Applications:
In developing this model, the sound was developed through extensive field testing which helped make the TLM 49 ideal for vocal and speech recording. Nevertheless, it is also well suited as an instrument recording microphone for both professional studio productions and demanding home recordings.
Polar pattern:
The large-diaphragm capsule of the TLM 49 microphone gives it a cardioid characteristic with a supercardioid tendency thanks to the special capsule design. Using the M49 as an example, the high frequencies are more focused. Capsule size is 34mm.
The front panel of the microphone is highlighted with a red company logo. The capsule has a specific direction, so the word "Neumann" is where you look for the front
Acoustic properties:
The TLM 49 uses the famous K 47 capsule, which was also installed in the M 49 and U 47 microphones and has a linear frequency response up to the upper midrange. Above 2kHz there is a gentle boost in the 3dB range.
The capsule is closed in a large head made of metal mesh, acoustically highly tolerant and absolutely sound-neutral.
Technical characteristics:
The abbreviation TLM should be expanded to "transformerless microphone". Through the use of TLM technology, the conventional output transformer has been replaced by an electrical circuit.
As with conventional transformers, this circuit offers good common mode rejection and prevents HF interference that could affect the balanced audio signal.
The hum and noise of the balanced modulation line are effectively suppressed here. The microphone can work with a sound pressure of up to 129 dB without clipping and offers a dynamic range of 117 dB (corresponding to the frequency characteristic A).