TESYTM013

SYTM-013

Telefunken

Engineered for accurate reproduction of acoustic instruments and vocals with pristine detail and warmth, the Telefunken ELA M 260 Master Set is a single, small-diaphragm tube condenser microphone inspired by the classic ELA M 260. Sporting cardioid (TK60), hypercardioid (TK62), and omnidirectional (TK61) capsules, this set is ideal for a wide range of studio applications.The microphone itself boasts a NOS 5840W vacuum tube, which complements the 0.6" diaphragm for an elegant blend of vintage tube warmth and precise, open-ended high frequencies, ideal for acoustic instruments. The maximum SPL handling of 135 dB allows the ELA M 260 to handle many different types of instruments, including drums and percussion. Designed and hand-assembled in the US with an American-made output transformer, this microphone is built to last decades of rigorous studio work. The ELA M 260 Master Set includes the three TK-series capsules, an external power supply, a 7-pin XLR cable, an elastic shockmount, a foam windscreen, and a zipper case for storage.A Rare Combination The ELA M is a rare combination of small-diaphragm condenser precision and vintage tube warmth. This makes the microphone ideal to handle situations that call for instruments with airy or open top ends while desiring a smooth, warm lower end that avoids both muddiness and harshness. The ELA M captures excellent clarity, tonality, and detail on most acoustic instruments.Ideal Applications The ELA M is ideal for use in studios when capturing a wide range of acoustic instruments, including:Acoustic guitarStringsBrassWoodwindsPercussionDrum overheadsThree Diverse Capsules With the included thread-on TK6x Series capsules, you can handle a wide range of recording scenarios. Use the TK60 cardioid capsule on single instruments, the TK62 hypercardioid capsule on instruments or sections that need tight isolation (like hi-hat cymbals), or the TK61 omni capsule for capturing room ambience or whole ensembles.