Neumann KM 183 Black

Quick facts: Neumann · Neumann KM 183 Black · Microphones · €35 + VAT per unit and day · rental in Madrid and across Spain, availability on request.

About the Neumann KM 183 Black

The Neumann KM 183 Black is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern, in a black finish. Neumann highlights its natural, transparent sound, very low self-noise and high SPL capability, and presents it as a worldwide studio standard. Peak Entertainment offers Neumann KM 183 Black hire in Madrid and across Spain, priced ex-VAT with availability on request, for engineers and productions that need a reference omni for a specific project.

What it is rented for

Neumann recommends it for acoustic instruments such as piano, percussion, drums, acoustic guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass and choir and, as a pressure transducer with unlimited bass response, for orchestra and church organ recordings. Its off-axis behaviour makes it useful in multi-microphone, stereo and surround setups, and its unobtrusive size suits TV and radio work. If you need a cardioid, it could be complemented by the Neumann KM 184 Pair Stereo Black from the same Series 180, or by a mixer or recorder from the catalogue; ask what fits your setup.

Key specs

• Uniform, largely frequency-independent omnidirectional pattern; pressure transducer equalised for the diffuse field.
• 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency range; in the free field (close to the source) it shows a treble boost of approx. 7 dB at 10 kHz.
• 12 mV/Pa (±1 dB) sensitivity and 50 Ω rated impedance; drives cable runs of up to 300 m without losses.
• 13 dB-A equivalent noise level (24 dB CCIR) and 81 dB-A signal-to-noise ratio (70 dB CCIR).
• 140 dB maximum SPL (0.5% THD), 127 dB dynamic range and 10 dBu maximum output; transformerless head amplifier.
• P48 phantom power (48 V ±4 V, 3.2 mA) and 3-pin XLR connector.
• 107 mm long, 22 mm in diameter and approx. 80 g; KM 183 mt version in black.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to hire the Neumann KM 183 Black?

The rental price is €35 ex-VAT on Peak Entertainment's website. Ask for a quote and availability for your dates at info@peaksound.es or on +34 636 410 986 (phone and WhatsApp), Monday to Friday 9–14 and 15–18, and check what is included.

Does the KM 183 need phantom power?

Yes. Neumann specifies P48 phantom power at 48 V ±4 V with 3.2 mA current draw via a 3-pin XLR connector, so you will need a mixer, preamp or recorder that supplies it. Its low-impedance output drives cables of up to 300 m.

How does it differ from the Neumann KM 184?

Both belong to Neumann's Series 180, alongside the hypercardioid KM 185. The KM 183 is omnidirectional and, as a pressure transducer, has unlimited bass response; the KM 184 is cardioid. You can also ask Peak about availability of the Neumann KM 184 Pair Stereo Black.