Neumann KMS 104

Neumann's KMS104 microphone has been developed to optimally transmit the human voice with respect to the demanding conditions present on the live stage.The high acoustic resolution and smooth frequency response of the microphone ensures that the musician has optimal control of the stage performance at all times. Especially due to its low self-noise... moreand crosstalk behavior, which is free of coloration, the KMS104 is ideal for use with in-ear monitoring systems.The KMS104 has a condenser microphone capsule with a cardioid directional characteristic which provides the best possible suppression of sounds originating from behind the microphone.IncludesKMS104 MicrophoneSG105 Stand ClampPadded Nylon BagFeaturesExcellent transparency for vocals/speechCardioid polar pattern with excellent feedback rejectionWithout off-axis colorationTransformerless outputEffective pop shielding without any side effectsSet includes stand clampSpecificationsAcoustical Operating Principle: Pressure gradient transducerDirectional Pattern: CardioidFrequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHzSensitivity at 1kHz into 1kΩ: 4.5mV/PaRated Impedance: 50ΩRated Load Impedance: 1 kΩEquivalent Noise Level, CCIR*: 28dBEquivalent Noise Level, A-Weighted*: 18dB-ASignal-to-Noise Ratio, CCIR* (rel. 94dB SPL): 66dBSignal-to-Noise Ratio, A-Weighted* (rel. 94dB SPL): 76dB*According to IEC60268-1; CCIR-weighting according to CCIR468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC61672-1, RMSMaximum SPL for THD 0.5%**: 150dB**Measured as equivalent elec. input signalMaximum Output Voltage: 12dBuDyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted): 132dBSupply Voltage (P48, IEC1938): 48V +/-4VCurrent Consumption (P48, IEC1938): 3.5mAMatching Connector: 3-pin XLR-FWeight: approx. 300gDiameter x Length: 48 x 180mmColor: Nickel Neumann KMS 104 Cardioid Condenser Stage Microphone for Vocals, Nickel.

Neumann's KMS 104 microphone has been developed to optimally transmit the human voice with respect to the demanding conditions present on the live stage. The high acoustic resolution and smooth frequency response of the microphone ensures that the musician has optimal control of the stage performance at all times. Especially due to its low self-noi... morese and crosstalk behavior, which is free of coloration, the KMS 104 is ideal for use with in-ear monitoring systems. The KMS 104 has a condenser microphone capsule with a cardioid directional characteristic which provides the best possible suppression of sounds originating from behind the microphone.IncludesKMS104-BK MicrophoneSG 105 Stand ClampPadded Nylon BagFeaturesExcellent transparency for vocals/speechCardioid polar pattern with excellent feedback rejectionWithout off-axis colorationTransformerless outputEffective pop shielding without any side effectsSet includes stand clampAcousticThe studio condenser capsules used in the microphone versions provide the basis for transmitting all the nuances of the human voice. In comparison with other handheld microphones, which operate mostly with dynamic capsules, the KMS series has a particularly high acoustic transparency, a wide frequency range and a fine resolution of transients.In KMS microphones, carefully adjusted acoustic filters and transformerless impedance converters that can handle very high sound pressure levels prevent the microphones from being overloaded even by strong plosive sounds.In spite of excellent pop protection, sibilants and "S" sounds are transmitted with their natural accentuation, as is possible only with condenser microphones. Furthermore, the above-mentioned acoustic filters are designed so that the distinctive directional characteristics of the capsules are preserved even in the bass range. The filters thus ensure a very high level of feedback protection for the KMS 104 vocal microphone when it's used with a stage sound system.ElectricalSince vocal microphones are typically addressed at close range, for the bass frequency response of the microphones, electronic compensation is used for the proximity effect in the respective capsules. In addition, the microphone has an invariable, built-in high-pass filter with a cutoff frequency of 120 Hz (–3 dB, measured in a free sound field). The dynamic range of the KMS microphones is 132 dB, and the maximum sound pressure level is 150 dB.The low self-noise level of only 18 dB A permits the microphones to be used at high gain levels without the risk of additional noise. Even at large distances, the microphones thus operate with a high signal-to-noise ratio, facilitating the freedom of movement and creativity that are important to the artist.Due to the transformerless output circuit, the microphone signals can be transmitted even through long cables without loss of sound.MechanicalMicrophones designed for use on stage require a particularly robust construction. Therefore, the KMS 104