Neumann KMS 104 PLUS BK Studio Grade Stage Microphone – BK

The KMS 104 Plus Black is a studio-grade vocal microphone for stage use with a Neumann condenser capsule and all the virtues of a rugged stage microphone. Compared to the KMS 104, the KMS 104 Plus offers an extended bass response.

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Neumann KMS104PLUS-BK Studio Grade Stage Microphone – Black

Neumann Sound On Stage

The Neumann KMS 104 Plus BK is a studio-grade vocal microphone for stage use with a Neumann condenser capsule and all the virtues of a rugged stage microphone. It features excellent pop protection, enormous SPL capability, and high feedback resistance, thanks to its tight cardioid pattern. Compared to the KMS 104, the KMS 104 plus offers an extended bass response.

Studio Quality For Stage Vocals

The KMS 104 Plus BK plus brings studio sound quality to the stage. Unlike usual stage microphones, which use dynamic capsules, the KMS 104 plus is equipped with a true condenser microphone capsule offering the superior clarity that made Neumann studio microphones famous all over the world.

At the same time, the KMS 104 Plus BK plus possesses the ruggedness required of a stage mic, thus refuting the myth that condenser microphones must be “fragile”.

KMS 104 Plus BK Unmatched Clarity and Precision

The KMS 104 Plus BK plus can stand enormous sound pressure levels of up to 150 dB without clipping, and its tight cardioid pattern ensures high gain before feedback. The KMS 104 Plus BK has a much smoother frequency response than dynamic microphones and an airy top-end.

Compared to dynamic microphones, the Neumann KMS 104 Plus BK plus has a vastly superior transient response resulting in a more immediate and emotional vocal sound. In practical terms: effortless intelligibility, without the usual EQ boosts – which further improves feedback resistance.

Optimized for Close Miking and Clear Bass

As a stage microphone, the KMS 104 plus is great for close miking. Specifically, a fixed low-cut filter compensates for the proximity effect and ensures clear bass.

Compared to the KMS 104 the KMS 104 plus gives added emphasis to the lower register (100-150 Hz). This lends more “weight” and “warmth” to voices that might sound too “light” with the KMS 104. The plus version is particularly popular with female singers. The headgrille is made of hardened steel. It features a highly effective internal pop screen which also keeps moisture away from the capsule.

Reliable Performance with Minimal Interference

Thanks to careful Neumann engineering, these acoustic filters do not cause any sibilance problems. The head amplifier is protected by a thick-walled housing. Its transformerless output minimizes electromagnetic interference, such as hum. Because of its low output impedance of only 50 ohms, the KMS 104 plus can drive very long cable runs of up to 300 m (1000 ft) without transmission losses.

KMS 104 Plus BK Applications

The KMS 104 plus is primarily a handheld vocal microphone but is useful for other stage applications as well, due to its high SPL capability and wide dynamic range. Examples include percussion, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, harmonica, acoustic guitar, and guitar cabinets.

The KMS 104 plus is also a superb microphone for home recording and broadcast applications. As the KMS 104 plus is optimized for close mic placement, it will pick up a dry sound with very little ambience, which is a big advantage in untreated rooms.

KMS 104 Plus BK Key Highlights:

  • Balanced sound with enhanced bass response
  • Cardioid pattern with excellent feedback rejection
  • Studio quality condenser capsule
  • Balanced sound with enhanced bass response
  • Cardioid pattern with excellent feedback rejection
  • Studio quality condenser capsule
  • Excellent pop protection
  • Balanced sound with extended bass for extra “warmth”
  • Popular with female singers
  • Tight cardioid pattern without off-axis coloration
  • Unaffected by extreme sound pressure levels
  • Feedback resistant
  • Built-in pop screen
Acoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducer
Directional Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz … 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 4.5 mV/Pa ± 1 dB equ. -47 dBV
Rated Impedance 50 ohms
Rated load impedance 1 kohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR¹⁾ 28 dB
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted¹⁾ 18 dB-A
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%²⁾ 150 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL)¹⁾ 66 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL)¹⁾ 76 dB
Maximum output voltage 12 dBu
Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 V
Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 3.5 mA
Matching connector XLR 3 F
Weight approx. 300 g
Diameter 48 mm
Length 180 mm
For more information, please visit the manufacturer's website.