The KM 184 Octo Set are eight professional small-diaphragm condenser microphones that have been reduced to the essentials without a lot of frills: The most realistic and neutral recording possible of any signal source. The precise cardioid pick up pattern provides excellent suppression of rear sound and ensures coloration-free imaging of adjacent sound sources - an absolute plus for realistic stereo recordings. Thanks to its slim design and excellent transmission characteristics, the KM 184 is frequently used in radio and television productions in addition to studio and live applications.
The sound of the KM 184 can be described as clear, fresh and lively. This can also be derived from a slight treble emphasis in the range and 9 kilohertz. Due to its clear sound, the KM 184 is a routine all-rounder and reproduces almost any instrument with extraordinary complexity and depth of sound. Especially in stereo recordings, these characteristics allow a sound source to be captured in a clean and clear stereo image.
For all users who are looking for high-quality small-diaphragm microphones but do not need the modularity of the KM 100 system, the "Series 180" is a cost-effective alternative that does not require any compromises in electroacoustic properties. There are no limits to the possible applications. or on drum overheads, strings, wind instruments, percussion, pianos, Leslie amplifiers, guitar amplifiers or choirs. The KM 184 is always the best choice when a recording of the sound source with as little coloration as possible is desired.