Listing Description:

I am selling a modern production Telefunken ELA M 251E. Sonically and functionally, this microphone is absolutely flawless. It was purchased for a specific production requirement and has been taken out of its box and powered on literally 5 or 6 times in total. It has been strictly used within a professional, climate-controlled, and completely smoke-free recording facility (Space Music Acireale). The tube hours and capsule wear are virtually non-existent.

Reason for Selling: As a sound engineer specializing in large orchestral recordings and 3D immersive audio setups, I am reallocating my budget to expand my multi-channel Schoeps inventory. This is a world-class solo microphone, but it is simply too valuable to sit unused in the mic locker while my current workflow demands high-channel-count phase-coherent arrays.

Condition Details:

• Overall Condition: Excellent.
• Electronics / Mechanics: 10/10. Pristine CK12 capsule, textbook sonic performance, incredibly quiet noise floor.
• Cosmetics: 8.5/10. The microphone body has no dents, dings, or scratches. In the interest of full transparency, I must point out that the metal hardware (grille and bottom connector area) has naturally tarnished over time, losing its original factory "showroom" luster, despite being properly stored in its box. This is a strictly cosmetic patina that does not affect the microphone's stellar performance in any way.

Included in the Sale (Complete Original Package):

• Telefunken ELA M 251E Microphone
• M 950E Dedicated Power Supply
• M 850E 25-foot Sommer Tube Mic Cable
• M 750 Elastic Shock Mount
• Original Wooden Microphone Box
• FC50 Locking Flight Case
• All original paperwork, manuals, and certificates

Shipping and Policies: The microphone is available for any technical test at my studio. I offer local pickup or fully insured tracked shipping via express courier. Due to the high value of the item, it will be shipped with full insurance coverage for the exact purchase amount. Professional seller, serious inquiries only. No trades or part-exchanges, please.