Neumann TLM 103 Studio Set Microphone, Nickel

Full Description

Transformerless design delivers exceptional audio fidelity

Clean and clear audio thanks to an incredible design. The Neumann TLM 103 is a transformerless microphone that features an electronic circuit instead of a traditional output transformer. This innovative design ensures excellent rejection and prevents interference that commonly influences the balanced audio output. Capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 138dB without distortion, the TLM 103 microphone delivers a dynamic range of 132dB (A-weighted). Everyone deserves incredible sound recording - no matter your budget - and this mid-budget microphone provides you with the professional sound. This is thanks to Neumann taking design cues from its flagship microphones - like the U87 - without cutting corners. Truly professional sound from the Berlin masters.

Superior acoustic performance

Capture every nuance. The TLM 103's large-diaphragm capsule is based on the K87 capsule from the U67/U87 microphones. The Neumann TLM 103 provides a flat frequency response up until 5kHz and a 4dB presence boost above that. The large mesh head grille protects the capsule from plosive sounds and prevents pop noises, allowing the microphone to maintain an excellent impulse response and accurately reproduce delicate nuances of both music and speech without colouration. By using professional-grade components and savvy design - Neumann deliver that high-end commercial studio sound that fits in with your home studio set up.

Applications

• A universal cardioid mic
• Vocalist recording
• Announcer's mic for broadcasting/voice over
• Due to minimal self-noise: on-air mic for radio/broadcast, very low amplitude signals, radio drama, sampling, foley/sound effects
• Home recording and project studios
• Spot mic for: wind instruments, strings, percussion, guitar amps, drum overhead

Features

• Large diaphragm cardioid microphone
• Pressure gradient transducer with one-diaphragm capsule
• Accurately captures instruments and vocals
• Transformerless circuitry
• Extremely low self noise and high sound pressure level
• Designed for home recording and professional studios
• Includes an elastic suspension mount

Specifications

• Acoustic Operating Principle: Pressure Gradient Transducer
• Directional Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz
• Sensitivity: 23mV/Pa @ 1kHz into 1 Ohms
• Rated Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Rated Load Impedance: 1 kOhms
• Equivalent Noise Level, CCIR: 17.5dB
• Equivalent Noise Level, A-Weighted: 7dB-A
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio, CCIR: 76.5dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio, A-Weighted: 87dB
• Maximum SPL: 138dB
• Maximum Output Voltage: 13dBu
• Supply Voltage: 48V, ±4V
• Current Consumption: 3mA
• Connector: 3-Pin XLR
• Weight: 450g