Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Microphone – Professional Electret Condenser Mic with Switchable Mono/Stereo – for Film, Broadcast, & Interviews + Cable Ties + Microfiber Cloth + Microphone Cleaner

The Sony ECM-680 Stereo Shotgun Microphone is designed to provide professional-level flexibility with the ability to switch between M/S (Mid-Side) stereo and mono recording modes at the touch of a switch. Built as an electret-condenser microphone with a unidirectional cardioid pickup pattern, it offers versatility for a wide range of production settings, from broadcast and television to location recording and video production. In M/S stereo mode, the ECM-680 features internal M/S decoding for accurate stereo placement and imaging, capturing an immersive, natural sound field ideal for music, ambience, or environmental recordings. In mono mode, the ECM-680 operates like a true shotgun microphone, delivering superb audio rejection and increased range, making it an effective tool for isolating dialogue or focused sound sources in noisy environments. Its wide frequency response, excellent signal-to-noise ratio, and broad dynamic range ensure pristine, natural-sounding audio reproduction across different applications. Compact at only 9 inches in length, the ECM-680 is easy to mount on cameras, offering portability without compromising performance. A built-in two-position low-cut filter switch is included to eliminate unwanted low-frequency noise such as wind or environmental rumble, ensuring clean, clear results in challenging conditions. With its combination of stereo and mono versatility, compact design, and professional audio quality, the Sony ECM-680 is a powerful, multipurpose shotgun microphone well suited to the needs of professional sound engineers, videographers, and broadcasters who demand both reliability and high performance.Manufacturer Items Include:Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Shotgun MicrophoneWindscreenMicrophone HolderMicrophone Spacer5-pin XLR to 5-pin XLR Microphone CableStand AdapterCarrying CaseBundle Items Include:Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo MicrophoneCable TiesMicrofiber ClothMicrophone Cleaner

• Items In Bundles Include: Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Microphone – Professional Electret Condenser Mic with Switchable Mono/Stereo | Cable Ties | Microfiber Cloth | Microphone Cleaner
• The Sony ECM-680 is a stereo shotgun microphone offering versatile M/S (Mid-Side) stereo and mono audio capturing, switchable at the touch of a button. Designed as an electret-condenser with a unidirectional cardioid pattern, it provides professional-level flexibility for broadcast, video production, and field recording in varied environments.
• In mono mode, the ECM-680 functions as a true shotgun microphone, delivering excellent audio rejection and extended range. This makes it highly effective for isolating subjects in noisy or uncontrolled environments, capturing focused dialogue or instruments with clarity while minimizing surrounding noise and ambiance.
• The microphone delivers pristine audio reproduction with a wide frequency response, excellent signal-to-noise ratio, and wide dynamic range. These features ensure accurate, natural recordings, making the ECM-680 ideal for professional productions requiring detail and transparency in both speech and music applications.
• Measuring just 9 inches long, the ECM-680 is compact enough for camera-mount applications without sacrificing performance. A built-in two-position low-cut filter eliminates unwanted low-frequency noise and environmental rumble, providing operators with clean, broadcast-ready audio in the field or studio.