The Classic Telefunken Tube Mic
Few microphones are as iconic as the Telefunken U47 tube condenser microphone. This vintage-style tube studio microphone offers the smooth and sweet sound that made the classic crooners of the 1950s come to life all around the world. In addition to vocals, the Telefunken U47 is a longtime favorite for classical recordings, where its robust low-frequency handling, airy high end, and switchable cardioid/omnidirectional pattern make it ideal for Decca tree stereo mic arrangements. However you use it, you'll be glad you asked your Sweetwater Sales Engineer about the Telefunken U47 tube condenser microphone.
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A classic studio workhorse condenser for vocals, amps, and instruments
Whether you're recording the soulful crooning of a baritone vocalist or the open and airy sound of a chamber string quartet, the Telefunken U47 will provide you with the commanding midrange, extended low end, and glassy highs that have made this microphone a household name since 1946. From the loudest drums to the subtlest strains of nylon-string guitar, the Telefunken U47 captures all the beauty of any source you throw at it in exquisite detail. No matter which tube microphones you've recorded with, until you get your hands on a genuine Telefunken U47, you'll never know what all the fuss is about.
Dual polar patterns provide you with ideal recording options
One of the features that made the original such a hit in the first place was its switchable polar pattern. Loaded with a dual-diaphragm capsule, the Telefunken U47 condenser microphone lets you choose between cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns. In addition to shaping the pickup area, these patterns also subtly change the sound of your microphone, allowing you to fine-tune your tone to best match your source.
Old-school engineering and modern electronics
Technology has changed quite a bit since the Telefunken U47 first hit the market, and the original M7 capsule and the military surplus VF-14M tubes that formed the heart of the Telefunken U47 are long gone. But Telefunken has remained steadfastly committed to providing that classic Telefunken U47 sound. That's why the company developed amazing new components, including the plug-and-play VF-14K vacuum tube and the BV8 output transformer. Hold them up side-by-side, and you'll be hard-pressed to tell a vintage microphone from a modern one. Plug them in, and all you'll hear is pure amazing tube microphone tone.
Telefunken U47 Features:
- Telefunken's classic large-diaphragm tube studio condenser microphone updated for modern recording
- Classic smooth midrange, robust bass, and airy treble make this a go-to microphone for any source
- Based on the microphones used on countless vocal and classical recordings
- Dual-sided M7 capsule provides you with both cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns
- VF-14K vacuum tube and BV8 output transformer offer smooth sound and tons of headroom
- Locking case, power supply, shockmount, and wooden box included
*TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik is not affiliated or connected with, and this product is not produced or licensed by, Georg Neumann GmbH
