Neumann KM 184 mt Stereo Set is a matched microphone pair including two KM 184 small-diaphragm condenser microphones and accessories. With a frequency-independent cardioid pattern, the KM 184 captures sound with remarkable accuracy, clarity, and depth. Its extremely natural and transparent sound, low self-noise, and high SPL handling make it a world standard for studio and stage applications — from classical piano recordings to heavy metal drums.
Unlike microphones designed to add coloration, the KM 184 belongs to Neumann’s Series 180, built to reproduce acoustic events faithfully without altering their tone. The cardioid pattern remains consistent across the entire frequency spectrum, providing excellent rejection of rear sound (180°) even at low frequencies. The KM 184 maintains a smooth, linear frequency response with a gentle rise around 9 kHz, adding brilliance without harshness. Its transformerless circuitry ensures a wide dynamic range of 125 dB and preserves the capsule’s sonic integrity. With 13 dB-A self-noise and SPL handling up to 138 dB, this microphone delivers pristine performance in any professional setting.
Thanks to its neutral tone and precise off-axis response, the KM 184 excels at stereo and surround recording, ensuring accurate spatial imaging. It’s an exceptional choice for acoustic instruments such as piano, guitar, bass, strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion, and is equally suited for solo and ensemble recording. Compact and visually discreet, it also performs flawlessly in live and broadcast environments.
KEY FEATURES
- Matched stereo pair with cardioid polar pattern
- Natural and transparent sound with consistent off-axis response
- Linear frequency response with gentle 9 kHz lift
- Low self-noise (13 dB-A) and wide dynamic range (125 dB)
- Handles SPLs up to 138 dB without distortion
- Transformerless circuitry for clarity and precision
- Low output impedance for long cable runs
- Compact and unobtrusive design
- Ideal for acoustic instruments, stereo and ensemble recording
- Made in Germany
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Microphone type: Small-diaphragm condenser
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: 15 mV/Pa
- Self-noise: 13 dB-A
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 81 dB
- Maximum SPL: 138 dB
- Dynamic range: 125 dB
- Output impedance: 50 Ω
- Connector: XLR3M
- Power supply: 48 V phantom power
- Dimensions: Ø 22 mm × 107 mm
- Weight: 80 g (each)
- Country of origin: Germany
