The Neumann KM 184 is a state-of-the-art small diaphragm condenser microphone with a uniform, frequency-independent cardioid polar pattern. Its very natural, transparent sound with very low self-noise and high SPL capability have made the KM 184 a worldwide stage and studio standard for many applications ranging from classical piano to heavy metal drums.
Neumann KM 184 features
- uniform cardioid pattern without off-axis coloration
- linear frequency response with a slight treble lift
- very low self-noise (13 dB-A)
- low impedance output for long cable runs without transmission losses
- transformerless circuitry
- compact size, visually unobtrusive
Neumann KM 184 Specifications
acoustical operating principle: |
pressure gradient transducer |
directional pattern: |
cardioid |
frequency range: |
20 Hz up to 20 kHz |
sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kOhm: |
15 mV/Pa +/1 dB |
rated impedance: |
50 Ohms |
rated load impedance: |
1 kOhms |
equivalent noise level, CCIR: |
22 dB |
equivalent noise level, A-weighted: |
13 dB-A |
maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: |
138 dB |
signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL): |
72 dB |
signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL): |
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 |
weight: |
approx. 80 g |
diameter: |
22 mm |
length: |
107 mm |
KM 184 Polar Pattern
