KML
Common name: Neumann KML
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The KML is the first “Lavalier” microphone manufactured by Georg Neumann GmbH from 1966 to 1975. It uses a cardioid capsule derived from the K 64. The microphone is a clip-on “clothes attachable” with the capsule looking straight ahead. The amplifier used a FET circuit powered by a battery pack (cabled or wireless) or, alternatively, via P-48 special phantom supply. It was designed to fit wireless pocket transmitters of the time. The most common was the Sennheiser SK 1007.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
40Hz - 16 kHz
Output Sensitivity
0.7 mV/Pa
Max SPL
120
Max SPL, THD:
0.5
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
25 dB-A
Output Impedance
100Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Wireless Transmitter
Supply Current
1.1 mA
Alternative Powering
Switchable Options
Pad
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
Tuchel 6 pin
Connector notes
Available Colours
Weight
Length
Min diameter width
Max diameter
Depth
Accessories
Included
Optional
BSL battery box