Neuman U47 FET Microphone – Ex-Display

Neuman U47 FET Microphone – Ex-Display

The Neuman U47 FET Microphone is back by popular demand! The Neuman U47 FET Microphone – Ex-Display has been kept in it’s case whilst on display. It has been connected to test. It is in mint condition.

Features:

• Exact reproduction of Neumann’s 1970s classic
• Same large diaphragm capsule as the legendary U 47
• FET electronics with large output transformer
• Extremely high SPL capability

Introduced in 1972 as a successor to the legendary U 47 tube microphone, the U 47 fet became a Neumann classic in its own right. Its smooth yet defined character shaped the sound of the 70s. After a long hiatus, the U 47 fet is finally available again, meticulously reproduced from the same components. A true classic, yet far from outdated.

THE SOUND OF THE SEVENTIES
“Smooth” is the word that best describes the sonic ideal of the seventies. The then new U 47 fet was very much part of that sound. Introduced in 1972, it soon became a studio favorite combining the refined sound balance of its tube predecessor with a new clarity and greater ease of use. Toward the mid-80s, as records became increasingly more strident, the smooth U 47 fet fell out of favor as a vocal microphone and was discontinued. Yet over the years top engineers discovered new applications for the U 47 fet in front of guitar cabinets and kick drums. Eventually, famous vocalists from boy group pop to heavy metal reestablished the U 47 fet as a versatile vocal microphone. So now, by popular demand, it’s back in production.

FAR FROM OUTDATED
The U 47 fet uses the same K 47 large diaphragm condenser capsule and the same headgrille design as its tube operated predecessor, the legendary U 47, which revolutionized the recording and broadcast industries from 1949 to1960. For sonic continuity, the U 47 fet also uses a similarly oversized output transformer. Otherwise, its transistorized head amplifier is an amazingly advanced design and a testament to Neumann’s state of the art engineering. This “vintage” microphone has a dynamic range of 119 dB!

The U 47 fet can handle extreme SPLs of up to 137 dB, and even 147 dB with the –10 dB pad switch engaged. This, along with its smooth top end and lush midrange, makes the U 47 fet an excellent microphone for bright and loud instruments such as brass and electric guitar. Due to its exceptionally clear and uncluttered low end, it is a great choice for upright bass and bass cabinets. Numerous top engineers consider U 47 fet the ultimate microphone to place in front of the kick drum. At the same time it is an excellent vocal mic for crooners and screamers alike, due to its beautifully balanced response with just a slight, unobtrusive boost in the upper mids for added presence in the mix.

The U 47 fet comes with a unique one-sided swivel mount, which makes it easy to position. Pad and low cut switches are accessible on the rear of the microphone. An additional switch next to the XLR socket allows for attenuating the output signal by 6 dB, which is a handy feature in conjunction with low-headroom vintage preamplifiers.

• Exact reproduction of the classic U 47 fet (1972-1986)
• Solid state successor of the legendary U 47 tube microphone
• Balanced sound with superb presence
• Cardioid pattern
• Large output transformer
• Low self-noise and enormous SPL capability

DELIVERY INFORMATION

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All we ask is that you return the items to us in the same condition that we supplied them to you. Please package the items up securely and safely so that they are not damaged during transit. Uuse the original delivery packaging where possible.

We strongly recommend using a recorded or tracked delivery service. Please send the return items to:
Returns, Raycom Ltd, Unit 8 Abbey Court Lane, Abbey Lane, Evesham, WR11 4BY

Returns Terms & Conditions:

Returns of an order for a refund or an exchange:

• Cost of return – The costs of returning goods to Raycom shall be borne by you, the customer, in all circumstances without exception, unless otherwise agreed upon with Raycom.
• Loss & damage – Return items must be packed suitably and insured against the event of loss in transit. Raycom Ltd will not be responsible for lost or damaged returned goods. Lost or damaged goods may effect the level of refund on equipment.
• Delivery costs – The original postage and packaging costs will not be refunded under any circumstances unless agreed with Raycom Ltd
• Upon receipt of the goods, to Raycom Ltd, and with prior arrangement, we will give you a full refund of the amount paid or an exchange credit as required and agreed

The right to return goods to us will not apply in the following circumstances:

• in the event that the product has been used, in any way, shape or form, other than limited useage when the goods are unpacked
• in the case of software, audio or visual products, where the packaging has been unsealed, broken or is incomplete
• to any products that we have made on special order and or customised specifically for you

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Cancelling an order:

In accordance with the distance selling regulations, any order with us can be cancelled before we have dispatched your items. In this instance we will refund you in full using the chosen payment method. Terms for our cancellation and returns policy.

If you wish to cancel your order:

• Notify us by email sales@raycom.co.uk before we have dispatched the goods to you, or
• where goods have already been dispatched to you, by returning goods to us in accordance with our returns policy

Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer

Directional Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Range: 40 Hz … 16 kHz

Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 8 mV/Pa = –42 dBV ± 1 dB

Rated Impedance: 150 ohms

Rated load impedance: 1 kohms

Equivalent noise level, CCIR: 25 dB

Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: 18 dB-A

Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 137 dB

Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation: 147 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL): 69 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted (re. 94 dB SPL): 76 dB

Maximum output voltage: -3.3 dBu

Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938): 48 V ± 4 V

Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938): 0.5 mA

Matching connector: XLR 3 F

Weight: 710 g

Diameter: 63 mm

Length: 160 mm