Sony just launched a new spatial audio microphone for creators: How to preorder now

You can't scroll through TikTok without seeing someone using a pocket mic in their videos.

These little gadgets have become a staple for content creators , and the UGC mic market continues to expand.

Our favorite brands are DJI and Rode, but a hot new bombshell has entered the scene.

On Oct.

8, Sony introduced the ECM-AX10 spatial audio microphone.

Sony ECM-AX10 price and specs Sony's new spatial audio microphone retails for $249.99 and is available for preorder now .

The ECM-AX10 comes with a wind screen to cut down outdoor noises.

Credit: Sony This is the first Eclipsa Audio-certified microphone for smartphones, and it features the following: Four omnidirectional microphone capsules USB-C connection Three recording modes: Ambisonics, binaural, stereo Weight: 24 grams Selfie mode for front and rear alignment 3.5mm headphone output Noise cut filter Included accessories: Wind screen, extension USB-C cable, cold-shoe microphone holder Sony ECM-AX10 Spatial Audio Microphone $249.99 at Amazon Pre-order Here at Amazon Pre-order Here at Sony Pre-order Here at B&H Photo Video What makes the Sony ECM-AX10 different Unlike most pocket mics, the Sony ECM-AX10 attaches directly to your phone — there aren't separate receivers or microphones.

So, you don't have to hold anything or clip anything to your clothes.

It's designed to capture spatial audio, not just voice pickup.

It's ideal for recording live concerts and shows, sporting events, travel, and city walks — any type of content where the background noise is part of the ambiance.

Capture the full sonic scene of a live music session with the ECM-AX10 mic.

Credit: Sony The ECM-AX10 houses four omnidirectional microphone capsules and has three recording formats.

Ambisonics recording uses four mic capsules to capture spatial audio for immersive and Eclipsa Audio production, binaural recording captures audio best for two-channel headphone listening, and stereo recording is your standard two-channel audio for broad speaker compatibility.