Sony has introduced its new ECM-S1 Wi-fi Streaming Microphone System and the ECM-W3 Wi-fi Microphones.
These new wi-fi mic choices present customers with a number of connectivity choices for webcasting or vlogging whereas not taking over lots of actual property.
ECM-W3 Wi-fi Microphone System
The ECM-W3 wi-fi mic system is available in two configurations:
- 1 microphone with a 1-channel receiver
- 2 microphones with a 2-channel receiver
The microphone is concerning the dimension of a pack of gum and it routinely pairs with the receiver by way of Bluetooth 5.3 utilizing the LC3plus codec. It additionally options noise and low-cut filter choice, in addition to a 3-step, 0-20dB attenuator swap to get rid of clipping.
Connection choices embrace a 3.5mm enter jack on the microphone if you wish to add an exterior microphone. The receiver mounts in your digicam’s Multi-interface shoe and likewise includes a USB-C port for USB audio and a 3.5mm stereo output jack. Each items are designed to be mud and moisture-resistant, and so they every characteristic energy and hyperlink LED indicators. A windscreen is included with the mic, and you should buy an non-obligatory stand for the receiver in case you’re utilizing it independently from the digicam.
The transmitter microphones and receivers within the ECM-W3 wi-fi programs function for as much as 6 hours on a single cost. They’re all charged collectively in a handy charging case, which includes a USB-C connector for powering by way of an influence adapter, pc, or energy financial institution.
The Sony ECM-W3 Wi-fi Microphone System with Multi Interface Shoe is now obtainable to pre-order for $349 USD.
The Sony ECM-W3 2-Individual Wi-fi Microphone System with Multi Interface Shoe can also be obtainable to pre-order for $469 USD.
ECM-S1 Wi-fi Streaming Microphone System
The ECM-S1 Wi-fi Streaming Microphone is constructed like a desktop podcasting mic and it presents customers a selection of wired or wi-fi audio transmission to your digicam or pc. It routinely pairs by way of Bluetooth 5.3 utilizing the included receiver, and the receiver might be put in on the Multi-terminal shoe of a Sony digicam. Bluetooth 5.3 supplies quick, low-energy transmission to protect high quality utilizing the LC3plus codec, and it supplies claimed line-of-sight connections of as much as 500′ away.
You may also join the receiver to a pc utilizing its USB-C output, or plug the microphone instantly into your pc utilizing the USB-C connector for totally wired streaming and conferencing. Different connection choices embrace a 3.5mm stereo mini jack on the receiver for monitoring or recording, and the microphone includes a 3.5mm headphone output jack for monitoring (when utilizing a USB connection).
There are three completely different pickup patterns you’ll be able to select from by utilizing a swap on the facet of the microphone. These pickup patters embrace monoaural unidirectional, omnidirectional, and stereo-unidirectional. A snap-on pop filter reduces any voice popping when you’re nearer to the mic, and it additionally options noise and low-cut filter decisions to scale back air-con or wind/vibration frequencies. The mic mounts on a tilting, snap-on desktop stand, or you’ll be able to set up it on a increase or mic stand utilizing its 1/4″-20 backside thread.
The ECM-S1 desktop streaming microphone options an inner battery that lasts as much as 13 hours, or it may be charged and powered utilizing the USB-C port throughout a direct connection. Its receiver is powered by way of the Multi-interface on a supported digicam, by way of the USB-C port when plugged into a pc, or it will probably function for as much as three hours utilizing its personal inner battery.
The ECM-S1 is now obtainable to pre-order for $419.00 USD.
