Neumann Unveils M 147 Tube Microphone

January 15, 1999 -- When it comes to new microphone design, Neumann has proven again that pushing the limits is what they do best. The new M 147 Tube is the latest model to join Neumann's award winning condenser studio microphone line. The M 147 Tube offers Neumann's proven high quality at a reasonable price.

At the heart of the M 147 Tube is the K 47 capsule, made famous in the legendary U 47 and U 47 FET n-dcrophones. It exhibits an acoustically well-balanced frequency response (20Hz - 20kHz) and features a supercardioid polar pattern with very even attenuation of signals from the rear of the microphone. In addition,
the M 147 Tube demonstrates extremely low self noise for a tube microphone (13 dB-A) and has the ability to handle acoustic signals up to 130 dB SPL without distortion.

Exceeding traditional designs, Neumann has selected a modern tube complemented by a transformerless output circuit. The result is a more controlled, uncolored audio signal from capsule to output. Bass response extends quite low while avoiding phase problems or low level signal losses typical of transformers.

Similar to all the microphones in the Neumann line, the response characteristics are achieved acoustically. By employing the K 47 capsule, this ensures the same warmth and clarity produced by the U 47 and U 47 FET microphones. The M 147 Tube also maintains excellent impulse response and faithfully reproduces transient signals found in music and speech.

"The M 147 Tube pays homage to Neumann's rich 70-year history in innovative microphone design," says Karl Winkler, product manager for Neumann/ USA. "It meets the requirements of project, home and professional studio markets for a world-class microphone at a reasonable price. The M 149 Tube was instantly accepted as a new benchmark in high-end tube microphones after its introduction in the Fall of 1995. We expect similar results from the M 147 Tube in a single polar pattern tube mic."

Currently available, the M 147 Tube ships in a robust aluminum carrying case with a standard mount, power supply, and cable. Retail price is $1,995.

For more information, visit http://www.neumann.com/