beyerdynamic M 160 (2023)

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beyerdynamic M 160 (2023)

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M 160 (2023)

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Product Info

Article Number: 573623
Model: M 160 (2023)
Price: $877.80

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The M 160 is a serious contender for brass players needing a focused, detailed sound. Its double ribbon design and aluminum cone give it a unique warmth and clarity, especially great for trumpet, horn, and trombone. It's a premium-priced mic, but the performance justifies the investment for discerning musicians.

Product Description

  • beyerdynamic M 160 (2023)
  • Dynamic Double Ribbon Microphone
  • Optimised for use on guitar
  • drums and brass
  • Warm and silky sound
  • Excellent transparency and impulse fidelity
  • Polar pattern: Hypercardioid
  • Frequency range: 40 - 18
  • 000 Hz
  • Nominal impedance: 200 Ohm
  • Pure aluminium cone
  • Length: 156 mm
  • Shaft diameter: 23 mm
  • Head diameter: 38 mm
  • Weight: 192 g
  • Incl. holder
PROS
  • • Pure aluminum cone delivers a remarkably warm, natural brass tone.
  • • Hypercardioid pattern excels at isolating brass instruments in live settings.
  • • Double ribbon design offers impressive transient response and detail.
  • • Robust construction feels built to withstand the rigors of gigging.
CONS
  • • Hypercardioid pattern demands precise mic placement, less forgiving than cardioid.
  • • 200 Ohm impedance can require a high-quality preamp for optimal performance.
  • • Limited versatility outside of brass, guitar, and drum applications.

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Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic Double Ribbon
Polar Pattern Hypercardioid
Frequency Range 40 - 18,000 Hz
Mounting Incl. holder
Connector XLR
Weight 192 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM57 is more forgiving in placement, but the M 160 offers significantly more detail and a warmer, more natural tone – a noticeable upgrade for critical listening and recording.
It's best to check your interface’s specs; a preamp with a high input impedance (1k Ohm or higher) is recommended to avoid signal loss and ensure a balanced sound.
While technically possible, it's not its intended purpose. The hypercardioid pattern and frequency response lean heavily towards brass instruments, so vocal results will likely be underwhelming.

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