Telefunken TF47 Large-diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone - Stereo Set

Telefunken TF47 Large-diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone - Stereo Set

Large-diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone with 3 Polar Patterns, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Case, and 7-pin Microphone Cable - Stereo Set with Locking Flight Case

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The Legendary German Sound — In Stereo

Sumptuous results on vocals, guitar amps, and drums

Legendary artists like the Beatles, Miles Davis, Michael Jackson, and John Coltrane all owe their sound, in part, to the original 47. Once he tried it, Frank Sinatra wouldn’t go near any other vocal mic. Mercury recorded full symphony orchestras with only three of them set to omnidirectional. The Telefunken TF47 is handcrafted to the tightest tolerances using top-drawer materials, and its sound has been honed through meticulous real-world testing. The result is a mic with a warm, sweet sonic character and the ability to render virtually any source with authoritative self-assuredness. These characteristics make it especially adept at capturing vocals, guitar amps, and tom toms.

Custom capsule, vacuum tube, and transformer

The TF47 employs a new-old-stock Telefunken 5840W tube. The TF47’s custom-designed vintage-spec BV8 output transformer, built for Telefunken by a reputable transformer factory using high-quality core material, is a replica of the BV8 transformer used in the vintage 47. Likewise, the center-terminated capsule is a modern K47-style custom design, dual-sided to provide the TF47 with both cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns — just like an original 47 — plus a bonus figure-8 pattern, all switchable remotely from the microphone’s included external power supply.

Explore the sonic possibilities

The TF47’s three polar patterns — cardioid, omni, and figure-8 — give you immense flexibility when it comes to exploring the sonic possibilities offered by different recording techniques. With two of these superb microphones, you can implement stereo techniques such as Spaced Pair (A/B), X-Y (including Blumlein), ORTF array, and mid-side (M-S). You could even mic an entire symphony orchestra with nothing but three judiciously placed TF47s set to omni.

The next-generation 47

Every serious studio should have at least one pair of high-quality large-diaphragm tube condenser mics — and the Telefunken TF47 is inspired by a legendary one. You can use the TF47 on just about anything — with world-class results. It’s simply stunning on vocals, acoustic guitars, double bass, electric guitar and bass cabs, drums and percussion, strings, brass, and woodwinds. And you haven’t lived until you’ve heard a grand piano spring to life when miked with a pair of TF47s. Considering its unique sonic virtues, impressive performance, and outstanding value, it would be wise to have two of them in your mic locker for recording tracks in stereo!

Telefunken TF47 Stereo Set Features:

• Matched Pair of T47 large-diaphragm tube condenser microphones
• Bold, midrange-forward sound, reminiscent of the U47
• K47-style center-terminated capsule and custom vintage-spec BV8 transformer, similar to the U47
• Smooth, detailed high end; full, round bass
• Cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar patterns
• New old stock 5840W vacuum tube
• Hand-assembled in the USA
• Includes M901S Dual Power Supply, 2 M803 Tube Microphone Cables, 2 M703 Elastic Shock Mounts, 2 Microphone Sleeves, and Locking Flight Case

Tech Specs

• Microphone Type:Tube Condenser
• Mono/Stereo:Stereo Pair
• Polar Pattern:Cardioid
• Diaphragm Size:TK47 Diaphragm
• Frequency Response:20Hz-20kHz
• Max SPL:125dB SPL
• Sensitivity:22 mV/Pa
• Output Impedance:<300 ohms
• Signal to Noise Ratio:84dB (A weighted)
• Self Noise:10dB (A weighted)
• Tube:5840W NOS
• Color:Blue, Chrome
• Connector:7-pin XLR (mic), 3-pin XLR (power supply)
• Power Source:External M901S Dual Power Supply
• Dimensions:7.87" x 1.81"
• Weight:1.56 lbs.
• Included Accessories:Shockmount, Stand Mount, Dual Mic Flight Case, Mic Cable
• Manufacturer Part Number:SYTM-092

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