Neumann TLM 67 Microphone

In the world of studio microphones, the numbers “47”, “67” and “87” have associations that inspire enthusiasm among professionals in the field. It is of course no coincidence that the name of the Neumann TLM 67 contains the number “67”. In many respects, the TLM 67 is based on the “workhorse” of the 1960s, the legendary U 67. Like the U 67, the TLM 67 incorporates the K 67 capsule.

The TLM 67 is extremely versatile. Its three switchable directional characteristics (omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8), selectable 10 dB pre-attenuation and high-pass filter permit detailed adjustments to be made, depending upon the specific recording situation. Delivery includes EA 87 shock-mount, WS 87 windscreen and IC 3/25 cable in a woodbox.

Features:

• Sound characteristics based on the legendary U 67
• Three switchable directional characteristics (omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8)
• Switchable high-pass filter and pre-attenuation
• Transformerless circuit technology
• New dual-color exterior design

Neumann TLM 67 User Guide (PDF)

Specifications:

• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional pattern: Omni/cardioid/figure-8
• Frequency range: 20 Hz ... 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 10/18/9 mV/Pa
• Rated impedance: 50 ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1 kohms
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 29/24/30 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 16/11/17 dB-A
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (rel. 94 dB SPL): 65/70/64 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (rel. 94 dB SPL): 78/83/77 dB-A
• Maximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 0.5 %: 110/105/111 dB
• Maximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 5 %: 130/125/131 dB
• Maximum output voltage: -1 dBu
• Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 0.5 %: 94 dB
• Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 5 %: 104 dB
• Power supply: P48
• Matching connector: XLR 3F
• Weight: 490 g
• Diameter: 56 mm
• Length: 200 mm