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TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik
11Diamond Series
U47 Technical Specications
Specication U47
Type Vacuum Tube Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid, Omnidirectional
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ±3 dB
Power Source External Power Supply
Capsule TELEFUNKEN M7 – Center Terminated
Large Diaphragm
Tube TELEFUNKEN VF14K
Transformer TELEFUNKEN BV8
Sensitivity 24.5 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
THD at 1 kHz, 1 Pa (Amplier) < 0.3%
Output Impedance 200 Ω
Maximum SPL (for 1% THD) 127 dB
S/N Ratio 85 dBA
Self-Noise (Amplier) 9 dBA
Dimensions 240 mm L x 60 mm Dia
Weight 620 g
The U47’s authoritative mid-range and extended low frequency response have
made it the gold standard for microphones in professional recording studios
around the world. The U47 excels at capturing everything from vocals, drums,
and electric guitar to orchestral and chamber recordings with its uniquely
recognizable voicing. Our recreation is built true to the original design; with
point-to-point wiring of the exact circuit with near-identical metalwork, contacts,
cable connectors, and circuit components. It is an exceptional version that
delivers the famous high-delity tone and character that is synonymous with its
name.
M7 Capsule
VF14K Vacuum Tube
BV8 Transformer
Our M7 center-terminated, dual
diaphragm capsule mixes the
mechanical design of the earliest
German condensers with the later,
more stable tensioning material, Mylar.
The result is a very punchy response
with depth and clarity. Made in limited
quantity in South Windsor, CT.
Our direct drop-in replacement for the
extremely rare VF14/VF14M vacuum
tube consists of a NOS glass tube and
a passive circuit housed in a plug-
and-play casing. It provides excellent
tone and low noise operation without
needing to modify the original circuit
or tube socket.
This hefty, nickel alloy core
transformer is wound in America
to vintage specication. It perfectly
matches the VF14K-based amplier
and delivers a full and wide frequency
response with a brilliant tonality and
very low distortion.