Used. Mint condition.

The Neumann U 87 Ai is the modern version of the legendary U 87, replacing the original vintage model in 1986. It retains the iconic K 67/87 capsule but features upgraded, high-headroom electronics. A factory "Studio Set" generally includes the mic, an EA 87 elastic shock mount, and a wooden box. [1, 2, 3, 4]Transitioning from the Vintage EraThe original Neumann U 87 was introduced in 1967, utilizing a battery compartment (for field recording) and legacy circuit boards. In 1986, Neumann retired the original U 87 and introduced the U 87 Ai, marking a massive shift for 80s and 90s studio setups. [1, 3, 4]

• Electronics Overhaul: The U 87 Ai removed the internal battery compartment in favor of phantom power, and redesigned the head amplifier to operate at higher voltages.
• Sonic Differences: This modern circuitry resulted in a \(10\,\text{dB}\) increase in sensitivity and a \(3\,\text{dB}\) improvement in the signal-to-noise ratio compared to vintage U 87s.
• The "Studio Set": The "Studio Set" packaging (often designated as Set Z) became the go-to way for professional and project studios in the late 80s and 90s to purchase the microphone with the necessary suspension mount and custom