Building on the success of the KMS 104 and KMS 105 dynamic vocal microphones, Neumann has intrduced their digital counterparts: the KMS 104 D and KMS 105 D (MSRP: $1,398).
Equipped with the core features of the existing models, the KMS 104 D, with its cardioid pattern, and the KMS 105 D, with its super-cardioid pattern, offer additional digital advantages such as an extended dynamic range, more robust operation and integrated peak limiters that prevent clipping.
When used alongside either the DMI-2 or DMI-2 portable digital microphone interfaces and the Remote Control Software (RCS), pre-programmed settings can be stored inside the microphones, making it extremely flexible and adaptable to different performance applications.
Highlights of new KMS 104 D and KMS 105 D:
Low self-generated noise (16 dB-A) and exceptionally high dynamic range (125 dB)
Handles high sound pressure levels (141 dB SPL/159 dB SPL with 18 dB pre-attenuation/RCS)
Optimized for speech and vocal miking at extremely close proximity
Built-in high pass filter (-3 dB @ 80 Hz)
Effective isolation from structure-borne sound
Distinctive directivity of the capsule even in the bass range
Integrated peak limiter/compressor/de-esser prevents overloads and/or clipping
The new Neumann KMR 81 D digital shotgun microphone ($2,298 MSRP) is designed forapplicatons sch as recordings for broadcasting/ENG, film and video productions, long-distance recordings requiring high directivity (such as nature recordings and sports games) and medium-length shotgun spot mic applications in noisy surroundings
The KMR 81 D is equipped with the features of its non-digital counterpart—the successful KMR 81i— that have made it a favorite of sound engineers in movie and documentary productions. Its digital advantages include an extended dynamic range, more robust operation and integrated peak limiters that prevent clipping.
The settings for all functions can be recalled, set and stored in the microphone by using one of Neumann’s digital microphone interfaces, making it extremely adaptable and flexible.
Highlights of the new KMR 81 D:
Exceptionally transparent and high detailed sound transmission
Very low self-generated noise (9 dB-A) and high dynamic range (114 dB)
Handling of high sound pressure level (123 dB SPL/141 dB SPL with 18 dB pre-attenuation (RCS)
Integrated peak limiter/compressor/de-esser prevents overloads and/or clipping
Extremely light weight of just 3.2 oz., ideal for handheld and boom/fishpole operations
High lateral and back attenuation
90-degree recording angle (independent from frequency)
And, the new Neumann DMI-2 portable digital interface supports two digital microphones and allows adjustment of gain, pre-attenuation and low cut filter settings at the device.
The front panel display shows the selected gain, current signal level and any gain reduction; microphone presets can be stored inside the DMI-2 portable and recalled for use in the field, making adaptable for different applications.
Highlights of the DMI-2:
Direct access to GAIN, PAD and low-cut microphone settings
Stores up to 8 presets for all digital microphone parameters
Power supplied via DC 10-18 V or AC/DC converter
Integrated peak limiter prevents overloads and/or clipping
Includes (2) AES 42 inputs, (1) AES EBU output, word clock
Menu-driven control of the connected digital microphone via two push-switch rotary encoders with a data display (permitting the setting of microphone parameters like gain, pad and pre attenuation and the uploading of preset parameters)
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