Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
Neumann U 87 Ai Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
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Neumann U 87 Ai Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone (Nickel)

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SKU: U87AISETZ

The Neumann U 87 Ai is probably the most widely used and best known studio microphone worldwide. The sleek, polished tone is just as iconic as its elegant exterior. The U 87 Ai is normal voice and vocal microphone. Three polar patterns plus pad and low cutting options make it adaptable to a wide range of uses.

Key Features

  • Studio Standard for Vocals & Instruments
  • Cardioid, Omni & Figure-8 Polar Patterns
  • Dual-Diaphragm Condenser Capsule
  • Low-Noise FET Circuit
  • Transformer-Balanced Output
  • -10 dB Pad
  • Switchable Low-Cut Filter
  • Shockmount Reduces Vibration Noise
  • Includes Wooden Box
  • 48V Phantom Powered

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A definitive legend for decades, the nickel Neumann U 87 Ai Studio Set is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone offering the timeless and special sound that remains highly coveted for singers, voice-over artists, announcers, producers, and recording engineers to this day. By combining the same dual-diaphragm capsule design as the heralded U 67 with FET circuitry and a transformer-balanced output, the U 87 Ai retains the voicing that made the U 87 famous while ensuring low-noise performance and optimal signal purity.

The U 87 Ai’s dual-diaphragm capsule, which is elastically suspended, affords the selection of three polar patterns (omni, cardioid, and figure-8) to enhance versatility in the studio. Additionally, the mic provides a switchable -10 dB pad that allows it to capture SPLs up to 127 dB without distortion, and a low-cut filter for controlling buildup of low-frequency content. Whether it is used for broadcast, stage, or studio applications, the U 87 Ai presents the sought-after look, sound, and reputation of a true classic.

The Gold Standard

The Neumann U 87 Ai may be the best-known and most frequently used studio microphone the world over. Its smooth and refined sound is as iconic as its elegant exterior design. The U 87 Ai is the standard microphone for speech and vocals. Three polar patterns plus pad and low-cut options make it adaptable to a wide range of applications.

Omnipresent and Special

 

The Neumann U 87 Ai is a true legend. Introduced in 1967, it has shaped the sound of countless hit records for the past 50 years. And when those hits were announced on the radio, many a DJ sat before a U 87 Ai.

The U 87 Ai is the epitome of a large-diaphragm condenser microphone. Its tapered body and iconic design have become part of the collective consciousness—this is what a studio microphone looks like. The same is true of its sound; the U 87 Ai represents studio quality and has become the gold standard by which other microphones are measured.

What sets the U 87 Ai apart is its special combination of linearity and character. Although its on-axis frequency response is remarkably flat, it does exert certain charisma, making the U 87 Ai both versatile and instantly recognizable.

 

Classic Neumann Engineering

 

Technically speaking, the U 87 Ai is a traditional design whose timeless formula has remained unchanged for decades. The U 87 Ai uses the same dual-diaphragm condenser capsule design as its predecessor, the no less legendary U 67 of the early 1960s. Its head amplifier, too, is based on the same design principles as its tube-driven predecessor, but the U 87 Ai realizes them by means of an FET circuit with a minimal signal path and a transformer-balanced output, ensuring maximum signal integrity and high common mode rejection.

Versatile Applications

 

The result is a studio microphone of unmatched clarity. Its natural sound and midrange presence make the U 87 Ai the ultimate vocal microphone, praised by singers and engineers alike as well as the prime choice for speech applications, such as voice-over, dubbing, and audio books. Due to its balanced response in each of its three directional patterns, the U 87 Ai is also a versatile microphone for anything from acoustic guitar to drums overheads. Due to its solid bass response and excellent midrange detail, it is often seen in front of bass and guitar cabinets. For classical recordings, the U 87 Ai is frequently used as a spot mic for soloists, e.g. cello. A stereo pair of U 87 Ai mics is the preferred choice of many engineers for recording piano in virtually any genre from pop and jazz to classical music.

Features at a Glance

 

  • The world’s most famous studio microphone
  • Classic sound, instantly recognizable and versatile
  • Balanced frequency response
  • Elastically suspended dual-diaphragm capsule
  • Omni, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns
  • Switchable low-cut filter and -10 dB pad
  • Low self-noise
  • XLR 3-pin output
  • 48V phantom powered
  • Includes color-matched shockmount and wooden box
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Weight 5.495 lbs
Dimensions 11.55 × 11.5 × 6.75 in
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Neumann U87 Specs

Microphone
Operating Principle Pressure Gradient
Capsule Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
Pattern Selection Switched
Pad -10 dB
Performance
Frequency Range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL 117 dB SPL
Impedance 200 Ohms
Load Impedance 1000 Ohms
Sensitivity 28 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms
22 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms
20 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 71 dB CCIR
69 dB CCIR
68 dB CCIR
82 dB A-Weighted
80 dB A-Weighted
79 dB A-Weighted
Equivalent Noise Level 23 dB CCIR
25 dB CCIR
26 dB CCIR
12 dB A-Weighted
14 dB A-Weighted
15 dB A-Weighted
THD 0.5%
Connectivity
Output Connectors (Analog) 1 x XLR 3-Pin
Power
Operating Voltage 48 V ± 4 V
Operating Current Consumption 0.8 µA
Physical
Dimensions ø: 2.2 x L: 7.87″ / ø: 55.88 x L: 199.9 mm
Weight 1.1 lb / 500 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight 5.495 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 11.55 x 11.5 x 6.75″

In the Box

  • Neumann U 87 Ai Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone (Studio Set, Nickel)
  • Wooden Box
  • Limited 2-Year Warranty

In The Box

  • Neumann U 87 Ai Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone (Studio Set, Nickel)
  • Wooden Box
  • Limited 2-Year Warranty

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