Introducing the Neumann M 149, a highly regarded variable dual diaphragm condenser microphone offering warm vintage sound combined with modern technology. It is the first tube microphone designed by Neumann in over 30 years and, based on the classic U 47, contains a K49 capsule. The Capsule is followed by a tube functioning as an impedance converter and the tube has transformerless output circuit design. This means the M149 can feed long cables without any colouration to the sound. The Neumann delivers unmistakable tube condenser warmth with the clarity and precision of a modern capsule.
Below the attractive headgrille are two slide switches which allow the selection of nine directional patterns. The slide switch at the rear of the Neumann operates a seven-step high pass filter. This microphone has the lowest self-noise of any tube microphone on the market due to its expert modern circuitry. It is a highly regarded microphone for recording vocals and horns and gives a very natural sound. It cannot be stressed enough – Neumann’s flagship microphone delivers superb quality.
Neumann M149 Tube main features:
A warm and yet transparent sound gives volume and presence to a vocalist
A wide range of adjustments provide the most subtle differentiation of sound, especially in the range of proximity effect
A widely used microphone for broadcasting, dubbing, and voice-over
Excellent Spot mic for close miking of solo instruments, especially strings, wind instruments, and piano
N 149 A Power supply incl. power cord, KT 8 Connecting cable, EA 170 Elastic suspension, Aluminium case and Dust cover included
Switchable tube microphone
Transformerless circuitry
High output level
Pressure gradient transducer with the K49 capsule
Acoustically very open wire mesh cage
Nine directional characteristics: omni, wide angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure 8, and one intermediate position each
Theres no choice better than M-149 for vocal recording, specially when you use it with an AMS NEVE 1073 mic-pre, it sounds amazing and nothing can compare with it.
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