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Silver cylindrical shotgun microphone with matte finish and interference tube grille

RODE Microphone

RODE Microphone NTG3 Super-Cardioid Condenser Microphone Silver

SKU CH-D18M-A6WWZ

Professional shotgun microphone with RF rejection and moisture-resistant construction for broadcast and outdoor recording

  • Ideal for indie films, TV and documentaries
  • Moisture-resistant construction withstands humid and adverse outdoor conditions
  • RF-rejection circuitry blocks interference from radio antennas, Wi-Fi networks and power lines
  • Low-noise circuitry with high sensitivity captures pristine audio while requiring less gain
  • Supercardioid line-plus-gradient pickup provides accurate directional audio capture

Professional Shotgun Microphone for Broadcast

The Rode NTG3 is a super-cardioid condenser microphone designed for indie films, television and documentary production. Its directional line-plus-gradient pickup pattern captures focused audio while rejecting off-axis sound. The microphone operates on standard phantom power and features no onboard controls for simplified operation in the field.

RF Rejection and Weather Resistance

Enhanced immunity to radio-frequency interference prevents noise from nearby antennas, Wi-Fi networks and power lines. The construction withstands adverse weather and humid conditions for reliable outdoor ENG use. Low-noise circuitry and high sensitivity reduce the need for excessive preamp gain, maintaining a clean signal chain.

Super-Cardioid Polar Pattern Decides Suitability

The tight super-cardioid pickup is the single specification that determines if this microphone fits the application. It excels at isolating a subject on a boom pole but is not suited for buyers who need a wider pickup for round-table discussions or ambient immersion.

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Price $559.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 638 comparable items (median $58.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I mount the NTG3 and what mistake should I avoid?

Mount it on a boom pole or stand using the supplied SM3 shock mount and PG2-R pistol grip; the common error is forgetting to engage phantom power on the mixer or recorder, which the microphone requires to operate.

What maintenance will the NTG3 need over time?

The moisture-resistant design reduces internal corrosion, so routine care is limited to wiping the grille and checking the XLR connector for debris; no user-serviceable parts or scheduled replacements are required.

What limit appears first during long recording sessions?

The microphone draws 3.5 mA of phantom power, so the practical limit is the recorder or mixer’s phantom supply capacity; battery-powered interfaces may exhaust their cells before the NTG3 itself shows any performance drop.

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