15/03/2026 10:12 pm
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Finally grabbed the ZV-E10 II after using the original for years and man the speed is night and day but I realized my old audio setup is just too clunky now. Im planning a massive solo trip to Tokyo next month and really need to keep the rig small so I dont stand out too much in the crowded markets. Looking for something that actually uses the digital MI shoe so I can ditch the 3.5mm cables entirely since they always get in the way of the flip out screen. My budget is around $200-$300 and I need it to handle loud street noise without peaking.
- Sony ECM-B10?
- Wireless options that dont need a receiver box?
What are you guys actually using on the new mark II that doesnt block the screen or feel too top heavy?
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15/03/2026 10:37 pm
Unfortunately I tried the Sony ECM-B10 Compact Shotgun Microphone and it felt kinda plasticky. Handling noise was a huge issue for me while walking, so it wasnt as good as expected tbh. The Sony ECM-M1 Shotgun Microphone with 8 Modes is way more versatile and handles those loud street peaks much better. Quick tip: always keep the low-cut filter on when you're in the markets to kill that low-end rumble. It saves so much time.
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15/03/2026 10:57 pm
@Reply #2 - good point! Im satisfied with Sony ECM-G1 Shotgun Microphone for size, but Sony ECM-W3 Wireless Microphone System works well for markets.
- G1: Most portable
- W3: Better isolation
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15/03/2026 10:12 pm
Im satisfied with how my digital shoe setups performance worked out.
- Higher bit depth
- Low noise floor The processing handled peaks perfectly during my last trip without clipping.
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24/03/2026 10:12 pm
Helpful thread 👍
