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Sony ECM-678/9X Shotgun Microphone
- Price: $549.95
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- B&H # SOECM6789X
- Mfr# ECM678/9X
Product Highlights
- Supercardioid Polar Pattern
- Suitable for Sony Pro Cameras
- High Sensitivity & Low Noise
The Sony ECM-678/9X short shotgun microphone delivers professional audio signal reproduction while remaining camera mountable and cost effective. Designed for use in broadcast, professional video, film, and field audio applications, the ECM-678/9X is at home mounted on a boom pole or Sony HDV Series, DVCAM Series and XDCAM Series cameras.
The super-cardioid polar pattern aides in the microphone's directional response, allowing clear pick up of the target signal while eliminating noise and ambiance at the off-axis sections of the microphone.
The ECM-678/9X features a low-cut filter switch that eliminates noise and low frequency rumble. The microphone requires external +48V phantom power and it's rugged design proves suitable for rigorous use on the road.
- Camera and Boom Pole Mountable
- The ECM-678/9X is mountable on boom poles and Sony HDV Series, DVCAM Series and XDCAM Series cameras.
- Flat and Wide Frequency Response
- It's wide flat frequency response enables accurate, detailed reproduction of a wide range of signal sources.
- High Sensitivity and Low Noise
- The super-cardioid polar pattern is effective in rejecting off-axis noise, resulting in a close and focused pick up of the desired signal.
- Low-Cut Filter
- The ECM-678/9X features a low cut filter switch that eliminates low frequency hum, wind noise, ambient noise and proximity effect noise.
| Transducer | Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Super-Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz to 20kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 111dB or more |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 78 dB or more (A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1 Pa.) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 127dB SPL (0dB SPL=20 PA) |
| Power Requirements | External, DC 48V +/-4V |
| Output Impedance | 200 Ohms +/- 20% |
| Output Connectors | 3-pin XLR |
| Pad | No |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | Built-in (non switchable) |
| Dimensions | 9.9 x 0.79" (Length x Diameter) |
| Weight | 7 oz |
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Film Production w Tascam
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sony ECM-678/9X Shotgun Microphone:
I've used sennheiser, IMO, this is just as nice, at a better price. Low noise, wide range... Picked up a near whisper, crystal clear, at nearly 50ft. AMAZING!
Also, VERY DURABLE.
Bottom Line: This is THE BEST FOR YOUR MONEY!!!
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 1 review)
Ratings Distribution
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 1 customer
Displaying review 1
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Film Production w Tascam
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sony ECM-678/9X Shotgun Microphone:
I've used sennheiser, IMO, this is just as nice, at a better price. Low noise, wide range... Picked up a near whisper, crystal clear, at nearly 50ft. AMAZING!
Also, VERY DURABLE.
Bottom Line: This is THE BEST FOR YOUR MONEY!!!
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