Review Summary
2023-04-06T12:04:51
I compared this mic in a shootout with a NTG-2 in a series of 11 interviews in a corporate setting. The NTG-2 sounded a bit harsh in the upper mids, and in general just felt very inconsistent with how it handed voices from person to person. The NTG-3 felt a lot more consistent, had a stronger bottom end, smoother midrange, great clarity in the high end, and stronger cancelation with high end roll off on room tone.
Chris L.
2020-11-26T07:03:37
amazing microphone with stunning sound
HOANG P.
2020-06-12T10:43:25
Good stuff, as promoted
STEVF S.
2019-05-28T08:58:31
Good stuff
PATRICK T.
2019-05-28T08:57:51
Good stuff
PATRICK T.
2019-03-08T03:46:15
Can’t say enough great things about the quality of this mic. The bundle is a great deal, too. Save money with this bundle because you will need all these components unles you already have them.
NATHAN S.
2017-04-06T12:39:08
Great kit buy. parts do ship separately
SHAWN M.
P48 (48V) phantom supply
Line Gradient
Super Cardioid
40 Hz - 20 kHz
25O
81 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
13 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
130dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KO load)
8.2dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KO load)
-30 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (31.6 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
255mmH x 19mmW x 19mmD
163gm
Rode 10 years warranty

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The Rode NTG-3 Uses a technology known as RF-bias. The Rode NTG-3 is almost completely resistant to moisture, making it the only option when recording in any demanding environments where condensation is an issue. In addition to its robust properties the NTG-3 combines very low weight (163g), a durable anti-glare finish and incredibly low handling and self-noise (13dBA) to become Rode's premier A/V microphone.
When not in use the NTG-3 can be stored away in the included weather resistant aluminum storage cylinder, providing additional protection when travelling and storing the microphone.