AMBEO 3D VR Microphone by Sennheiser
Sennheiser AMBEO 3D VR Microphone - Pre-polarized Condenser Microphone, Ambisonics
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Sennheiser - AMBEO VR Mic
Ambisonics Microphone
360° spatial audio recordingThe Sennheiser AMBEO VR Mic makes capturing real spatial sound just as easy as any stereo recording. Removing the need to set up several microphones, this saves you time, money and manpower. Using the AMBEO VR Mic also means you’ll never need to add other sounds in the mix to achieve stunning 3D sound.
Designed especially for 360° spatial audio recording, the easy-to-use AMBEO VR Mic is an ambisonic microphone featuring four matched KE 14 capsules in a tetrahedral arrangement. This special design enables you to capture the surrounding sound from one single point. Resulting in a fully spherical ambisonics sound to suit your VR video/spherical 360 content.
The AMBEO VR Mic is designed to work together with specialized high-end software and hardware. For example, ideal companions for the AMBEO VR Mic are field recorders like the Zoom F8, digital audio workstations such as the Avid Pro Tools HD or the Cockos Reaper and binaural decoders e. g. from Noise Makers. Output is possible via HMD, VR Game Engine or 360° Social Media platforms.
200 ΩImpedance
20Hz - 20kHzFrequency Response
130 dBMax SPL
Amazing Features
• Captures immersive spatial audio, perfect for capturing VR audio
• Includes proprietary A-B converter in VST and AAX plugins
• Comes with cables, suspension mount and windshield
• Records with Ambisonics technology
Developed With You In Mind
smooth workflowBy means of the VR Creators Program Sennheiser made sure to include the professionals of the industry in the realization of the AMBEO VR Mic right from the start.
As a result, Sennheiser developed a comprehensive product package including several well-conceived accessories that allow for a smooth workflow, and the A-B encoder software that works as a plugin can be seamless embedded in your post-production process.
Shape The Future of Audio
Ambisonics TechnologyAmbisonics is a multi-channel technology that lets you spherically capture the sound coming from all directions, at a single point in space. For playback this representation is rendered binaurally, allowing you to virtually rotate the orientation of the perspective in all directions, horizontally and vertically.
Ambisonics is supported by every major post-production and playback tools on the market today. This makes ambisonics the appropriate tool for Virtual Reality and all other applications involving 3D sound.
AMBEO A-B Converter Plugin
Enhanced ListeningThe capsules of the Sennheiser AMBEO VR Mic provide A-format, a raw 4-channel output that has to be converted into a new set of 4 channels, the Ambisonics B-format. This is achieved by the specifically designed Sennheiser AMBEO A-B converter plugin, which is available as free download for VST, AU and AAX format for your preferred Digital Audio Workstation for both PC and Mac.
B-format is a W, X, Y, Z representation of the sound field around the microphone. W being the sum of all 4 capsules, whereas X, Y and Z are three virtual bi-directional microphone patterns representing front/back, left/right and up/down. Thus, any direction from the microphone can be auditioned by the listener during playback of Ambisonics B.
Sennheiser Quality
Peace of MindSennheiser have a history of 70 years as a trusted and innovative company, developing incredible professional microphones with high-quality capsules.
With the AMBEO VR Mic you can expect a lot from the Sennheiser brand: reliable, robust German-engineered products. Sennheiser consistently deliver and provide excellent customer support along with as a 2-years warranty with every product.
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specifications | Type | Condenser |
|---|---|
| Polar Pattern | 4 x Cardioid, Ambisonic |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Max SPL | 130 dB SPL (1kHz at 1% THD) |
| Output Impedance | 200 ohms |
| Self Noise | 18 dB (A weighted) |
| Features | Sperical surround sound pickup |
| Contents Included | AMBEO VR Mic, Balanced split cable 4x XLRs 3-pins, Extension cable, 1.5m, DIN12F to DIN12M, Rycote suspension mount, Foam wind shield, Proprietary A-B encoder, available in VST plugins (Mac OS X and Windows) and AAX plugins (Mac OS X) |
| Connector | Multi-pin output jack, 4 x XLR balanced splitter cable |
| Power Source | 48V phantom power |
