A contemporary development of the legendary U 67. K 67 capsule, new circuit design, which closely reproduces the U 67 sound characteristics, three directional pattern, pre-attenuation and high-pass filter. Novel Neumann dual-color design. In the world of studio microphones, the numbers 47 , 67 and 87 have associations that inspire enthusiasm among professionals in the field. It is of course no coincidence that the name of the new TLM 67* contains the number 67 . In many respects, the TLM 67 is based on the workhorse of the 1960s, the legendary U 67. Like the U 67, the TLM 67 incorporates the K 67 capsule. In addition, the special new circuit design closely reproduces the sound characteristics of the classic U 67, without the use of tubes. Similar Neumann circuit technology has already proved very successful in the TLM 49.The TLM 67 is extremely versatile. Its three switchable directional characteristics (omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8), selectable 10 dB pre-attenuation and high-pass filter permit detailed adjustments to be made, depending upon the specific recording situation.Exterior designThe TLM 67 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone in the classic Neumann style, with a unique dual-color design. The stylish pearl-gray of the microphone body combined with the classic Neumann nickel lends the microphone a touch of distinctive individuality.The legendary, frequently imitated design of the Neumann U 67 was the first to be developed by Neumann employees in collaboration with the famous German designer, Wilhelm Braun-Feldweg. The design of the TLM 67 represents a contemporary development of that of the U 67, transferring its positive impact to the present era. The enhanced exterior design thus links past and future microphone design trends.On the occasion of its 80th anniversary, the Neumann company is honoring its founder, Georg Neumann, with a three-dimensional metal emblem on the front of the TLM 67. The distinctive Neumann attraction is conveyed in every detail of the microphone.ApplicationsDue to its extensive control features, the TLM 67 is suitable for a wide range of applications. In addition to its primary role as a vocal microphone for all types of music and spoken voice, in orchestral recordings the TLM 67 can be used as a main microphone and as a spot microphone for individual instruments.Acoustic featuresThe microphone is addressed from the side on which the Neumann logo is located.A large wire mesh grille encloses the elastically mounted double diaphragm capsule. The directional characteristics omnidirectional, cardioid or figure-8 can be selected via a switch below the grille. The selected setting is indicated by a symbol shown in a window above the switch.Electrical featuresThe letters TLM stand for transformerless microphone . In the TLM 67, an electronic circuit is used rather than a conventional output transformer. Like a transformer, the circuit ensures good common mode rejection, effectively suppressing interference signals that affect the balanced modulation line. The microphone can operate at sound pressure levels of up to 105 dB without distortion, and has a dynamic range of 94 dB (A-weighted), without the use of the pre-attenuation switch.Filter and pre-attenuationThe pre-attenuation switch on the back of the microphone can be used to reduce transmission levels by approx. 10 dB. It should be used only when there is a risk of overloading following devices due to very high sound pressure levels. Use of the switch does not increase the dynamic range of the microphone, but rather shifts it by 10 dB, to higher sound pressure levels. The other switch on the back of the microphone can be used to change the cutoff frequency of the built-in high-pass filter, so as to suppress the effects of impact sound and wind noise, or to compensate for the proximity effect.Operational reliabilityElastic mounting of the capsule supplies protection from the transmission of structure-borne noise. If required, the EA 87 elastic suspension and WS 87 windscreen are available as accessories, for further suppression of structure-borne and wind noise. The PS 15 or PS 20 a popscreen can be used if the microphone is to be addressed at close range. SpecificationsAcoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducerDirectional pattern Omni/cardioid/figure-8Frequency range 20 Hz ... 20 kHzSensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 10/18/9 mV/PaRated impedance 50 ohmsRated load impedance 1 kohmsEquivalent noise level, CCIR1) 29/24/30 dBEquivalent noise level, A-weighted1) 16/11/17 dB-ASignal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 65/70/64 dBSignal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 78/83/77 dB-AMaximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 0.5 %2) 110/105/111 dBMaximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 5 %2) 130/125/131 dBMaximum output voltage -1 dBuDyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 0.5 %2)) 94 dBDyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 5 %2)) 114 dBPower supply P48Matching connector XLR 3FWeight 490 gDiameter 56 mmLength 200 mm

