Neumann KK 205 A BK

The Neumann KK 105 A BK is a supercardioid condenser capsule for compatible Sennheiser wireless handheld transmitters. The capsule combines the renowned Neumann condenser sound with the freedom of movement offered by a wireless system and is compatible with Sennheiser Spectera, EW-D, EW-DX, Digital 6000, and Digital 9000. This BK version features a black finish. The KK 105 A BK is designed for vocals and speech on stages where clear separation between the voice, instruments, monitors, and ambient noise is essential. Thanks to its directional supercardioid polar pattern, sound outside the pickup axis is significantly attenuated.

Neumann condenser sound on stage
The KK 105 A BK utilizes Neumann’s condenser technology for professional live use. Unlike many conventional stage microphones with a dynamic capsule, the KK 105 A BK uses a true condenser capsule. This ensures that vocals and speech are reproduced with clarity and detail. Transients come through quickly, and the high end remains open. The even frequency response helps position a voice clearly in the mix without requiring major EQ corrections.

Successor to the Neumann KK 205
The KK 105 A BK is the black version of the KK 105 A, the successor to the supercardioid Neumann KK 205. For this new generation, Neumann has updated the design and improved contact noise suppression. An integrated shock mount reduces vibrations and contact noise transmitted through the handheld transmitter. This keeps the signal cleaner when the microphone is held, moved, or repositioned during a performance.

Supercardioid Polar Pattern The main difference between the KK 105 A BK and the cardioid KK 104 A BK is the polar pattern. The KK 105 A BK has a supercardioid pickup pattern and therefore picks up less sound from sources to the side of and around the vocalist. This helps isolate the vocals from, for example, drums, guitar amplifiers, horns, and other instruments on stage. As a result, the vocals remain direct and well-defined, even when multiple sound sources are positioned close together.

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High Resistance to Feedback
The directional supercardioid pattern provides high resistance to feedback. This makes the KK 105 A BK suitable for stages with high sound levels and situations where many amplified sources are located close to the vocal microphone. When positioning stage monitors, the supercardioid polar pattern must be taken into account. The strongest rejection is not directly behind the capsule, as with a cardioid microphone, but at an angle behind the microphone.

Greater isolation on busy stages
The KK 105 A BK truly shines when clear separation between the vocalist and other sound sources is desired. Compared to the cardioid KK 104 A BK, sound from the sides is suppressed more effectively. This makes this capsule suitable for bands performing at high stage volumes, festivals, tours, theater productions, and other situations where multiple instruments and microphones are used in close proximity.

For in-ear and conventional monitoring
The KK 105 A BK can be used with both in-ear monitoring and conventional stage monitors. The supercardioid polar pattern helps to capture vocals precisely while keeping unwanted noise out of the monitor and front-of-house mixes. This gives the sound engineer more control over the placement of vocals in the overall mix, especially on stages with a lot of ambient noise.

Optimized for close-miking
The KK 105 A BK is designed forclose-miking vocals and speech. When a directional microphone is held close to the mouth, the proximity effect occurs, causing low frequencies to be amplified. A fixed low-cut filter compensates for this effect. This keeps the low end under control when a vocalist sings close to the microphone and ensures the voice retains its definition.

Suitable for high sound pressure levels
The condenser capsule is designed to handle the high sound pressure levels that can occur during live vocal performances. The KK 105 A BK can handle a maximum sound pressure level of 154 dB SPL with less than 0.5% THD. This allows the capsule to be used close to the mouth without any issues, even with powerful vocalists. The microphone maintains its clear sound reproduction even when singing at high volume at close range.

Integrated Pop Protection The grille of the KK 105 A BK is made of hardened steel and features an integrated pop filter. This reduces air impact from plosive sounds such as P and B sounds and helps keep moisture away from the condenser capsule. The design is optimized to control plosive and sibilant sounds without unnecessarily affecting the capsule’s open character.

’s Enhanced Contact Noise Suppression During the development of the A-Series, Neumann paid special attention to reducing contact noise. The integrated shock mount minimizes vibrations transmitted to the capsule through the handheld transmitter’s housing. This is particularly important for vocalists who move around a lot during a performance or frequently change how they hold the microphone.

Designed for professional stage use
Although the KK 105 A BK uses condenser technology, the capsule is designed for professional live use. The sturdy grille, integrated pop filter, and internal shock mount are optimized for use during concerts, tours, theater, and television productions. Additionally, the capsule is designed to allow for easy cleaning and maintenance.

For modern Sennheiser wireless systems
The KK 105 A BK is designed for use with handheld transmitters within Sennheiser’s current professional wireless systems. The capsule is compatible with Spectera, EW-D, EW-DX, Digital 6000, and Digital 9000. This allows the Neumann condenser sound to be combined with various Sennheiser digital wireless platforms, from compact live setups to large-scale professional productions.

in Black (BK) The designation BK stands for Black. The KK 105 A BK features the same supercardioid capsule and technical specifications as the KK 105 A, but is finished in black. This allows the capsule to blend in with black Sennheiser handheld transmitters and other black stage equipment.

Neumann KK 105 A BK features:

• supercardioid condenser capsule for Sennheiser wireless systems
• successor to the Neumann KK 205
• Compatible with Spectera, EW-D, EW-DX, and Digital 6000/9000
• precise supercardioid polar pattern
• High resistance to feedback
• Strong suppression of ambient noise
• Good separation of adjacent instruments and sound sources
• Maximum sound pressure level of 154 dB SPL
• Integrated shock mount for reduced contact noise
• Integrated pop filter
• Optimized for close-up vocals and speech
• Fixed low-cut filter to compensate for the proximity effect
• hardened steel grille
• Suitable for in-ear monitoring and stage monitoring
• Easy to clean and maintain
• Black finish

Neumann KK 105 A BK specifications:

• Type: Condenser capsule for wireless handheld transmitters
• polar pattern: supercardioid
• frequency range: 40 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 50 kOhm: 3 mV/Pa, approximately -50.5 dBV ± 1 dB
• Self-noise, A-weighted: 20 dB-A
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted at 94 dB SPL: 74 dB
• Maximum sound pressure level at THD < 0.5%: 154 dB SPL
• Self-noise according to CCIR: 31 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio according to CCIR at 94 dB SPL: 63 dB
• Diameter: 48 mm
• Length: 80 mm
• Weight: approximately 187 g
• Operating temperature: 0 °C to +70 °C
• Storage temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C
• Maximum humidity: 90% at +20 °C
• Compatible systems: Sennheiser Spectera, EW-D, EW-DX, Digital 6000, and Digital 9000
• Color: black
• Manufacturer part number: 008737

Included:

• Neumann KK 105 A BK capsule head
• padded nylon carrying case
• safety instructions