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Telefunken ELA M 260 Stereo Set Small-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphones (Matched Pair)

BH #TEELAM260SS • MFR #ELA M 260-SS
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Telefunken ELA M 260 Stereo Set Small-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphones (Matched Pair)
Key Features
  • Matched Pair of ELA M 260 Microphones
  • Omni, Cardioid & Hypercardioid Capsules
  • EF732/5840W Vacuum Tubes
  • Custom Telefunken T60 Transformers
The Telefunken ELA M 260 Stereo Set is a matched pair of the ELA M 260 small-diaphragm tube condenser microphones intended for crucial stereo recording of instruments, vocals, ensembles, ambient signals, and more. Each mic features three interchangeable 15mm edge-terminated capsules in omnidirectional, cardioid, and hypercardioid polar patterns, allowing flexible configurations while delivering consistent tone and clarity. The EF732/5840W vacuum tube and custom Telefunken T60 transformer impart vintage-style sonics along with the low noise, high SPL handling, and wide frequency response expected for high-resolution applications.
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Telefunken ELA M 260 Overview

The Telefunken ELA M 260 Stereo Set is a matched pair of the ELA M 260 small-diaphragm tube condenser microphones intended for crucial stereo recording of instruments, vocals, ensembles, ambient signals, and more. Each mic features three interchangeable 15mm edge-terminated capsules in omnidirectional, cardioid, and hypercardioid polar patterns, allowing flexible configurations while delivering consistent tone and clarity. The EF732/5840W vacuum tube and custom Telefunken T60 transformer impart vintage-style sonics along with the low noise, high SPL handling, and wide frequency response expected for high-resolution applications.

The ELA M 260 Stereo Set is supplied with two 25' XLR 7-pin cables for connection to the included dual-mic power supply, two vibration-isolating shockmounts, two wooden mic boxes, and a locking flight case.

Stereo matched pair for accurate, pristine stereo recordings
Delivered with a single power supply unit capable of powering both ELA M 260s at once
Interchangeable capsule design with cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional capsules included
Circuit design based around an NOS EF732/5840W vacuum tube and a custom output transformer made in the United States
Plenty of tone with excellent detail and clarity
Well suited for drum overheads, percussion, woodwinds, saxophones, strings, and especially acoustic guitar
Includes shockmounts, XLR 7-pin cables, wooden mic boxes, and a dual-mic locking flight case
UPC: 899051002053

Telefunken ELA M 260Specs

Key Specs
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Hypercardioid / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Polar Pattern
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
135 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 7-Pin (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin (on Power Supply)
Power Sources
External PSU
Microphone
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Hypercardioid / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Stereo Pair / Dual-Mono
Diaphragm
0.6" / 15 mm
Orientation
End Address
Controls
Polar Pattern
Pad
No
Circuitry
Tube (EF732, 5840W)
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
135 dB
Sensitivity
16.5 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level
11 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output
1x XLR 7-Pin (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin (on Power Supply)
Cable Length
25' / 7.6 m
Power
Power Sources
External PSU
Physical
Color
White
Dimensions
ø: 0.83 x L: 5.51" / ø: 21 x L: 140 mm
Weight
4.09 oz / 116 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
25.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
25.5 x 24 x 11"

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