Neumann TLM 193 Review
Cardioid Condenser Microphone
- Acoustical operating principle: pressure gradient transducer
- Directional pattern: cardioid
- Frequency range: 20Hz to 20kHz
- Sensitivity @ 1kHz into 1k ohms: 18mV/Pa
- Rated impedance: 50 ohms
- Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
- Equivalent SPL (CCIR 468-3): 21dB
- Equivalent SPL (DIN/IEC 651): 10dB (A )
- S/N ratio (CCIR 468-3) 73dB
- S/N ratio (DIN/IEC 651) 84dB
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No frills Neumann
Neumann TLM-193 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Baby Grand 424 on Guitar Center
I'm not gonna try to impress anyone with techno- head testimony or micro chip mumbo jumbo in describing this mic. It's more or less an entry level Neumann that would probably be purchased by someone who doesn't have a huge budget or a degree in physics, but wants that classic Neumann sound. So, I'll give it to ya in layman terminology - straight up. I've owned one of these mics for about ten years now, and have used it on just about every instrument under the sun (vocals too, of course) with great results. NO - you're not going to get a U87 sound from it, NO - you're not going to get a shock mount or pop filter with it (though you'll definitely need 'em), YES - you're gonna have to fiddle with EQ and preamplification to get an acceptable signal out of it. You're also gonna need phantom power to fire it up. The mic is extremely sensitive, like all Neumanns, and will pick up background noise with ease, so having a quiet, closed off area to record in is imperative. There are no pads or switches on the mic itself, so all of your adjustments will have to come from your preamps, EQs and recording consoles. I mention this because I can't recall ever setting the mic up and getting a great sound out of it without having to push buttons and twist knobs. Not to worry though, the TLM-193 is capable of some awesome copy once you've got it tweaked properly. It's a bit lacking in airiness, but that's easily remedied with the right equalization. I've actually heard it described as "dull sounding" - to me, dull is better than over-colored or frequency heavy - you could always touch it up to your taste with your signal processors. It's always better to have to add flavor rather than having to take it away as far as I'm concerned. There are many mics out there for less than half the price of the TLM-193 that could possibly hold a candle to it's performance, and some will say that these "lesser" microphones can actually out perform it. To me, it's all a matter of personal taste, and after all - it IS a Neumann. To each his own! Roland Pepin ... More
Smooth and Versatile
Neumann TLM-193 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by B.K. on Guitar Center
I've owned this mic for several years now. If you can only own one nice microphone, I'd recommend this one. It has that smooth-buttery Neumann sound. It is a darker mic than most of the line. It will breathe well through a nice preamp, I especially like it through the ADL600. I usually have to brighten up the mic during mixing, but it's not too bad. This mic EQ's well and sounds great. Very rich tone, great on vocalists that are bright. I've also used this mic on acoustic guitars, bass cabs, and electric cabs all to great results. Sweet mic at the price point, and a little easier to manage in a mix than the TLM103. ... More
Awesome mic
Neumann TLM 193 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by John Bonnell on B&H Photo Video
This is a great mic. The sound is almost impeccable. It is very much as they say, a vocal and general purpose mic. Solid build. Beautiful size.
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