Neumann KK 15

The Neumann KK 15 is a supercardioid condenser microphone capsule for the Neumann Miniature Clip Mic (MCM) system. This microphone capsule was developed for amplifying and recording acoustic instruments, with a focus on natural sound reproduction, high sound pressure handling, and directional recording. Thanks to its supercardioid polar pattern, the KK 15 offers additional suppression of ambient noise, making it suitable for live performances where multiple instruments and monitor speakers are positioned close together.

The KK 15 builds on the sound quality of the Neumann MCM system and combines a balanced frequency response with detailed reproduction of low, mid, and high frequencies. With a maximum sound pressure level of 154 dB SPL, the capsule is suitable for both subtle acoustic instruments and high-sound-pressure instruments.

Supercardioid polar pattern for focused instrument recording
The main difference between the Neumann KK 15 and the KK 14 is the polar pattern. While the KK 14 has a cardioid pickup pattern, the KK 15 features a supercardioid pattern. This results in greater attenuation of sound from off-axis directions and allows the microphone to be positioned more precisely toward a specific sound source. This offers advantages on stages with many instruments, powerful monitor systems, or limited space between musicians. The KK 15 helps reduce crosstalk from adjacent instruments and provides greater control over individual microphone signals. The directional pickup also helps minimize the risk of feedback, provided the microphone and monitor speakers are positioned correctly.

Neumann sound quality thanks to an innovative capsule design
For the MCM series, Neumann developed an electret capsule with a construction consisting of eight separate components. Each component is manufactured to precise specifications, after which the capsule is assembled by hand. This construction ensures consistent sound reproduction across different capsules. This is particularly important in applications where multiple instruments are amplified simultaneously. The KK 15 delivers natural bass response, a clear midrange, and detailed high frequencies, without losing sight of the instrument’s original character. The KK 13, KK 14, and KK 15 also share significant sonic similarities. This allows different polar patterns to be combined within the same microphone setup without major differences in tonal balance.

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Suitable for high sound pressure levels
With a maximum sound pressurelevel of 154 dB SPL at 0.5% distortion, the Neumann KK 15 can be used with instruments that have a wide dynamic range. From acoustic string instruments to brass instruments and drums: the capsule handles high sound pressure levels without distorting quickly. The frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz ensures that both the low fundamental tones and the overtones of an instrument are captured. With a self-noise level of 24 dB-A and a signal-to-noise ratio of 70 dB (A-weighted), the KK 15 delivers the performance required for professional live amplification and instrument recording.

Modular design for the Neumann MCM system
The KK 15 is part of the modular Neumann Miniature Clip Mic system. The microphone capsule can be combined with the corresponding goosenecks, instrument clips, connection cables, and output stages. This makes it possible to convert an existing MCM microphone with a KK 14 cardioid capsule into a supercardioid version without replacing the entire system. The KK 15 can also be used as a spare capsule. With the various connection cables from the MCM lineup, the system can be connected to compatible wireless bodypack transmitters. For wired applications, output stages such as the MCM 100 and MCM 102 are available, allowing the system to be connected via XLR to a mixing console or audio interface.

Titanium Housing for Professional Use
The housing of the Neumann KK 15 is made of titanium. This material protects the internal capsule components from the stresses caused by transport, installation, and intensive stage use. The compact capsule has a diameter of 12 mm and is designed for mounting on the goosenecks of the MCM system. This allows the microphone to be positioned close to the sound source without unnecessarily restricting the musician’s freedom of movement.

Thanks to the individually replaceable parts of the MCM system, damaged or worn components can be replaced while the remaining parts are retained.

Neumann KK 15 features:

• supercardioid condenser microphone capsule for the Neumann MCM system
• electret capsule based on the pressure gradient principle
• supercardioid polar pattern for focused instrument recording
• Designed for professional live sound reinforcement and instrument recording
• Natural and balanced reproduction of acoustic instruments
• Reduces crosstalk from surrounding sound sources
• frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Maximum sound pressure level of 154 dB SPL at 0.5% THD
• Sensitivity of 3 mV/Pa at 1 kHz
• Self-noise of 24 dB-A
• Signal-to-noise ratio of 70 dB (A-weighted)
• Titanium capsule housing
• 0.47-inch (12 mm) capsule diameter
• Modular and interchangeable within the Neumann MCM system
• Compatible with the corresponding MCM goosenecks and connection components
• Suitable for wired and wireless MCM configurations
• Developed and manufactured in Germany
• Neumann part no.: 008726

In the box:
1x Neumann KK 15 microphone capsule
1x safety instructions