Neumann - KK 105 A Black

This Neumann KK 105 A capsule, designed for Sennheiser wireless handheld transmitters, is a stage-oriented vocal solution, designed to maintain clear sound reproduction in set-ups where high sound levels and the risk of feedback require careful management. Its studio-quality condenser capsule delivers a fast transient response and natural intelligibility, with a defined character without becoming overly complex.

Its narrow supercardioid polar pattern ensures clear separation from neighbouring sound sources, making it particularly suitable for stages with a high density of instruments and set-ups where several microphones are operating in close proximity. High rear rejection at around 135° limits unwanted pick-up, with an off-axis response designed to remain consistent and avoid distracting changes in timbre.

The acoustic design is also optimised for very close-up vocal recording, with a fixed low-cut filter that compensates for the proximity effect and maintains clear bass response when the singer uses the microphone at close range. The hardened steel grille incorporates an internal pop filter that minimises moisture and helps control plosives, whilst the acoustic design is subtle enough to allow the voice to retain its natural character.

Its ability to handle very high sound pressure levels broadens the range of vocal applications, particularly when the source needs to remain expressive at high volumes without clipping. The integrated suspension reduces handling noise, and the built-in acoustic protection facilitates regular use on stage. The design also addresses the common challenges of live performance, where changes in position, hand movements and fluctuations in sound levels are rarely subtle.

Compatibility with Sennheiser transmitters from the Spectera, EW-D, EW-DX, Digital 6000 and Digital 9000 systems means this capsule head is compatible with several generations of wireless solutions. This allows for future upgrades to the vocal chain whilst retaining the existing transmission ecosystem. For a stage installation, this continuity can simplify the creation of a coherent system, with voice-centred recording and integration that remains clear in a control room where every element must find its place without jostling for space.