Neumann M 49 V Set Remote Switchable Studio Tube Microphone

The Neumann M 49 V Set Remote Switchable Studio Tube Microphone is a true icon in the world of professional audio recording. Originally introduced in 1951, this microphone revolutionized studio technology with its continuously variable, remote-switchable polar pattern and its rich, full, and silky sound. The M 49 V is a highly anticipated reissue that adheres to its original specifications, ensuring the legendary quality that has made this microphone a staple in countless classic recordings. Whether you're recording an orchestra, piano, trumpet, or vocals, the M 49 V delivers unparalleled audio fidelity.

Designed in collaboration with Nordwestdeutscher Rundfunk (Northwest German Broadcasting) during the early 1950s, the M 49 was developed as a reference microphone capable of replacing all previous models. Its groundbreaking technology allowed for remote control of its polar pattern, providing a balanced frequency response across all settings from omnidirectional to cardioid to figure-8. This universal functionality makes the M 49 V suitable for virtually any recording scenario, capturing every nuance of sound with incredible clarity.

Over the years, the M 49 underwent multiple improvements, culminating in the M 49 V model, which incorporates a lower noise subminiature tube and a high-frequency interference-immune connector. The included NM V pattern control unit automatically adapts to both the M 49 V and historical M 49 models, providing optimal heater voltage and local mains voltage adaptation. Complete with the iconic yoke mount for flexible positioning, the M 49 V set is a blend of timeless elegance and state-of-the-art innovation, all handmade in Germany.

Key Features

• Reissue of the legendary M 49 with detail improvements
• Continuously variable polar pattern, remote controlled
• Superb microphone for both male and female vocals
• Versatile audio capture for all types of instruments

Specifications

• Acoustical operating principal: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional Pattern: Variable (omnidirectional...cardioid…figure-8)
• Frequency Range: 40 Hz...16 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 6.5/8/10 mV/Pa ± 1 dB (-43.5/-42/-40 dBV)
• Rated Impedance: 200 ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 32/30/30 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 21/20/19 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 125 dB (cardioid)
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL): 62/64/64 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL): 73/74/75 dB
• Maximum output voltage: 300 mV ~ - 8 dBu
• Power supply: NM V
• Weight: 800 g
• Diameter: 80 mm
• Length: 163 mm
• Required connectors/Microphone: KC 5 cable (7-pin)
• Required connectors / Power supply unit - output: XLR 3 F/n

Package Contents

• 1 x Neumann M 49 V Microphone
• 1 x NM V Pattern Control Unit
• 1 x Iconic yoke mount
• 1 x High-quality storage case
• 1 x KC 5 cable (7-pin)
• 1 x XLR 3 F/n connector