TELEFUNKEN U47

In production for over 23 years, the recreation of the iconic TELEFUNKEN U47 is faithful in every detail, down to the historically accurate BV8 transformer and M7-style capsule.

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Single microphone system

Each system includes:

TELEFUNKEN U47 Microphone
M 940H Power Supply
M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cable – 10m
M 740 Shock Mount
FC40 Locking Flight Case
WB40 Wooden Microphone Box

$9,995.00

TELEFUNKEN U47

A true staple of professional, top-tier recording studios, the TELEFUNKEN U47 is known for its authoritative mid-range and extended low-end response, exceling at everything from vocals and electric guitar to orchestral and chamber recordings. The TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik recreation of this large diaphragm tube microphone remains faithful to the original design, retaining the historically accurate BV8 output transformer and M7-style capsule, which produce the same rich and vibrant tone that helped establish the TELEFUNKEN U47 as a studio legend. *TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik is not affiliated or connected with, and this product is not produced or licensed by, Georg Neumann GmbH

Features

Classic punchy, mid-forward sound with pleasing bite
Legendary extended low frequency response
Cardioid and Omni polar pattern selection
US-made historically accurate M7 center-terminated capsule
TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik VF14k vacuum tube
Point-to-point wired in the USA true to the original design
Includes American-made vintage-compatible cable and fully regulated power supply

Technical Specifications

Type: Vacuum Tube Condenser

Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional

Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ±3 dB

Power Source: External Power Supply

Capsule: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik M7 - Center Terminated Large Diaphragm

Tube: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik VF14K

Transformer: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik BV8

Sensitivity: 24.5 mV/Pa, ±1 dB

THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier): < 0.3%

Output Impedance: 200 Ω

Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): 127 dB

S/N Ratio: 85 dBA

Self Noise (Amplifier): 9 dBA

Dimensions: 240 mm L x 60 mm Dia

Weight: 620 g

Included Accessories: Tube Mic Cable, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Wooden Box, Flight Case

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TELEFUNKEN U47

Single microphone system

Each system includes:

TELEFUNKEN U47 Microphone
M 940H Power Supply
M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cable – 10m
M 740 Shock Mount
FC40 Locking Flight Case
WB40 Wooden Microphone Box

TELEFUNKEN U47 Stereo Set

A frequency and gain matched pair of microphones with dual power supply

Each system includes:

(2x) Matched TELEFUNKEN U47 Microphones
M 940HS Power Supply
(2x) M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cables – 10m
(2x) M 740 Shock Mounts
FC40S Locking Flight Case
(2x) WB40 Wooden Microphone Boxes

“I always champion a strong and comfortable performance over sonic perfection, but I remember giving a sigh of relief when I heard Rick got his hands on a TELEFUNKEN U47 to track his vocals with. It just means that there would be less work I have to do to make the vocals sound like a ‘record’ and more time getting to add some creative sauces. Without hating on other mic companies, I can just tell you that every voice or instrument pairs uniquely for better or worse with different microphones. I have had great experience with the U47.”

Kenny Cash – Factory Underground Studio, Connecticut

So, we used the TELEFUNKEN U47 and it sounded great as soon as she put on the headphones and started singing into it. In a sense, this mic makes people sing better. And when it comes time for editing and doing rough mixes and whatnot, it just sits there really easily; you don't have to do too much to it.

Lance Powell – Nick Cave & Bad Seeds, Mellissa Ethridge, Raekwon