Neumann SKM185 (Hypercardioid - Black (Pair))

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Neumann SKM185 (Hypercardioid - Black (Pair))

Item ID: KM185Pair

Small-diaphragm Stereo Pair Hypercardioid Condenser Mics - Black

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Hypercardioid - Black (Pair) - $1699.95

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From Our Research Team:

A pair of Neumanns for stereo recording!

The Neumann KM 185 offers studio owners and musicians the incredible dynamic range, low self-noise, and professional performance that have made the KM Series so popular. The hypercardioid KM 185 has already been recognized by recording engineers and producers for its ability to capture a precise, clean sound from a variety of acoustic instruments. Sweetwater has had a great response from our customers on the mics in the KM Series. Any time you need exceptional audio pickup in a tight spot and need to minimize bleed, the hypercardioid KM 185 will easily handle the job!

Neumann KM 185 Stereo Pair Features:

Designed especially to attenuate off-axis sound (lateral and rear) from other nearby instruments
Great as an XY stereo pair
Overhead, toms
Produces especially warm and bass supporting sound for artists who perform in proximity effect range
Transformerless circuitry
Trouble-free operation also with unbalanced equipment (e.g., DAT recorders)
Acoustical operating principle: Pressure/Pressure gradient transducer
Directional pattern: hypercardioid
Frequency range: 20Hz-20kHz
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%2): 142dB

Neumann KM 185 - Neumann quality in a stereo pair of pencil condensers!

Specification	Detail
Microphone Type	Condenser
Mono/Stereo	Stereo Pair
Polar Pattern	Hypercardioid
Frequency Response	20Hz-20kHz
Max SPL	142dB SPL
Output Impedance	50 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio	79dB (A weighted)
Self Noise	15dB-A (A weighted)
Low Cut Filter	No Filter
Pads	No Pad
Color	Matte Black
Connector	XLR
Weight	.18 lb.
Manufacturer Part Number	008525

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