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Neumann U87 Ai mt Studio Set Condenser microphone

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A Neumann Classic! The U87 is presumably the most famous and most widely adopted studio microphone. 3 polar patterns and switch...  All product info

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Neumann U87 Ai Studio Set mt

Large-diaphragm condenser microphone studio set

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  • Since the 1980s, the standard for professional recording of speech u. and vocals in recording studios u. and in broadcasting
  • A transparent, musical all-round sound
  • very popular for rap u. modern rock vocals
  • Neumann K870 capsule (U 67; TLM 103; TLM 67; U87; USM 69 i)
  • switchable polar patterns
  • transformer-coupled FET circuit (purple Neumann emblem)
  • Finished in matt black

Contents:

  • U87 Ai mt
  • EA 87 elastic mount
  • Wooden case

Technical specifications:

  • Acoustic principle: Pressure gradient microphone
  • Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 15/12/14 dB-A (cardioid/omnidirectional/figure-8)
  • Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted relative to 94 dB SPL: 79/82/80 dB (cardioid/omnidirectional/figure-of-eight)
  • Sound pressure level at which distortion is < 0.5%: 117 dB (cardioid)
  • Maximum sound pressure level for K < 0.5% with pre-attenuation: 127 dB (cardioid)
  • Maximum output voltage: 390 mV
  • Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V ± 4 V
  • Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): 0.8 mA
  • Required connector: XLR3F

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Axel Reinemer talks about his experiences with the U87 Ai:

A studio standard found in all the world’s top studios

The Neumann U87 Ai Studio Set mt is the perfect vocal microphone for all types of microphone recordings in music and speech productions. Furthermore, the U87 is also used as the main microphone for orchestral recordings or as a support microphone for individual instruments, making it the studio standard in the repertoire of radio, film and television productions. Particularly noteworthy are the consistently clear and assertive sound reproduction characteristics of the Neumann microphone, with a beautifully defined mid-range. Despite its almost linear sound response, the U87 Ai does not behave as neutrally as a small-diaphragm microphone, but offers vocalists in particular the typical comfortable performance characteristics of a large-diaphragm condenser microphone.

Classic applications include: voice-overs in dubbing studios, room miking, guitar amplifiers (in combination with the Shure SM57 or Sennheiser MD421), and aggressive, assertive vocals (rap, hard rock).

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Flexible recording options for vocals and acoustic instruments

The U87 Ai Studio Set mt is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule and offers a choice of three polar patternsomnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8 – which can be selected via a switch on the capsule head. The microphone can therefore be used flexibel. It is legendary as a studio microphone for vocal recordings, but is of course also excellent for recording acoustic instruments. A switch on the rear panel provides a 10 dB pad. This allows the microphone to handle sound pressure levels of up to 127 dB SPL without distortion. Furthermore, the frequency response can be rolled off in the low frequencies, um z.B. to compensate for the proximity effect.

Frequency response and sound characteristics of the U87 Ai

The U87 Ai’s Einsprechrichtung is lateral, with the front identified by the company logo. The frequency response is practically linear for the Niere and figure-8 polar patterns, even in the upper frequency range for sound incident from the front. This means the microphone can be used particularly effectively at close range from sound sources without producing an unnaturally sharp sound. To counteract unwanted noise, a high-pass filter cuts out particularly low frequencies.

Buy U87 Ai accessories individually or as a complete ‘ Studio ’ set

The U87 Ai is available in two standard finishes, nickel and black, with the basic version supplied without a shock mount. Many customers therefore choose to buy the U87 Ai straight away as a complete ‘ Studio ’ set. This is because it ensures vibration-free mounting on the microphone.

Also available as a bundle from us

We’re offering the Neumann U87 Ai in a bundle at an affordable price, including a high-quality Mikrofonspinne from our own range.

Manufacturer information
Georg Neumann GmbH
Leipziger Str. 112
10117 Berlin
Germany
[email protected]
304177240

Features:

  • Manufacturer: Neumann
  • Microphone type: True condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Omni, Cardioid & 8
  • Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz
  • Maximum SPL in dB: 127
  • Sensitivity (mV/Pa @ 1kHz): 28
  • Input: XLR 3 Pole
  • Width (mm): 56
  • Depth (mm): 56
  • Height (mm): 200
  • Weight (kg): 0.5
  • Capsule size: Large
  • Mono or stereo: Mono
  • Power supply: 48V
  • incl. Accessories: Shock mount & wood case
  • Application Area: Vocals/instrument
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£ 2,699.00