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There are some very good dynamic mics for playing live, I don't dispute that. I read reviews on all of them and those reviews were not unanimous favoring any single mic, so I kept reading. After many years in broadcasting and voice over work, I always found Neumann mics to be favored in the larger studios, many Sennheisers too; so I started looking at those brands with the thought that if I could get a condenser for stage use, that is what I would do. Enter the KMS105. It was like taking a pillow off my voice. I love this mic and use it at every gig with NO problems, period. You will have to do a couple things before your experience is what you hope for. First, you'll need to know that you don't have to eat the mic, second, you'll want to record yourself and perhaps work on some things like how you end words. DO work with it before you take it out, you WILL find things in your voice you didn't know were there; good and bad - it brings them all out. The best thing I can say though is, this is an instrument that you will want to learn to play and play well. It will change your entire performance for the better. It will add clarity and quality and the words will cut through the mix so everyone will enjoy your show. I use in-ear monitors and I sometimes catch myself listening to them and smiling during a song because this mic sounds that good.

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I would definitely replace this mic is it was ever lost or stolen. Same brand, same color, same model number.

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The truth is, few of us are playing and singing in the league that justifies this purchase for live use. I'm not only talking about your prowess as a singer, but the PA systems you're likely to encounter. More often than not, I had to put this thing back in its pouch and reach for the 58 when I was gigging in clubs. Its sensitivity is a challenge for the average board operator/barrista. HOWEVER, if you have recording ambitions, this is your entry into he world of high end studio condensers. I don't know why they market this as a "live" mic only. It's clear, breathy, open, articulate, fully rounded and very very pretty sounding. It has been my secret sauce for acoustic guitar, as well. Big diaphragm condenser on the body, this thing angled away from that and pointed at the 12th fret (with the basket removed, if you believe in voodoo), BAM, crystal clear, never harsh, highs for your acoustic guitar tracks. Another category in which a 99$ unfortunately kicks this thing's butt is handling noise. It's just too darn sensitive! But that's a good thing, if you know what you’re getting yourself into. The pop filter tries to do its thing without any foam, and I'm sad to report that the plosives win. Again, a dynamic that costs a 6th of this will prevail in the battle of the P's. I would recommend this for jazz people, singer-songwriters and, as mentioned, for recording. For your average bar busker, it's total overkill. But you knew that when you read the price tag.

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I've been playing out in bands solo, duos trios etc for about 30 years and have always been considered an excellent singer. I'm also a gear slut and sound freak. I thought I had found the perfect mic in a Sennheiser . I surrendered and purchased the Neumann KMS 105 to use with my Bose L1 Model 2 system. Simply the best my voice has ever sounded on stage. It's a studio quality condenser mic with the rugged construction of a Shure SM58. It actually pulls the notes right out of me. IAfter long gigs my voice is fresh and ready for the next one. No straining at all. The Bose ToneMatch Preset for this mic is perfect but I get the feeling it requires very little EQ. I do very long sets some nights two two hour and fifteen minute sets and this mic has been a voice savor. I'm purchasing the 104 for my female partner. Right now she's on the Shure Beta 87 condenser and the difference jumps out at you. This will be my mic for life as far as vocals go. Well worth the money just make sure you get quality cables obviously. The system is only as good as its weakest link so why put a $25 cable on a $700 mic. Can't wait to hear us when all three vocalists in the trio are using the Neumann 105 or 4s.

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To start with, and don't get me wrong: we are going to talk about the superior microphones by all definitions. The question is which one suits better my vocals. I am a female vocalist and a composer/producer, so having great ears for me is crucial. I wanted to find THE MIC,the one and only for live stage performances. And since I am already spoiled with great quality mics via having my own studio, I knew it would not be easy.Having read everything about the mics in question,talking to everyone I found, I finally pre-ordered all three from a Sam Ash store to conduct my test before taking one of them home. And the winner is.......Neumann KMS 105...Hand-held condenser microphone designed for the use on stage...It is like having to sing into a studio micrphone,which you put on stage..However, this one is built to withstand the demands of a stage. And yes, it is harder to sing in it, as this micrphone is non-forgiving at all. But...What a beauty...Depth,warmth, details, air,space...I am in love with it...I already have Neumann in my studio,but can't sing into it on stage,while with this one I can do both recordings and live-performances. I tested all three side by side through the same vocal monitor by Behringer.All three are hand held condensers,top line,high end,premium quality microphones.. Shure KSM 9 was muddy and dull for me. Sennheiser e965 is a great mic by all definitions, no wonder it is used in American idol show. As for its sound,it is bright,oh yes, but there is no space. It is like it is not filling up the whole space,but it is an amazing sounding mic! And then,there is Neumann...Tested side by side,there is a difference,obvious difference. Three ppl in the room unanimously said the same thing.( for those who stand by dinamic mics I will say I have one by Shure and....I prefer condensers) So tonight I surrendered to Germans....ahahahaa.Neumann is made in Germany,put together in Germany and all that. I am in love with this baby and getting in-ear PA monitoring will give me most control along with my own mxer and processor. After everything is done, I should feel totally safe and can rely on the equipment even if there is no sound guy. The best thing about Neumann - you practically don't need to do anything about it, it already sounds amazing. And with the reliable equipement I should feel all the joy from live performance and have all the fun and deliver my best to my audience.Alliluya as they say....!!!!!!!!

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I would buy another one if this one failed or was stolen.

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I might use it for female vocals, but not for male and not for acoustic bands.

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