Neumann KM 183 Omnidirectional Stereo Microphone Set - Studio/Live

Neumann KM 183 Omnidirectional Stereo Microphone Set - Studio/Live is a professional stereo pair designed for natural, accurate sound capture in both studio and live settings.

This set features two matched omnidirectional capsules that reproduce a full frequency range from 20 to 20,000 Hz, giving instruments and ensembles a transparent and balanced tonal image. The KM 183 pair is ideal when you want the room and ambience to be part of the recording rather than a colored, directional pickup.

With an input impedance of 50 Ω and a recommended load impedance of 1,000 Ω, the microphones deliver a sensitivity of 12 mV/Pa at 1 kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio of 69 dB, while the equivalent noise level is 24 dB. These specifications make the KM 183 set suited to capturing quiet sources with clarity when paired with quality preamps.

Connectivity is classic wired XLR-3 with 48 V phantom power operation and very low power consumption of 3.5 mA per microphone, ensuring reliable performance on standard professional rigs. The pair comes with pop-filters and a protective carrying case for safe transport and practical setup.

Compact and lightweight (108 mm height, 2.2 cm diameter, 70 g each), the microphones are easy to position for stereo techniques such as A-B or spaced omnis, instrument overheads, choir, room ambience, or close stereo on acoustic instruments. Their black finish offers discreet aesthetics for stage and studio alike.

Use cases include stereo recording of orchestras and choirs, drum overheads where a natural room image is desired, stereo ambience capture for film and broadcast, and high-fidelity acoustic instrument miking. The included accessories simplify live deployment and field recording.

Key selling points are the true omnidirectional polar pattern for natural ambience, matched stereo pair for coherent imaging, full 20–20,000 Hz bandwidth, low current draw with standard 48 V phantom power, and the included pop-filters and carrying case for immediate use.

• Omnidirectional stereo pair, 20–20,000 Hz
• Matched pair with 12 mV/Pa sensitivity and 69 dB SNR
• XLR-3 wired connection, 48 V phantom power, included pop-filters and case