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Neumann reissue the fabulous M49 mic

Published on 01/09/2022

Introduced in 1951, the Neumann M 49 revolutionized studio technology with its continuously variable, remote-switchable polar pattern and, of course, with its incomparably full, silky sound, which has made its mark on countless recordings to this day.

The M 49 V is what many have been eagerly waiting for: a reissue according to original specifications.

The objective itself was grand: in the early 1950s, a reference microphone was developed in cooperation with the Nordwestdeutscher Rundfunk (Northwest German Broadcasting) that was to replace all previous ones.

Neumann M 49 V in its handmade case
Neumann M 49 V in its handmade case

With its balanced frequency response in all directional patterns from omnidirectional to cardioid to figure-8, including intermediate settings, the M 49 is a truly universal microphone.

Countless legendary recordings from cool jazz to present day pop bear its elegant sound signature. The M 49 is an inseparable part of the Neumann DNA.

At last, the legend is available again! The M 49 V is a reissue of the last revision c.

The M 49 V uses the same circuit as the M 49 c, but with an even lower noise subminiature tube.

So, definitely, with the new M49V you get:

  • Reissue of the legendary M 49 with detail improvements
  • Superb vocal microphone for male and female voices
  • Versatile microphone for all types of instruments
  • Classic tube circuit with output transformer
  • Continuously variable polar pattern, remote controlled
  • Made to original specifications using archived documentation
  • Handmade and hand soldered in Germany
  • Handmade vintage case manufactured in Germany

Further information can be found at the Neumann’s M49V site.

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