Neumann TLM 103 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Having quickly become one of the biggest successes in Neumann's history, the TLM 103 delivers pristine, clear sound; a modern update on the classic U87. It's a transformerless cardioid condenser microphone with a gentle presence boost for a stunningly direct sound with stunning definition and ultra-low noise. This particular model, the TLM 103, comes in a Nickel finish, and includes an NT 1 microphone stand mount as well as a woodbox carry case.

Includes

• TLM 103 cardioid mic with K 103 capsule, Nickel finish
• SG 1 mic stand mount
• Woodbox case

Features

• Large diaphragm capsule derived from the classic U 87 microphone
• Balanced sound with enhanced presence
• Consistent cardioid pattern
• Transformerless circuitry with high SPL capability
• Extremely low self-noise: only 7 dB-A

Specifications

• Housing color: Nickel
• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kOhm: 23 mV/Pa = –32.5 dBV ± 1 dB
• Rated Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1 kOhms
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR *: 17.5 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted †: 7 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% ¹: 138 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL) ²: 76.5 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL) ³: 87 dB
• Maximum output voltage: 13 dBu
• Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V ± 4 V
• Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): 3 mA
• Matching connector: XLRF 3-pin
• Weight: approx. 450 g
• Diameter: 60 mm
• Length: 132 mm
• Notes:
• * According to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting according to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS