TELEFUNKEN Press Releases

Frontman for Memphis May Fire Picks M80 for Stage and AK-47 MkII for Studio Matty Mullins onstage with his TELEFUNKEN M80 dynamic microphone. Los Angeles, CA, March 2019 – Known…

New Album “Midnight” Features Cody Carson on the ELA M 251E Set It Off vocalist Cody Carson is seen at BedockLA with TELEFUNKEN’s ELA M 251E large diaphragm condenser microphone.…

“Weird Al” Yankovic’s Guitarist Is a Successful Solo Artist South Windsor, CT, November 2018 – Jim Kimo West, well known as the versatile guitarist for “Weird Al” Yankovic, is also…

FOH Engineer Zach Fichter Packs an Array of Dynamics and Condensers South Windsor, CT, October 2018 – Recording and touring engineer Zach Fichter says, “Telefunken mics are the backbone of…

FOH Engineer Danny Bernini Gets Consistent Quality at Every Venue South Windsor, CT, September 2018 – Recording and touring engineer Danny Bernini has spent the last year traveling the world…

Paramore in concert. Photo by Phoenix Johnson. South Windsor, CT, August 2018 – Pop rockers Paramore have embraced TELEFUNKEN dynamic microphones for their sold-out international concert tours. The band has…

Legendary Studio’s Priceless 1960s Microphone Collection Pictured with vintage restored microphones at Sunset Sound are (L-R) Wren Rider, Mick Higgins and Paul Camarata. Photo by David Goggin. Hollywood, CA, July…

Pictured at the Steinway grand piano at EastWest Studios in Hollywood is Leo-Z with his matched pair of TELEFUNKEN ELA M 260 microphones. Photo by David Goggin. ELA M 260…

Clickable 3D View Isolates Mics in Studio Performance Pictured is the 3D navigable “dollhouse” view of Power Station New England. Video & Photography: Patrick McManaman, James Duffy, Nick Sonsini. South…

Dynamic Microphones and Direct Boxes Utilized in Popular Weekly Showcase Los Angeles, CA, May 2018 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, manufacturer of historic recreations of classic microphones alongside their own proprietary designs,…

TELEFUNKEN Sponsors Unstoppable Recording Machine Contest Pictured is Nail the Mix winner Thomas Ferrell with his prize TELEFUNKEN AK-47 MkII microphone at Sphere Studios in Los Angeles. Los Angeles, CA,…

Hitmaker Uses New Mic for a Variety of Sessions Los Angeles, CA, April 2018 – Top record producer, songwriter and musician John Hill purchased a custom C13 large diaphragm condenser…

South Windsor, CT, February 2018 – Producer, engineer, drummer, drum technician, and arranger Matt Brown has an arsenal of microphones from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik at his disposal for his many endeavors.…

“American Idol” Star Performs with Custom Dynamic M80 Photos by Jimmy Giambrone South Windsor, CT, January 2018 – Singer, songwriter, and voice actress Haley Reinhart first rose to prominence after placing…

Rehearsals for Major Tour Recorded and Filmed Box, United Kingdom, November 2017 – English prog-rock band Big Big Train picked an arsenal of TELEFUNKEN microphones for their rehearsals at Peter…

ELA M 260 Tri-Mono Set of Three Mics for Decca Tree London, England, November 2017 – Simon Kiln, award-winning producer has purchased from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik the ELA M 260 Tri-Mono…

  TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik provided microphones for a very special project recorded and filmed at Sweetwater Studios with guitar virtuoso Carl Verheyen. In his 50-plus years of playing the guitar, Verheyen…

South Windsor, CT, October 2017 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has joined with Connecticut Public Television (CPTV) for “Amplify,” an adventuresome new series profiling musicians at various locations throughout the state. TELEFUNKEN’S…

South Windsor, CT, September 2017 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has launched “Live From The Lab” Season 3 on their YouTube channel with performances by Allen Stone, The Shelters, Hurray For The…

