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Mid/side stereo design * 90?/120? switch * frequency response 100-15,000 Hz * gold-plated stereo mini-plug * uses 1 "AA" battery (not included) ... Read more

Features

• Ideal for DAT or MD digital recorders
• Electret condenser stereo microphone for advanced amateur use
• Mid/side (MS) capsules create natural stereo panorama
• Adjust pickup angle (90-120 degrees) for single voice/instrument or multi-voice/instrument
• Cannon XLR connector; oxygen-free copper Litz cord

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Does Not Work With Computer Inputs
I have used the ECMMS907 to fill about 150 mini discs since I bought it three years ago. It runs lovingly on one AA battery (unlike it's watch-battery-dependent predecessor) and allows for two polor patterns 180 and 90 degrees. The casing of the unit is rugged. It includes wind screen,travel pouch, stand clip, and four foot cloth encased cable. I have been able to record everything from street musicians to Dave Bruebeck concerts.

In pro audio it isn't considerd cool to like Sony gear as it often uses digital tricks to achieve a bogus sense of higher fidelity,but Sony electronics are bulletproof and work exactly as designed until you lose them or back them over with your car.That said...

Lots of people I have spoken with purchased this microphone thinking they could jack into the 1/8" input on thier laptop computer and get desirable results.This might work if your microphone is inches away from a blaring guitar amp, but won't do well with amient recordings or speaking as the output gain is far too low. Most people are not happy in this situation.

Overall, worth every penny.Perhaps there is a modification out there to improve the output gain.

Good recording results; holder doesn't fit standard stands
I like the results I have gotten with this microphone, both in a concert setting and recording myself and friends playing music with my minidisc recorder.

My only reason for giving this mic 4 out of 5 stars is that the thread size on the holder that comes with it does not fit the threads of any microphone stand I am aware of.Also, the body of the mic has a somewhat oblong shape instead of being perfectly round.As such, you'll have a hard time finding any standard mic holder to attach this microphone to a stand.

The solution is to go to Radio Shack and get their spring-clip style microphone holder.I think it cost me about $6, if that.It has standard threads to attach to a stand, and the sides of the holder have foam padding where they contact the mic, to give a good grip.

Of course, the holder is designed to act as its own "stand" if you want to set it on a table or desktop while recording.However, the mic can easily fall over if the table/desk is bumped or if the cord gets tugged inadvertently.

Otherwise, the mic has a nice, solid feel and appears to be well-constructed.

Great microphone for instrument recording
I brought this microphone to record violin playing. The result was amazingly well.I did little modification to the microphone, by re-wiring it from stero to XLR.Using two of this kind of micropones, recording on both MR-8 8 track digital recorder and US-224 Tascam digital recorder, I could make CD at professional quality.Sony does make a professional microphone with similar technology. The difference between that one and this one is the connector.For this consumer product, they purposely made it not XLR.The simlar microphone with XLR connector sold over $200 each.

Affordable Digital Recording.GREAT VALUE!!!
The other reviewers wrote some great info about this Microphone.Some drawbacks are the relatively bulkyness of this unit as compared to others.

The sound quality is sufficiently clear when recording, but is not sensitive enough to satisfy the most demanding users such as musicians or professional reporters.As the other reviewers have said, you need a relatively loud source as there is no sensitivity switch or zoom feature.It does have the 90-120 degree switch, so you can toggle the range depending on what you are recording.

This microphone is very compatible with many different devices.MD is the best though.

Here's one MD player recorder that I know has the microphone jack and works great with this microphone:
'Sony MZ-NF810CK Net MD MiniDisc Recorder with Car Kit'

However, don't be fooled.Not every MD player has the appropriate Mic Jack.Double Check the technical documentation to make sure.Units that definitely do not have it are:
'Sony MZ-NE410 High Speed Net MD Walkman Recorder'

Notice the deceptive "Recorder" moniker in the product name.Don't be fooled!Very few MD "recorders" actually record with a microphone!

Not sure about these:
'Sony MZ-NF610 High Speed Net MD Walkman Recorder'
'Sony MZ-N510CK NetMD Walkman/Recorder with Car Kit'
'Sony MZ-N505 Net MD Walkman Player/Recorder'

Do your research before purchasing any MD player.All in all, this is a good value and pretty good quality for a digital microphone.

