BEYER M 219 Beyerdynamic Vintage Omnidirectional Microphone 1964

An exceptionally rare collector-grade vintage Beyer (Beyerdynamic) M 219 omnidirectional dynamic moving-coil microphone (Tauchspulenmikrofon). Stamped with an exact final inspection date of February 28, 1964, this unit comes complete with its original textured linen presentation box, foam insert, and matching serial-numbered warranty card.

Overview & Sonic Character

Before becoming "Beyerdynamic," Eugen Beyer’s Heilbronn factory crafted some of the most precise dynamic capsules in West Germany. The M 219 is a slim-profile, broadcast/studio-quality pencil dynamic microphone featuring an omnidirectional polar pattern.

Because it operates as a pressure receiver, the M 219 exhibits zero proximity effect—delivering an ultra-smooth, natural low end regardless of distance. It excels at:

• Acoustic Instruments: Guitars, strings, and piano where natural room resonance and true transient response are desired.
• Drum Overheads & Rooms: Capturing open, phase-coherent ambient sound without low-frequency proximity build-up.
• Guitar Cabinets & Brass: Handling high SPL with classic warm, detailed 1960s German dynamic tone.

Collector Provenance & Paperwork

• Exact Date Stamp: The original Garantie-Karte (warranty sheet) features the official factory ENDKONTROLLE 28. Feb. 1964 stamp with the (K 1) inspector seal.
• Original Packaging: Includes the original grey linen-textured box clearly printed with "BEYER Tauchspulenmikrofon M 219 - Made in W.-Germany".

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Eugen Beyer elektrotechn. Fabrik (Heilbronn, West Germany)
• Model: M 219
• Transducer Type: Dynamic Moving-Coil (Tauchspulenmikrofon)
• Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
• Nominal Impedance: 200 Ohm
• Finish: Vintage enamel grey body with silver metal trim

Condition

• Operational: Tested and fully functional with normal output output efficiency and clean tone.
• Cosmetic: Excellent vintage condition. The body lacquer and metal collar retain their original finish with light signs of handling consistent with its 60+ year age (see close-up photos).
• Box & Papers: The original box is structurally intact with minimal shelf wear. The internal foam and original inspection card are well-preserved.

What’s Included

1. (1) Vintage 1964 Beyer M 219 Dynamic Microphone 200 Ohm
2. (1) Original Beyer Linen-Textured Storage Box
3. (1) Original Factory Garantie-Karte (QC Date: Feb 28, 1964)

Shipping & Handling

Packed with extreme care using high-density bubble wrap inside a sturdy outer shipping container.

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