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Versatile Recording Patterns
The Neumann U87 AI offers three switchable directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8, allowing for flexibility and precision in various recording scenarios.
KEY FEATURES
Neumann U87 AI Studio Set (Black)
This is the Neumann U87 + EA87 shockmount combined in a single package, in Black. The U87 is equipped with a large dual-diaphragm capsule with three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the head grille.
A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion. Furthermore, the low-frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect. The cardioid setting has a smooth frequency response at a distance of about 30cm to 40cm, whilst the figure-8 is very balanced at a distance of 15cm to 20cm.
Classic Sound since 1967
The Neumann U87 has been the standard of the recording industry since 1967 and the letter A in the name indicates the most recent model generation, compared to the U87i microphones that were built between 1967 and 1986. The U87 is famous for its well-balanced characteristics with the current model yielding a 6dB improvement in signal-to-noise over its predecessor.
Neumann U87 Specifications:
- Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
- Directional pattern: Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8
- Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 20/28/22 mV/Pa*
- Rated impedance: 200 ohms
- Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
- Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3: 26/23/25 dB*
- Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651: 15/12/14 dB-A*
- S/N ratio CCIR 468-3: 68/71/69 dB*
- S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651: 79/82/80 dB*
- Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 117 dB (cardioid)
- Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with pre attenuation: 127 dB
- Neumann U87 and EA87 shock in a single package.
- Maximum output voltage: 390 mV
- Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier cardioid DIN/IEC 651: 105 dB
- Supply voltage: 48 V ± 4 V
- Current consumption: 0.8 mA
- Matching connectors: XLR 3F
- Weight: 500 g
- Diameter: 56 mm
- Length: 200 mm
- * Omnidirectional / cardioid / figure-8
- UK over £99 FREE
- UK under £99 £10
- EU £36
- Rest of World £80
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KEY BENEFITS
High Sound Pressure Handling
Equipped with a 10 dB attenuation switch, the microphone handles sound pressure levels up to 127 dB, enabling clear recording without distortion even in loud environments.
Classic and Improved Sound Quality
Since 1967, the Neumann U87 has set industry standards for sound quality, with the latest model offering a 6dB improvement in signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring superior audio clarity.