Rode NTG-3 Precision RF-Biased Shotgun Microphone

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I have a Sennheiser ME-66 which is childs play compared to the Rode NTG-3 . The NTG-3 minimizes HVAC and room noise and sound incredible. It is as good as a lav if not better. Very rich sound. I would highly recommend this mic.

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Used for Interviews and works great

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Better than expected
what a fantastic mic

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Bought this product to record business meetings and could not be happier with the product. It is clear when there is no background noise, captures voices very well and with little noise. Only downside is it's only phantom powered, otherwise is a great mic for it's price range.

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Top grade build quality. Broadcast quality sound. Even the protective tube that comes with the mic is built like a tank. Highly recommended.

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Haven't gotten a chance to use this much yet, but the quality is amazing...highly recommended!

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Works and sounds great

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I used two NTG-3 shotgun microphones for the first time for recording the sound tracks for a full orchestra video. My equipment was set up in the first row of the balcony (about 60 feet from the orchestra). The sound quality was exceptional and covered the full audio spectrum well. I wish I knew how to include a short sound clip in this review. It had wonderful attenuation of audiance noise (coughs, etc.).

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I purchased the NTG-3 primarily as a back-up mic should either of my Schoeps have issues on location with humidity. The NTG-3 is virtually impervious to humidity and adverse weather conditions. So when the going gets tough--weather wise--this is my insurance policy I will be able to complete the shoot. It's nearly identical to the Sennheiser 416, but with a more forgiving pattern. I would not say it is equal to the 416, but it is close enough in my book to do exactly what I need it to do. RODE also includes a great mic storage tube! Overall, a very solid mic at a really great price!

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While not as crisp and clean as the amazing 416, the more expensive alternative, you really get a bang for your buck with NTG.

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Great Sound from this low priced mic.. comes with nice strong protective case and is very durable. I think it's a must to have in your audio gear if you are amature to pro.

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I was looking for a shotgun mic for a video shoot with my Canon 5DMII for a Choral performance inside a large traditional church with a balcony in the rear and altar/stage in the front and 1,000 fixed seat capacity. The choir consisted of 200 singers along with a small orchestra situated on the stage. I wanted a mic that would be sensitive to picking up the performance from where I was perched on the first row balcony. The NTG-3 was mounted on top of the Canon 5D with a shock mount and connected to an Azden FM-42 mixer with phantom power turned on. The mixer was connected directly into the 5D onboard mic input. The audio results were outstanding way beyond what I was expecting. Glad not to have to use a separate recorder and synching in post.

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I use this product for video recording as well as for amplifying and recording a drum-set. It is important to get a clear sound, and with the NTG-3, you are basically assured to have quality/professional sound. I didn't mind the price because I was buying quality.

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I use the NTG-3 as part of a cinema kit that includes a Tascam DR-100 and a Canon 7D. No complaints. Sound is crystal clear, great for catching dialogue and ambient sound both.

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When I need perfect audio, this is the mic I turn to. I bought it in the kit, and I'm a filmmaker on a budget. This mic is going to be with me for a long time!

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I'm a film student at the University of Texas, I use this for my projects for classes, as well as my own personal projects. This is great for a student or even a professional, it picks up the sounds clearly, on a recent project I kept having to reassure my actors that I could hear their lines, which were supposed to be whispered, while I was across a large room. It is built to last, strong metal construction, able to handle anything you may put it through.
I have no complaints so far about this microphone, and I don't think I will ever have any.

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i bought this shot gun microphone after consulting with lot of professional sound guys. i used this for my own feature films to record dialogues and its very good.its equally good as a Sennheiser MKH 416
even better value for money.

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I can't say enough about the Rode NTG-3 Shotgun mike... If I was to recommend a shotgun mike for industrial use such as the type of work i do, I would not even hesitate to suggest this mike as your primary choice...Period!!

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This is my first pro level shotgun that replaced my Rode VideoMic. I filming largely dog agility sports indoor as well as outdoor. Although shotgun are not really directional by design, NTG 3 serve my purpose very well up to 150 feet away from my subject. Buy a Rode Blimp for [$] is a now brainer for someone waiting to invest in a good shotgun. Do it now. When my Blimp was delivered, its design, easy of use blew me away. I wonder how Rode make money for that price.... I will be testing NTG3 with its Blimp when weather is kind.

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I bought this mic for two reasons...1) field recording from boom pole, and 2) studio ADR recording. Not only does it do both extremely well, it also can be used as an alternative to "that other shotgun" mic they use out in L.A. for movie trailer announcers! Cuts through a mix when getting super close proximity, which isn't what it was designed for but, hey, it works.