{"product_id":"neumann-km-183-nickel-185523","title":"KM 183 Nickel","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNeumann Series 180: the \"truth\" approach to small diaphragm microphones\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Neumann \u003cstrong\u003eKM 183\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eSeries 180\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to meet a simple but essential demand: capturing an acoustic source with maximum authenticity, without artificial coloration. While some microphones are deliberately \"characterful,\" the KM 183 aims for a \u003cstrong\u003enatural, open, and coherent\u003c\/strong\u003e sound image, which explains its regular presence in many studios and control rooms, both in classical music and modern productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor whom and for what: acoustic instruments, ensembles, and ambient recordings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to its \u003cstrong\u003eomnidirectional\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern and excellent off-axis coherence, the KM 183 excels whenever a \u003cstrong\u003espacious\u003c\/strong\u003e and realistic capture is needed: piano, acoustic guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, choirs, percussion, drums, as well as overheads or spot microphones. As a pressure transducer, its low-frequency response is rated as \u003cstrong\u003eunlimited\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a relevant choice for \u003cstrong\u003eorchestras\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eorgan\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as for ambient recordings where the low-end foundation must remain intact. Its compact size is also an asset in \u003cstrong\u003eTV\/radio\u003c\/strong\u003e or on stage, where visual discretion is as important as audio quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimized design for precision: capsule, equalization, and transformerless electronics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHomogeneous omnidirectional pattern for reliable stereo imaging\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the KM 183 is based on a pattern described as \u003cstrong\u003euniform and largely frequency-independent\u003c\/strong\u003e. Practically, this limits timbre variations when the source moves or when the microphone captures a significant amount of reverberant field. The result: better compatibility in \u003cstrong\u003estereo pairs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esurround setups\u003c\/strong\u003e, and fewer surprises when mixing multiple microphones in the same session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eResponse designed for diffuse field and controlled proximity presence\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe capsule is \u003cstrong\u003eequalized for a flat response in diffuse field\u003c\/strong\u003e, an approach particularly useful for distant recordings and reverberant environments. In free field, i.e., close to the source, the KM 183 offers a \u003cstrong\u003eslight high-frequency boost\u003c\/strong\u003e (about \u003cstrong\u003e7 dB at 10 kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e) to maintain definition and airiness without losing the natural feel that makes a high-end small diaphragm microphone appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLow output impedance: long cable runs and signal integrity\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003etransformerless\u003c\/strong\u003e head amplifier and \u003cstrong\u003elow impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e output stage are designed to preserve capsule integrity and maintain a stable signal over long cable lengths, rated up to \u003cstrong\u003e300 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e without transmission loss. A real convenience in studios, control rooms, remote recordings, or technical setups where cable runs are non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n  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