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he M147 Tube is a vacuum tube condenser micro-
phone with cardioid characteristic. At the heart of this mi-
crophone is the K47/49 dual diaphragm capsule, inherit-
ed from this model’s now legendary predecessors, the U 47
and the M49.
Following the capsule is a tube that functions as an imped-
ance converter. The next stage is an efficient, transformer-
less output circuit, that guarantees an extremely low self-
noise level. Note: This innovative combination of current
tube technology with the most advanced solid-state circuitry
was decisive in awarding the 1997 TEC Award to the
related M 149 Tube mic.
The M147 Tube can feed extremely long microphone
cables without affecting the quality of the audio signal.
Like all Neumann tube microphones, the M147 Tube
comes with an elegant satin nickel finish.
The microphone is delivered as a complete set in a high-
quality aluminum case. Included with the microphone are
a microphone cable, a metal swivel mount for a mic stand,
and a compact universal power supply for standard mains
sockets. Our modern manufacturing methods makes it pos-
sible to offer this complete set at a very attractive price.
Applications
The famous capsule, together with complimenting tube
characteristics, makes the M 147 Tube especially well suit-
ed as a vocal mic. In addition, it is a superb spot mic for all
types of musical instruments.
The extremely low self-noise of its tube circuitry makes the
mic perfectly suited for use in modern recording chains,
analog and digital.
Acoustic Features
The M147 Tube is addressed from the side where the
microphone body has the diamond-shaped Neumann com-
pany logo. The black color identifies tube microphones.
The capsule is equivalent to the one used in the U 47, and
is the deciding factor in determining the sound characteris-
tic. It has a flat frequency response to the upper midrange,
and a boost of up to 3 dB above 2 kHz.
The headgrille design is a smaller version of the U 47. It pro-
tects the capsule effectively against popping and wind noise.
Polar Pattern
The M147 Tube has a cardioid characteristic, leaning more
toward super-cardioid due to its distinctive capsule design.
At higher frequencies the pattern becomes more direction-
al. This is very similar to the model after which this new
tube microphone was patterned, the U 47 and the succes-
sor, the U 47 fet.
Delivery Range
M 147 Tube microphone,
N 149 A power supply incl. power cable, SG 1 swivel mount,
KT 8 microphone cable, dust cover, aluminium case
Catalog No.
M 147 Tube (230 Volt, EU)...................................ni...............008435
M 147 Tube (117 Volt, US)...................................ni ...............008434
M 147 Tube (230 Volt, UK)...................................ni...............008436
Selection of Accessories
Elastic suspension, EA 1............................................ni ...............008449
Elastic suspension, EA1 mt....................................blk ............008450
Auditorium hanger, MNV 87..................................ni...............006804
Auditorium hanger, MNV 87 mt ..........................blk ............006806
Table stand, MF 3..........................................................blk ............007321
Table stand, MF 4..........................................................blk ............007337
Stand extension, STV 4...............................................blk ............006190
Stand extension, STV 20............................................blk ............006187
Stand extension, STV 40............................................blk ............006188
Stand extension, STV 60............................................blk ............006189
Popscreen, PS15............................................................blk ............008472
Popscreen, PS20a.......................................................blk ............008488
Windscreen, WS87......................................................blk ............006753
Microphone cable, IC 3 mt.......................................blk ............006543
A complete survey and detailed descriptions of all accessories
are contained in the accessories catalog
Meaning of color codes: blk = black, ni = nickel
Features
• Universal tube microphone
• Pressure gradient transducer with the large diaphragm capsule
from the legendary U 47 and M 49
• Transformerless circuitry
• Low self noise level
• Comes with swivel stand mount made of metal, universal power
supply, and cable in an attractive aluminium case
Application Hints
•Vocalist mic: its warm and yet transparent sound gives volume
and presence
•Announcer’s mic for broadcasting/voice over
•Spot mic for close miking of solo instruments, especially strings,
wind instruments, and piano
These are just some of the most common applications. We
recommend additional experimentation to gain maximum use
from this microphone.