The Neumann TLM 103 is the ideal
large diaphragm microphone for all professional and semi-professional
applications requiring the utmost in sound quality on a limited budget.
By
utilizing the tried and true transformerless circuit found in numerous
Neumann microphones, the TLM 103 features yet unattained low self-noise
and the highest sound pressure level transmission. The capsule, derived
from that used in the U 87, has a cardioid pattern, is acoustically
well-balanced and provides extraordinary attenuation of signals from the
rear.
The TLM 103 is available in satin nickel and matte black.
Delivery includes an SG 1 metal swivel mount and a wooden jeweler's
box.
Applications Due to the universal cardioid
pattern, straightforward handling, extremely low self-noise level, and
finally, the price, the TLM 103 is predestined for all demanding
applications from home recording to professional broadcasting and
commercial recording studios.
Polar pattern The TLM
103 is equipped with a large diaphragm capsule with cardioid pattern. By
focusing on this pattern – used in most recording situations – the
attenuation of unwanted rear sound has been optimized. Off-axis sounds
are rendered naturally while isolation is increased. This also leads to a
high feedback suppression when the microphone is used in live
situations or where loudspeaker playback is a factor.
Acoustic features The
TLM 103 is addressed from the front, marked with the red Neumann logo
on the microphone body. The K 103 large diaphragm capsule is based on
the K 87, well known from the U 67 / U 87 microphones.The capsule has a
flat frequency response up to about 5 kHz, and above that, a wide flat 4
dB presence boost.
The large wire mesh headgrille protects the
capsule from plosive sounds and effectively prevents pop noises. These
characteristics are achieved without resorting to corrective resonance
effects.
Therefore, the microphone maintains an excellent
impulse response and reproduces the finest details of music and speech
without coloration.
Electrical features With just 7
dB-A / 17.5 dB CCIR the self-noise level of the TLM 103 is so reduced
that even the smallest signals are reproduced basically noise-free. As
it is capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 138 dB without
distortion, the TLM 103 provides a dynamic range of 131 dB, according to
DIN/IEC 651.The letters TLM stand for "transformerless microphone".
With TLM technology the usual output transformer is replaced by an
electronic circuit. As with traditional transformers, it ensures good
common mode rejection, and prevents RF interference that may influence
the balanced audio signal.