In a word: The Neumann classic. Three directional characteristics and switchable pre-attenuation ensure suitability for a wide range of applications. The U 87* is probably the best known and most widely used Neumann studio microphone. It is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule with three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the headgrille.A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion.Furthermore, the low frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect.ApplicationsThe U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic.Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television.The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech.Acoustic featuresThe U 87 Ai is addressed from the front, marked with the Neumann logo. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a high-pass filter interferences through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced remarkably.Polar patternsThe dual-diaphragm capsule is elastically mounted and protected by a large headgrille. A switch below the headgrille selects the three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. A window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic.Electrical featuresThe letter A in the name indicates a more recent generation, as compared to the U 87 i microphones that were built from 1967 to 1986. Modifications apply to the electronic components of the microphone only; the capsule remained unchanged.The present-day circuitry increases the operational headroom of the U 87 Ai by supplying the bias voltages for the capsule through a reduced resistance. The result is a higher sensitivity of 10 dB for identical sound pressure levels, and an improved S/N ratio of 3 dB.Filter and attenuationA switch located at the rear attenuates the sensitivity by 10 dB. When this switch is activated, the microphone accepts sound pressure levels up to 127 dB (equivalent to a sound pressure of 45 Pa) without distortion.An additional switch at the rear allows to change the microphone's cutoff frequency. This reduces low frequency interference directly at the input of the microphone amplifier.This setting also compensates for the unavoidable bass boost that occurs with all pressure gradient transducers when they are used at close distance (proximity effect).The cardioid characteristic maintains a smooth frequency response at a distance of 30 to 40 cm, the figure-8 characteristic even at a distance of 15 to 20 cm. SpecificationsAcoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducerDirectional pattern Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 plusFrequency range 20 Hz ... 20 kHzSensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 20/28/22 mV/Pa1)Rated impedance 200 ohmsRated load impedance 1 kohmsEquivalent noise level, CCIR2) 26/23/25 dB1)Equivalent noise level, A-weighted2) 15/12/14 dB-A1)Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 68/71/69 dB1)Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 79/82/80 dB1)Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%3) 117 dB (cardioid)Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation3) 127 dBMaximum output voltage 390 mVDynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) 105 dBSupply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 VCurrent consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 0.8 mAMatching connectors XLR3FWeight 500 gDiameter 56 mmLength 200 mmCaution: Shockmount EA 87 sold separately

In a word: The Neumann classic. Three directional characteristics and switchable pre-attenuation ensure suitability for a wide range of applications. The U 87* is probably the best known and most widely used Neumann studio microphone. It is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule with three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the headgrille. A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion. Furthermore, the low frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect. Applications The U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic. Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television. The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech. Acoustic features The U 87 Ai is addressed from the front, marked with the Neumann logo. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a high-pass filter interferences through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced remarkably. Polar patterns The dual-diaphragm capsule is elastically mounted and protected by a large headgrille. A switch below the headgrille selects the three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. A window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic. Electrical features The letter A in the name indicates a more recent generation, as compared to the U 87 i microphones that were built from 1967 to 1986. Modifications apply to the electronic components of the microphone only; the capsule remained unchanged. The present-day circuitry increases the operational headroom of the U 87 Ai by supplying the bias voltages for the capsule through a reduced resistance. The result is a higher sensitivity of 10 dB for identical sound pressure levels, and an improved S/N ratio of 3 dB. Filter and attenuation A switch located at the rear attenuates the sensitivity by 10 dB. When this switch is activated, the microphone accepts sound pressure levels up to 127 dB (equivalent to a sound pressure of 45 Pa) without distortion. An additional switch at the rear allows to change the microphone's cutoff frequency. This reduces low frequency interference directly at the input of the microphone amplifier. This setting also compensates for the unavoidable bass boost that occurs with all pressure gradient transducers when they are used at close distance (proximity effect). The cardioid characteristic maintains a smooth frequency response at a distance of 30 to 40 cm, the figure-8 characteristic even at a distance of 15 to 20 cm. Specifications Acoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducer Directional pattern Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 plus Frequency range 20 Hz ... 20 kHz Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 20/28/22 mV/Pa1) Rated impedance 200 ohms Rated load impedance 1 kohms Equivalent noise level, CCIR2) 26/23/25 dB1) Equivalent noise level, A-weighted2) 15/12/14 dB-A1) Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 68/71/69 dB1) Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 79/82/80 dB1) Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%3) 117 dB (cardioid) Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation3) 127 dB Maximum output voltage 390 mV Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) 105 dB Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 V Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 0.8 mA Matching connectors XLR3F Weight 500 g Diameter 56 mm Length 200 mm Caution: Shockmount EA 87 sold separately

