The Neumann M 49 V Set is a high-end, tube studio large diaphragm microphone. It was the first studio microphone with a continuously variable polar pattern (V stands for Variable) and equipped with the same M7 capsule used in the U47. The studio microphone (introduced in 1949) has the classic sound characteristics of a large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone. This is an absolute classic!
Old, vintage M 49 V versions are legendary and highly sought after. If you could find one in working condition for sale today (this is already a tall order), it would fetch an astronomical price. Fortunately, you can now own a genuine re-issue Neumann M 49 V for less than half that, handmade in Germany to original specifications using archived documentation.
Since 1949, technology has gone through tremendous precision and optimization of build quality. Advanced technology and advanced material know-how allow extremely precise design and production that were unthinkable just a few decades ago. That's why this M 49 V reissue includes reliable, state-of-the-art vintage-spec components and technical improvements. And with a newly designed power supply/polar pattern control that automatically adjusts to the mains voltage, it is ready for immediate worldwide use. Funfact: so this tube condenser microphone is from 1949 - the numeral at Neumann represents the year of origin.
Why a re-issue?
Why buy this new and not a vintage M 49 V? Simple: when you buy a vintage microphone, you not only pay a high additional price - you also buy all the (hidden) problems it has suffered over the course of, say, half a century (of use). That's because electronics age, from oxidized switches to obsolete resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors and transformers...and old parts eventually have to be replaced (not to mention the headache of finding a reliable and knowledgeable technician). And then there's the time and effort it takes to find a well-maintained microphone in good condition. This new reissue of the Neumann M 49 V is designed with modern techniques and precision to deliver the authentic sound of a classic. And it comes with a warranty.
The authentic sound of a classic
Supposedly, the reason to seek out vintage microphones is to get that classic, authentic sound of that microphone when it was new. But because of the aging of original parts (or their replacement with new parts), plus any modifications made during its lifetime, an old microphone will not sound exactly the same as when it was new. You're actually more likely to achieve the original sound with this re-issue than with an old one. The Neumann M 49 V meets the continued demand for this iconic Neumann classic, delivering the authentic sound - along with modern reliability - at a better price. This microphone is made to record any voice or instrument with the coveted sonic qualities you know from Neumann microphones. Our Klundert Music engin-ears unanimously agree: this is a true classic that you can make legendary recordings with!
Neumann M 49 V features:
- reissue of the classic M 49 V made with modern techniques
- designed exactly to original specifications using archived documentation
- superb reproduction of both male and female vocals or instruments
- new power supply / pattern regulator automatically adjusts to mains voltage
- working principle: pressure gradient transducer
- polar pattern: infinitely adjustable (omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8)
- frequency range: 40Hz-16kHz
- sensitivity: 6.5/8/10 mV/Pa ±1dB
- nominal impedance: 200 ohms
- nominal load impedance: 1000 ohms
- signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR: 62/64/64dB
- signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted: 73/74/75dB
- equivalent noise level, CCIR: 32/30/30dB, equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 21/20/19dB-A
- Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 125dB (cardioid)
- maximum output voltage: 300 mV
- hand-selected triode vacuum tube
- +120 V ±2% plate voltage
- ≤1 mA plate current
- heating voltage: +6.3 V ±2%
- heater current: ≤200 mA
- tube warm-up time: about 1 minute
- connector required: 7-pin connector
- power supply: both 100-120 V and 220-240 V (max. 12 W consumption)
- Fuse: ⌀ 5mm × 20mm, 500 mA, slow-blow
- handmade and soldered by Neumann engineers in Germany
- dimensions (set): 564 x 374 x 198 mm
- weight (set): 7.5 kg.
- Neumann order no.: 008686
The M 49 V SET is supplied including:
- NM V power/pattern regulator
- KC 5 5-pin cable
- MZ 49 A shockmount
- WS 49 windshield
- Neumann storage/transport case
