Neumann TLM 103 Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Neumann TLM 103 Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The Neumann TLM 103, a budget-friendly alternative to the U 87, offers professional sound quality with a large-diaphragm condenser capsule for refined, full tones ideal for vocals and instruments. Its transformerless circuitry and cardioid pattern capture clear audio while reducing background noise. Compact and versatile, it suits various recording scenarios. With low self-noise and high SPL handling, it’s a go-to for project studios and broadcast.

Classic Neumann Sound

The Neumann TLM 103 offers a classic Neumann sound with elevated presence, providing a crisp, clean, and full tone similar to the heralded U 87 microphone, making it a budget-friendly option for project studios, producers, and vocalists.

Compact and Versatile Design

With its compact body, the TLM 103 is ideal for tight recording spaces such as over a snare, inside a kick drum, or in front of a small guitar amp. Its cardioid polar pattern effectively reduces ambient noise and instrument bleed, ensuring clear recordings.

Technical Excellence

Featuring transformerless circuitry, the TLM 103 delivers technical excellence with a remarkably low self-noise of only 7 dBA and a high sensitivity of -32.5 dBV, making it suitable for various recording setups and environments. It can handle high SPLs up to 138 dB without distortion, ensuring clarity in recordings.

Wide Range of Applications

Primarily designed for project studios and broadcast use, the TLM 103 has found its place in renowned studios as a modern alternative to the U 87. Its balanced sound with enhanced presence, along with its cardioid pattern and transformerless circuitry, makes it versatile for speech, vocals, drums, guitar amps, piano, and even classical recordings for cello and double bass.

Main Features

• Large-diaphragm condenser capsule derived from the classic U 87 microphone
• Balanced sound with enhanced presence
• Cardioid pattern reduces background noise
• Transformerless circuitry with high SPL capability
• Extremely low self-noise of only 7 dBA
• XLR 3-pin output
• 48V phantom powered
• Includes swivel mount and wooden box

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