Neumann U67 Multi-Directional Tube Condenser Microphone Set

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THE ORIGINAL - OFTEN IMITATED, NEVER DUPLICATED

Introduced in 1960, the U 67 was the quintessential studio workhorse throughout the formative years of modern music. Today, more than ever, its inimitably smooth sound continues to be in high demand. To this day, many top level engineers and artists would choose the U 67 as their "desert island" microphone for its extraordinary versatility and unmatched sound quality.

History Repeating

Sonically, the current reissue is identical to the U 67 made from 1960-1971. It uses the same capsule and electronic design. Key parts, such as the BV 12 output transformer, are meticulously reproduced according to the original documentation. EF86 tubes are carefully selected for optimal characteristics and lowest noise in a dedicated measurement facility. The power supply was redesigned to meet today's strict safety requirements and to accommodate the slightly higher filament current of newer premium grade tubes. The new power supply NU 67 V is fully compatible with older U 67 microphones.

Meticulously reproduced to the original specifications
New power supply NU 67 V automatically adapts to the local mains voltage
Handmade and hand soldered in Germany

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: 15/24/16 mV/Pa
Rated impedance: 200 ohms
Rated load impedance: 1 kohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 32/28/31 dB
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 21/17/20 dB-A
S/N Ratio, CCIR: 62/66/63 dB
S/N Ratio, A-weighted: 73/77/74 dB
Max SPL for THD 0.5%: 114 dB (cardioid)
Max SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation: 124 dB
Max output voltage: -9.8 dBu
Power Supply: NU 67 V
Matching connectors: Microphone: spec. 7pin, Power Supply: XLR 3 F
Weight: 560g
Diameter: 56mm
Length: 200mm

The U 67 is a universal studio microphone suitable for all applications. Its smooth top-end with a subtle tube shimmer makes the U 67 an outstanding vocal microphone. Due to its essentially linear response in three polar patterns - omni, cardioid, and figure 8 - the U 67 is also a very versatile microphone for all kinds of instruments such as strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, drums, acoustic and electric guitar, bass guitar and upright bass.