| Beyerdynamic M160 Double Ribbon Microphone Details
Beyerdynamic M160 is a classic ribbon microphone, spoting a dynamic double ribbon element. Featuring a hypercardioid polar pattern with a noise attenuation of 25 dB at 110-degrees, the M 160 is an outstanding microphone which is very effective for all types of remote and in-studio voice reproduction. In the recording studio, the M 160 is recommended for miking string instruments such as violins, violas, cellos and for pianos, saxophones as well as for hi-hat and toms. The non-glare black surface of the M 160 and its small dimensions allow 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.
Beyerdynamic M160 Double Ribbon Microphone Features
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Unique double ribbon microphone transducer
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Hypercardioid polar pattern
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Extended frequency response
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Excellent transparency and transient response
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Compact and rugged design
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Warm and natural sound
Applications
Instrumental miking such as saxophone, Miking of drums (toms, hi-hat)
Beyerdynamic M160 Double Ribbon Microphone Specifications
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Transducer type: Dynamic
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Operating principle: Pressure gradient
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Frequency response (distant miking): 40 - 18,000 Hz
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Polar pattern: Hypercardioid
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Side attenuation: > 25 dB at 110-degrees
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Open circuit voltage at 1 kHz (0dB = 1V/Pa): 1.0 mV/Pa ¡Ô -60 dBV
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Nominal impedance: 200 Ohms
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Load impedance: Greater than or equal to 1000 Ohms
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Diaphragm: Pure aluminium
Case/finish: Brass
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Connector: 3-pin XLR male
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Length: 156 mm
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Shaft diameter: 23 mm
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Head diameter: 38 mm
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Weight without cable: 156 g
What We Think
"The Beyerdynamic M160 is one of the indisputed legendary ribbon microphones of the classic rock era. Andy Johns made it famous when he ran a pair of these pointed down a hallway, through a pair of 1176 compressors and a Binson Echorec to capture John Bonham's kit for 'When The Levy Breaks'. I've found that the M160 is a little more forgiving when it comes to having a more tamed low-frequency response than most 'big-ribbon' ribbon mics. Therefore, it works prety well when pointed at an acoustic guitar if you're after what is reminscent of a 'Stones' acoustic sound. The M160 is also really good for eliminating 'tiz' and that sizzly top end on guitar amps while keeping the sound less "huge" and fitting in the mix with a really nice frequency balance. In fact, the Beyer M160 has become one of my preferred rhythm electric guitar mic. This little mic certainly knows a thing or two about rock and roll, and can work wonders for a number of other instruments than just guitar and drums and other styles of music as well."
Alan Moon - Front End Audio
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