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Neumann TLM 107
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Neumann TLM 107

Large-diaphragm condenser, five patterns, transformerless; pad and low cut set with a navigation switch

Type
Condenser
Pattern
Omni / wide cardioid / cardioid / hypercardioid / figure-8
Sensitivity
−39.2 dBV/Pa
Self-noise
10 dB(A)
Max SPL
141 dB SPL
Impedance
50 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the manual, p. 10. Free field, IEC 60268-4; tolerance ±2 dB (as printed under the graphs). Distance 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 manual, p. 11. Free field, IEC 60268-4. Each curve is drawn on one side only (125 Hz to 1 kHz left, 2 to 16 kHz right); the pattern is taken as symmetric. Rings every 5 dB, centre -25 dB.

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All specs

From the manual
Sensitivity−39.2 dBV/Pa (11 mV/Pa), 1 kHz into 1 kohm. Stated as 11 mV/Pa; converted: 20·log10(0.011) = -39.2.p. 8
Self-noise10 dB(A), IEC 60268-1, A-weighted RMS. "Equivalent noise level, A-weighted 10 dB-A".
Self-noise (CCIR 468)22 dB, CCIR 468-3 quasi-peak
Max SPL141 dB SPL, THD < 0.5%; also 147 dB SPL, with pre-attenuation -6 dB; also 153 dB SPL, with pre-attenuation -12 dB. "Max. SPL for THD < 0.5 % 141 dB; with preattenuation –6 dB 147 dB; with preattenuation –12 dB 153 dB": "THD of microphone amplifier at an input voltage equivalent to the capsule output at the specified SPL".
Signal-to-noise ratio84 dB, re 94 dB SPL, A-weighted; also 72 dB, CCIR
Output impedance50 ohm, rated
Rated load impedance1000 ohm, rated load
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz. "Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz"; p. 7: "The frequency response of the TLM 107 extends below 20 Hz."
Poweringphantom, 48 V (P48, IEC 61938). "Power Supply P48"; any P48 supply giving at least 3.5 mA per channel (p. 7). The product page: "48 V ± 4 V".p. 9
Current draw3.2 mA
Low cutoff, 40 Hz, 100 Hz. "A high-pass filter with a cutoff frequency of –3 dB can be selected for 40 Hz or 100 Hz by activating the switch toward the right." The graphs label the positions LIN, 40 and 100; "off" here is LIN.p. 6
Pad−6 dB; also −12 dB. "pre-attenuation of –6 dB or –12 dB can be set by activating the switch toward the left". The troubleshooting table (p. 8) says "–6dB or –10dB", a slip. Not shown in the graphs.
ConnectorXLR-3. "Required connectors XLR 3 F"; balanced transformerless output, pin 1 ground, pin 2 +, pin 3 -.p. 9
Weight445 g
Dimensions64 × 145 mm. Printed as "Ø 64 x 145 mm": diameter x length.
Supplied accessoriesSG 2 stand mount. Equipment supplied: "TLM 107 (bk) microphone, SG 2 stand mount, Operating manual"; the Studio Set has the EA 4 elastic suspension instead. The product page's order info also lists a wooden box.p. 6
Max. output voltage10 dBup. 9
ControlsOne navigation switch on the back: up/down for pattern, right for low cut, left for pad; LEDs show the settings and go dark after 15 sp. 6
Pattern remoteNo remote pattern control: the N 248 is a phantom supply onlyp. 9
Cable lengthUp to 300 m; longer cables may affect the frequency responsep. 7
Operating temperature0 °C to +70 °Cp. 8
Selected accessoriesEA 4 elastic suspension, MNV 87 auditorium hanger, DS 120 and SG 2 mounts, MF 4 / MF 5 stands, PS 15 / PS 20 a popscreens, WS 47 foam windscreen, BS 48 i battery supplies, N 248 power supply, IC 3 mt / IC 4 cablesp. 9
From the product page
CapsuleDual-diaphragm large-diaphragm capsule, developed for the TLM 107. "The newly developed dual diaphragm condenser capsule is specially designed for the TLM 107". The manual (p. 6): "a large double-diaphragm capsule" with "a flat frequency response up to approximately 8 kHz, and above this ... a wide, flat presence boost".
Dynamic range131 dB. "with a dynamic range of 131 dB the TLM 107 captures anything from a slight whisper to massive drums". The manual gives no figure.
VersionsTLM 107 (nickel, Cat. No. 008666), TLM 107 bk (black, 008667), each also as a Studio Set with the EA 4 suspension

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