Designed for 360° immersive applications, the Sennheiser AMBEO VR 3D Microphone for Immersive Audiois a microphone intended to bring the full vision of VR content creators to life in all its four-channel glory. Indeed, the microphone utilizes four KE 14 capsules situated in a tetrahedral arrangement to ensure that from wherever you're standing, the AMBEO will record the surrounding audio in a spherical manner, resulting in true Ambisonics recordings.

The science behind these principles is a bit arduous to lay out in the space provided for this description (indeed, multiple dissertations have been written about the Ambisonics format—developed by the British National Research Development Council in the 1970s); the principles are, however, of interest to the VR community, which utilize the technique to capture truly immerse aspects of any given sonic picture, giving you the left, right, bottom, top and center of the image in a way especially suited to the VR experience.

To help in working with the resulting audio in post-production, the microphone comes with a format encoder that will work in AU, AAX, VST, and standalone formats. Also included are a Rycote suspension mount, a split-cable designed to connect the microphone to four separate XLR terminations, and a windshield.

Open Box Products Have a Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty    Ideal for Capturing Audio Used in VR    4 Matched KE 14 Cardioid Capsules    Tetrahedral Arrangement of Capsules    Captures Immersive "Spherical" Audio    Operates in Ambisonics Technique    Rugged & Portable for Various Locations    Includes A-B Format Converter Software    Operates in AU, AAX, VST & Standalone    Includes Cable, Mount & Wind Shield

The AMBEO VR Mic has been developed in cooperation with VR content producers and fine-tuned in conjunction with participants from across the audio and VR communities. Thus, the mic caters exactly to the needs of VR content creators, facilitating the audio capture of any location, and enabling the listener to be immersed in a way commensurate with the visual component of the VR experience.

The AMBEO VR Mic is an Ambisonics microphone fitted with four matched KE 14 capsules in a tetrahedral arrangement. This design allows you to capture the sound that surrounds you from a single point. As a result, you get a fully spherical, Ambisonics picture to match VR video/spherical 360° content.

• Single-point microphone for Virtual Reality content.
• 4 matched capsules in a tetrahedral cluster.
• Captures spherical, fully spatial audio in Ambisonics format.
• Well suited to work with 360°/VR video capture.
• Portable and rugged to meet the demands of various recording conditions.

• A-B format converter (for use in post-production).
• Available as a VST, AAX, and AU plugin for DAWs. 
• Operable in standalone.
• Plug-in can correct the microphone's physical positioning and rotate its direction.
• Plug-in allows for different output standards, including YouTube 360 video.
• A to B format encoder included: VST, AAX, AU and standalone versions (for Mac and Windows).

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can the "Split cable 4XLR" be purchased separately as a spare?

A: The split cable included with the Sennheiser AMBEO VR 3D Microphone has a DIN12 connector on one side and splits to four XLR 3-pin male connectors on the other side. The cable is not currently available to purchase separately through retailers but you should be able to purchase a replacement/spare directly through Sennheiser.

Q: 2. I bought this & it came in today; however, it didn't include the power cord. What's up with that?

A: The power cord is listed as "in the box": https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1579528-REG/sennheiser_508683_ambeo_soundbar.html In the Box Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar 250W Virtual 5.1.4-Channel Soundbar Remote Control CR2032 Battery 3.3' HDMI Cable Room Calibration Microphone with 16.4' Cable Microphone Holder Power Cable Limited 2-Year Warranty

Q: 3. How does Sonos Arc power compare to the 1000 Watts of the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra?

A: Both are very good soundbars. If you're already into the Sonos ecosystem or want the simplicity of installation i would go with the Sonos. If space isn't an issue and are focused purely focused on movies, the Nakamicihi may be a good choice for you.

Q: 4. Is there a furry wind muff that will work with this mic? Thanks.

A: For the best wind protection, we recommend using Rycote Windshield item# RYBBG25 + Windjammer Item# RYBBGWJ

Q: 5. Is this product compatible with the DAZ family of 3D animation software and 3D models?

A: Daz Studio can import standard BioVision Hierarchy mo-cap animation data called “BVH”. The Sony Mocopi app exports BVH data, This should allow you to use the data with any platform that supports importing BVH data.

Q: 6. Will I have a problem if I have a slanted ceiling?

A: Yes, with the room calibration done it shouldn't be an issue.

Q: 7. sonos 5 with sonos arc?

A: Yes, you can use a Play 5 with the Arc.

Q: 8. Is this compatible with the 2022 Sony Bravia XR95K HDR Mini LED 75" TV ?

A: The Sennheiser AMBEO 400W 7.1.4-Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar Plus BH #SEAMBEOSBP will work with the Sony BRAVIA XR X95K 75" 4K HDR Smart Mini-LED TV BH #SOXR75X95K.

Q: 9. How can I utilize full capabilities of the Sonos Arch without an eARC HDMI port on my "one connect" for Samsung UN65KS8500 TV? I purchased an Arcana adapter to bridge the gap and I can't get any support from them except via email that takes more than a day and it's one questions at a time.

A: The only available input on the Sonos Arc Soundbar (Black), B&H # SOARCG1B, is for an HDMI ARC/eARC connection. Without an HDMI connection, not all of the features will be available, such as CEC volume control.

Q: 10. Is this new or open box?

A: The Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar MAX 250W Virtual 5.1.4-Channel Soundbar (B&H # SEAMBEOSB) is brand new in the original manufacturer's packaging.