Neumann KM185 Stereo Set - Nickel

Hypercardioid small diaphragm condenser microphone

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The Neumann KM 185 Stereo Set hypercardioid microphones are based on the tremendously successful KM 184 cardioid microphone, which has become a standard within the global studio community in just a very short time.

At a glance

  • Hypercardioid microphones Pressure gradient transducers
  • Successor of the worldwide successful KM 83/84
  • Transformerless circuitry Trouble-free operation also with unbalanced equipment (e.g., DAT recorders)
  • Set includes windshield and two different microphone clamps
  • Especially for recording situations when it is necessary to attenuate off-axis sound (lateral and rear) from other nearby instruments.
  • As XY stereo pair Overhead, toms
  • To attenuate unwanted sounds of nearby instruments
  • Recording of speech, as in TV, movie and video productions, PA systems
  • Produces especially warm and bass supporting sound for artists who perform in proximity effect range
  • Frequency range: 20 Hz-20 kHz
  • Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 10 mV/Pa
  • Rated impedance: 50 ohms Rated load impedance: 1 kohms
  • Equivalent noise level, CCIR1): 24 dB Equivalent noise level, A-weighted1): 15 dB-A Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94 dB SPL): 70 dB
  • Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94 dB SPL): 79 dB
  • Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%2): 142 dB
  • Maximum output voltage 10 dBu
  • Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V ± 4 V
  • Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): 3.2 mA
  • Matching connectors: XLR 3F
  • Weight approx: 80 g
  • Diameter: 22 mm
  • Length: 107 mm

The Neumann KM 185 Stereo Set hyper-cardioid microphones are based on the tremendously successful KM 184 cardioid microphone, which has become a standard within the global studio community in just a very short time.

The Neumann KM 185 Microphones are suitable for a very wide range of tasks in the radio and television sector. The KM 185 with its hyper-cardioid characteristic features attenuation of sound incidence from the side or rear of about 10 dB, with minimum sensitivity at an angle of 120°.

The Neumann KM 185 Stereo Set is a good choice for all users who look for high-quality miniature microphones.

The Neumann KM 185 Stereo Set Main Features Include:

Available in Nickel or Black. Please specify in notes of order.

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