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beyerdynamic M 130
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beyerdynamic M 130

Double-ribbon dynamic mic, figure-8; end-address

Approximate Some readings for this mic are uncertain; see the graphs.

Type
Ribbon
Pattern
Figure-8
Sensitivity
−57.5 dBV/Pa
Impedance
200 Ω
Rated range
40 – 18k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 2. "This polar pattern and frequency response curve correspond to a typical production sample for this microphone." Distance and room not stated.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the spec sheet, p. 2. "This polar pattern and frequency response curve correspond to a typical production sample for this microphone." Distance and room not stated. 0° up, rings labelled -5 to -20 dB; the rear lobe (90° to 180°) is a figure-8's, opposite in polarity (not stated on the sheet). Approximate reading error up to about 1 dB.

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All specs

From the spec sheet
Capsuledouble ribbon, pure aluminium, pressure gradient. "Operating principle: Pressure gradient"; "Diaphragm: Pure aluminium".p. 1
Sensitivity−57.5 dBV/Pa (1.3 mV/Pa), 1 kHz. "1.3 mV/Pa (= -57.5 dBV)"; the 2009 sheet calls it "open circuit voltage at 1 kHz".
Output impedance200 ohm, nominal
Rated load impedance1000 ohm, minimum. "≥ 1000 Ω".
Rated frequency range40 Hz to 18 kHz
ConnectorXLR-3 male
Weight160 g; also 150, without cable, 2009 data sheet. The 2009 data sheet and product information say 150 g without cable.
Dimensions38.5 × 128 mm. Head diameter × length; shaft diameter 23 mm.
Finishbrass case. "Case/finish: Brass". The 2009 leaflet: shaft matt black chrome, head chrome mesh.
Supplied accessoriesMA-CL 25 microphone clamp (3/8" thread, 25 mm). "Supplied accessory"; the 2009 sheets list the MKV 8 clamp instead.
Side attenuationMore than 30 dB at 90°, at 1 kHz
StereoTwo M 130 for Blumlein; M-S with a hyper- or supercardioid such as the M 160 or MC 950
Order number730.173 (2023); 129.534 on the 2009 sheets
Applications (beyerdynamic)Stereo, room and instrument recording: drums, guitar amps, piano, acoustic guitar, orchestras, choirs, atmospheres
From the manual
MountingMA-CL 25 clamp for 3/8" stands; unscrew the threaded insert for 5/8"p. 5
From the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy)
Optional accessories (2009)EA 19/25 elastic suspension, MKV 6 clamp, WS 260 wind shield, GST 400/500 stands, BMC cablesp. 1

Documents

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Product page on beyerdynamic.comRecording Hacks

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