Sony launches ECM-AX10 mic certified for Eclipsa Audio
The smartphone microphone records spatial sound with four omnidirectional microphones and needs compatible devices or software for playback.
Sony has introduced the ECM-AX10, a smartphone microphone certified for Eclipsa Audio, the 3D spatial audio technology co-developed by Google and Samsung. The microphone records spatial sound using four omnidirectional microphones, according to GIGAZINE.
Eclipsa Audio reproduces height and distance in addition to left-right and front-back positioning, going beyond the two-dimensional placement offered by conventional stereo. Playback of recordings made with the format requires compatible devices or software.
The launch marks a move for Eclipsa Audio beyond playback hardware and platforms into content production tools. Until now the format's consumer presence has centred on YouTube and smart TVs.
From playback to production
AOMedia, the alliance that includes Google and Samsung, published the IAMF specification underlying Eclipsa Audio in 2023. In January of last year, YouTube began supporting uploads of videos containing Eclipsa Audio tracks, and in June of last year Google released a free open-source production plugin for adjusting sound positions and creating videos with spatial audio.
Samsung applied the technology to its 2025 TVs and soundbars, and in May of this year AOMedia published the common playback specification Open Audio Renderer 1.0.
Quick answers
What is the Sony ECM-AX10?
A smartphone microphone certified for Eclipsa Audio that records spatial sound using four omnidirectional microphones.
Do I need special hardware to listen to Eclipsa Audio recordings?
Yes. Playback of Eclipsa Audio recordings requires compatible devices or software.
Who developed Eclipsa Audio?
Eclipsa Audio was co-developed by Google and Samsung.