Rode M5 Compact 1/2″ Condenser Microphone

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Each of this matched pair of Rode M5 Compact 1/2″ Condenser Microphones from Rode features a cardioid polar pattern, an all-metal body, active electronics, and a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response. This permanently polarized condenser mic can be used in several environments including stage, theater, studio, and home applications. It is well-suited for instruments, choirs, or anywhere you would employ a small-diaphragm condenser microphone.

The matched pair has been carefully selected to ensure a variation of no more than 1 dB sensitivity between the microphones. The M5 is finished with Rode’s ceramic coating, which offers a sleek matte-black finish. WS5 windshields and RM5 stand mounts are included.

Rode M5 Key Features

• 1/2″ Capsule with Gold-Plated Membrane
• Cardioid Polar Pattern
• All-Metal Body
• Ultra-Low Noise
• Includes Microphone Clips
• Includes Windshields

Designed and made in Australia, the M5 is a compact ½” cardioid condenser microphone with low noise and a full frequency response. A result of many years’ experience building the award-winning NT5 microphone, RØDE has succeeded in making a high-quality ‘pencil’ style permanently polarized condenser that will impress even the most demanding of artists and engineers. Ideal for studio recording and live on stage, the M5 is equally at home on a range of acoustic instruments, choirs, or anywhere you would employ a small diaphragm condenser microphone, either individually or as a stereo array. This matched pair has been carefully selected to ensure a variation of no more than 1dB sensitivity between the microphones. A premium foiled certificate is supplied to verify the authenticity of the pair. The M5 is finished with RØDE’s proprietary ceramic coating which offers a sleek matt black finish, and is supplied with WS5 windshields and RM5 stand mounts.

IN THE BOX:

• 2 x M5 Compact 1/2″ Condenser Microphone
• 2 x RM5 Durable Microphone Clip
• 2 x WS5 Pop Filter/Wind Shield

ACOUSTIC & ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Acoustic Principle	Pressure Gradient
Active Electronics	JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
Polar Pattern
Frequency Range	20Hz ~ 20kHz
Output Impedance	200Ω
Equivalent Noise	19 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)
Maximum Output Level	+13.5 dBu
Sensitivity	-34 dB re 1V/Pa (20mV @ 94 dB SPL) ± 2dB @ 1kHz
Dynamic Range	121 dB SPL
Maximum SPL	140 dB SPL
Signal to noise Ratio	75 dBA SPL (as per IEC651)
Power Requirements	24V phantom power 48V phantom power
Output Connection	3 Pin XLR Balanced output between pin 2 (+), pin 3 (-) and pin 1 (ground)

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Weight (g)	80.00g
Dimensions	100.00mmH x 20.00mmW x 20.00mmD

COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES

• DS1 Desktop Microphone Stand
• RM5 Durable Microphone Clip
• SM3 Camera Shoe Shock Mount
• SM4 Boompole/Mic Stand Shock Mount
• SM5 Camera Ring-Clamp Shock Mount
• WS5 Pop Filter/Wind Shield
• WS8 Deluxe Wind Shield
• Stereo Bar 20cm stereo array spacing bar