Sennheiser has announced that owners of a one-channel or two-channel Profile Wireless set now have access to the latest firmware update v 5.0.0, which adds Bluetooth functionality to the compact microphone system. This functionality creates a minimalist recording set-up; the clip-on mic can be directly paired with mobile phones, laptops, or tablets that offer high-quality Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3 codec) or Bluetooth Classic.
“The free firmware update unlocks new possibilities, enabling creators to eliminate the receiver between the Profile Wireless clip-on mic and their mobile phone,” said product manager Hendrik Millauer. “This clears the smartphone connector for other usage and makes the setup as compact as possible
Depending on the model, the latest firmware update v 5.0.0 allows the Profile Wireless clip-on mic to be directly paired with a mobile phone via Bluetooth LE Audio or Bluetooth Classic. As usual, the clip-on mic can be fitted with an external lavalier mic, creating a very unobtrusive miking solution. Connecting an external microphone will automatically disable the built-in mic. Additionally, the clip-on mic can also be used as a mini-transmitter for an unobtrusive external lavalier mic
“For highest audio quality, the Profile Wireless receiver is a must,” added Millauer. “LE Audio with LC3 will provide creators with good audio quality and latency for any recording where ease of use and compactness are paramount. With a Bluetooth Classic connection, broad compatibility to smart devices and laptops is given, but users will have to sacrifice some of the quality that the future-proof Bluetooth LE Audio offers today.”
The new firmware version v 5.0.0 can be downloaded from the Profile Wireless product page, while the online manual has been updated with information on the Bluetooth mode.
