Rode M5 Review

Compact 1/2" Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone

15,371 reviews
rode.com
Rode
  • 1/2" Capsule with Gold-Plated Membrane
  • Includes Windshields
  • Includes Microphone Clips
  • Ultra-Low Noise
  • All-Metal Body
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 15,371 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode M5. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the Rode M5. For example, 89% of 3,873 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Rode M5 have given positive feedback.

89%
Value for money
89% of users are satisfied, based on 3,873 reviews
83%
Sound quality
83% of users are satisfied, based on 2,275 reviews
84%
Durability
84% of users are satisfied, based on 1,443 reviews
84%
Sturdiness
84% of users are satisfied, based on 855 reviews
92%
Versatility
92% of users are satisfied, based on 855 reviews
Average Rating (15,371 ratings)
94%
Amazon.fr ( 873 ratings )
94%
Amazon.es ( 868 ratings )
94%
Amazon.it ( 855 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com ( 730 ratings )
94%
Amazon.sa ( 721 ratings )
94%
Amazon.co.uk ( 715 ratings )
90%
Amazon.de ( 713 ratings )
94%
Amazon.ca ( 710 ratings )
94%
Amazon.co.jp ( 710 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.mx ( 708 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.tr ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.in ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.ae ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.nl ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.se ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.pl ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.eg ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.au ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.sg ( 707 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.br ( 688 ratings )
94%
Thomann ( 413 ratings )
94%
Amazon.cn ( 210 ratings )
92%
SweetWater ( 37 ratings )
100%
B&H Photo Video ( 25 ratings )
90%
Reverb ( 13 ratings )
98%
Guitar Center ( 9 ratings )
90%
Musicians Friend ( 7 ratings )
100%
Adorama ( 2 ratings )
100%
Zzounds ( 1 ratings )
80%
Show more

Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 21 to 40 of 41 Reviews

Great for the price!!!!

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Jul 30, 2018

Reviewed by Jj T. on Reverb

I'm getting FAT drum tones combined with my Focusrite Clarett 8 pre. Looking to get another set! Using as overheads.

Excellent for acoustic music recordings

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

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

Jul 13, 2021

Reviewed by Hyurk on B&H Photo Video

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.

Rode M5

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Feb 14, 2022

Reviewed by John T. on Reverb

Solid construction and excellent pick ups. I am using these mics as overhead mics for my drum kit set up for live performance. Very clean sound reproduction with clear clean pick up. I love using these.

excellent quality, excellent value

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

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

Sep 21, 2020

Reviewed by Neal on B&H Photo Video

I am delighted with this pair of microphones. I am a professional musician, and I use one for singing/speaking, and the other to record my grand piano. Both work extremely well, far beyond my expectations for the price point.

Necessary and sufficient

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

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

Aug 1, 2020

Reviewed by Katsumi on B&H Photo Video

I tried using a condenser microphone for the first time. Compared to the TASCAM DR-40X's built-in microphone, recording is clearly realistic. It is small and easy to handle.

Ads

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone (Matched Pair)
$199
B&H Photo Video
Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone (Matched Pair)
Rode M5 MP
159€
Thomann
Rode M5 MP
Rode M5 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair
$199
SweetWater
Rode M5 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair
Rode M5 Matched Pair with Stands, Cables, and Stereo Bar
$324
SweetWater
Rode M5 Matched Pair with Stands, Cables, and Stereo Bar
Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair
$199
Guitar Center
Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair
Rode Microphones Rode M5 Matched Pair Compact 1/2" Cardioid Condenser Microphone
$199
Adorama
Rode Microphones Rode M5 Matched Pair Compact 1/2" Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair
$199
Musicians Friend
Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair
RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair
$136.26
Reverb
RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair
Rode M5-MP Matched Pair Cardioid Condenser Microphones
$199
Zzounds
Rode M5-MP Matched Pair Cardioid Condenser Microphones

Perfect for the job.

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

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

Jul 7, 2020

Reviewed by Patrick on B&H Photo Video

These matched pair rode m5's are great. Nice sound and a very high quality to price value. If you are not going to spend thousands on a pair of Neumanns , then these are your best bet.

wanted and got a realistic sound

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

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

Feb 22, 2021

Reviewed by Stefan on B&H Photo Video

wanted a realistic sound with good stereo imaging. Moved them around a lot until I got a good pick-up from a solo violin with an appropriate amount of room reverb. Would recommend to anyone.

Rode m5 worked perfectly. Bought them to record acoustic

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair Review

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair

Jan 12, 2018

Reviewed by Tex on Guitar Center

Very happy with them

Very Sensitive

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

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

Dec 27, 2015

Reviewed by Russ on B&H Photo Video

Recording Appalachian dulcimer & Irish Whistle. Great results.

Great mics!

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Jul 7, 2021

Reviewed by Dylan H. on Reverb

Perfect for my budget 4 mic set up on my drum kit

Great mics

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Jan 26, 2021

Reviewed by Eric W. on Reverb

Fast shipping, well packaged. Thanks!

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Jun 22, 2020

Reviewed by Howard L. on Reverb

Great little mics

Solid Mic

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

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

Jan 24, 2021

Reviewed by Anonymous on B&H Photo Video

This is a really good mic for the price. Very very nice sound but, the self-noise is a little high.

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

May 11, 2020

Reviewed by Charles C. on Reverb

Great drum overheads. Cymbals and toms sound clean and balanced. Came with nice mounts.

RODE M5

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Mar 11, 2020

Reviewed by Jason K. on Reverb

Product was packaged and described well. The mics are an excellent addition to my drum setup.

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair Review

RODE M5 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Matched Stereo Pair

Aug 20, 2021

Reviewed by Jeffry R. on Reverb

Great service !

Great overhead drum mics for a small project studio

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair Review

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair

Jun 20, 2020

Reviewed by Norrik on Guitar Center

Used a overhead drum recording..

Great value (bang for the buck)

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair Review

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair

Apr 15, 2020

Reviewed by BMW Rider on Guitar Center

Mics are set up on a Rode stereo bar to record acoustic guitars

Excellent Product

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

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

Nov 8, 2016

Reviewed by panguitchjoe on B&H Photo Video

I'm very happy with my purchase. Excellent quality both in build and sound.

Great sound Great deal

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair Review

Rode M5 Compact 1/2" Condenser Microphone - Matched Pair

May 17, 2019

Reviewed by Flip on Guitar Center

Acoustic guitar recording

Showing 21 to 40 of 41 Reviews