TELEFUNKEN U48 Stereo Set Tube Condenser Microphones Eith VF14K Tubes
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TELEFUNKEN U48 Stereo Set Tube Condenser Microphones Eith VF14K Tubes
Regular Price
$4,397.80
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$4,397.80
Regular Price
$21,989.00
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The TELEFUNKEN Diamond Series U48 Stereo Set brings the warmth and character of a vintage studio legend into your recording space. This stunning recreation of the U48 condenser mic used by The Beatles faithfully reproduces every nuance that made the original such a prized tool. With matched components and selectable polar patterns, the U48 Stereo Set delivers flawless imaging and immersive ambience capture for your most critical stereo recordings.
A Masterful, Meticulous Recreation
TELEFUNKEN spared no effort in recreating the magic of the vintage U48 condenser microphone. The same M7 capsule used in the original U48 anchors the design, along with a TELEFUNKEN BV8 output transformer and VF14K vacuum tube selected to precisely match vintage specifications. You'll experience the same larger-than-life presence and three-dimensional imaging that made the U48 one of George Martin's go-to mics for the Beatles' recordings. Whether for vocals, acoustic instruments or room ambience, these mics transport you back to that transcendent sound.
Hand-Matched Stereo Pair for Flawless Imaging
This matched stereo pair takes the guesswork out of stereo miking. Each microphone is meticulously tuned to its mate, with hand-selected components tested to ensure matched gain and frequency response between the pair. The result is seamless, coherent stereo imaging that captures the full spatial dimension of your sources. Switch between cardioid and bidirectional (figure-8) polar patterns to control room ambience and capture immersive atmospheric detail. With the U48's authoritative midrange and extended low end, even the subtlest nuances are reproduced with stunning realism.
Premium Components for Compelling Sound
At the heart of the U48 is TELEFUNKEN's custom-built M7 dual-diaphragm capsule, which uses a gold-sputtered membrane for rich harmonics and transient response. The BV8 output transformer features a premium Hausmüller core for maximum clarity and low self-noise. A hand-selected, NOS VF14K vacuum tube rounds out the signal chain, imparting the signature warmth and dimensionality that made the U48 a studio icon. From the nuanced inflections of a vocal take to the full bloom of a concert grand piano, the U48 captures every detail.
German Engineering Meets American Craftsmanship
Though inspired by its German roots, the TELEFUNKEN U48 Stereo Set is assembled in the USA with exceptional attention to detail. Each microphone is handbuilt, handwired and handtuned by expert technicians following the original manufacturing techniques. Premium components like a hand-built BV8 transformer and NOS TEEFUNKEN-branded vacuum tube imbue the U48 with its signature tone. The result is a microphone that captures the spirit of the original while benefiting from modern quality control.
Whether you're tracking the next platinum album or building a world-class studio from the ground up, the TELEFUNKEN Diamond Series U48 Stereo Set gives you access to the transcendent sound that has graced countless hit records. With meticulous German design and U.S. craftsmanship, this mic stereo pair is a studio investment you'll cherish for years to come. Experience it for yourself at your local Guitar Center store.
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