Sony ECM HW2

39 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Microphone (18)
Sound (17)
Usability (2)
Noise isolation (1)
Build quality (1)

Negative
Size (3)
Portability (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 39 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviews about the build quality and usability are on the whole positive. The value for money and sound are also appreciated, whereas many are negative about the portability and size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headsets the Sony ECM HW2 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Sony ECM HW2

alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 user reviews of the Sony ECM HW2 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

79% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Mastertarl (pcrush.com)

Wireless at its Best

I have used this microphone for two years. It eats batteries so use only the longest lasting you can buy. Alkaline will fail in under an hour. I usually can get about 3 hours from top enders. The subject should not wear this microphone just place it...

Extremely sensitive

Subject to wind noise

Sep, 2012

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Consumer review by: (pcrush.com)

Wireless at its Best

Extremely sensitive

Subject to wind noise

Sep, 2012

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Consumer review by: Ronette (jr.com)

Love it!

We have recorded several videos and the microphone is awesome. Sound is clear - reception great!

Clear Sound","Compact","Easy To Use

Can\'t Complain

Dec, 2010

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Consumer review by: Mroz (amazon.com)

Works like a champ!!!

So far this has worked just as advertised. I haven't used it a lot yet, but when I have it's been just what I needed. The range of the wireless mic is excellent, and the quality of the recordings throughout the range is very good. Haven't had a...

Jul, 2010

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Consumer review by: Disappointed (amazon.com)

WTF!?!?!

I would love to write a review for this device, however, I haven't had the chance to use it. I bought this device under the impression I was going to be able to use it with the Handycam model I purchased. I even spoke to SonyStyle and they confirmed...

Jul, 2010

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Consumer review by: J. D. Walker (amazon.com)

Outstanding range and audio fidelity

Range was much better than anticipated... as far as 579 feet! See video on YouTube (ECM-HW2 lilipuha). Quality excellent. I use this to record cello in lessons and concerts. Does a fine job in 5.1 mode. Wind sock REALLY works... and hides that bright...

May, 2010

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Consumer review by: R. Fritz (amazon.com)

Great sound at a distance

I have used this with a brand new Sony Handycam several times. It works great! I can pick up my daughter's skating coach from at least 100 meters away, maybe more, with perfect clarity. Even on a windy day, the wind sock protects the microphone and...

May, 2010

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Consumer review by: J. Hines (amazon.com)

Sony Bluetooth Mic

I havent used this much yet, but I think it is going to be a good asset in my videos. The blue light is a little distracting.

May, 2010

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Consumer review by: James R. Mckechnie (amazon.com)

Sony Remote Microphone

This was the perfect product for capturing audio from a distance of more than 30 feet.

May, 2010

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Product Specifications

Sony's ECM-HW2 wireless microphone is the world's first interactive communication equipment for video cameras, with terminals on both microphone and receiver. You and the subject can talk back and forth, laugh, joke, sing, and share all the fun while filming and recording.With the Bluetooth wireless technology, ECM-HW2 picks up every word or note with sound clarity at distances up to 100 meters. By simply attaching the receiver to Sony Handycam's Active Interface Shoe, you can enjoy wireless microphone performance for truly versatile recording.The energy-saving ECM-HW2 matches the recording time of the previous model, but requires only half the battery capacity, successfully enabling smaller and lighter microphone design. ECM-HW2 doesn't get in the way of movement, and the wearer isn't conscious of the microphone, for natural, spontaneous behavior.