The black Isomax 2 All-Purpose Microphone, Standard Gain with TA3F Connector for Audix B60 Wireless Transmitters from Countryman features a frequency-independent capsule that delivers tight pattern control as an all-around instrument microphone. It can be used to capture audio in sound reinforcement applications for saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, acoustic guitar, flute, piano, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Isomax 2 is built with exceptional gain before feedback and excellent rejection of the surrounding environment. It is lightweight, easy to use, and is designed to handle very-high sound pressure levels. It is supplied with a foam windscreen, basic clip, and carrying case. In addition, the 5' cable is permanently attached to the mic and terminates to a TA3F connector for direct connection to Audix B60 wireless bodypack transmitters.

Hypercardioid Polar Pattern    For Instruments and Sound Reinforcement    Natural On-/Off-Axis Frequency Response    For Uncolored Recordings    Reduced Feedback Issues

Inside or outside musical instruments, placed on or hung over stages, and hidden in sets for theater, motion pictures, and TV, the mic can also be used as an audience mic or stage floor mic.

The microphone is sleek, small, and lightweight and will not distract the instrumentalist or the public. It is easy to hang without scaffolding, which eliminates the risk of bulky equipment falling on performers.

Very-low distortion at high SPL levels encountered inside instruments. It offers an uncolored and clean sound with a superflat frequency response.

The hypercardioid polar pattern has a narrower pickup pattern in its front than the cardioid polar pattern. It offers better rejection to ambient noise and the working distance is about twice that of the omni polar pattern. The hypercardioid has a small “pickup lobe” directly behind the microphone and exhibits maximum rejection areas behind and to the sides (about 60 degrees away from the rear of the microphone on either side) of the mic. The hypercardioid pattern works best when the loudest unwanted sounds—like speakers—can be positioned in these nulls.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. sennhiser mkh 416 vs this?

A: Both great mics! I have 2 NTG3's and what I love about them are they have a little wider pick up pattern the MKH 416 so If I need to mic 2 people it's easier. It's a great sounding Mic that I've put through every shooting scenario and it keeps on ticking!

Q: 2. How well does the Rode NTG3 pair with the Tascam Dr-701D or Dr-70D? Is the quality of the results great to justify buying it or would I be better off getting an Audio Technica mic?

A: The NTG3 will pair well with either recorder. It is more a question of whether your project, style, or budget is suited/comfortable with this microphone. That said, Audio-Technica offers comparable microphones at a similar price point.

Q: 3. If you're buying your Mic today would you get the NTG3, the MKH 416 or something else?

A: When comparing microphones, you need to find the one that best suits your particular needs and budget. The specifications for frequency response, maximum sound pressure level, and equivalent noise level are the same for the RODE NTG3 Shotgun Microphone and the Sennheiser MKH 416 Shotgun Microphone. The MKH 416 is slightly more sensitive at -32 dBV/Pa than the NTG3, which is rated at -30 dBV/Pa. The NTG3 has a supercardioid pickup pattern, and the MKH 416 has a supercardioid pickup pattern in the low to midrange frequencies and transitions to a lobar pickup pattern in the high frequencies. The specs for off-axis rejection differ a bit, with the NTG3 rated at 8 dB at 60°, 18 dB at 120°, and 17 dB at 180°, and the MKH 416 rated at 3 dB at 60°, 20 dB at 120°, and 15 dB at 180°. There are also differences in the warranties, with Sennheiser offering a two-year warranty and RODE offering a one-year warranty with an extension to 10 years with registration on RODE's website. Both mics are moisture-resistant, which makes them well-suited for outdoor use, and both mics are also popular choices for film and TV applications. As price can also be a factor for consideration, the MKH 416 is notably more expensive. To make a purchasing decision, the best thing to do is to listen to both mics side by side, as well as any other mics that may be of interest. If you are unable to perform your own hands-on testing with a camera or recorder, a good alternative is to look for side-by-side comparisons posted on YouTube or user forums where others have documented their experience while performing these types of tests. Although it’s not the same as being able to test them yourself, it can help provide more insight on the capabilities of different models and how they compare to each other. B&H offers a 30-day policy for returns, which gives you the option of ordering different microphones so you can test them on your own and decide what works best for your applications. You can then send back the items that you don’t wish to keep for a refund. Just be sure to save all of the original manufacturer’s packaging and literature, and don’t register the warranty until you are certain that you want to keep the item. Please feel free to contact us by phone or through live chat on the website if you have additional questions or if you would like further assistance, and we will be happy to help.

Q: 4. Is there a big sound quality difference between the NTG2 vs. the NTG3?

A: There are certainly marked differences that warrant the wide price differences. The NTG3 is designed for the broadcast or film professional and is well suited for outdoor use. That said, the NTG2 is an excellent entry level shotgun and serves well for wedding and event videography as well. ------------- NOTE:-----------------The microphone features radio-frequency (RF) interference properties that avoid annoying noise and interference caused by nearby RF sources such as radio antennas, WiFi networks, internet devices, power lines, etc. The microphone is also built to withstand the rigors of adverse weather conditions.Of course special attention is paid to the accurate, directional pickup characteristics and its frequency response, sensitivity and low noise floor, which result in pristine audio quality. The NTG3 shotgun microphone is an ideal solution for outdoor ENG and studio applications.

Q: 5. HOW DO I NEED FOR CONNECT RODE NTG3 WITH RED KOMODO?

A: Because the Rode NTG3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone requires phantom power from its input connection, it will not connect to and work directly with the 3.5mm audio input on the RED DIGITAL CINEMA KOMODO 6K Digital Cinema Camera. An external adapter offering phantom power such as the Beachtek DXA-MAX 2-Channel Active Audio Adapter (BH #BEDXAMAX) would work to power the NTG-3 and pass its signal into the KOMODO.

Q: 6. Would this work with a canon c200?

A: This will work with the XLR inputs on the C200.

Q: 7. How does the NTG3 work as a handheld interview mic out on the field?

A: The short answer here is, not typically. I say this because the NTG3 is a very directional, supercardioid microphone. What this means is, it is designed more for isolating at various distances and not so much for direct, close audio. If you do use this microphone in tight you can also hear variations in the volume and sound. Handling noise would also be an issue.

Q: 8. Would this be an appropriate audio interface to hook up 2 XLR mics for recording instrument/piano to a dSLR/mirrorless camera via TRS 3.5 mm minijack? If so, with its own XY mic, can it be used as a 3 mic input? Knowing camera TRS mic input is only 2 channel stereo, would a 3rd mic be useless then? Sorry for the novice question.

A: This is a 6 channel recorder, Four XLR inputs plus the onboard stereo mic. You can connect the output to your camera and record the entire stereo mix to the camera, although you should still use the audio from the Zoom in your final cut.

Q: 9. Would this work for a canon c200? I know it needs phantom power and I am unsure if the c200 has phantom power.

A: Yes, the Rode NTG3B can be used with a Canon C200. The camera is capable of supplying +48V phantom power for the microphone.

Q: 10. If we add the +2-XLR capsule on top, will 6 channels show on the H6 display instead of 4?

A: The Zoom H6 would have the same channel display except the mics connected to the Zoom EXH-6 capsule will come up on the channels that are labeled 'XY' on the display.