Prized Microphone Acquisition Part of Recent Studio Renovation & Expansion Hollywood, CA, August 29, 2017—Aftermaster, Inc. (OTCQB: AFTM)—an award-winning, industry leading audio company—adds yet another piece of iconic equipment to its…

South Windsor, CT, August 2017 – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers are celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year with an extensive tour schedule including shows across America, Canada and in…

Matched Pair of AK-47s Captures Roland Gajate-Garcia’s Versatility South Windsor, CT, May 2017 – “Dancing With The Stars”” percussionist Roland Gajate-Garcia and his bandmates typically learn and rehearse as many…

Classic C-12 Sound for Vocals and Acoustic Guitar South Windsor, CT, May 2017 — Popular producer and recording artist Jody Whitesides has released his new single, “Thump, Thump, Thump” which…

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 2017: TransAudio Group, U.S. representative and distributor of peak-performance studio recording equipment, is excited to bring the legendary Telefunken sound to its clients through Telefunken…

Strother Bullins, Technology Editor at Pro Sound News, and Lynn Fuston, veteran recording engineer and author, take an in-depth look at today’s microphone design and manufacture. The report features key aspects of…

Unique & Powerful Sounds for Vocals, Guitar and Drums South Windsor, CT, March 2017 –  Acclaimed folk ensemble The Wood Brothers are touring extensively with a choice selection of TELEFUNKEN microphones…

Malibu, CA, February, 2007 – Austrian-born composer/producer Peter Wolf recently had his 1950s-era Telefunken 250 restored to perfect working order by Telefunken USA.  Wolf acquired the microphone nearly 30 years…

Renowned Vocal Quality and Powerful Drum Sound South Windsor, CT, February 2017 — Country superstar Crystal Gayle has been working with production manager and FOH mixer Edaghogho Eferakeya Jr. for the…

Africa’s Premier Diva Picks Diamond Series ELA M 251 South Windsor, CT, February 2017 — Angelique Kidjo, dubbed “Africa’s premier diva” by Time Magazine, has earned three Grammys, two for…

Mono and Dual Models of Active FET and Passive Designs January 19, Winter NAMM 2017 — TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik is exhibiting four new direct boxes at Winter NAMM 2017, including mono…

TELEFUNKEN Mics on Vocals, Acoustic Instruments and Drums South Windsor, CT, November 2016 – TELEFUNKEN microphones are on Justin Bieber’s “Purpose World Tour” in support of his fourth studio album…

A Mainstay with Austin’s Nomad Sound and at The Continental Club Austin, TX, December 2016 –  Jamie Wellwarth, production manager and lead engineer at Austin’s Nomad Sound, packs an arsenal…

Sommer Provides Versatile, Optimum Quality, Rugged Cables South Windsor, CT, November 2016 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, headquartered in Connecticut, is shipping all of its Diamond Series large diaphragm condenser microphones with…

DC7 Mic Pack Featured on Ricky Martin’s “One World Tour” New York City, October 2016 — Tony Escapa, a Berklee grad and Grammy Award-winning drummer, relies on his DC7 drum…

Mono and Dual Models of Active FET and Passive Designs September 29, AES 2016 —  TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik is introducing four new direct boxes at AES, including mono and dual models…

Distinctive Vocals and Drum Sound Boston, MA, August 2016 – Multi-genre rockers Lake Street Dive are connecting with audiences across America and Europe with their distinctive vocal stylings and dynamic…

Dynamic Mics and LDC Vintage Reissues Seattle, WA, August 2016 – Don Gunn is an enterprising recording/mixing engineer, producer, drummer, and programmer, based in Seattle. With credits that include Soundgarden,…

Produced by Peter Asher and Engineered by Nathaniel Kunkel New York, NY, July 2016 –  Ghostlight Records has released the original cast recording of “Bright Star,” the top Broadway musical…

Performing at 2016 She Rocks Summer NAMM Showcase Nashville, TN, Summer NAMM 2016 – 13-year-old Juliana Wilson will be performing at this year’s Summer NAMM “She Rocks” showcase. Wilson has…

