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The Neumann TLM 49 is a large-diaphragm studio microphone with a cardioid directional characteristic and a warm sound which is especially optimized for vocal performance.
Inspired by the legendary M49 and M50 microphones, the sound design is inevitably compared to classic microphones like the M4 and U47. By combining its retro look with proven Neumann transformerless circuit technology, this microphone ensures low self-noise and the use of high gain levels. It’s supplied as a set, with an elastic suspension, the EA 3.

During the development phase, the sound was adjusted in extensive practical tests to make the TLM 49 ideal particularly for vocal and speech recording. However, it’s also suitable for instrumental applications in professional production studios and demanding home recordings.
The large-diaphragm 34mm capsule of the TLM 49 provides a cardioid directional characteristic with a tendency toward supercardioid, due to the special capsule construction. Following the example of the M 49, high frequencies are more directional. The front of the microphone is indicated by the red Neumann logo on the microphone body.


The TLM 49 uses the famous K 47 capsule, which was also used in the M 49 and the U 47. The capsule has a linear frequency response up to the upper mid-range. Above 2 kHz there is a gentle presence boost up to 3dB. The capsule is enclosed by a large microphone headgrille, which is acoustically very open and is hence neutral with regard to the sound.
The letters TLM stand for transformerless microphone. With TLM technology the usual output transformer is replaced by an electronic circuit. As with traditional transformers, it ensures good common mode rejection and prevents RF interference that may influence the balanced audio signal.
Noise signals which affect the balanced modulation line are therefore effectively suppressed. The microphone can operate at sound pressure levels of up to 114 dB without distortion and provides a dynamic range of 102 dB (A-weighted).


The entire interior structure is mounted elastically to prevent the transmission of structure-borne noise. In addition, the capsule is mounted with a rubber shock mount. Due to the wide frequency response, the TLM 49 can also transmit extremely low-frequency signals without coloration.
Of course, this means that the microphone is also sensitive to noise signals such as vibration and wind noise in this frequency range. The TLM 49 is therefore supplied with the elastic suspension EA 3, which effectively protects the microphone from structure-borne noise. If the microphone is addressed at extremely close range, pop screen PS 15 or PS 20 a can be used in front of the microphone to provide protection against plosive sounds.
These are just some of the most common applications. Try some experimentation to find all the uses for this versatile microphone.

Pressure gradient transducer with the large-diaphragm capsule of the legendary U 47
Cardioid characteristic
Retro design
Transformerless output circuitry
Acoustically very open wire mesh headgrille
Complete set with elastic suspension
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