Neumann TLM 49 Condenser Studio Microphone

In a world of copycats clones and wannabes Neumann reigns supreme. Only Neumann can deliver that smooth expensive high frequency smoothness we all know and love. What makes the TLM 49 truly exceptional is with no EQ or de essing vocals sound perfect and sit flawlessly in the mix. I really can't recommend the Neumann TLM 49 more highly. Don't be misled, hear this microphone for yourself. Thank you Neumann!

Being a Neumann, this thing is not cheap! I have to say though, everything about this microphone's design speaks of quality. The very first time that I fired it up, I was absolutely amazed at the pristine quality of the sound and just how sensitive it was- picking up sounds far beyond the studio! I used to settle my Shure at about 40 DB going straight into my DAW through an Apogee Element, an noticed instantly that 25 dB with this mic was all I needed to lay my vocals sweetly into the mix. Vocalists will absolutely love that you can sing with passion and this mic can take it ( with a Pop filter of course), but more importantly, this mic can capture your most subtle and quiet phrases perfectly. In short, I love it.

I am not professional, just an amateur vocalist. But even for amateur ears like mine, the difference between TLM 49 and my previous $300 mic was apparent. My previous mic, even with proper EQ and filters applied, doesn't sound as rich and warm as a raw recording from TLM 49. I also noticed TLM 49 is much more tolerant of distance and head movements when it comes to singing, so I don't have to constantly worry about whether I am too close or too far away or moving too much. It also captures a lot more vocal details than my previous mic.

For years now I've always heard that Neumann mics are awesome and high quality. Now I finally had the money to purchase the TLM 49...I'm in love with this mic!!! Cristal clear sound that deliver nice lows, mids and highs...put it right to work with a client and he also loved the mic!!! I def recommend this mic and the Neumann brand to anybody that's looking for a great mic...def the go to mic in my studio now.

I owned a classic U47 Vintage Mic. The TLM49 has almost the exact same sound as it's grandfather counterpart. Because it has the K47 capsule in it. The same one that used in the U47. I found the mic to be offer better clarity in the high end and the cost well worth the investment. Consider this a Classic U47 cost $7,500 and up when you can find one. This mic offers the same sound at a fraction of the cost. I did side by side sound checks with vocals on both mics. the difference was almost undetectable to my trained ears. Go visit your friends in Pro Audio and put this one to the test. It will blow you away!! Larry R

I just purchased this microphone this weekend and my first impression was "WOW"! I was blown away! Rich and detailed, smooth and 'finished' sounding. Very 'forward' and 'present' as well. I originaly made comparisons to some tube mics I was demoing at the time and really think Neumann nailed the 'Tube Emulation. No sibilance issues whatsoever on my vocals. For those put off by anything TLM guess again. I'd have to say this is one of the best gear purchases I've ever made.... I like this mic that much.