Description

Introducing the Panasonic Lumix DMW-DMS1E

The Panasonic Lumix DMW-DMS1E is a wireless, multidirectional, all-in-one microphone designed for video creators and audiovisual professionals seeking precise and flexible sound capture. Thanks to its 4-channel electret condenser microphone, it allows for recording multiple audio sources with professional quality while remaining compact and easy to use.

A compact and versatile microphone for audio recording

The DMW-DMS1E offers several directional modes to adapt audio recording to different shooting environments. Users can choose between various polar patterns such as front cardioid , front supercardioid , rear supercardioid , bidirectional supercardioid , or even 90° stereo and 120° wide stereo modes . This flexibility allows for optimized sound recording depending on the shooting setup.

To improve sound quality in challenging conditions, the microphone also features wind and noise reduction with multiple levels (OFF / STD / HI). These functions ensure a clean signal even when recording outdoors or in noisy environments.

Audio control is also very precise thanks to gain settings (-20 dB, 0 dB, +20 dB) and an adjustable audio level from -18 dB to +12 dB . An LMT (limiter) system with OFF, ON, or AUTO modes helps prevent clipping and ensures stable recording.

Professional audio quality

The Panasonic Lumix DMW-DMS1E offers a frequency response of 40 Hz to 20 kHz, a dynamic range of 105 dB or more , and a signal-to-noise ratio of at least 77 dB. The microphone also supports a maximum sound pressure level of at least 122 dBSPL, making it suitable for a wide range of shooting situations.

It supports multiple recording formats with sampling rates up to 96 kHz and a 32-bit floating-point depth , allowing for detailed and usable recordings in post-production. The Backup Audio Recording function can also record additional tracks to ensure a safe audio capture.

Case studies

During documentary filming, the front supercardioid mode allows the subject’s voice to be isolated while reducing ambient noise.

For capturing ambient sound or a wide shot, the 90° stereo or 120° wide stereo modes offer a natural spatial reproduction.

In a windy outdoor environment, activating the wind reduction combined with the included windscreen significantly improves the clarity of the audio signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What types of directivity does this microphone offer?

The microphone offers several modes: front cardioid, front supercardioid, rear supercardioid, bidirectional and stereo, allowing audio capture to be adapted to different scenarios.

2. What is the frequency response of the Panasonic Lumix DMW-DMS1E?

It covers a range from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, allowing for detailed reproduction of voices and soundscapes.

3. Can the audio recording be made secure?

Yes, thanks to the Backup Audio Recording function which records additional tracks to prevent any signal loss.

4. Does the microphone have a noise reduction system?

Yes, it incorporates wind reduction and noise reduction settings with multiple levels to improve audio quality.

5. What recording formats are supported?

The microphone supports recordings up to 96 kHz with 24-bit or 32-bit floating-point depths and up to 4 audio channels.

Highlights of the Panasonic Lumix DMW-DMS1E

• Multidirectional microphone offering several recording modes suitable for video shooting.
• 4-channel electret condenser microphone for precise and flexible audio capture.
• Frequency response 40 Hz20 kHz for detailed sound reproduction.
• Recording up to 96 kHz and 32-bit floating point for professional audio quality.
• Advanced wind and noise reduction features for clean recordings in real-world environments.