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Z1U shotgun Mic needed

SkateSurferDude
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Jun 17, 2005, 7:24 PM

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I need to buy another mic for this camera because the one on it is Great at picking up Everything!. I need something for films and Video Blogs. Something directional.

Power for mic. Can I use the cameras L series or something like the phantom power. I don’t really know much about this. Or do I need to buy additional batteries for just the mic? I rather just buy another battery for my camera and use it to power both.

Also do I need to buy additional windguard or does this normally come with the mic?

I can get a $50 rebate if I buy any of the following mics from sony. Because I bought Z1 recently off B&W.

Shotgun Mics Rebate Per Unit
ECM – 670 $50
ECM – 672 $75
ECM – 678 $75

SkateSurferDude
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Jun 17, 2005, 7:24 PM

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I was recommend this mic
http://www.sennheiserusa.com/newsite/productdetail.asp?transid=003285

If I got that what else would I need to buy in addition? I think I want something like that!

bruceo
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Jul 14, 2005, 11:35 AM

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DO NOT GET THAT MIC. It is the long version!! You need the excellent somewhat expensive, but best for the price ME-66 not 67 which is the short version. You will find the barrel is too small for the Z1 holder, so go to home depot or lowes and pick up some Rubatex black pipe insulation. it wraps at the perfect width and depth to mount in the z1 holder with MUCH better shock absorbancy than the holder offers without.

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