NEUMANN KM 183 Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone
Estimated delivery in Italy between 16 and 18 June
Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone
The NEUMANN KM 183 is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone with a frequency-independent omnidirectional polar pattern. Its very natural and transparent sound with extremely low self-noise and high SPL has made the NEUMANN KM 183 a worldwide studio standard for many applications ranging from classical piano to heavy metal drums.
Its omnidirectional pattern is uniform and largely frequency-independent. In practical use, there is no sound coloration over a wide pick-up angle, which is crucial in multi-microphone setups and for precise stereo/surround imaging. The NEUMANN KM 183’s pressure transducer capsule is equalized for a flat frequency response in the diffuse field. In the free field (i.e. close to the sound source), it has a treble boost of about 7 dB at 10 kHz. The innovative transformerless preamplifier offers a wide dynamic range of 127 dB and is carefully designed to preserve the capsule's sonic integrity. The NEUMANN KM 183 has very low self-noise of only 13 dB-A and can handle high sound pressure levels up to 140 dB without distortion. Thanks to its low-impedance output stage, the NEUMANN KM 183 is capable of driving cables up to 300 meters without transmission losses.
The NEUMANN KM 183 is a universal microphone for studio applications. Its transparent sound makes it an excellent microphone for acoustic instruments such as piano, percussion, drums, acoustic guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, choir, and anywhere sonic authenticity is paramount. As a pressure transducer, the NEUMANN KM 183’s low-frequency response is unlimited, making it an excellent choice for orchestral and church organ recordings. Thanks to its excellent off-axis behavior, the NEUMANN KM 183 works very well in stereo and surround settings.
Specifications
- Acoustical operating principle Pressure transducer
- Directional pattern omnidirectional
- Frequency range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 12 mV / Pa ± 1 dB
- Nominal impedance 50 ohms
- Rated load impedance 1 kohms
- Equivalent noise level, CCIR 24 dB
- Equivalent noise level, A-weighted 13 dB-A
- Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% 140 dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re 94 dB SPL) 4 70 dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re 94 dB SPL) 5 81 dB
- Maximum output voltage 10 dBu
- Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 V
- Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 3.2 mA
- Matching connector XLR 3 F
- Color: Silver
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About Neumann
Neumann is the legendary German manufacturer of studio microphones, considered the absolute benchmark in the world of professional audio recording. Founded in Berlin, the company is part of the Sennheiser Group and boasts a tradition of excellence that has defined the standards of the music and broadcast industry. Iconic microphones such as the U 87, TLM 103, and U 67 are found in the best recording studios worldwide and are chosen by artists, sound engineers, and producers for their unparalleled sound quality. Neumann also produces high-end studio monitors and mixing solutions. On musicdelivery.net, you'll find Neumann microphones and monitors for those who refuse to compromise on professional audio quality.
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Returns and refunds
Returns and refunds
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Are the products covered by an official warranty?
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How does the right of withdrawal work?
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