Producer Stocks Up On a Variety of Mics for Stage & Studio Los Angeles, CA, May 2016 – Award-winning songwriter, guitarist, producer, and composer Blake Mills recently acquired a sizeable…

Thief Called TELEFUNKEN To Purchase Power Supply Los Angeles, CA, April 2016 – Prolific producer/engineer and songwriter Jeff Gitelman was crestfallen when he discovered that his prized TELEFUNKEN C12 microphone…

Drummer Jason McGerr Uses M60 DD5 Drum Set and AR-70 Stereo Tube Mic South Windsor, CT, March 2016 – Evocative indie rockers Death Cab For Cutie have embraced TELEFUNKEN microphones for…

Expansion of Stage Series XLR Cable Line South Windsor, CT , SXSW 2016 — TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has expanded its popular Stage Series line of microphone cables. Alongside the popular microphone line,…

Producer’s LA Studio Houses Top Gear & Acoustic Instruments Los Angeles, CA, February 2016 — Uberproducer Jim Kaufman is cranking out the hits, thanks in part to a choice Vintage…

DC6 & DC7 Feature TEC Award-Winners January 22, Winter NAMM 2016 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik of South Windsor, CT, is introducing two new comprehensive drum microphone packs at Winter NAMM 2016. The…

Dysonics Creates Immersive Spatial Audio Tracking Headphone Experience South Windsor, CT, November 2015 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik is proud to partner with Dysonics for the revolutionary 8-capsule, 360-degree microphone array for…

Kicks Off With Amy Helm, Grammy-Winning Daughter of Legendary Levon Helm South Windsor, CT, October 2015 – TELEFUNKEN recently hosted recording sessions with Amy Helm and the Handsome Strangers at the…

M81 Dynamic for Stage — AK-47 MkII and CU-29 “Copperhead” for Studio Rubblebucket is pictured at TELEFUNKEN headquarters in Connecticut, (L-R) Adam Dotson, Kalmia Traver, Alex Toth, Dave Cole, and…

Pictured in Brooklyn’s 825 Records studio is Katie Lee and TELEFUNKEN’S AK-47 MkII large diaphragm condenser microphone. South Windsor, CT, July 2015 – Prolific producer, songwriter and studio owner Matty…

Sean Paddock’s Drums Use M80 and M82 Dynamic and M60 FET Mics Pictured during Kenny Chesney’s “The Big Revival” tour is FOH engineer Chris Rabold with his TELEFUNKEN M80 and…

Praise From Tour Engineers Adam Rebacz and Rick Wright, Jr. South Windsor, CT, August 2015 — Phenomenal singer, songwriter and dancer Jason Derulo has chosen TELEFUNKEN’s M81-WH wireless capsule for…

Donations and Gear Foster Historic Annual Connecticut Music Festivals Seen at the Podunk Bluegrass Festival is the band competition winner Colebrook Road and the TELEFUNKEN van, loaded with a selection…

“Songs of Their Own” Includes 50 Bands Covering Dead Originals. South Windsor, CT, June 2015 – Leading microphone manufacturer TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has partnered with San Francisco’s JamBase to film and…

ELA M251E, ELA M260 and U47 in the Studio — CU-29 and M80s for Stage Caravan of Thieves is pictured onstage surrounding a TELEFUNKEN CU-29 “Copperhead” large diaphragm condenser tube…

M80, M81, M82 Dynamics Shine on Stage; Tube Condensers in Studio Pictured on tour is Galactic bassist, producer, and vocalist Robert Mercurio with a TELEFUNKEN M81 for vocals and the…

Donations and Gear Foster Historic Annual Connecticut Music Festivals Pictured picking up an assortment of mics at TELEFUNKEN headquarters in Connecticut, (L-R) are Litchfield Jazz Fest audio engineers Brian Silver…

M80 Dynamic Mics for the Acoustic Basement Stage Pictured with a Telefunken M80 dynamic mic is performer and Van’s Warped Tour producer Brian Marquis.  Photo by Dani Fresh. Los Angeles,…

