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What tube is in a U47?
Accessories. Each U47 microphone comes complete with M 940H power supply, M840TH 25′ Sommer tube microphone cable, M740 shock mount, FC40 locking flight case and WB40 wooden microphone box.
Who uses U47?
The U47 was especially popular in US studios. Frank Sinatra owned his own U 47; Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, Tony Bennett and the Beatles also used it.
What is the Telefunken U47 used for?
Loaded with a dual-diaphragm capsule, the Telefunken U47 condenser microphone lets you choose from either cardioid or omnidirectional polar patterns. In addition to shaping the pickup area, these patterns also subtly change the sound of your mic, giving you the ability to fine tune your tone to best match your source.
What is a U47 good for?
The U47 FET became the go to microphone for electric bass, kick drums and double bass and, for many of us, it still is. Often put up as an afterthought, U47 FETs would frequently win vocal shoot outs, and they could be relied upon for electric and acoustic guitars, brass instruments and voiceover applications too.
Are tube mics good for vocals?
Many engineers and musicians feel that tube mics provide a warm, smooth sound with a rich low midrange that can be flattering to vocals — and, indeed, many are designed that way — but there are plenty of examples of tube mics that are clean and neutral sounding.
What capsule is in a U47?
Pill with imprint U47 U47 is Gray & Yellow, Capsule-shape and has been identified as Phentermine Hydrochloride 15 mg.
When was U47 released?
The Neumann U47 was introduced to the world at the Berliner Funkausstellung (Berlin Radio Show) in 1947. Yes, that’s where the “47” comes from! According to Vintage King, the “U” indicates that it uses a plug-in style amplifier tube. It was the very first microphone designed by Georg Neumann.
Why is Neumann so expensive?
These days, labor costs are a major factor, especially with products that are essentially handmade. Some competitors have outsourced their production to low wage countries, but Neumann microphones are still made in Germany by specially trained staff. It’s simply impossible to get the same quality at a lower cost.