Sony ECM-M1 User Manual

Help Guide
Shotgun Microphone
ECM-M1
Selecting the directivity
By operating the directivity mode dial, you can select the directivity that is best suited for the sounds to record or the
recording conditions.
Super-directional
Sounds in a specific range from the front of this unit are picked, enabling equally clear sound pickup. Super-directional
mode enables recording with less reverberations, and is suitable for indoor recording. Super-directional mode is
recommended for taking or streaming videos where, for example, the subject is speaking in close proximity to this unit.
Uni-directional
A wide variety of sounds from the front of this unit are picked. Uni-directional mode is recommended, for example, for
recording conferences and meetings.
Omni-directional
Sounds from all directions are equally picked. Omni-directional mode is recommended, for example, for recording whole
sounds including environmental sounds.
Super-directional (Rear)
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Sony ECM-M1 Specifications

General

Type	Digital camera microphone
Sensitivity (1kHz)	0.1 mV/Pa
Microphone frequency	40 - 20000 Hz
Microphone sensitivity	-20 dB
Connectivity technology	-
Product color	Black
Operating voltage	7.2 V
Number of products included	1 pc(s)

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	64.4 mm
Width	40 mm
Height	72.2 mm
Microphone weight	65 g