Product Overview

The MNV 100 (006811) is an essential tool for "invisible" miking in architectural spaces. When floor stands are not an option—such as in front of an orchestra or above a church choir—the MNV 100 provides a secure mounting point. It consists of a metal cable suspension system and a swivel mount that grips the microphone or its connector, allowing you to tilt the capsule exactly toward the sound source.

Product Description

Precision Tilting and Aiming:

Overhead miking requires surgical accuracy to maintain phase coherence and balanced frequency response. The MNV 100 features a robust tilting mechanism that allows you to angle the microphone downward toward the stage. Once the desired angle is reached, the hanger holds the position firmly, ensuring that gravity or air currents in the auditorium do not cause the microphone to "drift" during a performance.

Discreet Cable Management:

In professional theater and televised orchestral performances, aesthetics are as important as audio quality. The MNV 100 is designed to be as unobtrusive as possible. Finished in a non-reflective Matte Black, it disappears into the shadows of a hall’s ceiling or rigging. The microphone is typically suspended by its own high-quality cable, which is secured by the hanger's cable clamp, providing a clean, "floating" appearance.

Versatile Compatibility:

The MNV 100 is designed to work seamlessly with Neumann's modular systems. It is most commonly used with the KM series (Small Diaphragm) microphones. By clamping onto the XLR connector or the microphone body itself, it provides a universal solution for various capsule and output stage combinations. It is also compatible with many elastic shock mounts for environments where building vibrations might be a concern.

Rugged Studio-Grade Build:

Built to Neumann’s exacting standards, the MNV 100 is constructed from high-durability metal components. It is engineered to support the weight of professional microphones and long cable runs safely. This reliability is critical when hardware is suspended over audiences or expensive musical instruments.

Key Features

• Adjustable Tilting Angle: Allows for precise aiming of suspended microphones.

• Stand-Free Miking: Ideal for theaters, churches, and concert halls where floor space is limited.

• Cable-Suspension Design: Utilizes the microphone cable for a clean, minimalist setup.

• Non-Reflective Black Finish: Professional appearance that remains discreet on camera.

• Secure Cable Clamp: Prevents accidental slippage or rotation of the microphone.

• Precision Engineering: Built for long-term reliability in permanent installations.

   

   

Applications

• Orchestral Recording: Hanging "Decca Tree" or spot mics above string and brass sections.

• Choir Miking: Providing overhead coverage for large vocal groups in cathedrals or stages.

• Theater Sound: Ambient or "area" miking from the stage rigging.

• Broadcast: Suspending microphones over talk-show sets or audience areas.

Technical Specifications