Neumann TLM 103 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone, Black

The TLM 103 has quickly become one of the biggest successes in Neumann’s history. Its pristine, clear sound is a modern update on the classic U87. The TLM 103 is a transformerless cardioid condenser microphone with a gentle presence boost for a stunningly direct sound with breathtaking definition and ultra-low noise.

Features:

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

Specifications:

• 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%: 138 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL): 76.5 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL): 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: XLR 3 F
• Diameter: 60 mm
• Length: 132 mm
• Weight: approx. 450 g