Masterfully crafted since 1957 in Heilbronn, Germany, the Beyerdynamic M 130 is a rugged, dynamic double-ribbon microphone, featuring a true figure-eight polar pattern. Its versatility, durability, and precision make it an indispensable asset for professionals seeking exceptional sound quality for any studio recording and demanding live performances alike.

Versatile Recording Applications

The M 130 excels in capturing a wide range of sources, including drums, electric guitar amplifiers, pianos, acoustic guitars, orchestras, choirs, and room ambience.

Its broad and balanced frequency response (40 Hz to 18 kHz) ensures authentic, natural sound reproduction, while its low-mass, pure-aluminum double ribbons provide exceptional impulse fidelity.

With a true, figure-eight polar pattern, the M 130 offers excellent suppression of lateral noise, making it ideal for isolating sound from the sides in complex recording environments.

Perfect for Stereo and M/S Recording

The M 130's figure-eight polar pattern makes it a go-to choice for stereo techniques like the Blumlein Pair, delivering rich, immersive room ambience.
It also pairs seamlessly with hypercardioid or supercardioid microphones for Mid/Side (M/S) recording, enabling versatile, spatial audio capture with precision and depth.

The Superiority of Double-Ribbon Figure-8 Design

Unlike microphones that mimic a figure-eight pattern using dual capsules, the M 130's genuine double-ribbon capsule provides unparalleled sound accuracy and stability across the frequency spectrum.

It captures sound equally from the front and rear while rejecting noise from the sides (at 90 and 270°), ensuring pristine off-axis performance.

Compact, Lightweight, and Built to Last

At just 5"in length and weighing 5.3 oz, the M 130 is both compact and lightweight, making it easy to position in any recording or live setup. Despite its small size, it is remarkably robust, even for a ribbon microphone.

Supplied in a durable hard case, the M 130 is designed to withstand the rigors of professional use.

Exquisite Craftsmanship: Handmade in Germany

Each M 130 microphone is a testament to German engineering excellence. The manufacturing process involves inserting two wafer-thin, hand-stamped aluminum ribbons (0.003mm thick) into a narrow magnetic gap, with just 0.5mm between the ribbons.

This intricate process, mastered by only a handful of highly skilled artisans, ensures the M 130's unparalleled quality and performance.
Further enhancing its durability and sound quality, the microphone features a handmade triple-layered grille, a hallmark of Beyerdynamic's commitment to precision.

Individually Calibrated for Perfection

Every M 130 is meticulously tested and comes with its own unique measurement curve, a demonstration of the individualized care that goes into each unit.
This ensures that every microphone delivers the signature Beyerdynamic sound consistency.