The KM 184 is a state-of-the-art small diaphragm condenser microphone with a uniform, frequency-independent cardioid polar pattern. Its very natural, transparent sound with very low self-noise and high SPL capability have made the KM 184 a worldwide stage and studio standard for many applications ranging from classical piano to heavy metal drums. Features: - Uniform cardioid pattern without off-axis coloration - Linear frequency response with a slight treble lift - Very low self-noise (13 dB-A) - Low impedance output for long cable runs without transmission losses - Transformerless circuitry - Compact size, visually unobtrusive