Neumann TLM102 Condenser Microphone (Black)

The TLM 102 is impressive in terms of sound: In the interior is a newly developed large-diaphragm capsule (cardioid) with a maximum sound pressure level of 144 dB, which permits the recording of percussion, drums, amps and other very loud sound sources, for example. Instruments that are not especially loud also benefit from the very fast transient response of the TLM 102. However its most important applications are in the realm of vocals and speech; a slight boost above 6 kHz provides for excellent presence of the voice in the overall mix. Up to 6 kHz the frequency response is extremely linear, ensuring minimal coloration and a clearly defined bass range. The capsule has an elastic suspension for the suppression of structure-borne noise. A pop screen integrated into the grille serves to suppress plosives in vocal and speech recording.

Features/Specifications:

• Large-diaphragm microphone with cardioid directional characteristic (pressure gradient transducer)
• Compact, characteristic but smaller-scale Neumann design
• Very high maximum sound pressure level
• Slight presence boost above 6 kHz
• Transformerless circuitry

Further Specs:

• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 11 mV/Pa
• Rated impedance: 50 ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1 kohms
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR1: 21 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 12 dB-A
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (rel. 94 dB SPL): 73 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted: (rel. 94 dB SPL): 82 dB
• Maximum SPL for THD 0.5: 144 dB
• Maximum output voltage: 13 dBu
• Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V ± 4 V
• Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): 3.5 mA

Physical Details:

• Matching Connector: XLR3F
• Product Weight: approx. 260 g
• Diameter: 52 mm
• Length: 116 mm