This Sony ECM-VG1 Short Shotgun Microphone Boom Kit with Boompole & Accessories from B&H bundles together the essential elements required for using the ECM-VG1 as a boom mic. In addition to the lightweight, phantom-powered supercardioid microphone, the kit provides a lightweight boompole that extends up to 7', a universal shockmount, a 15' XLR cable to connect to your recording device, and a neoprene boompole bag for travel and storage.
With an ultralightweight body and smooth tone, the Sony ECM-VG1 shotgun microphone offers strong, clean output signal for event video shoots, indie film production, TV and documentary shooting, court room depositions, and more. Plus, at a mere 2.3 ounces, it can be placed atop a camcorder or mounted on a boompole with virtually no impact on the weight of the rig.
The ECM-VG1 features a supercardioid polar pattern for excellent directivity and minimal noise at the off-axis sections of the capsule, resulting in intelligible voice pickup even in noisy environments. The microphone's wide, flat frequency response yields natural, accurate signal reproduction with crisp detail and minimal coloration.
The ECM-VG1 runs on 40 to 52 VDC phantom power, making it compatible with a variety of professional camcorders, multitrack field recorders, and portable audio recorders. The supplied furry windshield delivers up to 20 dB of wind noise reduction for high-quality audio capture in outdoor environments. It also includes microphone spacers and a mic holder to accommodate camera-mount and stand-/boompole-mount configurations.
This BP Series boompole features three sections that smoothly telescope to provide adjustable reach from 2.7 to 7'. Thanks to the ergonomic quick-twist locks, the BP-36A is easily expanded or collapsed with a single turn. Durable aluminum construction keeps the weight down, ensuring a combination of dependability and portability. The BP-36A's foam handle makes it comfortable to maintain your grip through long shoots, even in hot direct sunlight or cold wintery weather.
- Durable anodized aluminum construction can take the bumps and impacts of demanding travel or studio work. The aluminum construction assures durability that can tolerate demanding travel and location shoots in all kinds of weather.
Comfortable Grip with Foam Handle
- The BP-36A has a foam handle for maintaining your grip throughout long shoots. The handle is comfortable to hold in hot direct sunlight or cold wintery weather.
- The quick-twist tube locks make length adjustment smooth and effortless in all kinds of weather and conditions and give you the mic placement flexibility you need for each application.
Standard 3/8"-16 Threaded Mount
- To ensure compatibility with the best mics and shockmounts, the pole is outfitted with a standard 3/8"-16 threaded mount that fits most shotgun microphone shockmounts.
The Kopul Studio Elite 4000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable (15') is a studio-quality cable for connecting mics to mixers, preamps, audio interfaces, and recorders or to be used in any other application where XLR connectivity is required. The cable is engineered to be both quiet and durable, and is well suited for critical recording and broadcast situations.
Studio Elite 4000 Series cables are made from 24 AWG OFC copper wire that's wrapped with PE insulation and a conductive PVC inner shield. A cotton-yarn inner layer helps reduce electrostatic and microphonic noise. A 98% braided outer shield makes the cable resistant to EMI and RFI noise. The Neutrik XX silver connectors provide a high level of connectivity, and all the solder connections are shrink-wrapped for protection.
The Auray DUSM-1 Universal Shockmount features a four-point suspension to accommodate shotgun and other cylindrical microphones measuring 0.74-0.98" (19-25mm) in diameter. The shockmount is easily angled with its rubberized adjustment knob. There is a built-in shoe for camera mounting, and a 3/8"-16 thread connection at the base mounts the shockmount to boompoles and universal handgrips.
The Auray Neoprene Boompole Bag for 34" Closed Boompole with Shotgun Mic and Softie is a case designed to hold up to a 34" closed boompole with shotgun microphone, softie, and shock mount. Its interior end cap is strengthened to protect the bag from punctures. It features a zipper closure with protective interior lining to prevent snags and scratches. The bag is built with an interior pocket for accessories that opens or closes with hook and loop fasteners. An adjustable shoulder strap is included with a nametag holder.