• 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 sound

Even 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 design

Due to its small size and robust construction, the M 160 is a practical tool for recording situations where space is literally at a premium.