Neumann U87AI-MT Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Matte Black

The legendary Neumann U87 Ai  has shaped the sound of countless hit records over the past 50 years, since it was first introduced in 1967. To this day, the Neumann U87 Ai is incomparable for professional recording. This is the microphone of choice for everyone from singers, voice-over artist, announcers, and recording engineers around the world. 

The U87 Ai is the epitome of large diaphragm condenser microphones. It's iconic shape and grille design have become part of the collective consciousness: This is what a studio microphone should look like. The same is true of it's iconic sound: The U87 Ai represents studio quality - it has become the gold standard by which all other microphones are measured. 

What sets the U87 Ai apart is it's unique combination of linearity and character. Although it's on-axis frequency response is incredibly flat, it does exert a certain charisma. It just sounds right! This makes the U87 Ai both versatile and instantly recognizable.