TF51
The TF51 is a fresh take on the “Austrian” microphone sound associated with the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E and C12. The TF51 continues this legacy, exhibiting a smooth midrange and airy top end, capturing every nuance in pleasant detail. This is a reliable first choice for stand out vocals, acoustic instruments, and percussion.

Circuit Design
This lifelike fidelity is created with high quality components based off these inspirations. The 6072A vacuum tube (also found in our ELA M 251E and C12) is mated with an edge-terminated style capsule similar to the historic CK12. The output transformer is a custom German-made Haufe transformer, the original manufacturer for TELEFUNKEN. This attention to detail gives the TF51 a beautifully open and smooth sonic profile.

Key Features:

    Open and detailed frequency response
    Airy and smooth top end, reminiscent of the ELA M 251E
    Balanced low end and natural mid range
    Hand assembled in the USA
    CK12-style capsule and Haufe transformer, similar to the C12 and 251E

Applications:

    Female vocals, Pop vocals
    Acoustic guitar
    Drum overheads
    Violin
    Mandolin
    Grand piano

Accessories
Every TF51 microphone system comes with a multi pattern M 903 Power Supply, M 803 Tube Microphone Cable, ZC03 Shell Case, M 703 Shock Mount, M 782 Stand Mount, and Microphone Sleeve.

Technical Specifications

    Type: Vacuum Tube Condenser
    Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
    Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
    Power Source: External Power Supply
    Capsule: TK51 Edge Terminated Large Diaphragm
    Tube: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik 6072a
    Transformer: Haufe T31
    Sensitivity: 19 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
    THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier): < 0.4%
    Output Impedance: < 300 O
    Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): 128 dB
    S/N Ratio: 86 dBA
    Self Noise (Amplifier): 8 dBA
    Dimensions: 200 mm L x 46 mm Dia
    Weight: 615 g
    Included Accessories: Tube Mic Cable, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Stand Mount, Mic Sleeve, Carrying Case