Neumann M 149 Tube Switchable Pattern Valve (Vacuum Tube) Condenser Mic

The M 149 Tube* is a variable dual-diaphragm microphone. The K 49 capsule GÇô well-known from the legendary U 47 and M 49 microphones GÇô is followed by a tube functioning as an impedance converter. In contrast to earlier concepts GÇô utilizing a transformer GÇô the tube is complemented with a transformerless output circuit design. The M 149 Tube can thus feed long microphone cables without any coloration.

Two slide switches are located below the large, acoustically very open headgrille. The switch at the front allows selection one of nine directional patterns. The slide switch at the rear operates a seven-step high pass filter. It allows a very fine adjustment of the cut-off frequency.

Highlights

• Universal tube mic
• Its warm and yet transparent sound gives volume and presence to a vocalist
• A wide range of adjustments provide the most subtle differentiation of sound, especially in the range of proximity effect
• Mic for broadcasting, dubbing, and voice-over
• Spot mic for close miking of solo instruments, especially strings, wind instruments, and piano
• These are just some of the most common applications. We recommend additional experimentation to gain maximum use from this microphone.