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Sony ECM-77 Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone with Unterminated (Pigtail) Leads (Black)

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Sony ECM-77 Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone with Unterminated (Pigtail) Leads (Black)
Key Features
  • For TV, Stage, Journalism & Broadcast
  • Omnidirectional for Consistent Levels
  • Unterminated Pigtails for Custom Wiring
  • Easily Concealable
The black Sony ECM-77 is a miniature omnidirectional lavalier microphone designed for professional broadcast, sound reinforcement, and recording applications. The condenser mic element's tiny profile allows it to be easily concealed in performance and broadcast situations.
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Connector
Locking Sony 3.5mm
3-Pin Sony LEMO
4-Pin Sony Hirose
Unterminated (Pigtail) Leads
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Sony ECM-77 Overview

The black Sony ECM-77 is a miniature omnidirectional lavalier microphone designed for professional broadcast, sound reinforcement, and recording applications. The condenser mic element's tiny profile allows it to be easily concealed in performance and broadcast situations.

The omnidirectional polar pattern provides even frequency and sensitivity response at the direct and off-axis sections of the microphone capsule, helping to provide consistent levels, even if the talent isn't speaking directly toward the mic.

The ECM-77 provides a wide frequency response of 40 Hz to 20 kHz for accurate reproduction of speech and vocals and requires 1.1 to 10 VDC power from a compatible wireless transmitter or similar device. A windscreen to reduce wind and breath noise and a tie clip to attach the mic to clothing are included.

Unterminated (Pigtail) Leads
Customizable Wiring
  • Pigtails: Works with Sony transmitters equipped with This version of the mic features unterminated pigtail leads allowing for custom wiring.
  • Third-Party Devices: The ECM-77 will work with many third-party wireless transmitters and portable audio recorders that are equipped to supply 1.1 to 10 VDC through a Sony wiring configuration.
Dependable Performance
Small Size
The ECM-77's capsule is 1/4" in diameter and 1/2" in length, allowing the mic to be used on stage or on camera while remaining inconspicuous.
Headroom for Standard Speech and Vocal Applications
The mic can handle up to 120 dB SPL without distortion—adequate headroom for most presenters, performers, and instructors.
Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
The forgiving omnidirectional polar pattern picks up sound from all around the mic and provides a consistent frequency response, even for off-axis sound. This helps to supply clear, intelligible speech and vocals, even when the talent turns away from the microphone.
Wide Frequency Response
With its 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range, the ECM-77 provides accurate and transparent reproduction of speech, vocals, and instruments.
UPC: 027242632516

Sony ECM-77 Specs

Microphone
Sound FieldMono
Capsule1 x Electret Condenser
Diaphragm0.2" / 5.6 mm (Electret Condenser)
Polar PatternOmnidirectional
WindscreenFoam (Included)
Performance
Frequency Range40 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL120 dB SPL
Impedance2.5 Kilohms ± 30% at 1 kHz
Sensitivity-39 dB at 1 kHz
Dynamic Range90 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio64 dB A-Weighted
Equivalent Noise Level30 dB
Connectivity
Outputs1 x Pigtail/Unterminated TRS
Headphone ConnectorNone
Cable Length9.8' / 3 m
Cable Diameter0.1" / 2 mm
Power
Operating Voltage1.1 to 10 V
Operating Current Consumption0.4 mA
Physical
ColorBlack
MountingAlligator Clip (Included)
Operating Temperature32 to 140°F / 0 to 60°C
Storage Temperature-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
Dimensionsø: 0.2 x L: 0.5" / ø: 5.6 x L: 12.5 mm (Capsule)
Weight0.9 oz / 25.5 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.13 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.5 x 1.65 x 0.9"

Sony ECM-77 Reviews

Only mike to use with Sony transmitters

By warnerl
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-05-25

This mike has a good pattern, small enough to hide, great for the speaking vocal range, and essential for use with Sony transmitters. Sony transmitter pack a lot into their signal, (encryption, pairing signal, along with the freq. you are transmitting on) and this mike is shielded properly to prevent transmitter noise and interference.

Nice sound!

By johnny
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2014-03-04

This is a very nice sounding mic. It's no mystery as to why many are using this on pro applications and sets.

Decent mic

By Ryanisnever
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2013-11-18

This mic is for my slot-in wireless package used on my Sony F800. The build is good, audio is nice and clean, it's not too directional so you can place the mic in hidden clothing areas and point it in a convenient direction. If you have a few extra bucks, i'd recommend going for the Sanken model over this one.

I would buy this product again and agai

By matilda-56
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2013-03-22

excelent

Great audio clarity!

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2013-03-08

The non-removable element eliminates on air audio problems.

Vast improvement

By Mitchy P
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2012-11-25

As with all things video no matter how much you spend you will always have to spend more. The standard mic that comes with the Sony UWP-V1 kit I found to be horrible, after some research I went with the ECM-77BMP to replace the kit mic. It is a huge improvement , sound clarity is 10/10. This was extra money I was quite happy to spend!

A giant step upgrade!

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-03-13

I thought the stock mic with the Sony UWP V1 was pretty good, but after hearing so much about this one I decided to pull the trigger. I had two wireless sets and needed a backup, and now this is my main mic and one of the stock mics is backup. This mic has taken my work to the next level. A very good wireless system with an average mic is cheating yourself. The richness gives that pro feel I've been looking for. A happy camper!

Caps go bad regularly

By Stephen
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2014-09-11

When it's working, it sounds great. The problem is, we use this product 10+ hours per day for live news broadcasts, and they are not robust enough. We have had 5 caps go bad in just as many months. Never seen anything like it. Costing us a lot of money to have to replace on a regular basis. I'm going to dish out more money this time for the Sanken mic in hopes that it will have a longer life.

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