In a word: The Neumann classic. Three directional characteristics and switchable pre-attenuation ensure suitability for a wide range of applications. The U 87* is probably the best known and most widely used Neumann studio microphone. It is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule with three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the headgrille. A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion. Furthermore, the low frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect. Applications The U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic. Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television. The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech. Acoustic features The U 87 Ai is addressed from the front, marked with the Neumann logo. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a high-pass filter interferences through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced remarkably. Polar patterns The dual-diaphragm capsule is elastically mounted and protected by a large headgrille. A switch below the headgrille selects the three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. A window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic. Electrical features The letter A in the name indicates a more recent generation, as compared to the U 87 i microphones that were built from 1967 to 1986. Modifications apply to the electronic components of the microphone only; the capsule remained unchanged. The present-day circuitry increases the operational headroom of the U 87 Ai by supplying the bias voltages for the capsule through a reduced resistance. The result is a higher sensitivity of 10 dB for identical sound pressure levels, and an improved S/N ratio of 3 dB. Filter and attenuation A switch located at the rear attenuates the sensitivity by 10 dB. When this switch is activated, the microphone accepts sound pressure levels up to 127 dB (equivalent to a sound pressure of 45 Pa) without distortion. An additional switch at the rear allows to change the microphone's cutoff frequency. This reduces low frequency interference directly at the input of the microphone amplifier. This setting also compensates for the unavoidable bass boost that occurs with all pressure gradient transducers when they are used at close distance (proximity effect). The cardioid characteristic maintains a smooth frequency response at a distance of 30 to 40 cm, the figure-8 characteristic even at a distance of 15 to 20 cm. Specifications Acoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducer Directional pattern Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 plus Frequency range 20 Hz ... 20 kHz Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 20/28/22 mV/Pa1) Rated impedance 200 ohms Rated load impedance 1 kohms Equivalent noise level, CCIR2) 26/23/25 dB1) Equivalent noise level, A-weighted2) 15/12/14 dB-A1) Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 68/71/69 dB1) Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 79/82/80 dB1) Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%3) 117 dB (cardioid) Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation3) 127 dB Maximum output voltage 390 mV Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) 105 dB Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 V Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 0.8 mA Matching connectors XLR3F Weight 500 g Diameter 56 mm Length 200 mm Caution: Shockmount EA 87 sold separately

In a word: The Neumann classic. Three directional characteristics and switchable pre-attenuation ensure suitability for a wide range of applications. The U 87* is probably the best known and most widely used Neumann studio microphone. It is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule with three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the headgrille.A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion.Furthermore, the low frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect.ApplicationsThe U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic.Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television.The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech.Acoustic featuresThe U 87 Ai is addressed from the front, marked with the Neumann logo. