Not an imitation of the past, but a modern studio microphone for the future.
For decades Neumann has been setting standards in the world of studio microphones, and the TLM 107 follows closely to a tradition of innovation. With five directional characteristics and a novel-operating concept, this standard-setting, large-diaphragm microphone provides sound without any coloration. Featuring equally impressive level stability and low self-noise, it captures everything from the softest whisper to thundering drums. Use the TLM 107 for everything from broadcasting to studio and demanding home recording applications.
The TLM 107 doesn't try to imitate a vintage sound or dated relic. In fact, it's just the opposite, a modern studio mic with detailed, high-precision sound reproduction that is very close to the original source.
No-Compromise Sound Design
Transformerless circuitry permits a high degree of linearity and a large dynamic range. The self-noise of only 10dB-A is practically inaudible, while at the same time, the TLM 107 features high level handling. The maximum sound pressure level of 141dB SPL can be increased to 153dB SPL via pre-attenuation (Pad). This enables the TLM 107 to transmit the sound of even the loudest instruments without distortion. The Low Cut settings of Linear, 40Hz and 100Hz are precisely adapted to practical recording situations. Without side effects, the 40Hz setting cuts interference noise below the range of fundamental tones (where 41Hz is the frequency of the double bass open E string), while the 100Hz setting is optimized for speech and vocals (where 100Hz corresponds to the lowest notes of a baritone).
Note: Stand mount included (suspension shockmount not included).
The TLM 107 doesn't try to imitate a vintage sound or dated relic. In fact, it's just the opposite, a modern studio mic with detailed, high-precision sound reproduction that is very close to the original source.
Neumann Engineering
The newly developed sound transducer, which was designed especially for this microphone, is impressive with its outstanding impulse fidelity. The great consistency of the five polar patterns, omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8, with the intermediate patterns wide-angle cardioid and hypercardioid, is also unusual for a large-diaphragm capsule. The TLM 107 provides optimal sound not only for the cardioid setting; it also ensures maximum precision over the entire frequency range for all of the other directional characteristics. The sound always remains balanced, with an almost linear reproduction up to 8kHz, and a slight boost in the highest frequencies that lends presence and freshness to the voice. Here, particular attention has been paid to the natural reproduction of speech sounds, especially the critical "s" sound. The grille is acoustically optimized for low sensitivity to pop sounds. In addition, the sound transducer is edge-terminated, with both diaphragms at ground voltage. Specifically, this ensures considerably reduced sensitivity to dust and humidity.No-Compromise Sound Design
Transformerless circuitry permits a high degree of linearity and a large dynamic range. The self-noise of only 10dB-A is practically inaudible, while at the same time, the TLM 107 features high level handling. The maximum sound pressure level of 141dB SPL can be increased to 153dB SPL via pre-attenuation (Pad). This enables the TLM 107 to transmit the sound of even the loudest instruments without distortion. The Low Cut settings of Linear, 40Hz and 100Hz are precisely adapted to practical recording situations. Without side effects, the 40Hz setting cuts interference noise below the range of fundamental tones (where 41Hz is the frequency of the double bass open E string), while the 100Hz setting is optimized for speech and vocals (where 100Hz corresponds to the lowest notes of a baritone).Innovative Operating Concept
For the first time, all of the microphone switch functions are controlled intuitively via a navigation switch. A visual highlight is the illuminated pattern display in the chrome ring, while the Pad and Low Cut status is displayed by LEDs to the left and right of the switch. In order not to distract singers, the switch and display are located on the back of the microphone. After ten seconds, the displays are turned off automatically.Note: Stand mount included (suspension shockmount not included).
Specifications
- Acoustical operating principle: Pressure-gradient transducer
- Directional pattern: Omni, wide angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8
- Frequency range: 20Hz–20kHz
- Sensitivity at 1kHz into 1 kohms 11 mV/Pa
- Rated impedance: 50 ohms
- Rated load impedance: 1,000 ohms
- Equivalent noise level, CCIR1): 22dB
- Equivalent noise level, A-weighted1) :10dB-A
- Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94dB SPL): 72dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94dB SPL): 84dB
- Maximum SPL for THD < 0.5%2): 141dB
- Maximum SPL for THD < 0.5%2) with pre-attenuation -6dB: 147dB
- Maximum SPL for THD < 0.5%2) with pre-attenuation -12dB: 153dB
- Maximum output voltage: 10dBu
- Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48V ±4V
- Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): 3.2 mA
- Matching connectors: XLR3F
- Weight: 445 g
- Diameter: 64 mm
- Length: 145 mm
Features
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Lead, which is known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.