Neumann TLM 103 mt Large-Diaphragm Studio Microphone

Neumann TLM 103 mt Large-Diaphragm Studio Microphone
Product no: S-8431 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

This microphone is the ideal solution for all professionals and semi-professionals that want to achieve optimal audio quality. Its capsule is based on that on the U87 and features a cardioid pickup pattern. The acoustics are well balanced and offer excellent attenuation of ambient noise coming from the rear of the mic. It's suitable for all manner of demanding applications - from home recording to professional broadcasting and commercial studio recording.

Acoustic properties of the TLM 103

The capsule has a flat frequency response up to 5 kHz, above which a wide flat 4dB boost is employed. The capsule has a large head grille to suppress handling noise, while an integrated pop shield attenuates popping and wind noises during vocal and speech recordings.

Electric large-diaphragm studio microphone properties

A newly developed large diaphragm has been installed into the microphone, allowing for an SPL of up to 138 dB without distortion - perfect for loud sound sources! Instruments that aren't loud also benefit form the very fast, noiseless response.

As the frequency range reaches below 20 Hz, you can even record very low bass signals without the sound colour suffering for it.

Tips or comments about this product

delivered in a beautiful wooden box

Specifications

Product features

Sustainable product	not specified
Microphone sensitivity (dBV/PA)	-33
Microphone impedance	50-99 ohms
Low-cut filter	no
Maximum SPL	130 dB - 139 dB
Maximum frequency	20 - 20.9 kHz
Minimum frequency	20 - 21 Hz
Pad switch	no
Polar pattern	cardioid
Multi-pattern	no
Tube microphone	no
Stereo	no
Microphone accessories	microphone clip, case
Vintage microphone family	87
Microphone sound	clean/neutral

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging)	450 gr
Dimensions (incl. packaging)	26,0 x 12,0 x 10,0 cm

Product specifications

TLM103 large-diaphragm studio microphone
comes with a swivel to fasten the mic to a stand
acoustic processing principle: pressure-gradient transducer
pickup pattern: cardioid
frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
sensitivity: at 1 KHz, 1 kOhm: 23 mV/Pa
nominal impedance: 50 ohms
measured nominal impedance: 1 kOhm
equivalent sound level: 17.5 dB
signal/noise ratio: 76.5 dB
max. SPL at THD 0.5%: 138 dB
maximum output level: 13 dBu
power voltage: 48 V ± 4 V
power consumption: 3 mA
matching connector: XLR3F
weight: 450 g
diameter: 60 mm
length: 132 mm

Reviews from other countries

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Olivier de Jong 4 April 2024

Wrote the following about Neumann TLM 103 mt Large-Diaphragm Studio Microphone

100 % Het geld waard. Jaren lang opgenomen met verschillende goedkope microfoons. Voor elk functie kan je natuurlijk een andere mic gebruiken en alles kan werken. Tis namelijk ook leuk dat je mooi kan kleuren met de verschilllende mics. Maar dit is toch wel ff een hogere kwaliteit. Dat merkt je met de eerste paar opnames. Hij komt wel heel helder over. Misschien net iets te veel voor sommige applicaties. MAar overall een top microfoon voor als je net iets proffesioneler te werk wilt gaan.

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