BeesNeez BN251 ELA M 251 Tube Mic #2 (Used)

The BeesNeez Pro Audio BN251, is a large-diaphragm, multi-pattern tube condenser microphone precision crafted in Australia. It’s a part-for-part mechanical twin of the original Telefunken (AKG-manufactured) ELA M 251—renowned since the 1950s for its smooth, rounded, and airy tone. BeesNeez Pro Audio now faithfully recreates every detail, both inside and out—now at a dramatically lower cost than vintage originals.

Key Features

• Exact 1:1 Replica of the Original
  Every external and internal mechanical component—including the body, connector, and even the power supply—is faithfully reproduced, delivering authentic appearance and performance.
• Beesneez CK12 Capsule
  At its sonic heart lies the BeesNeez CK12 capsule—celebrated for its split back-plate, multi-chambered design, and widely regarded as the best CK12 capsule available.
• Advanced Glass Amorphous Toroidal Transformer
  Featuring a custom-wound transformer—a modern solution involving glass amorphous toroidal core technology—for accurate impedance conversion, musical tonal linearity, and superior wide-frequency response.
• Classic Tube Warmth & Vintage Design
  Retains the original’s tube design with field-swappable head and amplifier cartridges—ensuring the same warmth, serviceability, and sonic fidelity that made the original legendary.

Specifications

• Type: Large Diaphragm, tube condenser – Multipattern
• Polar Patterns: Omni, cardioid, figure-8 (switchable)
• Frequency Response: 15 Hz – 20 kHz (±2 dB)
• Capsule:
• Transformer:
• Tube: 12aT7 Glass Tube

What is in the box?

• Microphone
• Swivel Mount Connector with Cable
• Power Supply
• Wooden Box
• Flight Case

Why Choose the Beesneez Pro Audio BN251

The BN251 captures the legendary warmth, openness, and airy nuance of the ELA M 251, enabling today’s studios to access that vintage sound without the legacy price tags. The Beesneez BN251 will give you that classic tone without the need to pay excessive prices, it is a top-tier sensible choice.