Sony’s new ECM-778 shotgun microphone is a mono high-resolution model that suits films, dramas and documentaries, enabling recording with clear, spacious high frequencies.
Sony’s new ECM-778 shotgun microphone is a mono high-resolution model that suits films, dramas and documentaries. Its new microphone capsule, brass acoustic tube and purpose-built electronic circuit board enable recording with clear, spacious high frequencies without excessive resonance, and stable mid-low frequencies. It has a compact size of 176 mm long and light weight of 102g, and achieves effective forward directivity, increasing flexibility when recording in confined recording spaces.
The shotgun microphone can be attached to equipment such as boom poles using the supplied microphone holder and stand adapter. It is compatible with external audio input devices, recording equipment, and camera systems equipped with XLR terminals, including Cinema Line and Alpha mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras, supporting a range of video production and audio recording environments.
Sound Capture
With high-resolution support capturing frequencies beyond the audible range of 20 kHz, the microphone enables clear spatially expansive audio recording of voices, ambient sounds, nature sounds and musical instruments.
The acoustic tube design using sound wave interference effects suppresses sound from the sides and rear across the entire frequency range. This achieves sharp forward directivity, as mentioned, clearly capturing desired sound while effectively reducing surrounding noise.
Combining a microphone capsule capable of capturing subtle sounds and high-frequency vibrations with a precise brass acoustic tube delivers consistent sound quality across various recording environments, whether mounted on a boom pole, on-camera, or in studio setups with varying distances from subjects.
Film capacitors and metal film resistors are used in the signal path to achieve clear sound quality. Conductive polymer aluminium solid capacitors in the power circuit optimise size with high capacity to ensure a stable power supply. Furthrmore, the machined aluminium exterior suppresses external vibrations and electrical noise for high-precision audio recording.
Compact Lightweight Design
The microphone’s compact size of 176 mm in length is due to miniaturizing the acoustic tube and electronic circuit board, while maintaining high-quality sound. As a boom microphone, it works well in confined spaces, allowing closer positioning to performers. When mounted to the top of cameras, it minimizes frame intrusion.
Its aluminium exterior and compact design also result in the weight of only 102g, making it easy to handle during extended periods of use. When mounted on cameras with XLR terminals, the microphone reduces the burden on the camera operator, enhancing mobility on set and accommodating various recording scenarios.
Reliability and Versatility
The built-in low-cut switch effectively reduces wind noise and vibration when activated. Two types of wind screens are included. The foam type is lightweight and easy to handle, suitable for indoor use or environments with minimal wind. The fur type screen gives more wind protection, useful in outdoor settings or windy conditions.
Overall, with its robust machined aluminium exterior nd design focussed on professional environments, the microphone will remain reliable and consistent from one recording environment to another.
New Sony CFexpress Type A Cards and Reader
At the same time, Sony is launching CFexpress Type A cards for its Cinema Line and Alpha mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras – the CEA-G1920T (1920 GB) and CEA-G960T (960 GB), along with the MRW-G3 CFexpress Type A card reader. These new CFexpress 4-compatible products achieve read speeds exceeding 1800 MB/s, more than twice as fast as earlier models and a storage capacity of up to 1920 GB2.
Note that, as of July 2025, Sony cameras are not yet compatible with the CFexpress 4 standard. When using CFexpress 4 cards, operation will be at the CFexpress 2 standard.
The new CFexpress Type A cards and MRW-G3 card reader support long-duration video recording, high-speed continuous shooting, and fast data transfer. The cards follow the VPG (Video Performance Guarantee) 400 standard, developed for stable video recording at 400 MB/sec. The CFexpress 4-compatible MRW-G3 card reader enables high-speed data transfer to computers, improving workflow efficiency. Sony defines maximum read speeds of 1800 MB/s and maximum write speeds of 1700 MB/s.
Available in 1920 GB and 960 GB high-capacity models, the cards’ TOUGH specification results in approximately 5 times the drop resistance and 10 times the bend strength compared to CFexpress Type A standards, with dust and water resistance (IP57), temperature resistance, X-ray resistance, anti-static, and UV resistance, making them usable in harsh environments.
CFexpress Type A card reader MRW-G3 is compatible with computers, smartphones and tablets, and is suitable for data editing and uploading from various devices and locations. Its design includes heat dissipation features to handle higher temperatures during large file transfers, increasing its reliability and durability. pro.sony