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a high-pass filter interferences through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced remarkably.Polar patternsThe dual-diaphragm capsule is elastically mounted and protected by a large headgrille. A switch below the headgrille selects the three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. A window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic.Electrical featuresThe letter A in the name indicates a more recent generation, as compared to the U 87 i microphones that were built from 1967 to 1986. Modifications apply to the electronic components of the microphone only; the capsule remained unchanged.The present-day circuitry increases the operational headroom of the U 87 Ai by supplying the bias voltages for the capsule through a reduced resistance. The result is a higher sensitivity of 10 dB for identical sound pressure levels, and an improved S/N ratio of 3 dB.Filter and attenuationA switch located at the rear attenuates the sensitivity by 10 dB. When this switch is activated, the microphone accepts sound pressure levels up to 127 dB (equivalent to a sound pressure of 45 Pa) without distortion.An additional switch at the rear allows to change the microphone's cutoff frequency. This reduces low frequency interference directly at the input of the microphone amplifier.This setting also compensates for the unavoidable bass boost that occurs with all pressure gradient transducers when they are used at close distance (proximity effect).The cardioid characteristic maintains a smooth frequency response at a distance of 30 to 40 cm, the figure-8 characteristic even at a distance of 15 to 20 cm. SpecificationsAcoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducerDirectional pattern Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 plusFrequency range 20 Hz ... 20 kHzSensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 20/28/22 mV/Pa1)Rated impedance 200 ohmsRated load impedance 1 kohmsEquivalent noise level, CCIR2) 26/23/25 dB1)Equivalent noise level, A-weighted2) 15/12/14 dB-A1)Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 68/71/69 dB1)Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 79/82/80 dB1)Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%3) 117 dB (cardioid)Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation3) 127 dBMaximum output voltage 390 mVDynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) 105 dBSupply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 VCurrent consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 0.8 mAMatching connectors XLR3FWeight 500 gDiameter 56 mmLength 200 mmCaution: Shockmount EA 87 sold separately

In a word: The Neumann classic. Three directional characteristics and switchable pre-attenuation ensure suitability for a wide range of applications. The U 87* is probably the best known and most widely used Neumann studio microphone. It is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule with three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the headgrille.A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion.Furthermore, the low frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect.ApplicationsThe U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic.Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television.The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech.Acoustic featuresThe U 87 Ai is addressed from the front, marked with the Neumann logo. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a high-pass filter interferences through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced remarkably.Polar patternsThe dual-diaphragm capsule is elastically mounted and protected by a large headgrille. A switch below the headgrille selects the three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. A window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic.Electrical featuresThe letter A in the name indicates a more recent generation, as compared to the U 87 i microphones that were built from 1967 to 1986. Modifications apply to the electronic components of the microphone only; the capsule remained unchanged.The present-day circuitry increases the operational headroom of the U 87 Ai by supplying the bias voltages for the capsule through a reduced resistance. The result is a higher sensitivity of 10 dB for identical sound pressure levels, and an improved S/N ratio of 3 dB.Filter and attenuationA switch located at the rear attenuates the sensitivity by 10 dB. When this switch is activated, the microphone accepts sound pressure levels up to 127 dB (equivalent to a sound pressure of 45 Pa) without distortion.An additional switch at the rear allows to change the microphone's cutoff frequency. This reduces low frequency interference directly at the input of the microphone amplifier.This setting also compensates for the unavoidable bass boost that occurs with all pressure gradient transducers when they are used at close distance (proximity effect).The cardioid characteristic maintains a smooth frequency response at a distance of 30 to 40 cm, the figure-8 characteristic even at a distance of 15 to 20 cm. SpecificationsAcoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducerDirectional pattern Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 plusFrequency range 20 Hz ... 20 kHzSensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 20/28/22 mV/Pa1)Rated impedance 200 ohmsRated load impedance 1 kohmsEquivalent noise level, CCIR2) 26/23/25 dB1)Equivalent noise level, A-weighted2) 15/12/14 dB-A1)Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 68/71/69 dB1)Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted2) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 79/82/80 dB1)Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%3) 117 dB (cardioid)Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation3) 127 dBMaximum output voltage 390 mVDynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) 105 dBSupply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V ± 4 VCurrent consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 0.8 mAMatching connectors XLR3FWeight 500 gDiameter 56 mmLength 200 mmCaution: Shockmount EA 87 sold separately