247

Common name: Lewilson Microphones 247

Production Status: In production

The 247 is a large diaphragm vacuum tube condenser microphone available in either cardioid only or switchable between omnidirectional and cardioid polar patterns. It features a German made Thiersch M7 capsule driving an amplifier based around an EF86 vacuum tube and a Jensen output transformer. The fully regulated power supply features a pattern switch for dual-pattern models. The microphone body is manufactured from lightweight aluminium and is available in either Light Blue or Black. Custom colours are optionally available. Includes power supply unit, shock mount and microphone cable.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
Hz - kHz
Output Sensitivity
mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
-
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
EF806

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-7M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Light Blue. Black
Weight
499 g
Length
216 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
60.3 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Power supply. Microphone cable. Shock mount. Flight case.
Optional