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  • Neumann KMS 105 MT Super-Cardioid Microphone in Nickel
  • Neumann KMS 105 MT Super-Cardioid Microphone in Nickel
  • Neumann KMS 105 MT Super-Cardioid Microphone in Nickel
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Neumann KMS 105 MT Super-Cardioid Microphone in Nickel

£593.00

This is the Neumann KMS 105 MT Super-Cardioid Microphone in Nickel from Neumann, listed in Condenser Microphones on MicPro. Read More below.

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Description

The Neumann KMS 105 is a premium condenser vocal microphone engineered specifically for live performance, delivering studio-quality sound on stage. Built with a precision-crafted condenser capsule, the KMS 105 provides the clarity, detail and presence associated with Neumann studio microphones while offering the resilience demanded for touring use. Its tight supercardioid pattern provides excellent isolation from unwanted sounds, allowing for high gain before feedback and outstanding control in live environments. Ruggedly constructed, the KMS 105 is resistant to handling noise and can withstand sound pressure levels of up to 150 dB without distortion. A carefully integrated pop screen and low-cut filter ensure vocal clarity even at very close range. At the same time, the transformerless circuitry and low output impedance allow long cable runs without signal loss. Ideal for vocalists, instrumentalists, and broadcasters alike, the KMS 105 excels in any application where pristine sound and reliability are essential.

Key Features:

  • Studio Grade Condenser Capsule:
    Delivers detailed, articulate vocal capture with superior transient response and an airy top end for professional stage performance.
  • Tight Supercardioid Directional Pattern:
    Minimises background noise and feedback, ensuring focused sound pickup and excellent isolation in loud environments.
  • Durable Design with Built-in Pop Protection:
    Features a robust steel grille and multilayer pop filter for reduced plosives, minimal sibilance, and low handling noise on stage.

Optimised for Vocal Clarity on Stage:

The KMS 105 is specifically tuned for close vocal miking, making it a natural choice for live performers who want their voice to cut through the mix. It’s a fixed low-cut filter that compensates for the proximity effect and keeps the low end tight and clear, even when the singer’s mouth is close to the capsule. Unlike many traditional stage microphones, it does not require excessive EQing to achieve clarity, offering a more direct and emotional sound right out of the box.

Exceptional Performance in Demanding Settings:

Whether on a loud stage or in a complex live setup, the KMS 105’s high feedback resistance and extremely low handling noise keep performances clean and consistent. Withstanding SPL levels up to 150 dB without distortion, it is also suitable for high volume instruments such as brass, drums or amplified cabinets. Its robust construction and advanced shielding ensure reliable performance even during extended touring or high-intensity use.

Studio Sound for Home and Broadcast Use:

Beyond the stage, the Neumann KMS 105 is equally well suited for studio, home recording, and broadcasting applications. Its dry, close mic sound is ideal in untreated rooms, minimising ambient pickup and enhancing speech intelligibility. With transformerless circuitry and a low impedance output, it supports long cable runs without signal degradation, making it a reliable tool for professional-grade audio in any setting.

Specifications:

  • Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
  • Directional pattern: Supercardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 4.5 mV/Pa ± 1 dB (equivalent -47 dBV)
  • Rated impedance: 50 ohms
  • Rated load impedance: 1 kohm
  • Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 28 dB
  • Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 18 dB A
  • Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 150 dB
  • Signal to noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL): 66 dB
  • Signal to noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL): 76 dB
  • Maximum output voltage: 12 dBu
  • Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V ± 4 V
  • Current consumption: 3.5 mA
  • Matching connector: XLR 3 F
  • Weight: approx. 300 g
  • Diameter: 48 mm
  • Length: 180 mm

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Neumann

Neumann is one of the most respected microphone manufacturers in professional audio, known for setting industry standards in studio recording and broadcast. Their microphones are prized for exceptional clarity, consistency, and build quality, and are widely used in top studios around the world.

Neumann microphones are commonly chosen for vocals, orchestral recording, and broadcast applications, where accuracy and detail are critical. MicPro suggests Neumann for those seeking uncompromising sound quality and microphones that define professional recording standards.

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Condenser Microphones

Condenser microphones are widely used in studio recording because of their sensitivity, clarity, and ability to capture fine detail. They are commonly chosen for vocals, acoustic instruments, piano, strings, and room recording, where accuracy and nuance matter. Condenser microphones usually require phantom power and are available in large and small diaphragm designs, making them suitable for everything from intimate vocal takes to detailed overhead and ambient recordings.

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Cardioid

Cardioid is a directional microphone pickup pattern that captures sound primarily from the front while reducing sound from the sides and rear. It is widely used for vocals, podcasting, and live sound, helping to control background noise and reduce feedback in both studio and performance environments.

Condenser

Condenser microphones are highly sensitive microphones designed to capture detail, clarity, and nuance. They are widely used in studio recording for vocals, acoustic instruments, piano, and ambient sound. Condenser microphones typically require phantom power and are available in large and small diaphragm designs, making them versatile tools for accurate sound capture.

Supercardioid

Supercardioid microphones use a tight directional pickup pattern that focuses strongly on sound from the front while rejecting much of the sound from the sides. They offer greater isolation than standard cardioid microphones, making them well suited to noisy environments.

Commonly used in live sound, broadcast and studio applications, supercardioid mics help reduce bleed from other instruments or speakers. Like hypercardioid microphones, they have a small rear pickup area, so careful placement is important to achieve the best clarity and control.

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