251

Common name: Upton 251

Production Status: In production

The Upton 251 is a large diaphragm multi-pattern vacuum tube condenser microphone based on the classic Ela M 251 produced by AKG. It features the Upton CK12 style capsule, 6072 vacuum tube, Upton T14 transformer and the original circuit design. Includes wooden box, microphone cable, power supply and flight case.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
1 mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
20 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
6072A - 12AY7

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
6-pin
Connector notes
Available Colours
Cream white.
Weight
560 g
Length
255 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
42 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Wooden box. Power supply. Microphone cable with swivel mount.
Optional