Neumann KMS 104 Bk

Neumann KMS-104, condenser microphone for stage vocal applications, cardioid pattern. The KMS series microphones have a fine frequency response, high acoustic resolution, and low self-noise and crosstalk. The integrated acoustic filters and impedance converters protect the microphone from loud, occlusive sounds. Despite excellent pop protection, sibilant sounds and 'S' sounds are transmitted with natural emphasis, while the integrated filters ensure high-level feedback protection.

Since vocal microphones are used up close, electronic compensation is employed for low frequencies at the capsule to recreate the proximity effect. Additionally, the KMS series microphones have an integrated invariant high-pass filter with a low-frequency cut-off at 120Hz (-3dB measured). The dynamic range of the KMS series microphones is 132 dB, and the maximum sound pressure level is 150dB. The self-noise is only 18dB, allowing for high gain levels without additional noise risk. Due to transformerless circuits, microphone signals can be transmitted over long distances without loss.

The KMS series includes 3 models, KMS-104, KMS-104 Plus, and KMS-105. KMS-104 and KMS-104 Plus have a cardioid condenser capsule that allows for the suppression of sounds from behind the microphone. KMS-105 has a supercardioid pattern and is ideal for applications where all sounds originating from the complete 180° hemisphere behind the microphone need to be suppressed. Compared to KMS-104, KMS-104 Plus has an extended low-frequency response, being optimized and recommended for female voices in rock and pop styles.

• polar pattern: cardioid
• frequency range: 20Hz -20kHz
• impedance: 50 Ohms
• S/N ratio: 76 dB
• max SPL (THD0.5%): 150dB
• dynamic range: 132dB
• weight: 300g
• dimensions: 48 x 180 mm
• includes microphone mount (SG-105) and transport case