U48

A historically accurate recreation of the legendary U47 variant, the U48 features bidirectional (figure 8) capability, as well as cardioid.

$9,995.00$19,990.00

U48

A historically accurate recreation of the legendary U47 variant, the U48 features bidirectional (figure 8) capability, as well as cardioid.

$9,995.00$19,990.00

U48

The U48, a historically accurate U47 variant, features Figure-8 instead of Omnidirectional as its secondary polar pattern and is easily distinguishable by its red polar pattern logo.

Features

  • Classic punchy, mid-forward sound with pleasing bite 
  • Legendary extended low frequency response 
  • Cardioid and Figure 8 polar pattern selection 
  • US-made historically accurate M7 center-terminated capsule 
  • TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik VF14K vacuum tube 
  • Point-to-point wired in the USA true to the original design 
  • Includes American-made vintage-compatible cable and fully regulated power supply 

Technical Specifications

Type: Vacuum Tube Condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure-8
Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
Power Source: External Power Supply
Capsule: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik M7 – Center Terminated Large Diaphragm
Tube: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik VF14K
Transformer: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik BV8
Sensitivity: 24.5 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier): < 0.3%
Output Impedance: 200 Ω
Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): 127 dB
S/N Ratio: 85 dBA
Self Noise (Amplifier): 9 dBA
Dimensions: 240 mm L x 60 mm Dia
Weight: 620 g
Included Accessories: Tube Mic Cable, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Wooden Box, Flight Case

Frequency Response

Samples

Configuration Options

U48

Single microphone system

Each system includes:

  • U48 Microphone
  • M 940H Power Supply
  • M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cable – 10m
  • M 740 Shock Mount
  • FC40 Locking Flight Case
  • WB40 Wooden Microphone Box

U48 Stereo Set

A frequency and gain matched pair of microphones with dual power supply 

Each system includes: 

  • (2x) Matched U48 Microphones 
  • M 940HS Power Supply 
  • (2x) M 840TH Sommer Tube Microphone Cables 10m
  • (2x) M 740 Shock Mounts 
  • FC40S Locking Flight Case 
  • (2x) WB40 Wooden Microphone Boxes