Neumann KM-183-A-NX Nextel Black Omnidirectional Diffuse-Field Equalised Microphone: The Ultimate Studio Companion
The KM 183 is a top-notch small diaphragm condenser microphone with a frequency-independent omnidirectional polar pattern. Its natural, transparent sound, low self-noise, and high SPL capability have made it a global studio favorite for various applications, from classical piano to heavy metal drums.
Features:
- • Omnidirectional polar pattern for a wide sound capture
- • Part of the modular microphone system KM A/D
- • Comes with a comprehensive range of accessories
Specifications:
- • Acoustical operating principle: Pressure transducer
- • Directional Pattern: Omni diffuse-field equalized
- • Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- • Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 12 mV/Pa
- • Rated Impedance: 50 ohms
- • Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
- • Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 24 dB
- • Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 13 dB-A
- • Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 140 dB
- • Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation: 150 dB
- • Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL): 69 dB
- • Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL): 81 dB
- • Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V
- • Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): max. 3.5 mA
- • Matching connector: XLR 3 F
- • Weight - Output stage: 70 g, Capsule only: 11 g
- • Diameter: 22 mm
- • Length - Capsule only: 18 mm, Microphone: 108 mm
- • Color: Nextel Black
- • Neumann Catalog No.: 008631

The Neumann KM-183-A-NX Nextel Black Omnidirectional Diffuse-Field Equalised Microphone is a must-have for studio enthusiasts. Whether you're recording classical piano or heavy metal drums, this microphone delivers a natural and transparent sound. It has a frequency-independent omnidirectional polar pattern, making it great for capturing sound from all directions. It's part of the modular microphone system KM A/D and comes with a comprehensive range of accessories. The microphone has a diameter of 22 mm, with the capsule being 18 mm and the overall microphone 108 mm long. The output stage weighs 70 g and the capsule only 11 g. It runs on 48 V with a maximum current consumption of 3.5 mA and uses an XLR 3 F connector. Its color is Nextel Black, and the Neumann Catalog No. is 008631.