Neumann 006962 Shotgun Microphone KMR 81 i mt Short shotgun microphone for film dialogue and ENG
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Product Overview
The KMR 81 i mt is a pressure gradient transducer featuring an interference tube design. It is designed to capture sound with extreme precision while suppressing unwanted ambient noise from the sides and rear. Unlike many shotgun microphones that suffer from unnatural off-axis coloration, the KMR 81 i mt is celebrated for its consistent tonal balance, ensuring that even if a sound source moves slightly out of the center, it remains clear and natural.
Product Description
High Directionality with Natural Response:
The KMR 81 i mt uses a specialized interference tube to achieve a supercardioid/lobe pickup pattern. This allows sound recordists to isolate dialogue in noisy environments or "reach" for sounds that are physically distant. The frequency response is incredibly smooth within a $90^{\circ}$ pickup angle, preventing the "hollow" sound often associated with interference tube microphones.
Optimized for Speech & Field Use:
Tailored for the human voice, this microphone features a subtle presence boost to enhance speech intelligibility. To tackle the challenges of location recording, it includes a switchable High-Pass Filter (Low Cut) to eliminate wind noise and low-frequency rumble ($< 200\text{ Hz}$). It also features a -10 dB Pre-attenuation (Pad), allowing it to record high-SPL sources like loud machinery or shouting without distortion.
Studio Performance in the Field:
With an ultra-low self-noise floor of just 12 dB-A and high sensitivity, the KMR 81 i mt captures the finest details of a whisper. It can handle Sound Pressure Levels up to 128 dB (or 138 dB with the pad engaged). Its low power consumption is optimized for battery-operated field recorders and portable mixers, ensuring reliability on long production days.
Discreet & Operator-Friendly:
The "mt" (Matte Black) finish is a technical necessity for modern film sets, as it eliminates light reflections that could ruin a shot. At only 145 g, it is remarkably lightweight, making it the preferred choice for boom operators who need to maintain steady, fatigue-free positioning throughout long takes.
Key Features
Interference Tube Design: Provides high directionality for superior source isolation.
Matte Black (mt) Finish: Non-reflective coating for professional on-camera use.
Natural Off-Axis Sound: Maintains tonal integrity even for sound moving off-center.
Switchable Low-Cut Filter: Effectively suppresses wind and low-end rumble.
Switchable -10 dB Pad: Enables the recording of extremely loud sound sources.
Lightweight Construction: Optimized for boom pole use at just 145 g.
Applications
Film & TV Production: The gold standard for capturing clean, natural dialogue on set.
