Description
The TLM 103 has quickly become one of the biggest successes in Neumann’s history. Its pristine, clear sound is a modern update on the classic U87. The TLM 103 is a transformerless cardioid condenser microphone with a gentle presence boost for a stunningly direct sound with breath-taking definition and ultra-low noise.
The TLM 103 was primarily designed for project studios and broadcast use, but due to its outstanding performance was soon embraced by renowned studios as a more modern-sounding alternative to the U87 e.g. for speech, vocals, drums, guitar amps, and piano. The TLM 103 is also often used as a spot mic in classical recordings e.g. for cello and double bass.
What's in the box:
- Neumann TLM 103 Microphone - Nickel
- Neumann EA 1 Shock Mount
Features at a Glance:
- Large diaphragm capsule derived from the classic U 87 microphone
- Balanced sound with enhanced presence
- Cardioid pattern
- Transformerless circuitry with high SPL capability
- Extremely low self-noise: only 7 dB-A
Specifications:
|
Acoustical operating principle |
Pressure gradient transducer |
| Directional Pattern |
Cardioid |
| Frequency Range |
20 Hz ... 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm |
23 mV/Pa ≙ –32.5 dBV ± 1 dB |
| Rated Impedance |
50 ohms |
| Rated load impedance |
1 kohms |
| Equivalent noise level, CCIR¹⁾ |
17.5 dB |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted¹⁾ |
7 dB-A |
| Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%²⁾ |
138 dB |
| Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL)¹⁾ |
76.5 dB |
| Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL)¹⁾ |
87 dB |
| Maximum output voltage |
13 dBu |
| Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) |
48 V ± 4 V |
| Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) |
3 mA |
| Matching connector |
XLR 3 F |
| Weight approx. |
450 g |
| Diameter |
60 mm |
| Length |
132 mm |