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Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone

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  • Product category: Large Diaphragm Condenser Neumann
  • Brand: Neumann
  • Description and content of package
  • Technical information and basic settings
  • Frequently asked questions – FAQ
  • Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
  • Authorized service for Neumann Large Diaphragm Condenser

User manual for the Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone contain basic instructions that need to be followed during installation and operation. Before starting your appliance, the user manual should be read through carefully. Follow all the safety instructions and warnings, and be guided by the given recommendations. User manual is an integral part of any Neumann product, and if it is sold or transferred, they should be handed over jointly with the product. Following the instructions for use is an essential prerequisite for protecting health and property during use, as well as recognition of liability on the part of the manufacturer for possible defects should you make a warranty claim. Download an official Neumann user manual in which you will find instructions on how to install, use, maintain and service your product.

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Product description

  • Mic Shootout 1: Classic Large Diaphragm Condensers
The black U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone from Neumann is a large dual-diaphragm condenser microphone. It features three directional patterns, including omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8. These are selectable with a switch below the head grille and the window above this switch shows the symbol of the selected characteristic. A 10 dB attenuation switch is located on the rear. It enables the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 127 dB without distortion. The low frequency response can be reduced to compensate for proximity effect.

The U 87 Ai is used as a main microphone for orchestra recordings, as a spot microphone for single instruments, and extensively as a vocal microphone for all types of music and speech.

The U 87 Ai is addressed from the front. The frequency response of the cardioid and figure-8 directional characteristics are very flat for frontal sound incidence, even in the upper frequency range. The microphone can be used very close to a sound source without the sound becoming unnaturally harsh. By means of a high-pass filter, interference through subsonic and low frequencies are reduced.

The circuitry increases operational headroom of the U 87 Ai by supplying the bias voltages for the capsule through a reduced resistance. The result is a higher sensitivity of 10 dB for identical sound pressure levels, and an improved S/N ratio of 3 dB.

A switch located at the rear attenuates the sensitivity by 10 dB. When this switch is activated, the microphone accepts sound pressure levels up to 127 dB (equivalent to a sound pressure of 45 Pa) without distortion.

An additional switch at the rear allows to change the microphone's cutoff frequency. This reduces low frequency interference directly at the input of the microphone amplifier. This setting also compensates for the unavoidable bass boost that occurs with all pressure gradient transducers when they are used at close distance (proximity effect).

The cardioid characteristic maintains a smooth frequency response at a distance of 30 to 40 cm, and the figure-8 characteristic at a distance of 15 to 20 cm.
  • Variable large diaphragm microphone
  • Pressure-gradient transducer with double membrane capsule
  • Omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8 characteristics
  • Switchable low frequency roll-off
  • Switchable 10 dB pre-attenuation
  • Great as a main or as a support microphone
UPC: 615104085060 In the Box Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Stereo Set, Black)
  • 2 x U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Black)
  • 2 x EA87 - U87 Shock Mount for U87 Microphones (Black)
  • 2 x Dust Covers
  • Aluminum Case
  • Limited 2-Year Warranty
  • Table of Contents




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    Technical parameters

    Neumann U87 Specs

    Operating Principle Pressure Gradient
    Transducer Condenser
    Polar Pattern Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
    Pattern Selection Switched
    Frequency Range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
    Signal to Noise Ratio 71 dB CCIR
    69 dB CCIR
    68 dB CCIR
    82 dB A-Weighted
    80 dB A-Weighted
    79 dB A-Weighted
    Equivalent Noise Level 23 dB CCIR
    25 dB CCIR
    26 dB CCIR
    12 dB A-Weighted
    14 dB A-Weighted
    15 dB A-Weighted
    Maximum SPL 117 dB SPL
    Pad -10 dB
    THD 0.5%
    Impedance 200 Ohms
    Load Impedance 1000 Ohms
    Sensitivity 28 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 kOhms
    22 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 kOhms
    20 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 kOhms
    Output Connectors 1 x 3-Pin XLR
    Operating Current Consumption 0.8 µA
    Operating Voltage 48 V ± 4 V
    Length 7.87" / 200 mm
    Diameter 2.20" / 56 mm
    Weight 1.10 lb / 500 g
    Package Weight 10.8 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 16.221 x 14.016 x 6.614"

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