Digital Home Thoughts: Sony UWP Wireless Microphone Package

Product Category: Wireless microphone
Manufacturer: Sony
Where to Buy: Total Audio
Price: UWP-C1 - £595; ECM-77BC - £245
System Requirements: XLR or 3.5mm audio input
Specifications: Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer, transmitter is 63mm wide x 100mm tall x 27mm deep and weighs approx 140g including batteries, receiver is 63mm x 100mm x 20mm and weighs approx 180g including batteries.

Pros:

• Easy to set up;
  
• Locking sockets prevent cables coming loose;
  
• Clear audio with signal strength indicator.

Cons:

• Supplied microphone is a bit big.

Summary:
Wireless microphones are great for picking up sound where you need it, without the constraints of cables. The Sony UWP package is a reasonably priced transmitter, receiver and lavelier microphone with some good design decisions.

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