Dynamic double-band microphones are unique in sound, manufacturing technology, and history. A special feature of the M 160 is its directional characteristic. Thanks to its high cardioid characteristic, unusual for a ribbon mic, the M 160 reduces background noise by 25 dB at 110° and picks up less sound from behind, making it less susceptible to ambient noise. This makes it particularly suitable for the studio as well as the stage. The M 160 can be used as an M/S microphone in conjunction with the double ribbon microphone M 130 (directional pattern 8). The manufacturing process of the M160 is so complex that the microphone has been handcrafted since 1957 by a small team of employees at beyerdynamic in Heilbronn. In 2019, the M 160 was inducted into the NAMM TEC Awards Technology Hall of Fame.

Features

• Balanced treble, high impulse fidelity & very good transient reproduction
• Iconic dynamic double-ribbon microphone with warm and silky sound
• Exceptional on electric guitar amp, Hihat and overhead
• Hypercardioid polar pattern
• Handmade since 1957

Specifications

• Transducer type: Dynamic
• Operating principle: Pressure gradient
• Frequency response: 40 - 18,000 Hz
• Polar pattern: Hypercardioid
• Rear attenuation at 1 kHz: > 25 dB at 110°
• Sensitivity (0 dB = 1 V/Pa): .1.0 mV/Pa (= -60 dBV)
• Nominal impedance: 200 Ω
• Load impedance: 1000 Ω
• Diaphragm: Pure aluminium
• Case/finish: Brass
• Connector: XLR, 3-pin, male