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Rode M5

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User ratings:
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3.8 out of 5
61 user ratings
5 stars
36 %
4 stars
24 %
3 stars
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2 stars
9 %
1 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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2 editorial reviews
Making quality stereo recordings has never been cheaper, thanks to the launch of Rode's new M5 mic set.Read more
There are many reviews of the Australian RØDE M5 microphone, but all for instrumental or choral applications. That’s why I decided to try it for more typical voice/vocal use for radio/TV and audiobooks. I love the results, especially when combining with a “foreign” accessory, the enormous Shure A81WS windscreen/pop filter which has been used for [...]Read More... from Hybrid review: RØDE M5 microphone with a “foreign” accessory for voice/vocalRead more
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Pros

  • tonal balance very good
  • durable and attractive
  • this mic performs admirably with vocals

Cons

  • There are no pads or filter switches on the mic
  • no plastic storage pouch
  • the mic only picks up sound from the front

Key specs

  • Studio microphone
  • Wired
  • 200 Ω
  • -34 dB
  • 20, 20000 Hz

Rode M5 - Pros & Cons

Rode M5

Pros

  • tonal balance very good
  • durable and attractive
  • this mic performs admirably with vocals
  • design
  • features
  • and performance of the package
  • superb quality and goes beyond the surface layer
  • durable and appealing
  • this mic works great for vocals
  • M5 is also perfect for recording choir or group vocals
  • The M5 is also excellent for drum recording

Cons

  • There are no pads or filter switches on the mic
  • no plastic storage pouch
  • the mic only picks up sound from the front
  • substantially heavier than the other two below

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Rode M5 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Microphone typeStudio microphone
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Connectivity
Connectivity technologyWired
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Recording quality
Input impedance200.0 Ω
Sensitivity-34.0 dB
Frequency range20 - 20000
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Dimensions
Height0.79 in
Depth3.94 in
Weight2.82 oz

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