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Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Shotgun Microphone

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Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Shotgun Microphone
Key Features
  • Switchable M/S and Unidirectional Modes
  • Switchable Low-Cut Filter
  • Wide & Flat Frequency Response
The Sony ECM-680 Stereo Shotgun Microphone provides both M/S (Mid-Side) stereo, and mono audio capturing, at the touch of a switch. The electret-condenser, unidirectional (cardioid) ECM-680, features internal M/S decoding for true stereo placement.

In mono mode, the ECM-680 captures audio like a true shotgun microphone, with superb audio rejection and increased range. The wide frequency response, excellent signal-to-noise ratio and wide dynamic range result in pristine audio reproduction. Measuring only 9-inches long, the ECM-680 is an ideal solution for camera mount applications.

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Sony ECM-680S Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2M/S Stereo and Mono Capturing
  • 3Pristine Audio Quality
  • 4Built-in Low Cut Filter

The Sony ECM-680 Stereo Shotgun Microphone provides both M/S (Mid-Side) stereo, and mono audio capturing, at the touch of a switch. The electret-condenser, unidirectional (cardioid) ECM-680, features internal M/S decoding for true stereo placement.

In mono mode, the ECM-680 captures audio like a true shotgun microphone, with superb audio rejection and increased range. The wide frequency response, excellent signal-to-noise ratio and wide dynamic range result in pristine audio reproduction. Measuring only 9-inches long, the ECM-680 is an ideal solution for camera mount applications.

M/S Stereo and Mono Capturing
The electret-condenser, unidirectional (cardioid) ECM-680 features internal M/S decoding for true stereo placement. In mono mode, the ECM-680 captures audio like a true shotgun microphone, with superb audio rejection and increased range.
Pristine Audio Quality
The wide frequency response, excellent signal-to-noise ratio and wide dynamic range result in pristine audio reproduction.
Built-in Low Cut Filter
Built-in, two position low-cut filter switch eliminates unwanted low-frequency noise and ambiance.
UPC: 027242714670

Sony ECM-680S Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Camera-Mount / Shotgun Mic / Stand/Boom Mount
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid, Unidirectional
Frequency Range
Unidirectional:
50 Hz to 20 kHz
Supercardioid:
40 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
124 dB SPL
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Color
Black
Microphone
Form Factor
Camera-Mount / Shotgun Mic / Stand/Boom Mount
Intended Sound Sources
Speech/Voice-Over
Sound Field
Mono, Stereo
Element Type
2 x Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid, Unidirectional
Pattern Selection
Switched
Orientation
End Address
On-Board Controls
High-Pass Filter, Polar Pattern
Performance
Frequency Range
Unidirectional:
50 Hz to 20 kHz
Supercardioid:
40 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
124 dB SPL
Sensitivity
Unidirectional: -28 dB
Supercardioid: -32 dB
Dynamic Range
Unidirectional: 104 dB
Supercardioid: 106 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Unidirectional: 74 dB
Supercardioid: 76 dB
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
40 to 52 V
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Thread Size
5/8"-27 Female (3/8"-16 Female with Included Adapter)
Included Filters
No
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.7 x 5.4 x 0.01"

Sony ECM-680S Reviews

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Will this work well with the Sony XLR-K3M and a ...

Will this work well with the Sony XLR-K3M and a Sennheiser 5 pin to 3 pin y cable for stereo inputs to Channels 1-2
Asked by: Larry
Yes it works great.
Answered by: Larry
Date published: 2022-06-07

How does this mic behave in humid recording ...

How does this mic behave in humid recording conditions ?
Asked by: David
This is a robustly built microphone, but SONY does not offer any weather or humidity ratings.
Answered by: Mark
Date published: 2020-03-18

What would it be like paired with the Zoom H6 ? I ...

What would it be like paired with the Zoom H6 ? I have to Sony ECM-MS2 and it sounds flat no bass almost like a mono sound.
Asked by: Nathan
The Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Shotgun Microphone is compatible for use with the Zoom H6 Portable Handy Recorder. For stereo audio on two channels, you would connect the mic to two XLR inputs on the H6 by using the included XLR 5-pin cable and an adapter such as the Sennheiser ACS5 5-pin XLR Female to Dual XLR Male Y Cable for MKH418S and MKE44P Microphones (B&H # SEACS5) or by using a cable like the RODE NT4-DXLR Stereo 5-Pin XLR to Dual 3-Pin XLR Cable for NT-4 Fixed X/Y Condenser Microphone - 10.3' (B&H # RONT4DXLRCBL) or the Remote Audio 5-Pin Stereo XLR Female to Dual XLR Male Y-Cable - 25' (B&H # RECAXSTE25).
Answered by: Lisa
Date published: 2023-06-26

Can this send separate M and S channels to the ...

Can this send separate M and S channels to the sound recorder for decoding later in post?
Asked by: Andrei
I,m considering this for Canon C70. Do I need a Y cable 5 pin XLR to two 3 pin mini XLR in order to received a proper signal? If yes, does B&H sell one of those? Thank you!
Answered by: Pedro
Date published: 2021-03-29

question

How would you compare this to the Sennheiser 418s?
Asked by: Jesse R.
Hi Jesse R, The ECM680S is one of Sonys best shotgun microphones. It is switchable between mono and stereo and I don't believe that is something the Sennheiser does. I would also say that at almost half the price of the Sennheiser it is an excellent value. Ralph
Answered by: Sony Support Sony Expert
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Length of XLR5 cable, please. And did you buy a supplemental wind screen?
Asked by: Terence
We mounted the mic on our PDW-700 using the front port so we got the smallest cable(about 12 ) and we used the basic windscreen that just slides on with no extra fuzzy muff - we are inside 99% of the time.
Answered by: Mike S.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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