Neumann TLM 102 BK Studio Set Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Shockmount (Black)

The Neumann TLM 102 BK Studio Set pairs a black large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone with the matching EA 4 bk shockmount. Designed and manufactured in Germany, the compact TLM 102 suits vocal recording as well as acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums, percussion, brass, and saxophone.

Clear detail with a gentle treble lift

A largely linear midrange captures the character of the source, while a gentle lift around 10 kHz adds presence and air. The fixed cardioid pattern and transformerless output stage make it a straightforward choice for close studio recording. Its integrated pop screen helps control breath noise, and the included external shockmount helps reduce mechanically transmitted vibration.

Self-noise is 12 dB-A, and the microphone handles up to 144 dB SPL at 0.5% THD, giving a specified 132 dB dynamic range. The close-miking proximity effect can add bass as you move nearer to the capsule.

What you need to connect it

Connect the microphone by XLR to a microphone preamp, mixer, or audio interface that supplies P48 phantom power: 48 V ±4 V. This is an analog XLR microphone, not a USB microphone. Plan a suitable microphone stand and XLR cable for your setup; the manufacturer's Studio Set contents below list the microphone and shockmount.

Included in the Black Studio Set

• One TLM 102 bk microphone in Black
• One EA 4 bk shockmount in Black
• Manufacturer Studio Set catalog number: 008657

Specifications

• Type: Large-diaphragm condenser, pressure-gradient transducer
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency range: 20 Hz–20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 11 mV/Pa
• Rated impedance: 50 ohms; rated load impedance: 1 kohm
• Equivalent noise: 12 dB-A A-weighted; 21 dB CCIR
• Maximum SPL: 144 dB at 0.5% THD
• Dynamic range: 132 dB
• Maximum output voltage: 13 dBu
• Supply: P48, 48 V ±4 V; current consumption: 3.5 mA
• Microphone weight: approximately 210 g
• Microphone dimensions: 52 mm diameter × 116 mm long