Ela M12

Common name: Telefunken Elektroakustik Ela M12

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The Ela M12 is hand-crafted, following the original design, in the USA using original Austrian blueprints and duplicating its exact specifications. The microphone uses a CK-12 capsule that can be switched to 9 polar patterns and features a T14 output transformer and NOS 6072 vacuum tube. It can be used for any purpose from close-up vocals to ambient orchestral recording.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
mV/Pa
Max SPL
138
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
16 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
6072A - 12AY7

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
7-pin
Connector notes
Available Colours
Weight
567 g
Length
254 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
41 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
PSU, swivel connector cable, wooden case, flight case.
Optional