The microphone and amplifier circuits have been completely redesigned to achieve superior frequency response and a maximum sound pressure level of 140dB SPL. The result is astounding, ultra high quality sound.

To get the most out of basic performance such as frequency response and directional characteristics, focus was placed on the size of the microphone casings and the shape of the openings. The left and right microphone units are angled outward at a 90 degrees angle to achieve a stereo sound with a natural ambience.

Optimally designed microphone chambers keep the production of unwanted reflected sound (noise) to a minimum.

24V/48V phantom power compatible XLR and standard phone combo jacks

The LS-100 comes with 24V/48V phantom power compatible XLR and standard phone combo jacks. This means that you can connect a guitar, bass, keyboard, or other musical instrument directly to the LS-100. The recorder incorporates an independent instrumentation amplifier so noise is reduced to achieve a high S/N ratio even when a very long cable is used.

When connecting a monaural device, connect it to the L combo jack. Connect a musical instrument that outputs stereo such as a keyboard to both the L and R combo jacks.

When connecting a dynamic microphone or condenser microphone, connect it to either the L or R combo jack. When phantom power is required, turn on the XLR Power switch for the XLR and standard phone combo jack to which the microphone is connected.

The recording levels can be finely adjusted even if different devices are connected to the left and right XLR/standard phone combo jacks.

The following is an example of creating a one-person band by playing various instruments in succession and then mixing the recordings together.

Record the drums first on Track 1 to set the tempo of the performance. Connect headphones to check the exact tempo with the metronome function.

Record the bass on Track 2 while listening to the drums of Track 1. Any mistakes or corrections will not affect Track 1 so you can re-record as many times as you want.

Record the guitar on Track 3 while playing back either just Track 1 or both Track 1 and Track 2.

Record the vocals on Track 4 while playing back Tracks 1 to 3 that you recorded up to now. You can even record additional tracks for the sub vocals of the chorus and harmonic parts yourself.

Up to eight tracks can be mixed at the same time. All operations are possible with the screen level meters including using the mute function to turn on or off each track, using the volume controls to adjust the volume balance of parts, and using the left and right balance (pan function) to adjust the positional relationship of musical instruments, so anybody can make music they will be satisfied with.

The completed audio file can be written to a data CD in a directly connected commercially available CD drive. You can also convert the file to MP3 and then distribute it over the Internet via a PC.

Professional videos combined with hifi sound: The LS-100 Linear PCM Recorder and Olympus OM-D^[*]

While the OM-D already offers impressive audio recording capabilities, anyone who wishes to record in hifi quality should make use of an external Linear PCM audio recorder, such as the one from the Olympus LS series. Connect the Olympus OM-D E-M1/E-M5 Mark II and the Olympus LS-100 with a separately available audio cable. The LS-100 records in the highest possible audio quality while the camera captures the video images in Full HD splendor. Use the enclosed USB cable for synchronised PCM audio and video movie recording. The recorder can be easily connected to the camera hot-shoe using a separately available adapter. The LS-100 can generate a quick "slate tone," which adds a simultaneous quick tone to both the audio track on the PCM recorder and in-camera audio, making the separate audio tracks easy to sync up in post-production.
 

• User guide: How to use the “slate tone” feature (PDF)

Overdubbing for recording sound on top of existing recorded data

Existing recorded data can be overdubbed. While similar to the multitrack function, this is a way to enjoy overdubbing in a simpler and more direct way. For private enjoyment, you can even use sources such as music CDs to make an original recording in which you perform together with pro musicians. This is also a useful feature for karaoke-type uses, for adding sound effects such as the bustle of the city, train sounds or bird calls, and for adding subtle arrangements on top of existing data to make something original.

There is a metronome function that can be used for practicing an instrument as well as a rhythm guide during recording.

Metronome settings
Count down / Tempo / Rhythm pattern / Sound / Volume

You can use the low cut filter to cut the noise in two steps according to the types of noise, such as that of an air conditioner, projector, and wind.

• Cut low frequency noise of 300 Hz or less: Cutting of various types of low-frequency noises.
• Cut low frequency noise of 100 Hz or less: Used when you want to cut, for example, the air conditioner noise that interferes with the recording of the low frequency sound.

You can use the dedicated remote control RS30W (sold separately) to start and stop recording remotely.