Neumann TLM103 Cardioid Condenser Microphone - Nickel

he TLM 103* is the ideal large diaphragm microphone for all professional and semi-professional applications requiring the utmost in sound quality on a limited budget.  By utilizing the tried and true transformerless circuit found in numerous Neumann microphones, the TLM 103 features yet unattained low self-noise and the highest sound pressure level transmission. The capsule, derived from that used in the U 87, has a cardioid pattern, is acoustically well-balanced and provides extraordinary attenuation of signals from the rear. 

The TLM 103 is available in satin nickel and matte black. Delivery includes an SG 1 metal swivel mount and a wooden jeweler's box.

 

Applications

Due to the universal cardioid pattern, straightforward handling, extremely low self-noise level, and finally, the price, the TLM 103 is predestined for all demanding applications from home recording to professional broadcasting and commercial recording studios.

 

Polar pattern

The TLM 103 is equipped with a large diaphragm capsule with cardioid pattern. By focusing on this pattern – used in most recording situations – the attenuation of unwanted rear sound has been optimized. Off-axis sounds are rendered naturally while isolation is increased. This also leads to a high feedback suppression when the microphone is used in live situations or where loudspeaker playback is a factor.

 

Acoustic features

The TLM 103 is addressed from the front, marked with the red Neumann logo on the microphone body. The K 103 large diaphragm capsule is based on the K 87, well known from the U 67 / U 87 microphones.The capsule has a flat frequency response up to about 5 kHz, and above that, a wide flat 4 dB presence boost.

 

Large diaphragm cardioid microphone

Pressure gradient transducer with with one-diaphragm capsule

Transformerless circuitry

Extremely low noise: 7 dB-A

Includes swivel mount

Straightforward handling for homerecording and professional studios

High-quality professional equipment for limited budgets

Acoustical operating principle	Pressure gradient transducer
Directional pattern	Cardioid
Frequency range	20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm	23 mV/Pa
Rated impedance	50 ohms
Rated load impedance	1 kohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR1)	17.5 dB
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted1)	7 dB-A
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94 dB SPL)	76.5 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94 dB SPL)	87 dB
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%2)	138 dB
Maximum output voltage	13 dBu
Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938)	48 V ± 4 V
Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938)	3 mA
Matching connector	XLR3F
Weight	approx. 450 g
Diameter	60 mm
Length	132 mm