Neumann KK 104 S-BK Microphone module for SKM 5200, condense

Neumann KK 104 S-BK Microphone module for SKM 5200, condenser, cardioid, black

The KK 104 S is a premium quality capsule head for Sennheiser SKM 5000/5200 handheld transmitters. Its precision manufactured condenser capsule offers true Neumann sound, combined with the freedom of wireless operation and all the virtues of a rugged stage microphone: excellent pop protection, enormous SPL capability, and high feedback resistance.

The KK 104 S capsule head brings studio sound quality to the stage for the most demanding live applications. The KK 104 S combines Neumann’s famous sense of perfection with Sennheiser’s long standing expertise in live performance engineering.

The KK 104 S capsule head is based on Neumann’s highly successful, award-winning KMS series of wired stage microphones. While most stage microphones use dynamic capsules, the KK 104 S is equipped with a true condenser capsule offering the superior clarity that made Neumann studio microphones famous all over the world. At the same time, the KK 104 S possesses the ruggedness required for stage use, thus refuting the myth that condenser microphones must be “fragile”. The KK 104 S can stand enormous sound pressure levels of up to 148 dB without clipping, and its tight, frequency-independent cardioid pattern ensures high gain before feedback. The KK 104 S has a much smoother frequency response than dynamic microphones and an airy top-end. Compared to dynamic microphones, the Neumann KK 104 S 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 – which further improves feedback resistance.

The KK 104 S 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 highly effective internal pop screen which also keeps moisture away from the capsule. Thanks to careful Neumann engineering, these acoustic filters do not cause any sibilance problems.

• KK104S Neumann Condenser
• Neumann sound for or Sennheiser SKM 5000/5200 wireless systems
• Tight cardioid pattern without off-axis coloration
• Feedback resistant, high rejection of rearward sound (180°)
• Unaffected by extreme sound pressure levels
• Built-in pop protection, low handling-noise
• Easy cleaning
• Finish: Black

General

• Directional Pattern:  Cardioid
• Frequency Range:  80 Hz ... 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm:  1.7 mV/Pa ± 1 dB equ. –55.4 dBV
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR 1:  42 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted 2:  31 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% 3:  148 dB
• Maximum SPL for THD < 3 % 4:  153 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL) 5:  52 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL) 6:  63 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for THD 3% 7:  153 dB
• Frequency range (transmitter):  450 - 960 MHz
• Switching bandwidth:  24 MHz
• Transmitter frequencies:  16
• RF-output:  50 mW (-3 dB)
• Noise suppression system:  Sennheiser "HiDyn plusTM"

Physical

• Weight:  approx. 325 g (incl. Tranmitter + power supply)
• Diameter:  48 mm
• Length:  257 mm (incl. Tranmitter)