Neumann TLM 67 Multi-Pattern Mic with K67 Capsule, Omni, Cardioid and Figure 8 Patterns, Pad and Filter

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 Neumann TLM67 Multi-Pattern Mic with K67 Capsule, Omni, Cardioid and Figure 8 Patterns, Pad and Filter 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. Along with the numbers "47" and "87," the number "67" resonates within studio professionals the world over. All classics in their own right, The elite Neumann U 47, U 67, and U 87 have attended some of the most legendary recording sessions in music history. Today, Neumann gives us a contemporary development of the classic U 67 in the form of the TLM 67. Using the same K 67 capsule as the U 67, the TLM 67 employs a transformerless design - the same circuitry proved extremely successful with the TLM 49.

Key Features

Sound characteristics based on the legendary U 67
Three switchable directional characteristics (omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8)
Switchable high-pass filter and pre-attenuation
Transformerless circuit technology
New dual-color exterior design

Technical Specs

Acoustical operating principle
Pressure gradient transducer
Directional pattern
Omni/cardioid/figure-8
Frequency range
20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm
10/18/9 mV/Pa
Rated impedance
50 ohms
Rated load impedance
1 kohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR
29/24/30 dB
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
16/11/17 dB-A
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (rel. 94 dB SPL)
65/70/64 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (rel. 94 dB SPL)
78/83/77 dB-A
Maximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 0.5 %
110/105/111 dB
Maximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 5 %
130/125/131 dB
Maximum output voltage
<-1 dBu
Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 0.5 %)
94 dB
Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 5 %)
114 dB
Power supply
P48
Matching connector
XLR 3F
Weight
490 g, 1 lbs
Diameter
56 mm
Length
200 mm