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RODE M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone (Matched Pair)

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RODE M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone (Matched Pair)
Key Features
  • 1/2" Capsule with Gold-Plated Membrane
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern
  • All-Metal Body
  • Ultra-Low Noise
Each of this matched pair of 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.
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RODE M5 Overview

Each of this matched pair of 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.

This matched pair has been carefully selected to ensure a variation of no more than 1 dB sensitivity between the microphones
Ceramic coating with matte-black finish
1/2" capsule with gold-plated membrane
Cardioid polar pattern
All-metal body
Ultra-low noise
UPC: 698813003143

RODE M5 Specs

Key Specs
Element Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
140 dB SPL Peak
Microphone
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Pressure Gradient
Element Type
Condenser
Diaphragm
0.5" / 12.70 mm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Performance
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
140 dB SPL Peak
Impedance
200 Ohms
Sensitivity
-34 dB at 1 kHz
Equivalent Noise Level
19 dB A-Weighted
Power
Operating Voltage
24 V
48 V
Physical
Dimensions
ø: 0.79 x L: 3.94" / ø: 20 x L: 100 mm
Weight
2.82 oz / 80 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.34 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.55 x 6.35 x 3.35"

RODE M5 Reviews

Good for mic-ing a mass of children

By Stephen
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-14

We bought these for our church to mic a 100 kid choir. Worked well!

Great mic set, very good value

By Robert
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-09

Great mic set, very good value

Sounds great

By Eamonn
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-31

Clean detailed sound.

Rode 5 Microphones

By Gary
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-24

These Rode M5 compact microphones are way more than awesome!! They are not what I expected but they were much much more. I just received them last week and have already used them on a filming job of a choir. When I did a run thru very first time with the choir last Thursday I had my headphones on just making the necessary audio adjustments and my other videographer on camera #2 looked at me from across the room where he was running his camera and said Looks like you are happy about something!! I bet it's those new Rode mics!! Never seen you with a smile like that in a long time!!! I just gave him a thumbs up and was totally way overwhelmed. The sound is what I would expect from a $2,000 plus microphone. Anyway, this is a MUST BUY and you probably better buy quickly from B&H because the pricing on this won't stay this cheap for long.

Excellent for acoustic music recordings

By Hyurk
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-14

Used for violin solos and string quartet recordings with XY stereo technique, connected to Zoom H6 so far. Base noise is low, and high frequency pick up is impressive. For the price, it is a great deal. Highly recommended.

Insane Buzzing In Both Mics

By Kodlee
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2021-05-30

I unboxed and plugged these mics in to test quality and found that starting at the 2KHz range, at intervals of 1KHz all the way up to 15KHz+, there was a very loud buzzing that would fade in and out. I reached out to both B&H to return, but they said that after warranty was registered, they could do nothing. Then I reached out to RODE via the warranty contact as well as their USA store point of contact 2 weeks ago, and haven't heard a response. This has been a horrible experience. Note: for testing, I isolated the issue to the mics as I was able to successfully use different mics with the same interface and cables without said buzzing. Additionally, I tried the mics on two independent interfaces, and was able to repro the issue.

good pickup of organ sound

By Marilyn
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-03

They pick up the sound beautifully.

Love them!

By Jeanne
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-01

Small , light weight as well as affordable. But the best part of my purchase was the patient sales fellow who took me item by item through my list of equipment - adding his thoughts and suggestions. He was exactly what I failed to get at a competitor. Thanks so much for making it both an easy and educational experience.

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Date published: 2018-08-25

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Are these mics worth purchasing for large group interviews, such as interviewing an 8 piece party band? Looking to capture superb sound on a budget.
Asked by: Ryan
These would not be the best choice for interviews. Please contact us via telephone or via e-mail so we can learn more details regarding your projects/applications. 800.606.6969 / 212.444.6615 [email protected]
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Date published: 2019-01-11

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Can these mics be used for dialogue (indoor) in a low budget film?
Asked by: rayvonn b.
I haven't used these pics for dialogue, however, I did use them to record a performance on my Yamaha grand piano and found them to be very accurate and warm. As such, I feel they would work very well for dialogue.
Answered by: Stephen A.
Date published: 2022-03-05
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