REFURBISHED - STEREO PAIR - Microtech Gefell MV 692 M94 - FULL SYSTEM - XLR

Neumann heritage. 

stereo pair of Microtech Gefell MV 692 condenser microphones with M94 cardioid capsules

Professionally converted by Siegfried Thiersch for standard 48V phantom power, these are serious studio microphones equally suited to demanding recording sessions and vintage microphone collectors.

OPTICAL CONDITION

USED - EXCELLENT COSMETIC CONDITION

VERY WELL PRESERVED PROFESSIONAL STUDIO PAIR

TECHNICAL CONDITION

FULLY TESTED - PERFECT WORKING ORDER

PROFESSIONALLY CONVERTED TO 48V PHANTOM POWER BY SIEGFRIED THIERSCH

INCLUDING

X2 MV 692 FET AMPLIFIER BODIES

X2 M94 CARDIOID CAPSULES

CUSTOM FITTED HARD CASE BOX

BUILD & DESIGN

The MV 692 is the evolution of the renowned MV 691, developed for professional studio and broadcast applications. Built around Gefell's modular capsule system, it accepts the full range of interchangeable small-diaphragm capsules including the M70, M71, M94 and UM70.

Its low-noise FET amplifier combined with a transformer-balanced output produces a clean, natural sound with subtle harmonic richness that has become a signature of classic Gefell microphones.

Each amplifier body features onboard -10 dB Pad and Low Cut switches for maximum recording flexibility.

Originally designed for proprietary 12V power supplies, this pair has been professionally converted by Siegfried Thiersch for reliable operation from standard 48V phantom power via XLR, making them completely plug-and-play in any modern studio.

M94 CAPSULE

The M94 is one of Gefell's finest small-diaphragm cardioid capsules, built around a precision nickel diaphragm. This traditional East German design produces exceptional transient response, natural midrange and a beautifully open top end.

Compared to the earlier M70, the M94 extends further into the high frequencies while maintaining the warm, effortless presentation that has made vintage Gefell microphones favourites in classical and acoustic recording.

The result is an extremely detailed yet never harsh microphone with excellent off-axis behaviour and superb stereo imaging.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Modular FET Condenser Microphone

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Response: Approx. 40 Hz – 18 kHz

Sensitivity: Approx. 10–12 mV/Pa

Maximum SPL: Approx. 134 dB (Pad Engaged)

Self Noise: Approx. 16 dB(A)

Output Impedance: Approx. 200 Ohms

Amplifier: Low-Noise FET

Output: Transformer Balanced

Switches: -10 dB Pad / Low Cut Filter

Power Supply: Standard 48V Phantom (Thiersch Conversion)

Connection: 3-Pin XLR

SOUND CHARACTERISTICS

The MV 692 combined with the M94 capsule delivers a remarkably natural and three-dimensional sound. Fast transient response captures every detail while the transformer-balanced output adds subtle warmth and depth. Cymbals remain smooth, strings sound open and realistic, and acoustic instruments retain their full body without becoming brittle.

Used as a stereo pair, these microphones create an exceptionally stable stereo image, making them ideal for XY, ORTF, NOS and spaced-pair techniques on drum overheads, piano, acoustic guitar, choirs, orchestras and ambient room recording.

A genuine high-end utility microphone system with the unmistakable character that has made vintage Microtech Gefell microphones some of the most respected recording tools ever produced.

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