WMS-5
WMS-5 Double M-S surround microphone (no cable)
The Sanken WMS-5 is a professional field microphone designed for five-channel surround capturing. Dual M-S stereo capsules are placed to maintain precise phase-coherence and accurate five-channel surround audio reproduction. Five discrete balanced XLR outputs send audio to separate recorder tracks, mixer channels, etc. M-S to left/right stereo matrix circuitry is built into the microphone. The WMS-5 delivers the audio quality and surround capturing flexibility that will prove ideal for feature film audio, broadcast audio, sound design recording and more.
Main Benefits
- Five Channel Surround
- Dual M-S Capsules
- Five Discrete Output Channels
Description
- Five Channel Surround
- The WMS-5 is designed to capture and reproduce audio in five-channel surround.
- Dual M-S Capsules
- Dual M-S stereo capsules 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.
Tech Specs
| Transducer | DC Biased Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | 5-Channel Surround |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz to 20kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Mono - Less than 20dB (A) Stereo - Less than 22dB (A) Surround - Less than 22dB (A) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | More than 120dB |
| Power Requirements | Universal Phantom Feeding DC48V +/- 4V (per channel) |
| Output Impedance | 120 ohms +/- 30% |
| Output Connectors | 3-pin XLR x5 |
| Pad | No |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | No |
| Dimensions (LxDiameter) | 9.25 x 1.09" (234.9 x 27.8mm) |
| Weight | 8.28 oz (235g) |
