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Sony - ECMG1 Subcardoid Shotgun Microphone - Black

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 130 reviews

$174.99

Sony - ECMG1 Subcardoid Shotgun Microphone - Black

Model: ECMG1.SYU
SKU: 6513221
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Capture clear, beautiful audio whenever and wherever you shoot. Whether you're shooting interviews, outdoor street scenes, or just quick updates for social media, adding a high-quality audio track will bring your creative work to life. The ECM-G1 provides sophisticated audio-capture capabilities that are well matched to your moviemaking needs, plus convenient Multi Interface Shoe connectivity and a compact overall size.
  • Key Specs
    • Polar Pattern: Subcardioid
    • Microphone Type: Shotgun microphones, Dynamic microphones
    • Wireless: false
  • General
    • Brand: Sony
    • Model Number: ECMG1.SYU
    • Product Name: ECMG1 Subcardoid Shotgun Microphone
    • Color: Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 2 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Length: 1.1 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
    • Product Width: 1.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 0.07 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Microphone Length: 1.1 inches
  • Audio
    • Polar Pattern: Subcardioid
    • Minimum Frequency Response: 50 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
  • Features
    • Microphone Type: Shotgun microphones, Dynamic microphones
    • Wireless: false
    • Lighting Type: None
  • Compatibility
    • Camera/Camcorder Compatible: true
  • Included
    • Windscreen Included: true
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 027242923980

Capture clear, beautiful audio whenever and wherever you shoot. Whether you're shooting interviews, outdoor street scenes, or just quick updates for social media, adding a high-quality audio track will bring your creative work to life. The ECM-G1 provides sophisticated audio-capture capabilities that are well matched to your moviemaking needs, plus convenient Multi Interface Shoe connectivity and a compact overall size.

  • Excellent for recording human voices: The ECM-G1 is well suited to the frequency bands of human voice characteristics, capturing vocal audio clearly and distinctly. It's ideal for shooting vlogs of product reviews and interviews.
  • Large-diameter, 14.6 mm microphone capsule: A larger capsule for high-quality sound. Built around a large-diameter microphone capsule, the ECM-G1 provides a high-quality audio track similar to high-end dedicated audio recorders, with clear, clean sound capture and effective noise suppression.
  • Wind screen for trouble-free outdoor shooting: The ECM-G1 comes with an easily detachable wind screen that can reduce wind noise when shooting outdoors under windy conditions.
  • Anti-vibration structure: The vibration-suppressing design of the ECM-G1 helps reduce minor bumps and mechanical noise, such as when focusing or zooming. When connected via Multi Interface (MI) Shoe, the cable-free setup eliminates any possibility of cable-transmitted vibration noise.
  • Highly directional, compact shotgun design: The highly directional, compact shotgun design of the ECM-G1 has a super-cardioid pickup for front-focused audio capture. This is ideal for isolating audio directly in front of the camera, ideal for vlogging, interviews and reviews.
  • Small enough to stay out of your way: The ECM-G1 is highly portable and ready to bring along to any shoot location. The clever design needs no dangling cables, and it stays out of the way of both the viewfinder and your framed shot even with wide-angle lenses making it ideal for tight vlogging shots.
  • Small enough to stay in place: Leave your microphone attached and ready to use at a moment's notice. The unit's light weight 1.2 oz. provides flexibility and mobility when you're shooting so much so that there's no need to detach and reattach it between shoots.
  • Cable-free confidence: Connecting the microphone via a compatible MI Shoe means you don't have to worry about noise being transmitted mechanically through cable connections or cables getting in the way of your shot, for greater portability when shooting.
  • Battery-free convenience: When you attach the ECM-G1 to the MI Shoe of any of Sony's compatible cameras, power is supplied directly from the camera to the microphone. This lets you handle extended shooting sessions free of concerns about the microphone battery running out.
  • A 3.5 mm audio out jack for expanded connectivity options: The ECM-G1 also comes with a 3.5mm audio jack and cable for use on compatible recording devices and cameras that don’t have a MI Shoe.
Whats Included
  • ECMG1
  • 3.5mm TRS audio cable
  • Noise suppressing windscreen
  • Warranty

Q: How does the Sony microphone get power?

A: This microphone draws power directly from the camera when attached to the MI Shoe of compatible Sony cameras, eliminating battery concerns during extended shoots.

Q: What was the person in the video doing at the airport?

A: The person in the video was at the airport early in the morning, excited to explore the city.

Q: What is the minimum frequency response of this microphone?

A: The Sony ECMG1 microphone has a minimum frequency response of 50 hertz.

Q: Is this microphone compatible with other devices besides cameras with an MI Shoe?

A: Yes, it includes a 3.5mm audio jack and cable for use with compatible recording devices or cameras lacking an MI Shoe.

Q: What is the primary use of the Sony microphone?

A: The Sony ECM-G1 microphone is excellent for recording human voices, making it ideal for capturing vlogs, interviews, and product reviews.

Q: Why is a shotgun microphone design beneficial?

A: The highly directional, compact shotgun design of the ECM-G1 utilizes a super-cardioid pickup pattern, effectively isolating and capturing audio directly in front of the camera.

Q: Does this microphone have any built-in features to reduce noise?

A: Yes, it features an anti-vibration structure to minimize mechanical noises and comes with a detachable windscreen to reduce wind noise during outdoor shoots.

Q: How does this mic get power when not connected to a Sony MI shoe? It has a 3.5mm cable but I don't see any info on charging when used on something other than a Sony camera.

A: Hi Jake, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ECMG1 microphone if not used through MI shoe will get power by connecting the microphone out jack on this unit and the microphone jack on a plug-in power compatible camera with the supplied recording cable. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.   Regards, Larry 5-2-2025 Sony Social Support

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Customers express satisfaction with the ECMG1 Subcardoid Shotgun Microphone's sound quality, ease of use, and compact size. Users appreciate its compatibility with content creator cameras and the fact that it doesn't require batteries. They also find it lightweight and easy to set up, with an effective windscreen.

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