The "Series 180" consists of three compact miniature microphones with
patterns that satisfy the demands of all common studio applications.
Because of its optimized mechanical construction and conscious omission
of modularity, which is unnecessary in many cases, the "Series 180" is predestined for economy-minded production and home recording studios.

The KM 183 omnidirectional and KM 185 hypercardioid microphones
are based on the tremendously successful KM 184 cardioid microphone,
which has become a standard within the global studio community in just a very short time.
All "Series 180" microphones are available with either matte black or nickel finish.
They come in a folding box with a windshield and two stand mounts that permit
connection to the microphone body, or the XLR-connector.

콘덴서 마이크는 작동하기 위해서 11~52V 의 별도의 전원 공급이 필요하기 때문에 팬텀파워(Phantom Power)가 지원되는 믹서를 사용하시거나, 별도의 팬텀파워 공급기를 사용하셔야합니다.

Compared to the KM 84 the dynamic range of the KM 184 increased by 24 dB mainly through the reduction of self-noise level to only 22 dB (CCIR) and an increased sound pressure handlingcapability of up to 138 dB.

The microphones operate without any problems, even if the input of following equipment happens to be unbalanced, for example as in some DAT recorders.

The output of the "Series 180", as in all Neumann microphones, is balanced and phantom (48V) powered.

Economy

The "Series 180" is a good choice for all users who look for a high-quality miniature microphone, but do not need the complex, modular KM 100 system, which continues to be part of the Neumann product range.

The mechanical construction was simplified, for example, capsule and output stage cannot be separated from each other. For this reason the "Series 180" is an economical alternative without giving up the electroacoustic features the users expect from Neumann microphones.