Manufactured in Europe with Cryogenic Treatment in the USA Pictured is the new TELEFUNKEN Black Diamond ECC83-TK tube, a modern version of the 12AX7, originally developed in 1947. Nashville, TN,…

Also Using New DD5 Mic Kit as Drum Tech on Tour Pictured at Hudson Street Sound in Annapolis holding TELEFUNKEN M-260 mics are (L-R) studio owners Noel White and Frank…

Performing Coachella and Headlining America in May and June The Naked and Famous is pictured live with their TELEFUNKEN M81 dynamic mics; (L-R) are Thom Powers, vocals, guitars; Aaron Short,…

Sun Lab Studio Records”Transgressions” Entirely On Location South Windsor, CT, January, 2014 — The popular New Jersey-based band Karmic Juggernaut has recorded their entire 8-minute opus “Transgressions” on location using…

Pictured is the AES launch of the new TELEFUNKEN showroom partnership at Platinum Sound Studios in NYC. South Windsor, CT, February, 2014 — TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, the South Windsor, CT based…

M82 Wins Honor for Microphone Technology/Sound Reinforcement Pictured at the 2014 TEC Awards at WinterNAMM are (L-R) Director of Operations Alan Veniscofsky and Design Engineer Ryan Loftus.  Photo: Jesse Grant/Getty…

Models include C12s, M81 & M82 Dynamics, and Prototype M60 FETs Pictured onstage at the Wang Theater in Boston, MA, during the recent Steely Dan tour are (L-R) TELEFUNKEN’s Director…

Mountain Co-Founder Creates Massive Guitar Tones with the M80 Pictured is engineer/co-producer Mike “Metal” Goldberg with TELEFUNKEN’s M80 dynamic microphone on Leslie West’s Blackstar amp. South Windsor, CT, November, 2013…

Warren Haynes Belts It Out with the M80; Copperhead for Drums Gov’t Mule are pictured in Los Angeles, (L-R) Jorgen Carlsson, bass; Matt Abts, drums; Warren Haynes, lead vocal, guitar;…

New M82 and M81-SH Dynamic Mics Boost Drum Power Pictured (L-R) on tour are drummer Stephen Perkins of Jane’s Addiction holding the TELEFUNKEN M82 dynamic microphone and FOH engineer Jamie…

Jon Anderson of Yes, Special Guests and Oregon Cave Recordings Pictured in his Oregon studio is guitar virtuoso Jeff Pevar and his TELEFUNKEN AK-47 MkII microphone. Ashland, OR, August, 2013…

First Edition Signed By Band for Surfrider Foundation Fundraiser Pictured is the TELEFUNKEN M80 “Woody” dynamic microphone signed by the Beach Boys to benefit the Surfrider Foundation. South Windsor, CT,…

Matt Berninger Employs U-47 For His Visceral Vocals Pictured is Matt Berninger recording vocals for the new album “Trouble Will Find Me” with the TELEFUNKEN U-47 tube microphone. Photo by…

“Blow Your Pants Off” Employs M80 Dynamic and AK-47MkII Microphones Pictured is Lawrence Manchester, music mixer for “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” with his TELEFUNKEN AK-47MkII large diaphragm tube condenser…

Grateful Dead Co-Founder Heads Up All-Star Performance Pictured at TRI Studios in San Rafael, CA, are Ryan Loftus, Jeff Pehrson, Jeff Chimenti, Alan Venitosh, Bob Weir, Jason Scheuner, Robyn Sylvester,…

Chris Zane Produces Hit Sophomore Release for Sony Pictured is Passion Pit producer Chris Zane with the TELEFUNKEN CU-29 large diaphragm condenser tube microphone. NYC, August, 2012 — Producer Chris…

Leading Microphone Companies Loan Award-Winning Mics To the San Francisco Based Non-Profit (San Francisco, CA – May 10, 2012) Women’s Audio Mission, a non-profit dedicated to the advancement of women in music…

M80-WH Wireless Mic Capsule for Adam Duritz and ELA M 260s for New Album Pictured is Counting Crows founder Adam Duritz with the M80-WH mic capsule from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik. South…

