Description

First introduced to musicians and engineers in 1951, Neumann's original M 49 quickly developed a reputation as one of the best, most versatile microphones of the '50s and '60s. The fact that it was manufactured from 1951 all the way until 1971 is a true testament of its incredible quality.

With ground-breaking tech – including a continually variable polar pattern (that could be remotely switched) – the M 49 carved out new creative avenues within the world of professional recording. You can hear the legendary rich, detailed sound on a multitude of hit songs from the past seven decades. Even now it remains an option in the arsenal of recording engineers working in the worlds top studios.

Now, experience a modern, highly anticipated reissue with the M 49 V, featuring the very same specifications as the original, with brand new detail improvements.

Key Features

• Modern reissue of Neumann's iconic M 49, with additional detail enhancements
• Designed to record any kind of instrument
• Great for capturing both female and male vocals in astounding detail
• Classic tube circuit (with an output transformer)
• Faithful recreation – features original M 49 specifications after painstaking consultation of archival documents
• Quality construction – handmade/hand soldered in Germany
• Comes with a vintage case (handmade and produced in Germany)
• Adapts instantly to the mains voltage using a new pattern control
• Variable polar pattern (with remote control)

A True Homage

Neumann painstakingly consulted a range of documents from their archives, using them to make sure that the M 49 V matches the exact specifications of the classic M 49. And what's more: the mic and included case were both handmade and hand soldered in Germany – ensuring the finest components and engineering standards across the board.

Versatility Guaranteed

The M 49 V will thrive in any kind of situation. Capture both male and female vocals in incredible detail, with the smallest nuances of any voice highlighted in your recordings.
It's even designed to record any kind of instrument you can think of. From orchestras, to brass, percussion, piano and more, no matter the genre or scenario, the M 49 V will take it all in its stride.

What's Included

• 1 x M 49 V Tube microphone
• 1 x NM V Pattern Control Unit
• 1 x KC 5 Cable
• 1 x MZ 49 A Shock Mount

Specifications

M 49 V

• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Polar pattern variable: (omnidirectional…cardioid…figure-8)
• Frequency response: 40 Hz…16 kHz
• Rated impedance: 200 ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
• Sensitivity: 6.5/8/10 mV/Pa ± 1 dB; -43.5/-42/-40 dBV"
• Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR: 62/64/64 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted: 73/74/75 dB
• Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 32/30/30 dB
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 21/20/19 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for THD < 0.5%: 125 dB (cardioid)
• Maximum output voltage: 300 mV ~ – 8 dBu
• Power supply: NM V
• Required connectors/Microphone: KC 5 cable (7-pin)
• Required connectors / Power supply unit – output: XLR 3 F
• Weight: 800 g
• Diameter: 80 mm
• Length: 163 mm

NM V

• Supply voltage: 100 – 120 V or 220 – 240 V
• Power consumption: max. 12 W
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 220 mm x 100 mm x 120 mm
• Weight: 2.2 kg