Audix OM3 Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Description
Audix OM3 Dynamic Vocal Microphone
The OM3 is a compact, solidly built dynamic microphone that sits balanced and controlled in your hand, with reassuring weight and professional construction that speaks to years of gigging reliability. This vocal-focused instrument delivers a crisp, articulate midrange that cuts through dense mixes on stage while maintaining warmth and presence—equally effective on intimate acoustic performances or driving rock and pop applications. The tight hypercardioid pattern provides excellent feedback rejection and off-axis coloration control, allowing natural movement around the mic during performance without sacrificing definition or picking up room noise.
Design & Build Quality
The OM3 features a zinc alloy housing with black e-coat finish and a steel mesh grille equipped with internal blast filtering for durability and plosive control. At 176 mm tall and weighing 307 grams, the mic balances professional construction with manageable size for both studio and live environments.
Audio Performance
A VLM Type B capsule drives the OM3's frequency response from 50 Hz to 18 kHz, capturing full vocal presence without proximity coloration issues. The hypercardioid polar pattern delivers greater than 25 dB off-axis rejection, while maximum SPL capability of 144 dB ensures clean handling of both dynamic vocalists and louder sources without distortion.
Key Features
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 18 kHz
- Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid with >25 dB off-axis rejection
- Sensitivity: 1.6 mV / Pa @ 1 kHz
- Maximum SPL: ≥144 dB
- Output Impedance: 290 Ω
- VLM Type B Capsule
- Zinc Alloy Housing with Black E-coat Finish
- Steel Mesh Grille with Internal Blast Filtering
- XLR 3-pin Male Connector
- Includes Microphone Clip (MC1) and Carrying Pouch (P1)
- No External Power Required
- Weight: 307 g / 10.8 oz
The OM3 stands as a reliable, articulate vocal microphone built for the road—delivering clarity and punch across genres without compromise.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Audix OM3 is a compact, solidly built dynamic vocal microphone with a crisp midrange and articulate presence that cuts through live mixes while rejecting feedback. Its tight hypercardioid pattern and warm body make it equally at home on rock and pop stages or intimate acoustic performances, with reliable 144 dB max SPL handling for aggressive vocalists. Built tough with a zinc alloy housing and internal blast filtering, the OM3 delivers professional clarity and punch without the price tag of larger-format condensers.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Vocal Recording
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Pop
Not the best pick for
- – Ambient Recording
- – Classical Vocals
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the OM3 and a large-diaphragm condenser for vocal recording?
The OM3 is a dynamic microphone with a small diaphragm and hypercardioid pattern, making it excel at rejecting room noise and feedback—ideal for live stages and less-treated rooms. Large-diaphragm condensers are more sensitive and capture detailed ambience, but the OM3's tight off-axis rejection and built-in proximity control make it a better fit for isolation-focused studio work and high-SPL sources.
Will the OM3 work for rock, pop, and acoustic vocals?
Yes. The OM3's crisp midrange and articulate presence cut through dense rock and pop mixes, while its warm body and low proximity coloration translate well to intimate acoustic performances. Its 50 Hz–18 kHz response and 144 dB max SPL handle everything from soft singing to aggressive belting without distortion.
How does the hypercardioid pattern help during live performance?
The hypercardioid pattern provides greater than 25 dB off-axis rejection, meaning it picks up sound primarily from the front and sides while rejecting feedback from monitors and room reflections. This tight control lets vocalists move naturally around the mic without losing definition or accidentally picking up drum kits, guitars, and other stage noise.
What's included with the OM3?
The OM3 ships with a microphone clip (MC1), a carrying pouch (P1), and an XLR 3-pin male connector. It requires no external power and is ready to use with any standard mic stand or boom arm.