Neumann M 149 – Tube Microphone with Shock Mount & Case

Flagship Tube Microphone with Legendary Warmth and Modern Detail

The Neumann M 149 Tube is a large diaphragm condenser microphone that fuses classic tube warmth with cutting-edge clarity. Based on the iconic M 49 design but updated for modern studios, the M 149 offers nine polar patterns, ultra-low self-noise, and a hand-selected EF86 pentode tube circuit, delivering the rich harmonic depth that top-tier engineers and artists demand for vocals, strings, piano, and orchestral recording.

Packaged with a custom EA 170 shock mount, high-end power supply, and rugged aluminum flight case, the M 149 is the ultimate microphone for flagship studio environments.

Classic Tube Warmth with Modern Precision

While honoring the legacy of its vintage predecessors, the M 149 boasts a transformerless output stage for cleaner signal paths and extended dynamic range. Its ultra-linear frequency response (20 Hz – 20 kHz) is complemented by a switchable high-pass filter (7 settings) and a built-in pad (attenuation up to -6 dB), making it capable of capturing everything from a whisper to loud brass sections.

With nine selectable polar patterns—including cardioid, omni, figure-8, and intermediate blends—you get flexibility for any mic placement scenario, from vocal booths to spaced stereo techniques.

Handcrafted in Germany with Elite Engineering

The M 149 is hand-built at Neumann’s Berlin facility using the highest-grade components, including a K 49 dual-diaphragm capsule and the carefully selected EF86 vacuum tube. Every unit is tested, calibrated, and tuned to exacting standards, ensuring consistency, reliability, and tonal purity across sessions.

Its ultra-low self-noise of 13 dB-A (remarkably low for a tube mic) makes it suitable for delicate recordings like classical strings, piano, or vocals without added coloration.

Neumann M 149 Tube Microphone Key Features

• Flagship large diaphragm tube condenser microphone

• Hand-selected EF86 tube for rich harmonic warmth

• Nine selectable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-8 + intermediates

• Ultra-low self-noise (13 dB-A) – ideal for high-resolution recording

• Transformerless output stage for clean, wide dynamic range

• Switchable high-pass filter with 7 settings (20 Hz to 160 Hz)

• Max SPL: 134 dB (140 dB with -6 dB pad)

• Includes EA 170 shock mount, power supply, 7-pin cable, and aluminum case

• Ideal for vocals, orchestral instruments, piano, room mics, and more

• Handcrafted in Germany

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