more transparent sound. It handles vibration well, but ditch the mic clip for a nice shock-mount clamp.

All in all very nice mic. I might even get another.

Image Rode M3

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Rode
  • Released in 2007
  • Average price : $104
  • Weight : 360g
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