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U47

The TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik recreation of the iconic U47 is exact in every detail, down to the historically accurate BV8 transformer and M7 capsule.

$9,995.00$19,990.00

U47

The TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik recreation of the iconic U47 is exact in every detail, down to the historically accurate BV8 transformer and M7 capsule.

$9,995.00$19,990.00

U47

For more than 70 years the U47 has been a staple of every professional, top tier recording studio. With an authoritative mid-range and extended low-end response, the U47 excels at everything from vocals and electric guitar, to orchestral and chamber recordings. The TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik recreation of the U47 large diaphragm tube microphone is true to the original design, even down to the historically accurate BV8 output transformer and M7 capsule, which provides the same rich and vibrant tone that has made the original U47 into a legend.

Features

  • Classic punchy, mid-forward sound with pleasing bite 
  • Legendary extended low frequency response 
  • Cardioid and Omni polar pattern selection 
  • US-made historically accurate M7 center-terminated capsule 
  • TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik VF14k vacuum tube 
  • Point-to-point wired in the USA true to the original design 
  • Includes American-made vintage-compatible cable and fully regulated power supply 

Technical Specifications

Type: Vacuum Tube Condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional
Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
Power Source: External Power Supply
Capsule: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik M7 – Center Terminated Large Diaphragm
Tube: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik VF14K
Transformer: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik BV8
Sensitivity: 24.5 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier): < 0.3%
Output Impedance: 200 Ω
Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): 127 dB
S/N Ratio: 85 dBA
Self Noise (Amplifier): 9 dBA
Dimensions: 240 mm L x 60 mm Dia
Weight: 620 g
Included Accessories: Tube Mic Cable, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Wooden Box, Flight Case

Frequency Response

Samples

Configuration Options

U47

Single microphone system 

Each system includes: 

  • U47 Microphone 
  • M 940H Power Supply 
  • M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cable 10m
  • M 740 Shock Mount 
  • FC40 Locking Flight Case
  • WB40 Wooden Microphone Box  

U47 Stereo Set

A frequency and gain matched pair of microphones with dual power supply 

Each system includes: 

  • (2x) Matched U47 Microphones 
  • M 940HS Power Supply 
  • (2x) M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cables 10m
  • (2x) M 740 Shock Mounts 
  • FC40S Locking Flight Case 
  • (2x) WB40 Wooden Microphone Boxes 

“I always champion a strong and comfortable performance over sonic perfection, but I remember giving a sigh of relief when I heard Rick got his hands on a Telefunken U47 to track his vocals with. It just means that there would be less work I have to do to make the vocals sound like a ‘record’ and more time getting to add some creative sauces. Without hating on other mic companies, I can just tell you that every voice or instrument pairs uniquely for better or worse with different microphones. I have had great experience with the U47.” 

Kenny Cash – Factory Underground Studio, Connecticut

So, we used the U47 and it sounded great as soon as she put on the headphones and started singing into it. In a sense, this mic makes people sing better. And when it comes time for editing and doing rough mixes and whatnot, it just sits there really easily; you don’t have to do too much to it.

Lance Powell – Nick Cave & Bad Seeds, Mellissa Ethridge, Raekwon

Live From the Lab
Legal

TELEFUNKEN provides these multitrack audio files for the sole purpose of allowing individuals an opportunity to utilize them for home studio use and for educational purposes only.

No commercial use is permitted.  Any commercial use or reuse is strictly forbidden.

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All audio files have been engineered and recorded by TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik and are presented for educational and demonstrational purposes only.

Live From the Lab
About

The LIVE FROM THE LAB live music video series is recorded and filmed at TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik’s facility in South Windsor, CT. Each session is tracked live exclusively with TELEFUNKEN microphones and features unique performances from a variety of local, regional, national, and international artists and ensembles.

The multitrack audio files from these sessions are available for free download via clickable links below the individual performance videos. All audio files are presented in .WAV format and were recorded at 24bit / 48KHz sample rate. They are clearly labeled in the same format with the source listed first (LEAD VOX, ACOUSTIC, PIANO), followed by the microphone used (C12, AR-51, etc) and can be downloaded and imported into your Digital Audio Workstation of choice.

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