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Compact shotgun microphone, matte black finish, 14.6mm capsule, windscreen attached, MI shoe mount, 3.5mm jack

Sony

Sony ECM-G1 Shotgun Microphone 14.6mm capsule 3.5mm out

SKU CH-4E0S-0BXVH

A compact shotgun microphone with a 14.6 mm capsule, super-cardioid pickup, built-in windscreen and anti-vibration mount, plus 3.5 mm audio output

  • Clear vocal capture with 14.6mm capsule
  • Windscreen cuts outdoor wind noise
  • Anti-vibration mount reduces handling sounds
  • Super-cardioid pickup isolates front audio
  • Cable-free MI shoe plus 3.5mm output

Vlogger Shotgun Microphone 14.6mm

The Sony ECM-G1 is a compact shotgun microphone built for vloggers, interviewers and product reviewers who need clear vocal capture. Its 14.6 mm capsule targets the frequency range of the human voice and uses a super-cardioid pattern to isolate sound from the front. The microphone draws power and audio through the camera's Multi-Interface Shoe, so no battery or separate cable is required for the connection. A 3.5 mm output jack is also provided for flexible routing.

MI Shoe Mount and Cable-Free Operation

The unit slides directly onto a compatible camera's Multi-Interface Shoe, delivering both power and a digital audio path without a physical cable between mic and body. This cable-free link removes the risk of handling noise transmitted through a wire. An anti-vibration mount further dampens minor bumps from focus or zoom adjustments. A detachable windscreen cuts wind noise during outdoor sessions, and the 3.5 mm jack allows an external recorder or headphones to be connected when desired.

Upgrade from Built-In Camera Microphones

The ECM-G1 replaces the small omnidirectional microphones built into most cameras, which pick up ambient sound and handling noise equally from all directions. The larger capsule and directional pattern give a noticeable improvement in vocal clarity and background rejection for vlogs, interviews and spoken-word pieces. Buyers who need stereo ambient capture, wireless freedom or a microphone that works with devices lacking an MI Shoe will not be served by this model.

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Price $125.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How long can the 14.6 mm capsule run before overheating?

The ECM-G1 draws power from the camera's MI shoe and has no internal battery, so it does not generate its own heat and will run as long as the host camera stays powered.

How much noise or heat does the super-cardioid design add during all-day use?

The microphone is completely passive and cable-free when mounted on the MI shoe, adding no electronic noise, no fan noise and no measurable heat to the rig.

What camera shoe must I already own for the ECM-G1 to work without cables?

You need a camera or accessory with a Sony Multi-Interface (MI) shoe; the microphone locks directly onto that shoe for power and audio without any extra cable.

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