TF51
Tube Microphone
From Telefunken Elektroakustik:
The large diaphragm multi pattern TF51 exhibits a smooth midrange and airy top end similar to the ELA M 251E and C12.
The TF51 is a fresh take on the “Austrian” microphone sound associated with the legendary TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E and C12. The TF51 continues this legacy, exhibiting a smooth midrange and airy top end and capturing every nuance in pleasant detail. The TF51 is a reliable first choice for stand out vocals, acoustic instruments, and percussion. Similar to the 251E and C12, the TF51 features a CK12-style edge terminated capsule, 6072A vacuum tube, and custom-made Haufe transformer. The combination of these components provides a beautifully open and smooth sonic profile, with a certain level of articulation that can only be described as lifelike.
Specs
- Type
- Vacuum Tube Condenser
- Capsule
- TK51 Edge Terminated Large Diaphragm
- Tube
- TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik 6072A
- Transformer
- Haufe T31
- Pattern
- Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
- Sensitivity
- 19 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
- Output impedance
- < 300 Ω
- Self-noise (amplifier)
- 8 dBA
- Maximum SPL (for 1% THD)
- 128 dB
- THD at 1 kHz at 1 Pa (amplifier)
- < 0.4%
- S/N ratio
- 86 dBA
- Power
- External Power Supply
- Dimensions
- 200 mm L x 46 mm Dia
- Weight
- 615 g
- Included
- Tube Mic Cable, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Stand Mount, Mic Sleeve, Carrying Case
Source: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik TF51 product page