The WMS-5 Five-Channel Surround Microphone from Sanken is a professional field microphone designed to capture audio for five-channel surround recordings. The three capsules (mid-front, side, mid-rear) are placed to maintain precise phase-coherence and deliver accurate five-channel surround sound for HDTV broadcast and film applications.
Five discrete balanced XLR outputs send audio to separate recorder tracks, mixer channels, etc. M-S (mid-side) to left/right stereo matrix circuitry is built into the microphone, making it easy to use. The WMS-5 Five-Channel Surround Microphone delivers high-quality audio and flexibility that is suitable for feature film audio, broadcast audio, sound design recordings, and more.
Five Channel Surround
The WMS-5 is designed to capture and reproduce audio in five-channel surround.
Three Mic Capsules in One Body
The WMS-5 features 3 capsules (2 mid capsules for the front and rear, along with a third capsule for the sides) that are placed for precise phase coherence and accurate surround reproduction.
Five Discrete Output Channels
Five discrete balanced XLR output connectors isolate surround audio to separate mixer channels and recorder tracks.
Sanken WMS-5 Specs
Microphone
| Sound Field | Surround |
| Capsule | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Hypercardioid, Supercardioid |
Performance
| Frequency Range | 50 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 120 dB SPL Peak |
| Impedance | 120 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 44.7 mV/Pa at 1 kHz |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 20 dB A-Weighted 22 dB A-Weighted |
Power
| Operating Voltage | 48 V |
Physical
| Dimensions | : 1.09 x L: 9.25" / : 27.8 x L: 235 mm |
| Weight | 8.29 oz / 235 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 2.75 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 14 x 7 x 5" |
In the Box
- Sanken WMS-5 Five-Channel Surround Microphone
- 12-pin XLR Cable with - L, C, R, LS, and RS 3-pin XLR Connections
- 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty
No posts found
