The Neumann KK14 is electret condenser capsule for the Neumann MCM 114 system. The item is available separately because you could, for example, put together your own MCM system. Or maybe your current KK 14 microphone capsule broke down? Then you can get it separately. You mount a KK14 module on a SH 150 gooseneck (not included).
The Neumann KK 14 Capsule is thus part of the modular Miniature Clip Mic (MCM) system, designed for universal close-miking applications such as solo instrumentalists, big band and brass sections, and amplified orchestras in live applications. The KK 14 delivers a maximum SPL of 153 dB to capture the details of both loud and very soft instruments without adding distortion or proprietary noise. This cardioid capsule is able to capture a very complete soundstage of your instrument at very close range. The KK 14 is encased in a lightweight titanium housing to ensure stability and longevity on the road. Hand-assembled in Germany to meet the high Neumann standards, the capsule delivers first-class sound consistency plus Neumann aesthetics and handling.
KK 14 Capsule with Exceptional SPL Handling & Ultra-wide Dynamic RangeThe
KK 14 has a 12mm diameter (small diaphragm) electret-condenser element that delivers a truly natural, neutral and reliable sound - even in challenging technical or acoustic situations. The capsule has a cardioid polar pattern that helps minimize drowning out other instruments or stage noise, while allowing for greater gain before feedback occurs. The KK 14 can handle a maximum SPL of 153 dB and has a dynamic range of 130 dB. The KK 14 is suitable for close-miking virtually any instrument, from bombastic drums to sensitive strings.
Wide variety of mounting options
The miniature capsule can be easily mounted on the SH 150 MCM gooseneck (sold separately) so that it can be reliably and accurately positioned over your instrument for optimal sound recording. Nine instrument-specific mounting clips are available to attach the gooseneck to a wide range of instruments, including guitar, violin, cello, double bass, piano, drums, brass, woodwinds, and more.
Flexible connectivity for wired and wireless applications
Because it uses electret-condenser technology, the KK 14 can operate on +48V phantom power from a traditional microphone preamp or on plug-in power from a compatible wireless transmitter. With its 3.5mm jack, the AC 31 cable (sold separately) can be used to connect the KK 14 to the MCM 100 output stage module (sold separately) to connect the microphone to a mixing console via XLR. The AC 31 cable can also be used to connect the capsule to a wireless transmitter,
Neumann offers three other cables that work with other popular wireless transmitters including Lectrosonics, Shure, Zaxcom, Wisycom, and others.
- AC 32 cable with LEMO 3-pin connector
- AC 33 cable with Microdot connector
- AC 34 cable with 4-pin mini-XLR connector
Specifications:
- Neumann KK 14 microphone capsule
- directional characteristic: Cardioid
- frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 KHz
- 153 dB maximum SPL
- sensitivity: -49 dBV/PA
- dimensions: 12 x 11 mm
- weight: 2.3 gr.
- Neumann order no.: 008694
