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Sony XLR-K1M Adapter and Microphone Kit
Sony XLR-K1M Adapter and Microphone Kit
B&H # SOXLRK1M MFR # XLR-K1M
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Product Highlights
- ECM-XM1 Shotgun Microphone
- XLR-A1M 2-Channel XLR Adapter
- XLR-K1M Shoe Spacer
- Use XLR Microphones with your Camcorder
- Real Time Audio Level Controls
- Locking XLR Terminals
Sony XLR-K1M overview
- 1Description
The Sony XLR-K1M Adapter and Microphone Kit features an ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone and an XLR-A1M adapter, allowing connection of your camera to professional-level microphones, mixing consoles and sound studios. The adapter features two XLR channels with separate controls, providing recording level adjustment, attenuation and wind noise reduction. Mic/Line input switching for each channel is also provided to simplify post-shooting editing.
- Record Sound Accurately
- Two mic/line input channels help you capture detailed recording levels and control low frequency sound.
- Choose Your Microphone
- The kit includes the ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone, but also enables users to utilize their favorite recording microphone. Sensitivity and directivity controls are also onboard.
- Secure XLR Terminal Inputs
- The XLR connectors lock tightly to the adaptor, securing the cable during video shoots. This is convenient when connected to a mixer or a soundboard.
- Audio Level Controls
- The audio level controls can be used in real time, offering detailed setting options.
UPC: 027242853614
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Sony XLR-K1M Adapter and Microphone Kit
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- 1Description
Sony XLR-K1M specs
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Input Connections |
2 x XLR balanced - Mic/Line Included ECM-XM1 microphone takes up 1 input, if used |
| Output Connection | Connector for proprietary Sony Multi-Interface Shoe |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | XLR adapter: 4.4 x 3.4 x 4.65" (111 x 85.5 x 118 mm) |
| Dimensions (Diam. x L) | Microphone: 1.7" x 7.6" (42 x 193 mm) |
| Weight |
XLR adapter: 7.7 oz (217 g) Microphone: 4.2 oz (118.5 g) |
| Packaging Info | |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 1.8 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.9 x 8.3 x 4.0" |
Sony XLR-K1M reviews
XLR-K1M Adapter and Microphone Kit is rated
out of
5 by
16.
Rated 4 out of
5
by
camera-operator-london..uk from
Great kit, very handy for interviews
I brought the Sony A99 and needed the XLR inputs as I film a lot of corporate interviews and productions -the kit is great and works very well with both my radio mics and shotguns fed into both channels.its really easy to set up and monitor with the headphones, although I haven't found method of changing the headphones volume, maybe Sony will do something about this in a firmware upgrade ?make sure you get some kind of bracket for attaching onto the camera - as you can see from the photos mine was just hanging from the cables, not good- So overall 9/10 shame its such an expensive piece of kit for what it ischeers bob
Date published: 2012-11-19
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Mike from
Works Great, but super cheap metal mount
I use this XLR accesory mounted on my Sony NEX-VG 30. I use this when I'm on the road shooting run and gun segments with my food critic father. The unit itself works fine except the plastic cover over the gain dial broke the 3rd day as I accidently bumped the side (my fault no real gripe hear). Be weary though, as this product comes with a flimsy metal step/riser mount adapter that slides onto my NEX-VG cold shoe (connections are on Hot shoe for transmitted data, cold shoe mounts the unit). Disaste strikes. I was in the field and the entire metal riser part broke off! It is held together really ackwardly with tiny screws and tiny parts. Be aware, if this happens to you in the field you're pretty much out of luck! Make sure you carry tons of gaffers tape with you when you have this unit.
