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Telefunken M81 Custom Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone (Blue Body, Gold Grille)

BH #TEM81BLUWOLD • MFR #M81 BLUE W/ GOLD
Telefunken M81 Custom Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone (Blue Body, Gold Grille)
Key Features
  • Supercardioid Polar Pattern
  • Enhanced Directionality
  • Wide 50 Hz to 18 kHz Frequency Response
  • Tailored for Guitars, Drums & Brass
Presented in a blue body with a gold grille, the Telefunken M81 Custom Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone delivers the sonic essence of a condenser in a rugged dynamic design. It features a wide 50 Hz to 18 kHz frequency response and high maximum SPL of 135 dB, making it equally suitable for voice, instruments, or drums onstage and in the studio. Its tonal character is tuned to soften bright or thin sources and yield a stronger emphasis on midrange clarity.

Telefunken M81 Overview

Presented in a blue body with a gold grille, the Telefunken M81 Custom Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone delivers the sonic essence of a condenser in a rugged dynamic design. It features a wide 50 Hz to 18 kHz frequency response and high maximum SPL of 135 dB, making it equally suitable for voice, instruments, or drums onstage and in the studio. Its tonal character is tuned to soften bright or thin sources and yield a stronger emphasis on midrange clarity.

The M81's head and capsule assembly is designed to reduce proximity effect while still providing present bass. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides enhanced off-axis rejection and high immunity to feedback. The M81 also features a custom-wound Telefunken T80 transformer. It ships with a mic clip and leather storage bag.

 

High Performance Features
  • Tuned for guitars, drums, percussion, and brass
  • Minimal proximity effect with articulate midrange
  • Subdued high-end response tames bright vocals and instruments
  • Supercardioid polar pattern provides enhanced directionality and immunity to feedback
  • Custom-wound Telefunken T80 transformer
  • Dynamic moving coil requires no batteries or phantom power

Telefunken M81 Specs

Microphone
Form FactorHandheld
Sound FieldMono
Operating PrinciplePressure Gradient
CapsuleDynamic
Diaphragm0.98" / 25 mm
Polar PatternSupercardioid
OrientationEnd Address
CircuitrySolid-State
PadNone
High-Pass FilterNone
Tone AdjustmentNone
Gain AdjustmentNone
IndicatorsNone
On-Board ControlsNone
WindscreenNone
Performance
Frequency Range50 Hz to 18 kHz ±3 dB
Maximum SPL135 dB SPL (1% THD)
Impedance325 Ohms
Sensitivity1.54 mV/Pa
Connectivity
Output Connectors (Analog)1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
Power
Bus PowerNone
Operating VoltageNot Specified by Manufacturer
Physical
MountingMic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included)
Included CaseZipper Pouch
Included FiltersNone
Dimensionsø: 1.89 x L: 7.24" / ø: 48 x L: 184 mm
Weight15.2 oz / 430 g

Telefunken M81 Reviews

You can hear the difference

By eplesmak
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2012-04-17

I bought these mics for live purposes, mainly for guitar amplifications. Ive discovered a world of great sounding live vocals with these mics, and I probably have to get some more of them soon. The only draw back is that it seems like you have run out of 57s when you use it to mic a guitar cab :P

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