Sony ECM-DS70P - Portable Stereo Condenser Microphone for MiniDisc, Cassettes and DAT Recorders
The ECM-DS70P is a tiny stereo microphone for use with portable mini-disc, cassette decks and DAT players, etc.
- High Quality Microphone for Recording on Digital Media
- Such as MiniDisc (MD), DAT, and NT, for recordings with low noise, wide frequency response and dynamic range
- Plug-In Power Operation
- Needs no battery and ensures dependability under virtually all conditions
- Uni-directional Stereo
- Focuses on L and R channel sound originating in front of the microphone while minimizing surrounding sounds, and is an excellent choice for recording vocalists and solo or ensemble instrument performances
- Direct Connection to Recorder
- Provides for faster, easier recording session set-ups
- Small Size and Lightweight (10g)
- Makes this a handy companion for any recording application
- Silver Color
- Matches MiniDisk components
- Reliable Electret Condenser Technology
- For tried and true performance
- Supplied Microphone Cord (3.3 ft/1m) and Clip
- Provides flexibility in placement, delivers excellent, clear sound signal and helps to avoid motor noise
- Gold Plated Plug
- For maximum conductivity, minimum noise
| Transducer | Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Unidirectional Stereo |
| Frequency Response | 100 Hz - 15 kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 76 dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 58 dB |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 110 dB SPL (@ 1 kHz, THD 1%) |
| Power Requirements | Plug-In Power Operation, (Mic Gets It's Power Directly from Recording Device) |
| Output Impedance | 1k Ohms |
| Output Connectors | L-Shaped Gold-Plated, Stereo (TRS) Mini Plug, 3.5 mm |
| Pad | None |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | None |
| Applications | Interviews, Depositions, Ambient Recording, Live Music, etc |
| Dimensions | 2.25 x 2.25" x .625" (58 x 57 x 16mm) LxWxH |
| Weight | .375 oz. (10 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 13 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
70%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (7)
- Easy to use (7)
- Lightweight (6)
- Good audio (4)
- Versatile (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoor events / games (4)
- Amateur recording (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Product - Awesome Price
I use this product with a Kodak Zi-8 camera and a 90-degree adapter from Radio Shack. I've used it in public venues where loud music is in the background and I'm carrying on...Read complete review
I use this product with a Kodak Zi-8 camera and a 90-degree adapter from Radio Shack. I've used it in public venues where loud music is in the background and I'm carrying on a coversation with someone close by: it works great.
It seems to pick up really well. 10 feet is about the max distance you would want to try and record.
Sony makes a great product.
No complaints here.
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Most Liked Negative Review
I wish it captured sound more natural
I bought this mic along with the Kodak Zi8 because I heard the internal mic on the Zi8 was not that good.
I found out this is not true.
The Sony ECM-DS7...Read complete review
I bought this mic along with the Kodak Zi8 because I heard the internal mic on the Zi8 was not that good.
I found out this is not true.
The Sony ECM-DS70P has to much highs giving a tiny sound.
The Zi8 internal mic is very good and more bass then the Sony mic.
I don't use the Sony at all now.
The Zi8 is a great camera and produces video as well, if not better then camcorders costing much more. I love it.
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
This mic is good for closeup work, including lavalier. It does not pick up well from a subject 8 or more feet away.
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
Best Uses
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
I was disappointed as I have used Sony products for years.
I bought this mic to go with my Kodak Zi8 as I had heard that the Zi8 internal mic was not that good.
That is not true.
I wish now I had waited until I tried the Zi8 first before I bought the mic
The internal mic has a better sound then the Sony and I now use only the internal mic which has better bass and excellent overall reproduction.
Maybe I just got a bad Sony.
Pros
- Compact
- Easily attaches to Zi8
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
- Sound is tiny
Best Uses
- So far none
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
I bought this mic along with the Kodak Zi8 because I heard the internal mic on the Zi8 was not that good.
I found out this is not true.
The Sony ECM-DS70P has to much highs giving a tiny sound.
The Zi8 internal mic is very good and more bass then the Sony mic.
I don't use the Sony at all now.
The Zi8 is a great camera and produces video as well, if not better then camcorders costing much more. I love it.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
- Look fragile
Best Uses
- Interviews
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
As a professionnal journalist, it is not always easy to get good recordings from a small pocket recorder, specially when this one is on a table. With the Sony mike, I can lay the recorder flat and the mike vertically, which works fine.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
needed directional mic to work with Kodak Playtouch camcorder, this is not the mic for that. may be good for other things, but led astray by b&h sales rep.
Pros
- Clear Sound
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
i like it. i was needing some mic like this on. cheap and handy.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
I use this product with a Kodak Zi-8 camera and a 90-degree adapter from Radio Shack. I've used it in public venues where loud music is in the background and I'm carrying on a coversation with someone close by: it works great.
It seems to pick up really well. 10 feet is about the max distance you would want to try and record.
Sony makes a great product.
No complaints here.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
We use this mic on a digital recorder with it's own built-in mic to isolate any noise from the podium. Works perfectly and recordings are very clear.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Low Distortion
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
Great mic. Sound on the video is much better than the built in mic. It was slightly bigger than I thought it would be.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Events
- Performances
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
Good to use for projects
Pros
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
I use this mic to record gigs and rehearsals for my band. Its portability is perfect for this application, as well as for getting decent recordings at concerts etc. You can clip it to a hat.
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
I recently used this Sony microphone for recording a piano class rehearsal with my minidisc recorder. Hey, it sounded pretty good. It has fairly good stereo separation. There is some hiss, but the signal is clear enough to retain some hi-fidelity quality about it. Does it sound like a professional mic? Probably not. But it serves the semi-professional/hobbyist's needs. This mic will help me get through until I can afford the Zoom H4 recorder.
Problems Encountered: I haven't encountered any problems with this yet.
Previous Equivalent Items Owned: I have owned several low-end microphone for portable recording. This is better.
Items I Recommend: Mini-disc recorder
Comments about Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc:
This is an outstanding microphone for the price. It'shighly portable, maintenance-free (a condenser mic with nobattery). It produces superb recordings of liveperformances with natural stereo separation.
Problems Encountered: None.
Previous Equivalent Items Owned: Sony ECM-MS907
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Cables & Adapters
- Price: $10.99
- GBP 6.95
What's in the Box
- 3.3' Cord with Clip
- Gold Plated Plug
- 1 Year Warranty
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