SGM-3500 & SGM-3500L

Broadcast Spec Shotgun Microphones

With the SGM-3500 Series, Azden set out to create a pair of shotgun microphones that produces broadcast-quality sound at a price that even non-professionals can afford. Constructed to Azden’s highest standards, each individual microphone is expertly handcrafted in Japan and tested to assure its performance. Backing up this quality is Azden’s 10-year limited warranty; one of the best warranties offered on a microphone of this quality, not found in more expensive models from competitors.

FEATURES

Extremely Low Self-Noise

The 3500 series boasts an ultra-low noise floor at 13 dB (A weighted), for crystal clear audio.

Tuned for Speech Capture

Frequency response is boosted in the area of 5 kHz to 10 kHz where speech articulation is most present.

Gold-plated XLR Connector

To ensure a good connection and a high resistance to corrosion.

Focused Directionality

The SGM-3500 at 7″ long offers a supercardioid polar pattern, while the longer SGM-3500L offers a more focused hypercardioid polar pattern.

High Sensitivity Mic Element

Captures a level of detail and nuance beyond any other Azden microphone.

Wide Frequency Response

From 40 Hz to 20,000 Hz with roll off at the first octave to avoid low frequency noise.

10 Year Warranty

Backed by Azden’s longest warranty term, unmatched by other microphones in this class.

All Metal Brass Body

Provides optimal RF rejection and durability.

Supercardioid Shotgun

Basically a shorter version of the 3500L, the SGM-3500 measures 7” long. The comparatively shorter interference tube generates a slightly less directional supercardioid polar pattern, that still provides excellent rejection of off-axis sound. While perfectly suitable as a boom microphone, the shorter length makes the 3500 a more practical choice for on-camera mounting.

Hypercardioid Shotgun

Measuring nearly 10” in length, the SGM-3500L’s long interference tube creates an exaggerated directional pickup pattern for extreme off-axis sound rejection, especially at the higher frequencies. This quality makes it exceptionally well suited for boom pole work in professional video production.