ECM-680S

ECM-678

ECM-674

ECM-673
ECM-680S ECM-678 ECM-674 ECM-673

Shotgun Microphones

Reach out and record
Capture the sound of distant subjects effectively and beautifully with Sony shotgun microphones. Sony mics deliver superb fidelity, reliability and versatility. A choice of four models enables you to match the mic to your camcorder and your application. Whether youre shooting news, events, indie films or documentaries; whether youre in the studio or in the field; whether youre mounting the mic to a camcorder or a boom pole; Sony shotgun microphones excel.

Sony and microphones

Sony has a long and deep heritage in mics. In 1957, our classic C-37A condenser microphone took the recording industry by storm, rapidly becoming a fixture in the major studios of Los Angeles and New York. In the 1960s, our electret condenser designs became de facto standards in lavaliers and shotguns. Today Sony is a technology leader in digital wireless microphones, transmitters and receivers. Of course, Sony is also a world leader in professional camcorders, making Sony shotgun mics a perfect fit for Sony camcorders.

Compact design

Every microphone in the series is a slender 13/16 inches in diameter (about 20 mm ). And the compact ECM-673 is just 7-7/8 inches long (200 mm).

Durable and reliable

Sony knows what happens in a typical day in production and news. We know you dont always have the opportunity to baby your equipment, to handle it carefully or fully protect it in transit. With robust mechanical engineering, Sony professional mics are built to take it.
Advanced Electret Condenser capsules
Every microphone in the series takes advantage of Sonys latest-generation Electret Condenser capsule for excellent performance in both field and studio productions. Sensitivity is as high as -28 dB (ECM-678) while inherent noise is reduced to a minimum, as low as 16 dB SPL (ECM-678). Combined with Sonys super cardioid pickup pattern, this performance enables you to successfully capture even faint sounds at long distances with excellent quality.

Low cut filter

To reduce ambient noise, each Sony shotgun mic includes a two-position low-cut filter with settings for Music (M) and Voice (V).

Wide, flat response

Professionals trust Sony for accurate sound reproduction and these microphones deliver. Typical on-axis frequency response is a wide 40 Hz to 20 kHz with a smooth characteristic. The result is open, natural sound reproduction.

LINEUP

Stereo / Monaural switchable, with high sensitivity and excellent sound quality
The ECM-680S attached to a Sony PDW-F800 XDCAM HD422 camcorder.
ECM-680S Stereo Shotgun Microphone
The ECM-680S incorporates two large-diaphragm bi-directional capsules, in Mid Side (MS) configuration. The two signals are matrixed to create Left and Right channels for a spacious, natural soundstage. Or switch the mic into Monaural mode, for highly directional pickup. The mic can output both channels on a single XLR-5-pin cable, convenient for either camcorder or boom pole mounting. For visual confirmation, Stereo mode is indicated by an LED on the camera body. Stereo/Mono mode can also be selected from compatible Sony camcorders, including the HDW-F900R or 790 HDCAM camcorders and PDW-F800, 700, F355, F350, F335 or F330 XDCAM HD camcorders.

ECM-680S Stereo

0 0dB -20 -40

Response (dB)

-10 -20 -100 1k 10k 20k 180

500 Hz 1 kHz 2 kHz

150 180

Frequency (Hz)

Directivity Characteristics
Frequency Responce Characteristics

ECM-680S Monaural

0dB -10 -20
500 Hz 1 kHz 4 kHz 10 kHz
Super-cardioid directional Shotgun with High Sensitivity and Low Inherent Noise
The ECM-678 attached to a Sony PDW-530 XDCAM camcorder.
ECM-678 Shotgun Microphone
The ECM-678 is superbly sensitive and quiet with broad, flat response. The mic can even handle sound pressure to nearly the threshold of pain.

