Other Products ｜Neumann U87 Ai Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone (Studio Set, Nickel)

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

 
Overview

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.

Key Specs

Polar Pattern

Cardioid / Figure-8 / Omnidirectional

Element Type

Condenser

Controls

Polar Pattern, Pad, Low Cut/HPF

Frequency Response

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL

117 dB (Cardioid, 1 kHz, .5% THD)127 dB (Cardioid, 1 kHz, .5% THD, with Pad)

Analog Output

1x XLR 3-Pin Male

Power Sources

Phantom Power

Microphone

Polar Pattern

Cardioid / Figure-8 / Omnidirectional

Element Type

Condenser

Sound Field

Mono

Orientation

Side Address

Controls

Polar Pattern, Pad, Low Cut/HPF

Pad

-10 dB

Circuitry

Solid-State (FET)

Performance

Frequency Response

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL

117 dB (Cardioid, 1 kHz, .5% THD)127 dB (Cardioid, 1 kHz, .5% THD, with Pad)

Sensitivity

20 mV/Pa (Omni)28 mV/Pa (Cardioid)22 mV/Pa (Figure-8)

Equivalent Noise Level

15 dB (Omnidirectional, A-Weighted)12 dB (Cardioid, A-Weighted)14 dB (Figure-8, A-Weighted)26 dB (Omnidirectional, CCIR)23 dB (Cardioid, CCIR)25 dB (Figure-8, CCIR)

Connectivity

Analog Output

1x XLR 3-Pin Male

Power

Power Sources

Phantom Power

Operating Voltage

48 V (Phantom Power)

Physical

Color

Nickel

Dimensions

ø: 2.2 x L: 7.9" / ø: 5.6 x L: 20.1 cm

Weight

1.1 lb / 500 g

 
What's in the Box:

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

Neumann EA 87 Shockmount for U 87 Microphones (Nickel)

Wooden Box

Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Brand:NeumannSKU:U87AISETZTags:microphones, neumann, neumann tlm 102, tlm102, U87AISETZ