"The Neumann TLM 103 large-diaphragm cardioid condenser mic boasts a capsule drawn from the U 87 and transformerless circuitry — not to mention classic Neumann sound! The TLM 103 is a great mic for any pro or project studio use and, due to its minimal self-noise, it's been used for classical recordings with a wide dynamic range, sampling (especially for very low amplitude sources), and Foley work. This mic is also robust enough for the live stage, as Jack White has employed the TLM 103 to mic amps in live situations. Cardioid pattern to limit bleed The cardioid TLM 103 utilizes a tried-and-true transformerless circuit found in high-end Neumann microphones to achieve its otherwise unattainable low self-noise and the highest sound pressure level transmission possible. By focusing on this pattern — used in most recording situations — the attenuation of unwanted rear sound has been optimized. Off-axis sounds are rendered Large-diaphragm Cardioid Microphone in Wooden Jeweler's Box with 20Hz-20kHz Frequency Range Date First Available: May 11, 2010 Compatible Devices: Speaker Unit Count: 1.0 Count Microphone Form Factor: microphone only Power Source: Corded Electric Included Components: Microphone UPC: 642892786299 615104084308 ASIN: B00AAO3FQ2 Material Type: Wooden,Nickel,Satin Product Dimensions: 10.12 x 4.8 x 3.9 inches; 2.49 Pounds Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 138 dB Color Name: Nickel Number of Channels: 1 Polar Pattern: Unidirectional Item Height: 9.9 centimeters Connector Type: XLR Manufacturer: Neumann Built-In Media: Microphone Enclosure Material: Wooden,Nickel,Satin Frequency Response: 20 KHz Audio Sensitivity: 7 dB Special Feature: Stand Model Name: TLM103 Item dimensions L x W x H: 10.12 x 4.8 x 3.9 inches Color: Nickel Item model number: 8430-OLD Material: Wooden,Nickel,Satin Model Number: 8430-OLD Brand: Sennheiser Noise Level: 7 dB Audible Noise: 7 dB Item Dimensions: 10.12 x 4.8 x 3.9 inches Item Weight: 1129 Grams Connectivity Technology: XLR"