Date published: 2014-02-24
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Josh from
Perfect for 1 man crew
This is a great audio setup for the Sony A7s, especially if you're a 1 man crew. You will need a way to mount the mixing console on to your camera setup since it will require two hot-shoes, I recommend the Movcam cage for A7s for that. The shotgun mic that it comes with is decent, but I got this mostly for the 2 XLR inputs so I could run a boom mic into the camera and or a lav mic kit as well. It's great that you can control the audio levels with physical dials and not through the camera menu. Drains your camera batteries a little bit faster though.
Date published: 2015-07-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SonyLeicaDave from
Colorless sound for Sony cameras
I lash up this unit with my new Sony a7s, a Novoflex adaptor, and Leica M lenses. With that full-frame sensor the images are spectacular. And the audio, using this adaptor, matches it. Clear, clean, undistorted, uncolored, transparent...it is as good as any mic I'll ever use. Yes, it is pricey, but this is the best choice for my applications. Even the supplied shotgun mic is as good as a Sennheiser...I did a side-by-side shootout. (It might be nice if you could get the adaptor without the supplied mic.) There is a need for a camera mounting cage, and I have used a Fhugen I adapted to accommodate the hot shoe plug. Slick.I also an use this same adaptor on my new little Sony 4K Handycam. Works well in situations where a small video camera is a plus.
Date published: 2014-11-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Darryl S. from
Adds pro inputs
I bought this because it is the only way to get pro stero inputs (XLR) on the Sony AX100. The big suprise is that there is no way to mount it without another piece of gear. I found a great bracket at DM Accessories that screws in the tripod hole on the camera and then accepts the tripod plate. I haven't used it in all configurations but the audio is quiet and the mic is adequate. I will probably use my Senheiser or Rode for critical sound. I make natural history films and need sa detailed audio as I can get.
Date published: 2015-05-15
Rated 3 out of
5
by
TFHENRY from
Brilliant idea, terrible execution.
I really like the idea of this product and I think Sony hit the nail on the head with how to get XLR's onto a compact camera, however mounting options are a bit of a joke. The XLR-K1M and XLR-K2M should be the same product. Out of the box this adapter should mount to your cameras hot shoe (Sony MI - like the XLR-K2M), if you want to mount it on a rig, provide or purchase a separate interface / MI extender cable. Hot shoe to hot shoe to hot shoe... give me a break and put some 1/4-20's on this product.
Date published: 2015-11-05
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Daniel from
Great sound, terrible build quality.
Overall, this is a good product. The audio is fantastic and the supplied mic is very good. However, this is literally one of the cheapest feeling pieces of equipment I have ever purchased. It feels like one of those Chinese knockoffs, and definitely not professional. The screw to mount this onto your cold shoe looks and feels like something you would find at the dollar store. For $, I expected a MUCH more solid build.For now, this gets 3/5. The audio is 5/5, but the build is 1.5/5. I really feel like it will not hold up under constantly changing documentary circumstances, but I may be wrong. I am using this device with my Sony A7s mounted on to Movcam cage with a Sennheiser ew-112p G3 wireless lav, and will be taking it to Mexico and Guatemala to film a documentary next month, and depending on how it holds up I'll ad or drop another star.
Date published: 2015-01-16
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Alexander G. from
XLR-K1M Microphone adaptor for Sony A7s
This is an audio input interface that bypasses the built-in 1/8 stereo mini on the Sony A7 cameras. It works with the multi-purpose flash shoe on the top of the camera. The controls are similar to those found on the Sony video cameras (Line-Mic; Phantom power; Ch1/Ch2-Ch1/Ch1; and Attenuation). There is also an analog level control for each channel. With this adaptor, I am not planning to run a separate audio track for interviews, etc. Audio performance is acceptable, but I noticed a low-level hash which gets more noticeable on the high sensitivity setting. This is not noticeable when feeding a robust signal where the volume control on the XLR-K1M is at mid-way position or below. Biggest drawback is ergonomic: the connector occupies the flash shoe, so there is no place to attach the interface - you have to use some sort of bracket or rig, especially if you plan to mount a microphone or wireless receiver.
Date published: 2014-08-13
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