Neumann KMS 105 Supercardioid Handheld Condenser Microphone

The KMS 105 brings studio sound quality to the stage. The KMS 105 is equipped with a true condenser microphone capsule offering the superior clarity that made Neumann studio microphones famous all over the world. At the same time, the KMS 105 possesses the ruggedness required of a stage mic, thus refuting the myth that condenser microphones must be “fragile”. The KMS 105 can stand enormous sound pressure levels of up to 150 dB without clipping, and its tight, frequency-independent supercardioid pattern ensures high gain before feedback. The KMS 105 has a much smoother frequency response than dynamic microphones and an airy top-end. Compared to dynamic microphones, the Neumann KMS 105 has a vastly superior transient response resulting in a more immediate, more emotional vocal sound. In practical terms: effortless intelligibility, without the usual EQ boosts further improves feedback resistance. Choose this microphone in black or nickel finish.

As a stage microphone, the KMS 105 is optimized for close miking; a fixed low cut filter compensates for the proximity effect and ensures clear bass, even if the singer’s lips touch the microphone. The headgrille is made of hardened steel and features a carefully designed multi-level pop filter made of wire gauze. Despite its effectiveness, this acoustic filter does not cause any sibilance problems or compromise the capsule’s directivity. The head amplifier is protected by a thick-walled housing. Its transformerless output minimizes electromagnetic interference, such as hum. Because of its low output impedance of only 50 ohms, the KMS 105 can drive very long cable runs of up to 300 m (1000 ft) without transmission losses.

Primarily designed as a handheld vocal microphone, KMS 105 can be used for other stage applications as well, due to its high SPL capability and wide dynamic range. Examples include percussion, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, harmonica, acoustic guitar, and guitar cabinets. Thanks to its superior sound quality, the KMS 105 is also an excellent microphone for home recording and broadcast applications. Because it is optimized for close mic placement, the KMS 105 will pick up a dry sound with very little ambience, which is a big advantage in untreated rooms.

Neumann KMS 105 Features

• Tight supercardioid pattern without off-axis coloration
• Transparent sound with a gentle treble lift
• Studio quality condenser capsule
• Unaffected by extreme sound pressure levels
• Rugged construction
• Feedback resistant
• Built-in pop screen
• Very low handling noise

• KMS 105 Supercardioid Handheld Condenser Microphone1
• Stand clamp1
• Carrying bag1

• Transducer TypeCondenser
• Polar PatternSupercardioid
• Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Rated Impedance 50 ohms
• Rated load impedance 1 kohms
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 4.5 mV/Pa ± 1 dB equ. -47 dBV
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR 1 28 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted 2 18 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% 3 150 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL) 4 66 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL) 5 76 dB
• Maximum output voltage 12 dBu
• Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 V
• Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 3.5 mA
• Matching connector XLR 3 F
• Weight approx. 300 g
• Diameter 48 mm
• Length 180 mm
• Note
  • 1) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS
  • 2) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS
  • 3) measured as equivalent el. input signal
  • 4) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS
  • 5) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS