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Telefunken TF11
Photo: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, from its manual, p. 6.

TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik

Telefunken TF11

Large-diaphragm FET condenser, fixed cardioid, with a CK12-style edge-terminated capsule and output transformer

Type
Condenser
Pattern
Cardioid
Sensitivity
−37.1 dBV/Pa computed
Self-noise
4 dB(A)
Max SPL
135 dB SPL
Impedance
200 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the manual, p. 7. Audio Precision plot "RMS Level -> Normalize (dB)", legend "Cardioid"; normalised to 0 dB near 1 kHz. Distance, angle (taken as on axis), room and smoothing are not stated.

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

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All specs

From the manual
CapsuleTK51S, edge-terminated large diaphragm, single membrane (CK12 style). "TK51S - Edge Terminated Large Diaphragm, Single Membrane"; p. 6: "CK12-style capsule".p. 7
Sensitivity−37.1 dBV/Pa (14 mV/Pa). Not stated by the manufacturer: Converted from "14 mV/Pa, ±1 dB" (20 log10 0.014).
Self-noise4 dB(A), amplifier. "Self-Noise (Amplifier): 4 dBA"; the capsule's own noise is not included.
Max SPL135 dB SPL, 1% THD; "> 135 dB". "Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): > 135 dB".
Signal-to-noise ratio90 dB, A-weighted. "S/N Ratio: 90 dBA"; reference level not stated.
Output impedance200 ohm, less than ("< 200 Ω"); also 110 ohm, October 2023 manual. "Output Impedance: < 200 Ω".
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±3 dB
Poweringphantom, 48 V. "+48V Phantom Power".
ConnectorXLR-3 male. Not stated; the photo on p. 6 shows a 3-pin XLR base and the mic is phantom powered.p. 6
Weight545 gp. 7
Dimensions175 × 46 mm. Length × diameter ("175 mm L x 46 mm Dia").
Supplied accessoriesM 703 shock mount; M 782 stand mount; MS01 microphone sleeve; MC11 microphone case. "What's In The Box" table.p. 2
TransformerOEP/Carnhill T218 (UK-made)p. 7
THD at 1 kHz, 1 Pa (amplifier)0.005% (October 2023 manual: < 0.01%)
Voicing (TELEFUNKEN)"Austrian" inspired voicing similar to the C12, with modern FET performancep. 6
Recommended applicationsLive sound (drums, piano, acoustic instruments); pop and rock vocals; drum overheads; acoustic guitar; cello, upright bass; percussion
From the product page
Stereo setTF11 Stereo Set: two frequency- and gain-matched mics with ZC11S zipper case, two M 703 shock mounts, two M 782 stand mounts, two MS01 sleevesp. 1
AssemblyDesigned and hand-assembled in the USA

Documents

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