Neumann Introduces M 150 Tube Microphone
 September 27, 2000Taking advantage of modern materials and
technology to recreate the ineffable beauty of their vintage M 50,
Neumann proudly introduces the M 150 Tube condenser microphone. Since its
birth some fifty years ago, the M 50 has enjoyed a reputation for
capturing unparalleled realism in the demanding field of orchestral and
string recording. Today's M 150 delivers the same unique omni-directional
characteristic that earned its forerunner such a dedicated cadre of fans.
But that's where the similarity ends. The all-new M 150 improves on its
elder's performance with lower self noise (15 dB-A), a titanium membrane
and capsule providing unparalleled transient response, a transformerless
tube amplifier based on the award-winning M 145 Tube microphone, and a
sophisticated power supply. The result merges the very best vintage sound
with all that modern technology has to offer.
Much lauded for its desirable acoustical characteristics, titanium was,
until recently, difficult to machine as well as to obtain the quality
necessary for use in microphones. Now with the necessary materials at
hand, Neumann is using this lightweight element for the M 150's thin,
12mm capsule to deliver low self noise, a smooth, extended frequency
response, and unprecedented transient response. Per audio engineer's
requests, the headgrill is formed just like the original M 50, and the
capsule mounting employs the same 40mm sphere that rendered the M 50's
famous pick-up pattern: circular at low frequencies and increasingly
narrow up the spectrum. Engineers will also appreciate the M 150's 119dB
of dynamic range, 20mV/Pa sensitivity, and 134dB maximum SPL.
"It's exciting to bring out a new version of the much-lauded M50
microphone. While this is not a re-issue, what we have here is a modern
microphone retaining most important characteristics from the original"
states Neumann brand manager, Karl Winkler. Destined to become a classic
in its own right, the Neumann M 150 is ideal for DECCA tree recording,
surround miking, or stereo recording techniques. The M 150 Tube delivers
the world-renowned "Neumann Sound", a visceral clarity and presence, with
phenomenal specifications actualized via Neumann's superior technology
and precision manufacturing. For more information, visit their web site at www.neumann.com. |
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