Neumann U 87 AI SET Z Includes U 87 AI, EA87, WS87, IC3/25 Nickel

Neumann U 87 AI SET Z Includes U 87 AI, EA87, WS87, IC3/25 Nickel

The Neumann U87AISETZ includes U87AI, EA87, WS87, IC3/25 | Nickel is arguably the best known and most widely used studio microphone in the world (for good reason). The U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic. A distinctive design and legendary Neumann sound make this mic a must-have for pro studios. The U 87 is known for its unique frequency and transient response characteristics which deliver a smooth natural sound with a variety of source material. The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech. The easy-to-recognize U 87 is a classic!

Natural Response

The U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic. Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television.

The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot mic for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech.

Acoustic features

The U 87 Ai is addressed from the front, marked with the Neumann logo. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a highpass filter interferences through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced remarkebly.

Polar patterns

The dual-diaphragm capsule is elastically mounted and protected by a large headgrille. A switch below the headgrille selects the three directional patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. A window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic.

Key Features

Variable large diaphragm microphone
Pressure-gradient transducer with double membrane capsule
The studio microphone classic
Three directional characteristics: omni, cardioid, figure-8
Switchable low frequency roll-off
Switchable 10dB pre-attenuation
Idial as main and as support microphone in the most differing recording situations

Technical Specs

Acoustical operating principle
Pressure gradient transducer
Directional pattern
Omnidirectional, wide angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8
Frequency range
20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm
20/28/22 mV/Pa
Rated impedance
200 ohms
Rated load impedance
1 kohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR
26/23/25 dB
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
15/12/14 dB-A
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (rel. 94 dB SPL)
68/71/69 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (rel. 94 dB SPL)
79/82/80 dB-A
Maximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 0.5 %
117 dB
Maximum SPL (tube characteristic) for THD < 5 %
127 dB
Maximum output voltage
390 dBu
Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier (A-weighted, 0.5 %)
105 dB
Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938)
48 V ± 4 V
Matching connector
XLR 3F
Weight
500 g, 1.1 lbs
Diameter
56 mm
Length
200 mm