This mic is great for the price
If you look around you'll see that this mic is one of the most popular for recording concerts, lectures, etc.I found it to be clear when recording, although there needed to be moderate volume.There is no sensitivity switch.It does have the 90-120 degree switch, so you can increase the scope of recording.The unit is built well, and comes apart easily to allow replacement of the battery, which should last a long time.When using this microphone, make sure if the volume level reaching you is not high enough, position it better, like one other reviewer said, or spend the extra money and get a zoom microphone.Also an mp3 player that allows digital recording comes in really handy. ... Read more

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The Sony ECM719 is a high-quality electric condenser microphone ideal for portable Dat or MD Digital Recorders. It includes a Mode switch for ideal recording (music/meeting).One-Point Stereo Recording Design : a single mic for stereo recording is like having two microphones in oneTable-Top or Clip-On Use : with built-in clip for hands-free recording of musical performances, meetings, lectures, interviews, and moreIdeal For Portable Dat or MD Digital RecordersStereo Unidirectional (Cardioid) Pickup Patterns : are more sensitive to sounds from the front, less sensitive to sounds from the side; tend to reject extraneous noise and emphasize the sound you want to record.Back Electret Condenser : pickup capsules for exceptional dynamic range and wide frequency response - two critical factors in high fidelity performance.Oxygen-Free Copper Cable : for excellent conductivity, low signal loss, low noiseL-Shaped Stereo Mini-Plug : fits portable recordersGold-Plated Plug : for maximum conductivity, minimum noise2-Way Power Supply : via internal battery (LR44 type, optional) and plug-in power with compatible portable recordersUltra-Compact Design : is easy to carry around, inconspicuous during recordingType : One-point stereo, Back Elecktret Condenser MicrophoneDirectivity : Stereo uni-directional (cardioid)Output Plug : L-shaped stereo miniplug (gold-plated)Effective Output Level : -47dB, ?4dB (0dB = 1V/Pa, 1kHz)Output Impedance: 1.5 kohm... ... Read more

Features

• Single-point stereo design
• Mode switch for ideal recording
• Table-top or clip-on
• Dual power supply
• Electric condenser microphone

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Sony offers the FV-120 Unidirectional Dynamic Vocal Microphone. Compact easy to carry design is affordable and comfortable to hold and tote. UniMatch plug for use with karaoke player, cassette recorder or CD player allows microphone to be used with all types of components. Frequency response is suitable for clear pick-up when recording speech or vocal music. Long 9'8" microphone cord adds versatility for use in a wide range of situations. Built-in on/off switch allows the user to instantly turn the unit off, using the same hand that holds the mic. ... Read more

Features

• UniMatch mini-plug for use with all types of components
• Uni-directional, dynamic microphone is compact and affordable
• Wide frequency response range (60Hz to 12,000Hz) is ideal for recording speech or music
• Built-in on/off switch allows for specific use while on a stage
• Long cord (3 meters) is designed for active and mobile use

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Outstanding performance and diversity of application make the SM57 the "workhorse" of stages and studios worldwide. Contured frequency response for clean, instrumental reproduction and rich vocal pickup. Professional-quality reproduction for drum, percussion, and instrument amplifier miking. Cardioid (unidirectional) dynamic microphone, frequency response: 40 to 15,000 Hz. ... Read more

Features

• Extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern isolates main sound source, while minimizing background noise
• Excellent in studio for recording drums, guitar and woodwinds
• Used on the U.S. presidential podium for over 30 years!
• Frequency response -40Hz to 15kHz
• Requires XLR type cable - available separately

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Heavy Duty All Purpose Microphone with a Professional Feel
The Shure SM-57 is a work horse microphone that is built solid and very easy to use in various music recording and live performance environments.It's best funtion is to mike a guitar amp and send that signal to the Public Address system if you want to phatten up your instumental signal to a wider audience.

It can be utilized as a vocal microphone.Yet, it does not look as prominant as the famous Shure SM-58.

To mike up the drum set means that you have to buy a quantity of the SM-57s'.Mike stands for the Shure SM-57's come in various dimensions of height.

