Sennheiser Neumann KMS 105 supercardioid condenser capsule with heavy duty grille for SKM 5200 handheld transmitter, black. Special order.

Product Overview

The Neumann KMS 105 Supercardioid Condenser Capsule with Heavy-Duty Grille (Black) — SKU 008560 — is the ruggedized variant of the KK 105 S capsule head for Sennheiser SKM 5200 and SKM 5000 handheld transmitters. Integrated foam pop protection replaces the standard wire gauze grille, delivering superior resistance to plosive energy, perspiration, and outdoor environmental moisture. It carries the same Neumann KMS 105 supercardioid condenser element and 150 dB SPL handling as the standard KK 105 S, engineered for extreme-demand live production and broadcast applications. Special order item.

Product Description

The KK 105 HD (black) shares the same K 105 condenser element as the KK 105 S, derived from Neumann's K 50 pressure gradient transducer proven in the KM 150 and KM 185 reference microphones. The supercardioid polar pattern uses a single polar pattern design that maintains consistent off-axis rejection from 80 Hz to 20 kHz, providing stable, high gain before feedback in multi-channel wireless stage environments. The heavy-duty grille substitutes integrated foam pop protection with an expanded-pore surface for the fine wire gauze screen of the standard KK 105 S, specifically designed to withstand extreme moisture and strong plosives in outdoor festival, theatrical, and intensive live production environments. Maximum SPL is 150 dB (THD 0.5%). The capsule mates directly with SKM 5200 and SKM 5000 bodies. Includes large nylon carry bag. Special order only.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty Foam Grille — Integrated foam protection for superior resistance to plosives, moisture, and outdoor environmental conditions.
• Neumann KMS 105 Supercardioid Element — Same K 105 capsule as the standard KK 105 S; no sonic compromise for added protection.
• Supercardioid Polar Pattern — Tight directional control with maximum side and rear rejection for high gain before feedback.
• 150 dB Max SPL (THD 0.5%) — Handles demanding live vocal and high-SPL stage sources without distortion.
• Expanded-Pore Moisture Barrier — Keeps humidity and perspiration away from the condenser element.
• SKM 5200 / SKM 5000 Compatible — Direct-fit capsule head, no adapters required.
• Black Finish — Matches black SKM 5200 and SKM 5000 transmitter bodies.
• Includes Nylon Carry Bag — Large bag for transport of capsule, transmitter, and accessories.

Typical Applications

• Outdoor live production and festival wireless vocal systems
• House of worship high-SPL lead vocal wireless
• Broadcast ENG and field production wireless handheld
• Theatrical and live performance wireless in high-humidity environments
• Auditorium and touring production wireless vocal

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the KK 105 S and KK 105 HD?

Both share the same Neumann K 105 supercardioid element. The KK 105 HD uses integrated foam pop protection instead of the fine wire gauze screen, providing superior moisture and plosive resistance for outdoor and extreme-environment stage use.

Is this compatible with the SKM 5200-II?

Yes. Compatible with SKM 5200, SKM 5200-II, SKM 5000, and SKM 5000-II.

Does the foam grille affect the frequency response?

The foam is engineered to be acoustically transparent across the operational frequency range; high-frequency response is comparable to the wire gauze KK 105 S in typical stage conditions.

What is the lead time for this special-order item?

Lead times vary. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for current availability.

What warranty applies?

Standard 2-year Neumann / Sennheiser warranty on capsule accessories.