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Neumann M 149 Tube Dual Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Brand: Neumann

Model Number: M 149 Tube

Product Code: QD1677

Availability: In stock

AED 19,571.95 AED 20,602.05

The Neumann M 149 Tube is a universal studio microphone with tube electronics in the tradition of the legendary M 49, the large diaphragm condenser microphone that raised the standard of audio recording in the 1950s and has shaped the sound of countless jazz and pop albums ever since. The M 149 continues in this tradition, augmenting the timeless fidelity of its predecessor with updated technology and improved performance specs.

The Neumann M 149 Tube is a universal studio microphone with tube electronics in the tradition of the legendary M 49, the large diaphragm condenser microphone that raised the standard of audio recording in the 1950s and has shaped the sound of countless jazz and pop albums ever since. The M 149 continues in this tradition, augmenting the timeless fidelity of its predecessor with updated technology and improved performance specs.

The M 149 uses the same sound transducer as its famous predecessor, the classic K 47/49 large diaphragm capsule, renowned for its supreme balance and unmatched presence. This delicate dual diaphragm capsule is housed in a large, acoustically open headgrille, which minimizes internal reflections. The capsule signal is then amplified by a subminiature triode tube, specially selected for lowest noise and optimal transmission characteristics. The final stage is a high-precision, ultra-low distortion transformerless output stage, which preserves the full dynamics of the preceding tube circuit and is optimized for 21st century signal chains. The M 149 offers higher sensitivity and much lower noise than vintage tube microphones. And thanks its current sensing technology, which ensures optimal operating conditions for the tube, and its low output impedance, the M 149 can drive long cable runs of up to 300 m without transmission losses. It was this innovative combination of classic tube technology with state of the art Neumann engineering which earned the M 149 a prestigious TEC Award in 1997.

The M 149 offers nine directional characteristics, omni, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8, plus four intermediate positions as well as a 7-position low cut (20 to 160 Hz in half-octave steps). This flexibility along with an exceptionally low self-noise figure of only 13 dB-A (cardioid mode) makes the M 149 a truly universal studio microphone for all applications. Not only is the M 149 a superb microphone for vocalists in any genre; unlike many other modern tube microphones, it is also an amazingly versatile microphone for a wide range of instruments, such as piano, acoustic and electric guitar, upright bass, percussion, drums overheads, as well as solo strings, brass and woodwind instruments. The M 149 is a premium microphone which will satisfy even the most demanding users.

Features

  • Transformerless output circuit, triode tube and integrated amplifier provide a signal output stage featuring very low self-noise and distortion. The final output stage is an integrated amplifier that provides a very high output signal and the frequency response curve is unaffected by high, transient signal levels resulting in warm, transparent signal reproduction.
  • Utilizing the legendary K 49 capsule - well known from the legendary U 47 and M 49 microphones - as well as a modern tube and high quality amplifier output stage, the M 149 Tube delivers exceptional signal character and response. A frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz and SPL rating of 136 dB < 5% THD result in pristine audio reproduction at various dynamic range.
  • Omnidirectional, wide angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid and figure 8 polar patterns are provided. Intermediate positions of each are located in between the pattern designations.
  • A 7-position low frequency roll-off switch is located at the rear of the microphone. It selects a high-pass filter, advancing in half-octave steps between 20 Hz and 160 Hz (-3 dB)
  • The capsule is mounted elastically inside the head to minimize structure borne noise.
  • The elastic EA 170 microphone shock-mount is included and even further minimizes noise caused by handling.


Specifications

Operating Principle

Pressure Gradient

Polar Pattern

Cardioid, Figure-8, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, Subcardioid/Wide Cardioid

Pattern Selection

Switched

Circuitry

Tube

Frequency Range

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL

120 dB SPL
136 dB SPL

Impedance

50 Ohms

Load Impedance

1000 Ohms

Sensitivity

34 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms
47 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms
62 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

66 dB CCIR
69 dB CCIR
71 dB CCIR
78 dB A-Weighted
81 dB A-Weighted
83 dB A-Weighted

Equivalent Noise Level

28 dB CCIR
25 dB CCIR
23 dB CCIR
16 dB A-Weighted
13 dB A-Weighted
11 dB A-Weighted

THD

0.5%

Output Connectors (Analog)                                

1 x XLR 3-Pin

Dimensions

7.0 x 20.1 cm

Weight

730 g

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