U48

Common name: Telefunken Elektroakustik U48

Production Status: In production

The U48 is a large diaphragm multi-pattern vacuum tube condenser microphone. Like the original this recreation adds a bidirectional (figure of eight) pattern to the omnidirectional and cardioid of the U47. The U48 features an M7 type capsule and a BV8 transformer replica. The microphone is ideal or a wide range of applications, from vocals, to guitars, chamber ensembles and orchestras. The amplifier circuit is based around a VF14k vacuum tube. This is a direct replacement for the original VF14M. Includes M 940 power supply, M 840 25′ dual-shielded ACX-7 tube microphone cable, M740 shock mount, FC40 locking flight case and WB40 wooden microphone box.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
24.5 mV/Pa
Max SPL
127
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
9 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
VF14K
Tube Brand
Telefunken Elektroakustik

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
7-pin
Connector notes
Available Colours
Silver.
Weight
620 g
Length
240 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
60 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
M 940 power supply, M 840 25' dual-shielded ACX-7 tube microphone cable, M740 shock mount, FC40 locking flight case and WB40 wooden microphone box.
Optional