Sony ECM-DS70P - Portable Stereo Condenser Microphone for MiniDisc, Cassettes and DAT Recorders

  • Price: $45.86
  • GBP 28.99
  • B&H # SOECMDS70P
  • Mfr# ECMDS70P

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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)

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Sony ECM-DS70P - Mic for Minidisc
 
3.7

(based on 13 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

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.

    VS

    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.

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    Reviewed by 13 customers

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    3.0

    effective as a lavalier

    By dratner

    from fla

    About Me Experienced

    Verified Buyer

    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.

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      2.0

      Not what I expected from Sony

      By Rokky

      from San Diego, Ca

      About Me Experienced

      Verified Reviewer

      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.

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        3.0

        I wish it captured sound more natural

        By Rokky

        from San Dieg, Ca

        About Me Experienced

        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.

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        4.0

        Clever and efficient

        By Dennis

        from Montreal, Can

        Verified Buyer

        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.

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        1.0

        Does Not Do What B&H Rep Said It Would

        By Bob

        from Office

        About Me Experienced

        Verified Buyer

        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.

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              4.0

              very nice

              By ecotv

              from Asuncion Paraguay Communitarian TV

              About Me Experienced

              Verified Buyer

              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.

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              5.0

              Great Product - Awesome Price

              By FFC

              from Covington, GA

              About Me Experienced

              Verified Buyer

              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.

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                5.0

                Nice & Clear

                By ftmarino

                from Lake Forest, CA

                About Me Experienced

                Verified Buyer

                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.

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                  4.0

                  Microphone for Digital Camcorder

                  By Johnny

                  from Suffolk, VA

                  About Me Novice

                  Verified Buyer

                  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.

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                    4.0

                    Good small microphone

                    By Alli

                    from New York

                    About Me Professional Musician

                    Verified Buyer

                    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

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                    4.0

                    good sounding micro mic for minidisc

                    By waves waves waves

                    from Boston, MA

                    About Me Student

                    Verified Buyer

                    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.

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                        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        4.0

                        I'm happy with it

                        By Peter D.

                        from Victor Valley, California

                        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

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                        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        5.0

                        Superb

                        By Jerry

                        from Freehold, NJ

                        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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                        Sony ECM-DS70P - Portable Stereo Condenser Microphone for MiniDisc, Cassettes and DAT Recorders
                        • 3.3' Cord with Clip
                        • Gold Plated Plug
                        • 1 Year Warranty
                         
                         
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