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RØDE NTG3
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RØDE NTG3

RF-biased condenser shotgun (line gradient), supercardioid, for boom and camera; resistant to moisture

Type
Condenser
Pattern
Supercardioid
Sensitivity
−30 dBV/Pa
Self-noise
13 dB(A)
Max SPL
130 dB SPL
Impedance
25 Ω
Rated range
40 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 2. Titled "Frequency Response"; axis "dB re 1 V/Pa", but 0 dB at 1 kHz, so relative. Distance and room not stated. Solid red line.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the spec sheet, p. 2. Titled "Polar Pattern"; 500, 1000 and 4000 Hz; rings every 2 dB from +5 to -24, scale marked +5.0 to -25.0. Measuring conditions not stated.

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From the spec sheet
Sensitivity−30 dBV/Pa (31.6 mV/Pa), 1 kHz, ±2 dB. "-30dB ±2dB re 1V/Pa @ 1kHz".p. 1
Self-noise13 dB(A), A-weighted, per IEC 651. "Equivalent Noise (A-weighted): 13dBA SPL"; "per IEC651" from the 2009 datasheet.
Signal-to-noise ratio81 dB, A-weighted, per IEC 651. "Signal/Noise (A-weighted): 81dB"; "per IEC651" from the 2009 datasheet.
Dynamic range117 dB, per IEC 651. "117dB (per IEC651)".
Output impedance25 ohm. "Nominal impedance: 25Ω".
Rated frequency range40 Hz to 20 kHz. "Frequency Range: 40Hz ~ 20,000Hz".
Poweringphantom P48 (44-52 V, at least 5 mA). "48V Phantom Power (44-52V min 5mA)".
ConnectorXLR-3 male. "3 pin XLR, balanced output between Pin 2 (+), Pin 3 (-) and Pin 1 (ground)".
Weight163 g. "Weight (grams): 163"; "Net Weight: 163g" in the manual.p. 2
Dimensions19 × 255 mm. "W 19, H 255"; stored as diameter × length.
Finishsatin nickel or matte black. "Available in satin-nickel or matte black finish". The 2009 manual mentions an "anti-glare finish".p. 1
Supplied accessoriesfoam windshield; RM5 mic clip; aluminium storage cylinder; ZP2 zip pouch. "What's in the box: 1 x NTG3, 1 x Windshield, 1 x RM5, 1 x Storage Cylinder, 1 x ZP2". The 2009 manual names them WSNTG3 and RCNTG3.p. 2
Acoustic principleLine gradientp. 1
MoistureRF bias makes it highly resistant to moisture and condensation, for outdoor work in adverse conditions
Applications (RØDE)Broadcast, film and location sound on a boom or camera; voice-over
From the manual (Recording Hacks copy)
RF interferenceCustom XLR connector designed to reduce susceptibility to RF from devices such as mobile phonesp. 6
Side slotsThe slots along the body must not be covered by a clip or mount: it changes the sound and the pattern
Pattern (RØDE)Tailored slightly wider, so more forgiving to aim, than comparable shotgun micsp. 7
Storage cylinderWeather-resistant aluminium anti-roll cylinder; not to be immersed
From the product page
Capsule1/2 inch condenser capsule, RF-biased, behind a slotted interference tube. "Capsule: 0.50\""; "Active Electronics: RF Bias".p. 1
AddressEnd
From the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy)
Max SPL130 dB SPL, 1 kHz, 1% THD into 1 kohm. "130dB (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1kΩ load)"; the current datasheet gives "130dB (@ 1kHz)".p. 1
Max. output+8.2 dBu (1% THD into 1 kohm)
From the quick guide
Made inAustraliap. 5

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