Sennheiser launches Profile Wireless audio multitool
Sennheiser has introduced Profile Wireless, a two-channel, 2.4GHz wireless microphone system that connects to mobile phones, cameras or computers, and can be used as a clip-on mic, handheld mic or table-top microphone – whatever the situation demands.
“We cannot imagine content creation today without compact 2.4GHz mic systems, and I am really proud that Sennheiser is adding an all-in-one microphone system to its portfolio that truly makes a difference for creators and videographers,” said Hendrik Millauer, product manager, broadcast and film, at Sennheiser. “We’ve outfitted Profile Wireless with many exciting features that will help users to capture audio more reliably, longer, and more flexibly than was possible before.”
“It was important to us that Profile Wireless can master a diverse set of recording requirements, while being as compact and portable as possible,” says Callie Blake, category marketing manager, creators. “The range of use cases for Profile Wireless is impressive.”
With the included adaptors, the receiver connects to the filming device of choice, and lets the creator monitor the audio via a dedicated headphone output. The mini-mics of the system clip to the clothing or can be attached using the included magnetic mounts.
“While the clip-on mics ensure signature Sennheiser audio quality and are quite unobtrusive, there may still be instances where a creator or videographer would like to work with separate lavalier mics, so there’s a lockable 3.5 mm TRS jack for connecting external mics,” added Blake.
When a mobile phone is used for capturing video, the Profile Wireless receiver is connected with the included Lightning or mini-USB adaptor. Thanks to a gyro-sensor, the receiver display automatically rotates by 180° to remain clearly legible.
There are recording situations where a handheld microphone is an ideal choice, for example for reporter-style pieces to camera, and interviews where the creator needs more control over the conversation or is speaking with varying interviewees. For this application, the creator simply inserts a clip-on mic into the charging bar, puts the included big foam windshield on and a fully-fledged reporter’s microphone is ready for the job.
All Profile Wireless components come with mounting threads for standard accessories such as table stands. Thus, the system can also be used as a desktop mic
Each Profile Wireless clip-on microphone has 16GB memory for internal recording. When the creator activates Backup Recording Mode, internal recording will be automatically turned on if the wireless signal should become too weak. In addition, a Safety Channel Mode outputs and records backup audio at a lower volume to help protect against clipping.
“The clip-on microphone has 24-bit recording capability, and records simultaneously at two different audio levels”, said Blake. “This not only reduces the risk of clipped audio, but also maximises the usable dynamic range of the capsule.”
Range is ample, at up to 245m in line of sight, and up to 150m line of sight when taking body blocking into account.
“Right from the start of product development, we involved seasoned videographers and content creators to see what they wished for from a compact wireless audio system, and how existing products could be improved upon,” shared Millauer. “So we’ve come up with a few exciting usability features that make Profile Wireless a gem among 2.4GHz systems.
“Profile Wireless is the first and at present only compact 2.4GHz wireless system that has a handheld option integrated, and this option gives you a real 15+ hours of runtime, while with other sets, you cannot use the mics when the system is being recharged.
“Usability features like the auto-rotating receiver display, the fact that no app is required, and the diverse mounting options – only Sennheiser has thread mounts on the components – make for smooth workflows in content creation. And while there may be lighter clip-on mics on the market, they do not have internal recording or a connector for an external lav mic.”