Sony ECM-W3 & ECM-S1 Wi-fi Microphones
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 change to eradicate 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 in addition contains 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 purchase an elective stand for the receiver in the event 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 contains a USB-C connector for powering by way of an influence adapter, laptop, or energy financial institution.
The Sony ECM-W3 Wi-fi Microphone System with Multi Interface Shoe is now out there to pre-order for $349 USD.
The Sony ECM-W3 2-Particular person Wi-fi Microphone System with Multi Interface Shoe can be out there 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 alternative of wired or wi-fi audio transmission to your digicam or laptop. It routinely pairs by way of Bluetooth 5.3 utilizing the included receiver, and the receiver will be put in on the Multi-terminal shoe of a Sony digicam. Bluetooth 5.3 offers quick, low-energy transmission to protect high quality utilizing the LC3plus codec, and it offers claimed line-of-sight connections of as much as 500′ away.
You can too join the receiver to a pc utilizing its USB-C output, or plug the microphone immediately into your laptop 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 contains a 3.5mm headphone output jack for monitoring (when utilizing a USB connection).
There are three totally different pickup patterns you’ll be able to select from through the use of a change on the aspect of the microphone. These pickup patters embrace monoaural unidirectional, omnidirectional, and stereo-unidirectional. A snap-on pop filter reduces any voice popping if you find yourself nearer to the mic, and it additionally options noise and low-cut filter selections 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 growth 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 out there to pre-order for $419.00 USD.