Modern Version of Classic “Decca Tree” with 3 Matched Tube Mics and Power Supply Pictured is TELEFUNKEN’s new ELA M 260 TRI-MONO System with three small diaphragm tube mics, interchangeable…

Rising Pop/Operatic Star Shines in New Disney Pearl Album Pictured is Nathan Pecheco with TELEFUNKEN’S new ELA M251T at EASTWEST Recording Studios in Hollywood.  Photo by David Goggin. Hollywood, CA,…

Montana Studio and Music Company Now Has Assortment of Matched TFunk Pairs Pictured is SnowGhost studio’s Brett Allen with his collection of classic TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik microphones. Whitefish, MT, September, 2011…

Special Wireless M80 Has Mighty Bling Pictured with his new custom TELEFUNKEN wireless M80-WH stage mic is rap icon Snoop Dogg. South Windsor, CT, June, 2011 – At the request…

Non-Profit Weathervane Music Produces “Borrowed Heart” by Hezekiah Jones Pictured with the TELEFUNKEN U47 large diaphragm microphone is Raphael “Raph” Cutrufello, lead singer of the group Hezekiah Jones.  Photo by…

Gifted Producer Chooses Matched Pair of new AR-51 Tube Mics Pictured is American Idol artist Scotty McCreery. Los Angeles, CA, May, 2011 – Eight-time Grammy Award-winning producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins…

London’s KMR Audio Provides Mic Through UK Distributor Unity Audio Pictured is UK producer/engineer Richard X with his new large diaphragm U47 microphone from US-based TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik. London, UK, April,…

Audition a Variety of Mics in One’s Personal Studio Listening Space South Windsor, CT, March, 2011 – TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, the TEC Award-winning microphone company which faithfully recreates the vintage sound…

M80s for Red Rocks DVD & Vintage Tubes for New Album at Ardent Studios South Windsor, CT, February, 2011 – Big Head Todd and the Monsters were the first group…

Shipping With Cardioid, Omni, and Hyper-Cardioid Capsules, Plus Dual Power Supply South Windsor, CT, December, 2011 — TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik of South Windsor, CT, is exhibiting for the first time at…

Michael Glabicki Chooses 6 AR-51s, 4 M80s, 2 M-16 MkIIs & 2 ELA M 260s Pictured is Rusted Root’s Michael Glabicki with one of his 6 TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik AR-51 vintage…

32-Hour Show Earns “Longest Performance by a Solo Artist” Pictured with his TELEFUNKEN M 80 mic and Gibson J-45 guitar is Guinness World Record holder Alex Carlin performing in Radomsko,…

Music Mixer Lawrence Manchester Picks the M 80 for Guest Artists NYC, May, 2010 – “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” music mixer Lawrence Manchester has picked the M 80 dynamic…

Hartford’s WTIC 96.5 fm Broadcasts Live “Acoustic Café” Pictured in TELEFUNKEN’s Connecticut studios are Michael Buble and his band in a special performance for Hartford’s 96.5 WTIC “Acoustic Café.” Photo…

Fellow Funkateers Share Passion for the Music and the Technology Pictured with the TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik large diaphragm AK-47 tube microphone are Bootsy Collins (L) and Snoop Dogg. San Diego, CA,…

Large Diaphragm Tube Mics For Kenji Sano Solo Project Los Angeles, CA, June, 2010 – Before starting on the long-awaited Kenji Sano solo project, recording engineer Kenji Nakai purchased a…

South Windsor, CT., September, 2009 — TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has completely restored and customized a pristine 1967 Volkswagen van for their drive from headquarters in Connecticut to the AES Convention in…

M80s Onstage and U-47 / ELA M 251 In the Studio Pictured (foreground) in concert with TELEFUNKEN M80s are Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong and bassist Mike Dirnt.  Photo by…

Supergroup Has New Album and Summer Tour San Rafael, CA, June, 2009 – Rock supergroup Chickenfoot released their self-titled debut album June 5 and is supporting the project with a…

