This matched pair of ELM-A microphones from Pearl Microphone Labs ELM-A Stereo Condenser Micprovides musicians, engineers, and producers with a pair of large-diaphragm condensers with continuously variable polar patterns designed for professional stereo studio recording. At the heart of the ELM-A lies the rubber-fitted ELM capsule, a unique 7:1 rectangular condenser capsule that offers an extremely smooth off-axis response, detailed sound capture, and very-low self noise. This iteration of the ELM series provides dual outputs for each side of the capsule, allowing for seamless polar pattern changes in post-production and giving engineers a powerful tool for fine-tuning critical mixes.

The 7:1 length/width ratio of the capsule means that the polar pattern of the capsule functions like a standard cardioid in the horizontal plane, while vastly reducing the high frequencies, arriving from the vertical plane above and below the mic, a property that can be extremely useful for minimizing unwanted reflections from the floor and ceiling, providing the audio engineer with a valuable tool to handle poor room acoustics and challenging acoustical environments. This unusually narrow horizontal plane makes the ELM-A an excellent choice for choirs, drum overheads, vocals, instruments, string orchestras, symphonies, and ensembles. The transformerless circuitry yields crisp, detailed, and nuanced reproduction of sources with a self noise of only 11 dBA.

Each mic in this matched pair features a 5-pin XLR connector. Please note that dual 3-pin XLR breakout cables are available separately. Two rubber shockmounts and a wooden case are included.

For Professional Studio Recording    Pearl ELM Rectangular Condenser Capsule    Separate Output for Each Side of Capsule    Continuously Variable Polar Pattern    Design Reduces Floor/Ceiling Reflections    Detailed Transient Reproduction    Smooth Off-Axis Response    Transformerless Design, Low Self-Noise    5-Pin to Dual 3-Pin XLR Cables Required    Includes Wooden Box and Shockmount

• Recording the mic's outputs onto two channels provides complete control over the polar pattern while mixing. Use only the front-capsule output for a standard cardioid pattern, while dialing in the rear capsule gives you an omnidirectional pickup. For a figure-of-eight response with a good rejection of 90° off-axis sounds, flip the polarity of the rear capsule.
• This also means that the ELM-A can act as a 180-degree stereo microphone and that it can be used for several stereo configurations, such as M-S or Blumlein.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. what is the main difference between ECM-MS2 and ECM-VG1?

A: The ECM-MS2 has Stereo (M-S) and Mono capabilities, and the ECM-VG is Mono only. The ECM-MS2 is much shorter in length ( 5.5"), making it more suitable for placing on a smaller camera and the ECM-VG is over 8" in length. Both of these microphones require phantom power (40-52 V DC).

Q: 2. Do I need 2 of these adapters and batteries or is one enough to run the camera?

A: One will work. Not quite as fast recycle time as LiIon/rechargable in my EL500. Whether you need 2 depends on how many shots you plan to take before changing the battery. Don't know how many shots you will get from one battery

Q: 3. I recently purchased the SONY PXW-X70 PROFESSIONAL XDCAM CAMCORDER. It comes with an XLR handle with microphone holder, but no mic. Is this the right one to pair with it? Are there other (better) options? I want to outfit the camera right. Thanks.

A: I purchased this microphone over a year ago for my PD150; and I've been very happy with it's performance and ease of use.

Q: 4. Is this microphone works with Sony pxw-fs5m2

A: Yes. This microphone will let you record stereo audio into the camera.

Q: 5. Is this microphone compatible with the Nikon D5 DSLR ?

A: Yes, the Nikon ME-1 Stereo Microphone is fully compatible for use with the Nikon D5 DSLR camera.

Q: 6. Currently Have a Sony ECM-MS957 - Stereo Condenser Microphone with the 5 pin XLR Female outWill this Rode cable isolate 2 mono channels into the male XLRs?

A: Hi Robert, I use this cable with my AT BP4029 stereo microphone and plug the 2 male xlr into my zoom recorder. Each male XLR connector have the signal of each channel. My mic is also MS, so connector 1 carries the Mid, and connector 2 carries the Side channels. I hope this help you

Q: 7. Is this what I need to connect my Azden SGM 1X condenser mic to my sony HDR-CX900 camera 3.5 mm mic input?

A: This is a specialty cable designed for a 5 pin stereo XLR connection. Use this: Kopul LMT100 - Low to High Impedance Matching Transformer (1.5') B&H # KOLMT100

Q: 8. Is this compatible with the Audio-Technica BP4025 stereo mic?

A: Thank you for your question. This cable will function perfectly with the 5-pin output of the BP4025 and to split the stereo signal to separate left and right xlr.

Q: 9. Is there an audio jack within in the mic so I can listen to the sound while recording?

A: There is no jack on the unit. Just a 2-position rotary switch on the back and a cord with a 1/8 stereo plug coming out of it.

Q: 10. I recently purchased the ECM MS2 mic and no where in the instructions or users manual does it tell you how to hook up phantom power. I have the NEX FS700 camera that this mic is for and both channels can be set to use phantom power, but that is if you are using two separate mics. How do I properly set up phantom power for this mic?

A: Phantom power will be On for both XLR inputs so just plug in the microphone in on the left channel of the camera. The microphone disables phantom power for the right capsule if it is not connected to the camera.