0 0dB -5 -10 -15 -20

1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Hz 180

180 150

Compact, Lightweight and Affordable, Suitable for a Compact Camcorder

ECM-674 ECM-673

The ECM-673 attached to a Sony PMW-EX3 XDCAM EXTM camcorder.
ECM-674 Dual Power Shotgun Microphone
The affordable ECM-674 extends your flexibility, accepting either phantom power over the XLR-3-pin cable or 1.5 Volt power from an internal AA battery. Because old batteries can leak and damage a mic, the ECM-674 incorporates a protection circuit that detects low battery voltage and shuts the mic down.
ECM-673 Compact Shotgun Microphone
The affordable ECM-673 is just 7-7/8 inches long (200 mm). So its perfect for mounting on Sony HDV and XDCAM EX camcorders, where it maintains proper balance.

0dB -5 -10 -15 -20 90

+1k 2k 5k 10k 20k 180

SPECIFICATIONS

Capsule type Stereo type Directivity Frequency response Sensitivity (at 1 kHz)1 Output impedance (at 1 kHz) Dynamic range Signal-to-noise ratio (IEC179 A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1Pa) Inherent noise2 Wind noise2 Induction noise from external magnetic field2 Maximum input sound pressure level2 Power requirements Dimensions (diameter x length) Weight Supplied Accessories Windscreen Mic holder Mic spacer Mic cable Stand adaptor Carrying case Operating instructions

dB=1 V/Pa., at 1 kHz

Electret condenser Super-cardioid 40 Hz to 20 kHz -28 dB 3 dB 200 20% 111 dB or more 78 dB or more 16 dB SPL or less
Electret condenser Super-cardioid 40 Hz to 20 kHz -36 dB 3 dB 220 20% Phantom: 107 dB or more, Battery: 98 dB or more 77 dB or more 17 dB SPL or less
Electret condenser Super-cardioid 40 Hz to 20 kHz -36 dB 3 dB 220 20% 107 dB or more 77 dB or more 17 dB SPL or less 45 dB SPL or less (with windscreen) 50 dB SPL (without windscreen) 0 dB SPL or less 124 dB SPL External DC 40 to 52 V
13/16 x 7 7/8 inches (20 x 200 mm)
Electret condenser MS (Mid-Side) Stereo: Uni-directional Monaural: Super-cardioid Stereo: 50 Hz to 20 kHz Monaural: 40 Hz to 20 kHz Stereo: -28 dB 3 dB Monaural: -32 dB 3 dB 100 20% Stereo: 103 dB or more Monaural: 104 dB or more Stereo: 73 dB or more Monaural: 74 dB or more Stereo: 21 dB SPL or less Monaural: 20 dB SPL or less 55 dB SPL or less (with windscreen) 60 dB SPL or less (without windscreen) 0 dB SPL or less 124 dB SPL External DC 40 to 52 V

13/16 x 9 7/8 inches (20 x 250 mm)
60 dB SPL or less (without winscreen) 45 dB SPL or less (with windscreen) 50 dB SPL (without windscreen) 0 dB SPL or less 127 dB SPL External DC 40 to 52 V
0 dB SPL or less Phantom: 124 dB SPL or less Battery: 115 dB SPL External: DC 40 to 52 V, Battery: 1.5 V
13/16 x 10 5/8 inches (20 x 268 mm)

Approx. 3.7 oz (105 g)

7 oz (200 g)
Approx. 6.5 oz (185 g) without battery Approx. 4.8 oz (135 g) Approx. 7.3 oz (208 g) with battery Yes Yes x2 Yes (XLR-3-pin to XLR-3-pin) x2 Yes Yes Yes x2 Yes (XLR-3-pin to XLR-3-pin) x2 Yes
Yes Yes x2 Yes (XLR-5-pin to XLR-5-pin) x2 Yes Yes

dB=20 Pa.

