Sony Professional XLR Microphone Preamp for PCMD1

by Sony

Product Features

• The optional XLR-1 adapter has two balanced XLR inputs and switchable 48 volt phantom power
• Incorporates high quality microphone balancing transformers
• The XLR-1 audio signal path is passive to insure high sound quality
• Internal battery holder with four AA batteries
• Flexible mounting onto PCM-D1/PCM-D50 recorders

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000WUATRM
• Item model number: XLR1
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #89,144 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

The XLR-1 is ideal for portable recording applications with professional microphones requiring 48 volt phantom power and XLR connections. The XLR-1 adapter has two balanced XLR inputs and switchable 48 volt phantom power. It can be mounted onto the bottom of the PCM-D1 or on-the-side (using supplied mounting hardware). Supplied with 4 AA batteries Battery life-Approximately 40 hours (when using 2 mA + 2mA microphones and alkaline AA batteries).

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Extend the possibilities: works with PCM-D1 and PCM-D50, August 20, 2009

By 

Max Hodges (Tokyo, Japan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony Professional XLR Microphone Preamp for PCMD1 (Electronics)

Allows you to attach ANY of the countless available XLR microphones to your PCM-D1 or PCM-50, really increasing the recording possibilities. Comes with a bracket to attach it underneath your recorder, and a separate bracket for mounting side-by-side.

3.0 out of 5 stars NOT a preamp, December 29, 2007

By 

James T. Gill (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony Professional XLR Microphone Preamp for PCMD1 (Electronics)

The title of this product is misleading. This is not a preamp, only an XLR to 1/8 inch adapter. Perfect for minidisc and Sony's new PCM-D recorders. It provides no gain, but nice matched phantom power for microphones. As such, it is a bit overpriced, but it will get the job done.