The Sony ECM-MS2 Stereo Electret Condenser Microphone is designed for mounting on professional camcorders equipped with 2 XLR inputs and phantom powering. The microphone also delivers good sound performance in field and studio-production applications. The MS microphone signal of the ECM-MS2 microphone is internally decoded, and provides L and R (stereo) outputs. The MS2 stereo microphone also supports mono operation by simply unplugging the right channel (disabling phantom power from the right channel XLR connector).

Short and Compact    Stereo and Mono Operation    80 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response    48V Phantom Power    3-Pin XLR Output    Includes Furry Windscreen

The compact 5.39" (137mm) length of the microphone prevents inadvertent vignetting of the microphone when it is attached to a handheld professional camcorder such as the PMW-100. Additionally, this short length is convenient when packing and transporting the microphone with a compact camcorder.

The microphone offers mono operation when stereo is not required, simply by cutting off the power supply to the right channel; for example, when a wireless microphone system is connected on 1 channel or while recording environmental sounds on the other channel. The microphone is designed for applications such as news gathering and documentary shooting on location.

Professional quality is assured through the XLR3P's outputs, which enable connection to professional camcorders for 48V phantom powering. The microphone's metal body also enhances audio performance by blocking vibration, resonance, and RF noises.

The supplied furry windscreen is used to suppress the strong wind present in typical harsh-climate operating conditions. A cable tie is also supplied to fasten the unplugged microphone cable during mono operation.

This microphone is compatible with PMW-100, NEX-FS700, and HXR-NX30 Camcorders

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The specs say 2 stops of light loss, but yet the 200-600 F5.6 to 6.3 becomes a F11-13. How is that only 2 stops of light loss??

A: f/5.6-f/11 is 2 stops and f/6.3-f/13 is 2 stops.

Q: 2. Would this work with Rokinon prime lenses? Also, the Sony 24-240? Why is it only compatible with select? That's absolutely baffling.

A: It should work with the Rokinon primes as long as they have Sony FE mount. I have a Sony 24-240 FE lens and the Sony FE 2X converter works with it

Q: 3. Does this work with the Sony A7? Is it compatible with the Sony line of flashes?

A: Yes, this remote is compatible with the Sony A7. The S1 remote will only allow you to control the Interfit S1, not Sony flashes.

Q: 4. What is the minimum focal distance using the 2x teleconverter on a 70-200mm lens?

A: On the x1.4 teleconverter someone asked this same question and sony support answered that it had no effect on minimum focus distance, I don't know if that is also true for the x2 converter but it probably is.

Q: 5. Hello, will this work on a Sony PXW-Z280 ?

A: Yes it will. the Sony PXW-Z280 has a LANC connection. This controller should work well with that camcorder.

Q: 6. Does this work with the Honey Badger?

A: Yes it does. Be advised this does not enable HSS or TTL compatibility with the Honey Badger (manual mode only). When using the Nikon remote with the Badger Unleashed, however, the Nikon remote does enable HSS and TTL.

Q: 7. How do I sync this remote to the Interfit s1? I purchased an Interfit s1 several years ago with this remote, and I recently purchased a second Interfit s1. However, I forgot how to sync the Interfit TTL-N Remote for Nikon. I need intructions.

A: You need to match the channel on the transmitter and all of the flash. The flash can bet set to groups as you like.

Q: 8. Can the cable be extended? I want to use it on a small jib.

A: you can use a female to male extender for the jack.

Q: 9. I was wondering if this will work on a Sony HXR-MC2000? This video camera only says remote but does not indicate if it's a LANC connection.

A: I have used the Remote Commander successfully on a Sony HXRNX5U HD camcorder and also on a Canon XA20 HD Camcorder.

Q: 10. Looking for replacement "caps" or storage for the 1.4x converter when not in use. Any help?

A: i would recommend the OP/TECH USA Fold-Over Pouch #301 (Black) it's as close to aperfect fit as you can get.