Neumann TLM 49 + EA 3

Large diaphragm condenser microphone with elastic suspension

The TLM 49 is a large-diaphragm studio microphone with a cardioid directional characteristic and a warm sound which is especially optimized for vocal performance. It is supplied as a set, with an elastic suspension.
The design is inspired by that of the legendary M 49 and M 50 microphones of the 1950s. Naturally the TLM 49 has the typical Neumann fine matte nickel finish. The ‘sound design’ is also oriented toward that of the M 49 and the U 47 By combining its retro look with proven Neumann transformerless circuit technology, this microphone ensures low self-noise and the use of high gain levels.
The TLM 49 uses the famous K 47 capsule, which was also used in the M 49 and the U 47. The capsule has a linear frequency response up to the upper mid-range. Above 2 kHz there is a gentle presence boost up to 3 dB. The capsule is enclosed by a large microphone headgrille, which is acoustically very open and is hence neutral with regard to the sound.

Technical Data

• Acoustical operating principle Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional pattern Cardioid
• Frequency range 20 Hz … 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 13 mV/Pa
• Rated impedance 50 ohms
• Rated load impedance 1000 ohms
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR1) 23 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted1) 12 dB-A
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 71 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94 dB SPL) 82 dB
• Maximum SPL for THD < 0.5 %2) 110 dB
• Maximum SPL for THD < 5 %2) 129 dB
• Maximum output voltage for THD < 5% -1 dBu
• Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier /A-weighted, 0.5 %2)) 98 dB
• Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier /A-weighted, 5 %2)) 117 dB
• Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) 48 V – 4 V
• Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) 3.2 mA
• Matching connector XLR 3F
• Weight 825 g
• Diameter 78 mm
• Length 165 mm