Rare late 1970’s vintage Neumann KM 85 i. This is a piece of Neumann's original Fet 80 lineage, from the same era as the legendary KM 84. The KM 8x mics share the same KM i body, and the capsule head decides the model. This one wears the 85 head. You get the same crossed-slit design and tight cardioid pattern as an 84, plus a low-cut built right into the capsule. It tames proximity effect and low-end rumble before they reach your preamp. That makes it a great close mic. Acoustic guitar stays clear instead of boomy, hi-hat and snare come through crisp and controlled, and voiceover sounds polished straight off the console. It works perfectly and sounds incredible: open, detailed and unmistakably Neumann. This is the silver-finish "i" version, meaning it is fitted with an XLR connector. It runs on standard phantom power and has the original –10 dB pad for loud sources. Normal cosmetic patina, buttering excellent condition considering its age. Works perfectly and sounds incredible.

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Local pickup in Los Angeles