Neumann TLM 107 bk Studio Set, large-diaphragm multidirectional microphone with 5 polar patterns (omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8); switchable high-pass filter 40 Hz or 100 Hz; level attenuation -6 dB or -12 dB switchable; navigation switch with bright LED display for polar pattern, pad and high-pass filter; maximum SPL: 141 dB (153 dB with -12 dB pad); A-weighted equivalent noise level: 10 dB-A; includes EA 4 elastic suspension and cardboard box; weight: 445 g; diameter: 64 mm; length: 145 mm; colour: black

Classic proportions combined with appealing style and innovative ideas – the TLM 107 perfectly embodies Neumann's philosophy: innovation based on tradition. Far from evoking vintage or retro nostalgia, the TLM 107 is a modern studio microphone that sets new standards. Its wide performance spectrum and high-precision reproduction, very close to the original, make the TLM 107 universally applicable, offering maximum freedom in mixing and post-production.

Neumann Engineering

The newly developed sound transducer, designed specifically for this microphone, impresses with its exceptional impulse fidelity. The great consistency of the five polar patterns – omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8, with the intermediate polar patterns wide cardioid and hypercardioid – is also unusual for a large-diaphragm capsule. The TLM 107 not only offers optimal sound for the cardioid setting, but also guarantees maximum precision across the entire frequency range for all other directional characteristics. The sound always remains balanced, with quasi-linear reproduction up to 8 kHz, and a slight emphasis in the highest frequencies that brings presence and freshness to the voice. Particular attention has been paid to the natural reproduction of speech sounds, especially the critical "s" sound. The grille is acoustically optimised for low sensitivity to plosives. Furthermore, the sound transducer has peripheral termination, with both diaphragms at ground potential. Specifically, this ensures considerably reduced sensitivity to dust and humidity.

Uncompromising Sound Design

The transformerless circuit enables a high degree of linearity and wide dynamic range. The self-noise of only 10 dB-A is practically inaudible, whilst at the same time, the TLM 107 offers high level handling capability. The maximum sound pressure level of 141 dB SPL can be increased to 153 dB SPL via pre-attenuation (Pad). This allows the TLM 107 to transmit the sound of the most powerful instruments without distortion. The Low Cut settings of Linear, 40 Hz and 100 Hz are precisely adapted to practical recording situations. Without side effects, the 40 Hz setting cuts parasitic noise below the range of fundamental sounds (where 41 Hz is the frequency of the low E string of the double bass), whilst the 100 Hz setting is optimised for speech and singing (where 100 Hz corresponds to the lowest notes of a baritone).

Innovative Operating Concept

For the first time, all switching functions of the microphone are controlled intuitively via a navigation switch. A visual highlight is the illuminated polar pattern display in the chrome ring, whilst the status of the Pad and Low Cut is shown by LEDs to the left and right of the switch. In order not to distract singers, the switch and display are located at the rear of the microphone. After ten seconds, the displays automatically switch off.

Delivery Contents

The TLM 107 is available in matt nickel and black. A stand mount (SG 2) is included. It can also be supplied as a Studio Set including an elastic suspension.