Neumann U67 Multi-Directional Tube Condenser Microphone Set

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THE ORIGINAL - OFTEN IMITATED, NEVER DUPLICATED

Introduced in 1960, the U 67 was the quintessential studio workhorse throughout the formative years of modern music. Today, more than ever, its inimitably smooth sound continues to be in high demand. To this day, many top level engineers and artists would choose the U 67 as their "desert island" microphone for its extraordinary versatility and unmatched sound quality.

History Repeating

Sonically, the current reissue is identical to the U 67 made from 1960-1971. It uses the same capsule and electronic design. Key parts, such as the BV 12 output transformer, are meticulously reproduced according to the original documentation. EF86 tubes are carefully selected for optimal characteristics and lowest noise in a dedicated measurement facility. The power supply was redesigned to meet today's strict safety requirements and to accommodate the slightly higher filament current of newer premium grade tubes. The new power supply NU 67 V is fully compatible with older U 67 microphones.

True to the OriginalSonically, this reissue is identical to the U 67 made from 1960 to 1971; It uses the same capsule and electronic design. Key parts, such as the BV 12 output transformer, are meticulously reproduced according to original documentation. EF86 tubes are carefully selected for optimal characteristics and lowest noise in a dedicated measurement facility. The power supply was redesigned to meet today's strict safety requirements and to accommodate the slightly higher filament current of newer premium grade tubes. The new power supply NU 67 V is fully compatible with older U 67 microphones.Quality EngineeringThe U 67 was the first microphone equipped with the famous K 67 capsule, which has since become associated with the Neumann sound, and continues to be used in its successor, the U 87 A. No less important is the U 67's masterful tube circuit featuring a clever pre-emphasis/de-emphasis scheme to minimize tube hiss. The U 67 was also the first microphone to address modern recording techniques such as close miking. Its switchable low-cut filter compensates for the proximity effect occurring at short recording distances. Using its -10 dB pad, the U 67 can handle high sound pressure levels of up to 124 dB without distortion (and much more if you don't mind a bit of "tube grit").Ready for the StudioThe U67 Set includes a matching shockmount, power supply, and proprietary 7-pin XLR cable. The mic and its accessories fit snugly in the supplied aluminum carry case.

• Meticulously reproduced to the original specifications
• New power supply NU 67 V automatically adapts to the local mains voltage
• Handmade and hand soldered in Germany

• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional pattern: Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8
• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 15/24/16 mV/Pa
• Rated impedance: 200 ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1 kohms
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 32/28/31 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 21/17/20 dB-A
• S/N Ratio, CCIR: 62/66/63 dB
• S/N Ratio, A-weighted: 73/77/74 dB
• Max SPL for THD 0.5%: 114 dB (cardioid)
• Max SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation: 124 dB
• Max output voltage: -9.8 dBu
• Power Supply: NU 67 V
• Matching connectors: Microphone: spec. 7pin, Power Supply: XLR 3 F
• Weight: 560g
• Diameter: 56mm
• Length: 200mm

The U 67 is a universal studio microphone suitable for all applications. Its smooth top-end with a subtle tube shimmer makes the U 67 an outstanding vocal microphone. Due to its essentially linear response in three polar patterns - omni, cardioid, and figure 8 - the U 67 is also a very versatile microphone for all kinds of instruments such as strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, drums, acoustic and electric guitar, bass guitar and upright bass.

• U 67 Microphone
• Z 48 Elastic Suspension
• NU 67 N Power Supply
• UC 5 Microphone Cable
• Vintage Neumann Aluminum Case