The Neumann KM185 A NX is a hypercardioid small diaphragm condenser microphone part of the KM A/KM D microphone system with upgraded components for improved performance over the classic KM100 series.

The Neumann KM185 A boasts a new passive capsule and the new KM A analogue output stage which use the latest in electronic components to deliver improved performance such as lower self-noise, wider dynamic range and high electromagnetic interference rejection.

The KK 185 is a detachable hypercardioid capsule similar to that of the original KM85 and exhibits a 10dB gain reduction from side and rear with a minimum sensitivity occurring at a 120 degree angle.

Neumann KM185 A Main Features:

• Hypercardioid small diaphragm condenser microphone
• Successor to the the KM83/84
• Upgraded components for improved performance
• Includes KK 185 hypercardioid capsule and KM A analogue output stage
• Transformerless circuit
• Pleasing proximity effect when close miking
• Great for XY stereo pairs