Specification Sheet

TLM 102
Technical Data
Acoustical operating Pressure gradient transducer Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%
2)
144 dB
Directional pattern Cardioid Maximum output voltage 13 dBU
Frequency range 20 Hz...20 kHz Dyn. range of the mic. amplifi er (A-weighted) 132 dB
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm 11 mV/Pa Supply voltage (P48, IEC 1938) 48 V ± 4 V
Rated impedance 50 ohms Current consumption (P48, IEC 1938) 3.5 mA
Rated load impedance 1 kohms Matching connector XLR3F
Equivalent noise level, CCIR
1)
21 dB Weight approx. approx. 210 g
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
1)
12 dB-A Diameter 52 mm
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR
1)
(rel. 94 dB SPL) 73 dB Length 116 mm
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted
1)
(rel. 94 dB SPL) 82 dB
1) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS 2) measured as equivalent el. input signal
Smart. Sweet. Powerful.
The TLM 102 defi nes a new generation of Neumann studio microphones. This applies
not only to the design of the microphone but also to the price.
The reduced overall size contributes to an exceptionally compact appearance, which
unites all of the typical design components of a Neumann microphone. The harmoni-
ous proportions and gleaming grille ring ensure that even at fi rst glance, the TLM 102
attracts attention.
The TLM 102 is impressive in terms of sound: In the interior is a newly developed
large-diaphragm capsule (cardioid) with a maximum sound pressure level of 144 dB,
which permits the recording of percussion, drums, amps and other very loud sound
sources, for example. Instruments that are not especially loud also benefi t from the
very fast transient response of the TLM 102. However its most important applications
are in the realm of vocals and speech; a slight boost above 6 kHz provides for excel-
lent presence of the voice in the overall mix. Up to 6 kHz the frequency response is
extremely linear, ensuring minimal coloration and a clearly defi ned bass range. The
capsule is elastically mounted for the suppression of structure-borne noise. A pop
screen integrated into the grille serves to suppress plosives in vocal and speech re-
cording.
Due to its price and fl exible fi eld of application, the TLM 102 is ideal for the home
recording and project studio sector, as well as for the broadcasting area, especially
when clear lines of sight to the speakers are a priority.
The TLM 102 is available in black and nickel, a stand mount is included.
Features
• Large-diaphragm microphone with
cardioid directional characteristic
(pressure gradient transducer)
• Compact, characteristic but smaller-
scale Neumann design
• Very high maximum
sound pressure level
• Slight presence boost above 6 kHz
• Transformerless circuitry
Application Hints
• Vocals and speech
• In particular, pickup of especially loud instruments:
Drums, percussion, wind instruments and amps
• Home recording, project and broadcasting studios
Order Information
TLM 102 .....................ni ...............................008626
TLM 102 bk ................blk ..............................008627
gemessen im freien Schallfeld nach IEC 60268-4
measured in free-fi eld conditions (IEC 60268-4)