Yes Yes x2 Yes (XLR-3-pin to XLR-3-pin) x2 Yes Yes

HDW-650 HVR-V1U PDW-F800

HVR-Z7U PMW-EX3
HVR-S270U PMW-EX1R HXR-NX5U
RECOMMENDED SHOTGUN MICROPHONE FOR CAMCORDERS
l Highly recommended Recommended -- Not recommended HDCAM HDW-F900R HDW-750/750P HDW-730S O*1*3 HDW-650/650F/650P l XDCAM HD422 PDW-700/F800 l XDCAM HD PDW-F355/F335 l XDCAM EX PMW-350/320 l HD PMW-EX3/EX1R O*1 NXCAM HXR-NX5U O*1 HDV HVR-S270U O*1 HVR-Z7U O*1 HVR-Z5U O*1 HVR-V1U O*1 HVR-A1U O*1 Digital Betacam DVW-970/970P O*1*3 XDCAM SD PDW-530/530P PDW-510/510P SD MPEG IMX MSW-970/970P O*1*3 DVCAM DSR-400/400P DSR-450WS/450WSP
*1 with K-1504, XLR-5P - XLR-3P (2) cable *2 with K-1502, XLR-3P - XLR-5P cable

Stereo/Mono

*3 Connect to rear panel
*4Since the ECM-674 is relatively long compared to compact camcorders such as the HVR-A1 or the HVR-V1, the microphone might encroach on the cameras field of view. *5Due to the high sensitivity of the microphone and headroom of the recorder, sound recordings may become distorted when excessive audio is input.
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Printed in USA (7/10)

Wireless Microphone Tuner/Wired Microphone and Camcorder Combinations(w/New UWP) Camcorders Applicable Applicable
Model Name Built-in Wireless Slot No
Camcorder interface for Microphone DC Output Front Rear

4/1/2011

for Wireless Tuner No
Mic Input Connector XLR-3pin x2 -

Mic/Line Input Connector

Shotgun Microphone (Mono) 3.5mm mini-plug -
Shotgun Microphone (Mono) XLR-3pin ECM-678 ECM-674(*1) ECM-673 ECM-VG1
Applicable Shotgun Microphone (Stereo/mono) XLR-5pin ECM-680S
Applicable Analog Wireless Microphone

UWP-V1

UWP-V2

UWP-V6

XDCAM EX Camcorders

PMW-EX3

Requires optional Cable ECM-0.5X5F3M *4

PMW-EX1/EX1R

XLR-3pin x2 -
ECM-678 ECM-674(*1) ECM-673 ECM-VG1

ECM-680S

NXCAM Camcorders
NEX-FS100 No No XLR-3pin x1 XLR-3pin x1 ECM-678 ECM-674(*1) ECM-673 ECM-VG1 ECM-680S

HXR-NX5

HXR-NX3D1 *8

HXR-NX70 *8

AVCHD Camcorders
HXR-MC2000/1500 *7 No No Stereo mini jack x1 ECM-CG50BP -

HXR-MC50

Stereo mini jack x1

HDR-AX2000 *6

HDV Camcorders
HVR-S270 No Yes XLR-3pin x2 XLR-3pin x2 ECM-678 ECM-674(*1) ECM-673 ECM-VG1 ECM-680S

HVR-Z7 Series

HVR-Z5 Series

HVR-Z1 Series

Discontinued

HVR-V1 Series

HVR-A1 Series
XLR-3pin x2 Stereo mini jack x1

ECM-CG50BP

ECM-673 ECM-VG1

HVR-HD1000 Series No

DVCAM Camcorders
DSR-PD170/170P No No XLR-3pin x2 ECM-673 ECM-VG1 ECM-680S
Requires optional Cable ECM-0.5X5F3M *4 Discontinued

DSR-PD175P/ 177P/198P *2

*1 : *2 : *3 : *4 : *5 : *6 : *7 : *8 :
The ECM-674 can be driven by external DC power(40 to 52V) or battery(AA-size). The DSR-175P/177P/198P are not available for NTSC area. Active interface shoe can not be used to mount UWP receiver(URX-P2) The ECM-0.5X5F3M is successor to the K1504 ECM-CG50BP holder can not be mounted to active interface shoe HDR-AX2000 is consumer model Defference between the HXR-MC2000 and the HXR-MC1500 is internal memory size only. Place the long shotgun such as ECM-680S / 678 / 674 at rear side to avoid the shotgun to obstruct the camera view