With its black finish, the Neumann TLM-102 large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone operating with a cardioid polar pattern. It has the ability to handle very high sound pressure levels.

The capsule, with its high SPL capability, allows the recording of percussion, drums, amplifiers and other very loud sound sources. The microphone works equally well for recording low-volume sounds thanks to its very fast transient response. However, its most important applications lie in the field of vocals and speech.

A slight boost above 6 kHz provides excellent vocal presence, whilst below 6 kHz the frequency response is extremely linear for minimal colouration and a clearly defined bass range. The capsule features an elastic suspension to minimise structure-borne noise, whilst an integrated pop filter in the grille helps to suppress plosives during vocal and speech recording.

- Large-diaphragm microphone with cardioid polar pattern
- Pressure gradient transducer
- Compact, reduced-size body
- Very high maximum sound pressure level (SPL)
- Slight presence boost above 6 kHz
- Transformerless circuit