WMS-5

Common name: Sanken WMS-5

Production Status: In production

The WMS-5 is a compact light weight double M-S 5.0 surround microphone with internal decoding matrix providing phase coherent 5 channel surround sound. It offers discrete L, C, R, LS, & RS outputs. WMS-5 utilises extensive M-S stereo research conducted in conjunction with Japan’s NHK. It is ideal for on location multichannel audio recording, HDTV broadcasting and film. The WMS-5 is easily mounted on a camera, boom pole, or pistol grip. Using an exclusive Mid-Side-Mid capsule design with an internal matrix, the WMS-5 provides 5 channel surround sound: discrete Left, Center, Right, Left Surround, and Right Surround outputs from one microphone. The “M” capsule is used for both Center with shotgun directivity and front Left and Right. The “S” signal is used for both front Left and Right and rear Left Surround, Right Surround. The rear “M” capsule is used for Left Surround and Right Surround. All capsules are aligned vertically on the same axis for precise phase coherence.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
50Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
44.7 mV/Pa
Max SPL
120
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
22 dB-A
Output Impedance
120Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Phantom 48 only
Supply Current
4 mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
Proprietary 12-pin multicore
Connector notes
12pin on microphone head
Available Colours
Black
Weight
235 g
Length
235 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
27.5 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
WMS-5 Vinyl Case. WSC-535/2.0 Breakout Cable. 12 pin to 5 x XLRM 3 pin.
Optional
WGS-5 Suspension without Grip.