The Countryman Isomax 2 All Purpose Microphone is a miniature and versatile favorite that is well suited for capturing instruments, choir groups, stage performances, ambient audio and much more. The Isomax 2 delivers excellent gain before feedback for maximum performance and minimal noise on stage and in noisy environments.

As an instrument microphone, the Isomax 2 captures brass, strings, percussion and wind instruments with pristine results. For capturing ambiance and group vocals, the microphone rejects off-axis noise and feedback with exceptional results.

A wide variety of connections are available for use with various wireless transmitters. This version features a Switchcraft TA4-Female connector for Toa wireless transmitters.

For Toa Transmitter    Switchcraft TA4-Female Connector    Miniature and Versatile    Hypercardioid

The Isomax 2 All Purpose Microphone is designed to effectively capture instruments and vocals in both recording and sound reinforcement.

The Hypercardioid polar pattern is versatile and ideal for capturing vocals and instruments without off-axis noise and distortion. The directional pattern is unaffected by frequency variations and provides a high rejection.

A wide frequency response and low signal-to-noise ratio result in clean audio reproduction.

The Isomax 2 features an impressive 150dB SPL handling for maximum gain before distortion. This is ideal while close capturing instruments with high transient response.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it compatible with the Sony rx100 mk 2?

A: Yes, that is compatible with the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-RX100 II.

Q: 2. Will this be compatible with the A3000? If it is, how good will it be for picking up voices?

A: The Sony ECM-GZ1M Zoom Microphone for Cameras with Multi-Interface Shoe will be compatible with any camera with the multi-interface shoe, including the Sony a3000. It would be a good option for picking up voices of subjects in front of the camera.

Q: 3. Does this override the 3.5 mm jack input on the A7S III or can you use both at the same time?

A: The Multi Interface Shoe connects the mic without the need for a cable so it does override the 3.5mm jack. You can only use one option at a time with the A7S III.

Q: 4. Does ECM-B1M work with Sony FDR-AX700 4K Camcorder?

A: Thanks @sonylistens. Could you elaborate on what those restrictions are? Thanks.

Q: 5. I have a Sony HDR-CX900 does zoom function work with it?

A: Yes, the ECM-GZ1M zoom microphone is compatible for use with the Sony HDR-CX900 camera and the zoom function does work.

Q: 6. I get that the digital is compatible with only a couple of cameras but works in analog for other cameras with multi-interface shoe. But what exactly do I lose on analog? Is the sound quality different and do the directional patterns change?

A: This unit has 3 pickup pattern options to choose from, Cardioid, Omni, and Supercardioid. The big difference between digital versus analog operation is that in digital mode, the audio source being picked up doesn't have to go through additional analog converters to be printed to the video. This allows for cleaner audio recordings. If digital audio is not available on your camera, the analog connection will still produce quality audio recordings.

Q: 7. Will it work with the Rx10 iv? and zoom too? Does it have 3.5mm cable too?

A: ECM-GZ1M is fully compatible with RX10 IV and Zoom function will work with the camera. However it does not have 3.5mm cable.

Q: 8. How about trying to answer directly? Which cameras specifically, have a multi-interface shoe?

A: There are almost too many Sony cameras to list with a Multi-Interface Shoe. The entire A7 series along with cameras like the A6300, A6400 and A6500 have a Multi-Interface Shoe. Camcorders like the Z90v and even Cinema Cameras like the FS7 also have a Multi-Interface Shoe. However those models will all be for analog audio with this microphone only. The only option at this time which has a Multi-Interface Shoe that can process a digital signal is the Sony A7R IV.

Q: 9. Does this mike fit the HDR-PJ580 shoe?

A: No, the Sony ECM-GZ1M is not compatible with the HDR-PJ580 camcorder. The ECM-GZ1M can only be used with Sony cameras that include their Multi Interface Shoe. It does not work with the Active Interface Shoe featured on the HDR-PJ580V.

Q: 10. I wonder if that microphone can also be attached to a recording device via cable, such as a Tamscan handhold sound recorder. And if this is not the case, can you recomend one that has both Sony multi-interface shoe and cable? I am looking for a very directional mike (shotgun?) under $100.

A: There's no Sony solution for that price range.