L251

Common name: Lawson Microphones L251

Production Status: In production

The L251 vacuum tube microphone that features a faithful reproduction of the one-inch capsule used in the Telefunken ELAM 251, a rare vintage mic renowned and coveted for its sparkling airy highs and warm solid lows. The circuit is based around a 6N1P vacuum tube with a Lundahl output transformer. The microphone polar pattern can be continuously varied from omnidirectional to figure of eight via the power supply unit. In addition the L251 also feature a “Pure Cardioid” setting. Includes power supply, swivel mic holder, 30′ microphone cable and power chord.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
11.6 mV/Pa
Max SPL
134
Max SPL, THD:
3
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
16 dB-A
Output Impedance
150Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
1 mA
Alternative Powering
5
Tube Model
6n1P

Switchable Options

Pad
100Hz 6dB/oct
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-7M
Connector notes
100Hz /oct
Available Colours
Stin nickel
Weight
960 g
Length
250 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
250 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Power supply and microphone cable
Optional