Graham Marsh Records the New Solo Album Pictured with the new TELEFUNKEN USA Ela M250 tube microphone is Cee-Lo Green and engineer Graham Marsh.  Photo by Samuel Thomas. Miami, Fl,…

Jam Band Fans See First Shows in 4 1/2 Years Phish is pictured at Virginia’s Hampton Coliseum.  Photo by Yuki Fishman. Hampton, Virginia, March, 2009 — For the first time…

Lead Singer of One Republic Records With New Ela M 251 Cleveland, OH — Ryan Tedder, best known as the lead singer of internationally acclaimed One Republic, booked sessions at…

Classic Ela M251 Recreation for Vocals Pictured at London’s Sphere Studios is Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon with the Telefunken | USA Ela M251. In the rear is Telefunken |…

Former Owner of Hit Factory Equips New Germano Studios NYC, December, 2008 – Troy Germano, owner of the recently launched Germano Studios, has purchased the Telefunken | USA Ela M12…

Billy Gibbons Plays Guitar on New Version of “Run Rudolph Run” Pictured are Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl and Motorhead’s Lemmy Kilmister with Telefunken | USA’s classic large diaphragm Ela M251…

“That Lucky Old Sun” Set for September Release Pictured at 20th Century Fox studios with the new Telefunken | USA Ela M 251 microphone are Brian Wilson and stage and…

Renowned Engineer/Producer Records Nashville Luminaries Nashville, TN, May, 2008 – After extensive testing, popular Nashville engineer/producer Bil VornDick has purchased a pair of Telefunken | USA’s small capsule Ela M260…

Pictured at Rocket Carousel Studios are (L-R) producer Greg Wells and recording artist Jamie Cullum. Photo by David Goggin. Los Angeles, CA – The new album by British artist Jamie…

Engineer John Neff and Journey Purchase Two Vintage Mic Recreations Pictured (L-R) at The Plant in Sausalito are Neal Schon, Arnel Pineda, Jonathan Cain, and Deen Castronovo.  Photo by John…

Engineer Robert Carranza Records New Album in LA and Hawaii Pictured in LA (L-R) are engineer/mixer Robert Carranza and Jack Johnson, with the new U47 large diaphragm tube mic from…

Pictured at Kung Fu Gardens is producer Linda Perry and studio manager Seth von Paulus.  Photo by David Goggin. Los Angeles, CA, October, 2007 – Acclaimed producer and singer/songwriter Linda Perry…

Pictured in Studio D at Ocean Way Recording in Los Angeles is John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls.  Photo by David Goggin. South Windsor, CT, August, 2007 – Goo…

Pictured in the Lolina Green studio are Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles and Matthew Sweet with a new Telefunken | USA Ela M 251F condenser tube microphone.  Photo by David…

Pictured at Dave Matthews’ Haunted Hollow Studios is engineer Steven Miller with the Telefunken USA R-F-T M16 MkII large diaphragm tube microphone. Charlottesville, VA, February 2007 – Engineer and producer…

Los Angeles, CA, July, 2007 – The restoration of Frank Zappa’s vintage mic collection, begun in 2005, is now complete.  The project began with a visit and evaluation by Telefunken…

Pictured (L-R) at Harvest Sound Studios are Ringside drummer Norm Block with a rare vintage Telefunken Ela M250E and singer/songwriter Scott Thomas with the newly manufactured Telefunken | USA Ela…

Los Angeles, CA, September, 2006 – Matt Scannell, songwriter, lead vocalist and guitarist for Vertical Horizon, has purchased the new Telefunken USA ELA  M250 for the recording of the band’s…

Pictured in his LA studio is producer/engineer John Feldmann and his matched pair of Telefunken USA microphones.  Photo by David Goggin. Los Angeles, CA, June, 2006 – John Feldman, frontman…

Pictured at AES 2004 are (L-R) Telefunken North America CEO Toni Fishman and multiple Grammy –winner Rafa Sardina.  Photo by David Goggin. San Francisco, AES 2004 – Seven-time Grammy-winner mixer/engineer…