🎙️ Sony XLR-H1 XLR Handle Unit
Professional Audio Grip for FX3 / FX30 – Dual XLR & 3.5mm Inputs
✅ Compatible Products
- Sony ILME-FX3
- Sony FX30 (All variants)
- Requires a Multi Interface (MI) Smart Shoe.
Not compatible with standard cold shoe cameras.
📦 In The Box
- 1 × Sony XLR-H1 XLR Handle Unit
Note: Camera, microphones, and XLR cables are NOT included.
🔍 Product Overview
The Sony XLR-H1 is the official, factory-designed handle for the FX3 and FX30 cinema cameras. It transforms your camera into a professional audio recording station without the need for external power supplies or messy cables.
Attaching directly via the MI Smart Shoe, it provides lossless digital audio transmission, ensuring pristine sound quality. Its ergonomic design offers a comfortable grip for low-angle shots, while its multiple mounting threads allow you to expand your rig with monitors, lights, or wireless audio receivers.
✨ Key Features
🎙️ Professional Audio Inputs
- Dual XLR/TRS Combo Jacks: Supports professional microphones with +48V Phantom Power.
- 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack: Connect consumer-grade microphones or wireless receivers.
- 4-Channel Recording: Records audio in 24-bit quality directly to the camera.
📡 Lossless Digital Transmission
- Connects via the MI Smart Shoe for direct digital audio transfer.
- Eliminates analog noise and signal degradation common in line-in cables.
🤲 Ergonomic Grip & Build
- Designed for comfortable handheld operation, especially during low-angle shots.
- Provides stability and control without adding excessive bulk.
🧩 Rig Expansion Ready
- Features three accessory threads (1/4"-20 UNC) on the handle.
- Securely mount external monitors, recorders, LED lights, or wireless mic units.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
💡 Usage Tips
- No Batteries Needed: The XLR-H1 draws power directly from the camera via the MI Shoe—no extra power source required.
- Digital Purity: Always use the MI Shoe connection to benefit from lossless digital audio and avoid ground loop noise.
- Rig Building: Use the three 1/4"-20 threads to create a balanced setup with a top monitor and a side-mounted microphone.
- Phantom Power: Remember to enable +48V phantom power in the camera menu when using condenser XLR microphones.
⚠️ Important Notes
- MI Shoe Exclusive: This handle is specifically designed for the MI Smart Shoe. It is not compatible with standard cold shoe mounts.
- Firmware Dependency: Ensure your FX3/FX30 firmware is updated to the latest version for full functionality.
- Weight Consideration: While balanced, adding accessories to the handle will shift the camera's center of gravity.