Neumann MCM 114 Set Brass / Sax / Uni

• Layered capsule design overcomes former electret restrictions
• Enhanced clarity across critical frequency ranges
• Cardiod pattern
• Unmatched tonal consistency
• Road-tough and long-lasting design

• RAISING THE ELECTRET PRINCIPLE TO A NEW LEVEL

The KK 14 captures the signature sound of acoustic instruments with unmatched precision and neutrality. It overcomes former limitations of the electret principle to deliver a wider bass and mid-range, and a confident elegance in the treble. Whether quiet nuances or the peak dynamics of a strong fortissimo: With a maximum SPL of 153, the KK 14 is open to all details.

• THE 8 PARTS OF PERFECTION

To get there, Neumann engineers rethought the production process for electret-based microphones. Where classic solutions rely on highly integrated designs, Neumann chose a layered structure where every module of the KK 14 is built and designed to deliver the perfect result. The components are then assembled by hand in Germany. This eliminates typical compromises and opens the spectrum for formerly unmatched acoustic qualities. While the titanium housing is one ingredient to a road-tough design, it is also an expression of the inner elegance in design and engineering.

• TONAL CONSISTANCY AND ROAD-TOUGH DESIGN

The layered design also delivers a yet unheard level of tonal consistency ? every capsule sounds exactly the same. It saves engineers the time needed for basic EQing and delivers consistent sound right from the early soundcheck.

As a part of the Neumann Miniature Clip Mic MCM System, the new series comes with an unparalleled low cost of ownership. The system is designed for years instead of just a season. Its modular design also allows for easy replacements. Nine mounting clips allow for reliable positioning on any instrument while staying gentle to every surface. The system connects to all the important wireless systems and includes cable options for a 3.5 mm jack, Lemo, 4-pin mini-XLR, MicroDot, or wired connection."

Technical Data  Capsule KK 14 only

• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Polar pattern : Cardioid
• Frequency response : 20 Hz...20 kHz
• Sensitivity (2)  : 3.6 mV/Pa  ? -49 dBV (4)
• Rated impedance : 10 ohms
• Signal-to-noise ratio (4), CCIR (5): 63 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio (4), A-weighted (5): 71 dB
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR (5): 31 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted (5) : 23 dB-A
• Dynamic range of the amplifier, A-weighted (6) for THD < 0.5 %: 130 dB
• Max. output voltage : 12 dBu
• Power supply: max. 10 V, with Rfeed = 20 kohms
• Current consumption : 0.22 mA
• Weight: 2.3 g
• Diameter: 12 mm
• Length:11 mm

Max. SPL (6) for THD < 0.5 % 

•    with Usupply = 10V, Rfeed = 20 kohms 153 dB SPL
•    with Usupply = 5V, Rfeed = 8.25 kohms 147 dB SPL

Permissible atmospheric conditions (1) 

• Operating temperature range 0 °C … +40 °C
• Operating Humidity range 0 %…90 % rel. hum
• Storage temperature range –20 °C … +70 °C
• Storage Humidity range 0 %…95 % rel. hum

94 dB SPL <= 1 Pa = 10 μbar 
0 dB <= 20 μPa 
1) All values are for non-condensing humidity. The values are valid for clean and well-looked-after microphones or microphone capsules, respectively. Any kind of pollution of capsules and membranes may restrict the said values 
2) at 1 kHz into 1 kohms rated load impedance, tolerance +- 2 dB 
4) re 94 dB SPL 
5) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting according to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting to IEC 61672-1, RMS 
6) THD of microphone amplifier at an input voltage equivalent to the capsule output at the specified SPL

Release date : 16/03/2022