Neumann TLM 67 Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

The TLM 67 captures the spirit of Neumann’s classic U 67, which defined the sound of the 1960s. Instead of electron tubes the TLM 67 relies on trouble free FET electronics with a special sound design for a gorgeous retro tone. Like its predecessor, the TLM 67 is a versatile studio workhorse with three polar patterns, pad and low cut options.

Instead of the U 67’s tube electronics, the TLM 67 has a transformerless head amplifier, built with highly reliable 21st century solid state technology – yet with a retro twist! The TLM 67’s circuit may be modern, but it meticulously reproduces the sound of the 1960s. This results in a seemingly low max SPL figure of 105 dB (in cardioid mode) for 0.5% THD, but, like in a tube circuit, distortion rises gently to 5% THD for 125 dB SPL. The TLM 67 thus captures the sound character and dynamic behavior of its famous predecessor without the use of tubes and without the inconvenience of a clunky PSU box and multipin cables.

The TLM 67 is a universal studio microphone with three directional patterns – omni, cardioid, and figure-8 – as well as low cut and pad options. A true workhorse! Its unique tube-like midrange character makes the TLM 67 is an excellent microphone for vocals and spoken word. Thanks to its essentially linear frequency response, it is also a versatile microphone for a wide rage of instruments, such as acoustic and electric guitar, piano, percussion, drums overheads, and much more.

Neumann TLM 67 Features

• Inspired by the legendary Neumann U 67 tube microphone
• Transformerless solid state circuit with tube sound characteristics
• Three polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-8
• Switchable low cut and pad
• Tube sound characteristics from reliable FET circuitry
• Versatile studio workhorse for vocals and instruments
• Very low self-noise

• TLM 67 multi-pattern condenser microphone1
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• Transducer TypeCondenser
• Polar Patterns (selectable)Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
• Frequency Range20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Rated Output Impedance50 ohms
• Sensitivity at 1kHz into 1kΩ10/18/9 mV/Pa (Omni/cardioid/8)
• Equivalent Noise Level, CCIR29/24/30 dB (Omni/cardioid/8)
• Equivalent Noise Level, A-Weighted16/11/17 dB-A (Omni/cardioid/8)
• Typical SPL (tube characteristic) for K<0.5%110/105/111 dB (Omni/cardioid/8)
• Typical SPL (tube characteristic) for K <5%130/125/131 dB (Omni/cardioid/8)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL)65/70/64 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio, A-Weighted (re. 94 dB SPL)65/70/64 dB
• Max. Output Voltage-1 dBu
• Supply Voltage (P48, IEC 61938)P48
• Current Consumption (P48, IEC 61938)3 mA
• Matching ConnectorXLR 3 F
• Weight17.28 oz
• Dimensions2.21" diameter x 7.87" length