Neumann | KM 184 mt

Cardioid small-diaphragm condenser microphone (Matte Black)

Technical specifications

Technology : Small-diaphragm condenser microphone

Acoustic principle : Pressure-gradient transducer

Polar pattern : Cardioid

Frequency response : 20 Hz - 20000 Hz

Sensitivity : 15 mV/Pa ±1 dB

Self-Noise : 13 dB-A

Signal-to-Noise ratio : 81 dB (A-weighted)

Maximum SPL : 138 dB SPL

Dynamic range : 125 dB

Nominal impedance : 50 Ω

Recommended load impedance : ≥1 kΩ

Maximum output level : 10 dBu

Power supply : P48 Phantom Power (48 V ±4 V)

Dimensions L x Dia. : 107 x 22 mm

Net weight : Approx. 80 g

Complementary products

Black microphone stand with telescopic boom arm

Black straight microphone stand with one-hand height adjustment

Black straight microphone stand with round base

Frequently asked questions

The KM 184 is designed to capture the finest details of an audio source with exceptional accuracy. Its linear frequency response and consistent off-axis performance make it ideal for high-fidelity recording techniques such as XY, ORTF and AB stereo.

The KM 184 is highly recommended for acoustic guitars, piano, drum overheads, percussion, string quartets, brass, woodwinds, choirs and acoustic ensembles. Its compact size also makes it popular for broadcast and television applications.

The KM 184 combines extremely low self-noise (13 dB-A), high SPL handling up to 138 dB SPL and transformerless electronics. This enables it to capture both delicate acoustic instruments and high-output sound sources with remarkable precision.

The Neumann KM 184 is regarded as one of the world's benchmark small-diaphragm condenser microphones. Its natural sound, ultra-low self-noise and consistent cardioid polar pattern make it the preferred choice for piano, strings, acoustic guitars, percussion and classical ensembles.