Sony ECM-680S MS Stereo Shotgun Microphone

The ECM-680S is an MS stereo shotgun, electret condenser microphone, perfect for a broad range of field production and broadcast studio applications. It offers excellent sensitivity, low inherent noise, and a flat-and-wide frequency response. The most distinguished feature of the ECM-680S is its switchable operation between a highly directional monaural mode and stereo mode. Monaural mode provides highly directional sound pickup, while stereo mode delivers natural and spatial sound. The MS microphone signal of the ECM-680S is internally decoded and it provides L and R (stereo) outputs. The ECM-680S is supplied with a XLR-5-pin to XLR-5 pin cable for use with HDW-F900R/ HDW-750 HDCAM or PDW-F330/PDW-F350 XDCAM HD camcorders. The optional K-1504 cable should be used to mount/ connect the ECM-680S stereo shotgun onto camcorders with two 3-pin XLR inputs.

Features:

• Excellent Sound Quality
• Stereo and Monaural Switchable
• Flat-and-Wide Frequency Response
• Built-in Low Cut Filter
• Compact and Lightweight Design

Specifications:

• Weight: Approx. 4.9 oz (140 g)
• Power Requirements: DC 40 to 52 V
• Power Consumption: Stereo: 4 mA or less x 2ch Monaural: 4 mA or less
• Dimensions: ø13/16 x 9 7/8 inches (ø20 x 250 mm)
• S/N Ratio: Stereo: 73 dB or more Monaural: 74 dB or more
• Sensitivity: Stereo: -28 dB ±3 dB Monaural: -32 dB ±3 dB
• Output Impedance: 100 ½ ±20%
• Capsule Type: Electret condenser
• Directivity: Uni-directional
• Dynamic Range: Stereo:103 dB or more Monaural: 104 dB or more
• Frequency Response: Stereo: 50 Hz to 20 kHz Monaural: 40 Hz to 20 kHz
• Induction Noise from External Magnetic Field: 0 dB SPL or less
• Inherent Noise: Stereo: 21 dB SPL or less, Monaural 20 dB SPL or less; 0 dB = 20 u Pa
• Maximum Input Sound Pressure Level: 124 dB SPL
• Stereo Type: MS (Mid-Side) stereo microphone
• Wind Noise: 60 dB SPL or less (with windscreen), 55 dB SPL (without windscreen)