Beyerdynamic M160 Double-Ribbon Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone

The M 160 is an outstanding broadcast announcer's microphone which is also effective for all types of remote and in-studio voice reproduction. In the recording studio, the M 160 is recommended as an overhead drum mic, for micing pianos, violins, saxophones and for vocals.

The non-glare black surface of the M 160 and its small dimension allows the unobtrusive use in TV or film studios. In conjunction with the M 130 dynamic double ribbon microphone the M 160 is ideal for stereo recordings in MS technique.

Applications

• Instrumental micing such as saxophone
• Micing of drums (toms, hi-hat)
• MS-stereophony with M 130

Features

• Unique double ribbon microphone transducer
• Hypercardioid polar pattern
• Extended frequency response
• Characteristically warm and natural sound

Specifications

• Transducer Type: Dynamic
• Operating Principle: Pressure Gradient
• Frequency Response: 40 - 18,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid
• Rear Attenation at 1kHz: >25dB at 110 degrees
• Open Circuit Voltage at 1kHz (0dB=1V/Pa):1.0mV/Pa=-60dBV
• Nominal Impedance: 200 ohms
• Load Impedance: >/= 1000 ohms
• Diaphragm: Pure Aluminum
• Case/Finish: Brass
• Connector: 3-pin XLR male
• Dimensions:
  • Length: 156 mm
  • Shaft Diameter: 23 mm
  • HeadDiameter: 38 mm
• Weight without cable: 156 g