Ribbon microphone with hypercardioid characteristic. Unique, high quality, full and detailed sound signature. Excellent alternative for large and small diaphragm condenser microphones in all recording situations. High presence transmission supports the placement of the recording in the mix. Works very well with other microphones eg. when used on the same source. No mulm, no mump. In combination with the beyerdynamic M 130 ideal for room recordings in mid-side technique. Dimensions: 192mm (length), 23mm (shaft diameter). Handmade in Germany. Polar pattern hypercardioid? A special feature of the M 160 is certainly the hypercardioid polar pattern, which is atypical for a ribbon microphone. Whereas with the usual polar pattern figure-of-eight, sound arriving from the rear is also picked up by the microphone, the M 160 suppresses sound events arriving from the side. This makes the M 160 the perfect choice for the most demanding recording and broadcast applications. Because of its excellent directional properties, the M 160 microphone is often used on the hi-hat, where avoiding crosstalk is one of the biggest challenges. Detailed and natural soundEven David Bowie and Eddie Kramer appreciated the warm, detailed and natural sound of the M 160. With its wide frequency response and high impulse response, the double ribbon microphone is ideal for miking stringed instruments and drums. beyerdynamic also recommends the M 160 as a microphone for recording saxophones (pay attention to the distance here ). Compact designDue to its small size and robust construction, the M 160 is a practical tool for recording situations where space is literally at a premium.