As a dependable low profile microphone used for speech it is unsurpassed. ... Read more

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Audio Technica's AT897 is a line+gradient short shotgun condenser microphone, designed for video production and broadcast audio acquisition. It's short length ensures the mic stays out of the shot, even when used with compact digital cameras. Featuring smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality it provides the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pickup with excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear of mic. Features switchable low-frequency roll-off and operates on battery or phantom power. Accessories Included: AT8405a stand clamp, AT8134 windscreen, battery, 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, protective carrying case. Shipping weight: 1.75 lbs. ... Read more

Features

• Element: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Line + Gradient
• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V, 2 mA typical; Battery Type: 1.5V AA/UM3
• Output Connector: XLRM-type

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The MKE 300 has been specially designed for use on film and video cameras/camcorders. It is fitted onto the camera's flashmount and by virtue of its super-cardioid/lobar pick-up pattern picks up the sound coming from the direction the camera is pointing at. ... Read more

Features

• Camera suspension mount assembly and integrated wind screen eliminate handling and wind noise
• Built-in battery will operate over 200 hours
• Tight super cardioid pattern
• 10-year extended warranty

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The legendary Shure vocal mic tuned to accentuate the warmth and clarity of lead and back-up vocals. Consistently the first choice of performers around the globe. The Shure SM58® is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional vocal use in live performance, sound reinforcement and studio recording.A highly effective, built-in, spherical filter minimizes wind and breath "pop" noise.A cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise. The SM58 has a tailored vocal response for a sound which is a world standard.Rugged construction, a proven shock mount system, and a steel mesh grille ensure that even with rough handling, the SM58 will perform consistently.Outdoors or indoors, singing or speech -- the SM58 is the overwhelming choice of professionals worldwide. ... Read more

Features

• Integrated spherical filter minimizes wind and breath pop noise
• Cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source, while minimizing unwanted background noise
• Ruggedly constructed with steel mesh grille
• Pneumatic shock system
• Frequency response -50Hz to 15kHz

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Consistently the first choice of performers around the globe, the SM58 vocal microphone is a genuine world standard and a true audio legend. Smooth, mid-frequency presence rise provides the distinct, world-famous SM58 sound - specifically tailored for vocals. Rugged construction for extreme reliability in demanding applications. Comes complete with carry bag and swivel adapter. ... Read more

Features

• Tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange, and bass rolloff
• Cardioid pattern isolates main sound source, minimizes background noise
• Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise
• Effective, built-in spherical wind and pop filter
• Supplied with break-resistant stand adapter which rotates 180°

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A rehearsal workhorse
This is an excellent, general purpose microphone at a reasonable price.I'm a classically trained vocalist, and I use the SM58 for rehearsal and "scratch" recordings.It delivers clear, true, and warm sound under all standard conditions and requires essentially no fine tuning or signal processing.I still prefer the crisp detail of a condenser microphone for formal demo recordings (my favorite is the Studio Projects C1), but it's hard to beat the simplicity and reliability of the SM58 for everyday use. ... Read more

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Using manufacturing breakthroughs pioneered by M-Audios popular Luna and Solaris, the new Nova cardioid redefines the entry-level price point for quality studio condenser microphones. The 1.1 evaporated gold diaphragm mounted in a solid brass capsule ensures recordings that are faithful to the source, and the Class A solid state electronics are engineered for low noise, distortion and coloration. Youll be amazed at how much microphone Nova gives you for the money. ... Read more

Features

• Includes hard mount and soft case
• Affordable large capsule cardioid condenser
• 1.1 evaporated gold diaphragm
• Solid brass capsule
• Class A solid state electronics

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Rock Solid.. I have 2!!
Great mic for Podcasting.I put it on a nice desk stand and hook it into the Maudio USB Preamp.It does require phantom power and has XLR connectors.. so it won't plug directly into your powerbook. ... Read more

