Neumann TLM49 Mic Review / Test
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Today I review a vintage inspired, mid forward mic from Neumann, the TLM49. This thing has a very controlled low-end, a bump in the upper mids, and a tame but clear top end. If you’re going for a mid-forward Neumann sound, this thing sounds great.
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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:30 - Setup
00:50 - What’s in the Box
01:07 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:47 - Specifications
02:12 - Polar Pattern Test
02:33 - Plosive Test
02:47 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:06 - Background Noise Test
03:22 - Untreated Room Test
03:36 - Mic Mount Bump Test
03:53 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:07 - High Quality Interface Test
05:17 - High Quality Preamp Test
06:22 - Intro to Comparison
07:00 - AKG P120 Comparison
07:35 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
08:02 - Lewitt LCT240 Comparison
08:42 - Rode NT1 Comparison
09:17 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
10:12 - Neumann TLM102 Copmarison
10:59 - Shure KSM44a Comparison
11:34 - Neumann TLM103 Copmarison
12:12 - Austrian Audio OC818 Comparison
13:07 - Blue Mouse Comparison
13:54 - Telefunken TF47 Comparison
14:50 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
15:49 - Music Test
16:59 - Pros & Cons
18:10 - Overall Thoughts
20:42 - Recommendation
22:23 - Outro