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This Prosumer-model microphone is for advanced amateur and professional use, and is ideal for instrumental recording, thanks to Sony's sensitive Electret condenser microphone. The one-point stereo design--a single mic for stereo recording--is like having two microphones in one. This mic is ideal for portable DAT or MD digital recorders, with frequency response up to 18,000 Hz and a dynamic range of 90 dB, and is a great complement to digital recording systems. The mid/side capsules create a natural stereo panorama. The midcapsule picks up monophonic sound while the side capsule picks up left/right-difference sound. Subtracting and adding the two capsule signals yields separate left and right channels, and permits electronic adjustment of the pickup angle. The mid/side switch also selects the pickup angle between the left and right channels. Choose 90 degrees for a single voice or instrument or 120 degrees to pick up many voices and instruments arranged across the stage. The rotating midcapsule adjusts the stereo pickup pattern for the widest range of recording situations. A Cannon XLR connector from the microphone body to the supplied cable provides a secure, reliable, low-noise connection, while the oxygen-free copper Litz cord ensures superlative conductivity, minimum loss, and minimum noise. The L-shaped stereo miniplug fits most portable recorders. Supplied accessories include a detachable cable, stand, holder, windscreen, and carrying case. ... Read more

Features

• Best for instrumental recordings
• Quality microphone for digital media recording; ideal for DAT, NT and MD recorders
• Rotating mid capsule to adjust the stereo pickup pattern
• Canon XLR connector for low-noise connection
• Mid/Side (MS) capsules with switchable pick-up angle

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A great mike, but hypersensitive
I bought this mike for use with my minidisc recorders, mainly to record choral concerts at church and in other places.It has a nice stereo directionality and separation choices, but I advise you to watch your record levels or mike sensitivity setting because the sound levels tended to overloadon loud passages or with percussive music like piano when used with my recorder's default (high) mike sensitivity setting.
It's very solid and well made. I'd rather have a boxed carrying case instead of the soft pouch provided, but that's a quibble. ... Read more

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Sing your heart out with Sony's F-V620 Unidirectional Enriched Sound Vocal Microphone. This microphone is suitable for vocalists with mild to moderate voice projection. Features include wide, clear, dynamic sound reproduction, an Alnico magnet for high quality sound, an OFC wire for enriched sound reproduction, a long 16'5" microphone cord, a gold plated plug for superior connection and a built-in on/off switch. ... Read more

Features

• Built-in on/off switch allows for specific use while on a stage
• Gold-plated contacts and OFC wire for sure connection
• Uni-directional, dynamic microphone has enriched sound for vocalists
• Cannon connector for durable and reliable connections
• Extra-long cord (16.5 feet) is designed for active and mobile use

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Following in the footsteps of the highly successful MXL 2001 the 2006 is a Large Diaphragm, Gold Sputtered true ?Class A? Condenser Microphone. Super fast slew rate FET amplifier design with an extremely low-noise floor. A sweet, silky sounding microphone that is perfect for vocal and instrument recording into digital and analog devices. Comes with Hi-Isolation shock mount and rugged, deluxe carrying case. ... Read more

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Balanced, natural sound with bottom-end warmth, midrange presence, and smooth high end. Tight unidirectional cardioid pattern reduces feedback. Neodymium design delivers high output. Heavy-duty steel mesh ball and rugged zinc chassis for optimum reliability. Gold-plated XLR connector resists tarnish and ensures best possible connection. ... Read more

Features

• Balanced, natural sound with warm bottom-end warmth
• Midrange presence
• Smooth high end
• Tight unidirectional cardioid pattern
• Neodymium design delivers high output

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This vocal mic accentuates the warmth and clarity of lead and backup vocals. Features extremely smooth extended frequency response. Its supercardioid design provides maximum isolation from other onstage sounds. ... Read more

Features

• Smooth, extended frequency response for outstanding sound for professional live vocal use
• Consistent supercardioid pattern provides the best gain-before-feedback among dynamic microphones
• Pneumatic shock mount reduces handling noise
• Frequency response: 50 to 16,000 Hz

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Designed for audio journalists and field reporters, the Sennheiser MD 46 offers a host of advantages. Its extended frequency response provides clarity that exceeds any comparable mic in its class, and it's dimensions and weight ratio lend a completely comfortable feel. Add the fact that it's rugged enough to stand the strain of ENG/EFP, and you have a dynamic winner. Shipping weight: 1.91 lbs. ... Read more

Features

• Acoustic Principle: Pressure Gradient Transducer
• Frequency Response: 40-18,000 Hz
• Pick-up Pattern: Cardioid
• Rejection at 1kHz at 180 degrees: >20dB
• Dimensions: 1.92" x 9.84"