A perfect large-diaphragm microphone with outstanding sound characteristics

• was developed in cooperation with the Northwest German Broadcasting (NWDR) – patented 1949
• first microphone with remote-controlled variable polar pattern
• stylish housing design
• M7 capsule, AC701k tube, BV-11 output transformer
• equally popular in pop, jazz and classical music
• amazing proximity effect which gives the voice an unbelievable intimacy
• very warm and round sound
• manufacturing period: 1951-1974

Favourite applications: terrific vocal mic! Prominent users: Aretha Franklin, Barbra Streisand, Miriam Makeba, Simon & Garfunkel, Tony Bennett, Adele, Nancy Sinatra, Norah Jones. Also perfect for piano/grand piano, upright bass, acoustic guitar, cello, horns (Miles Davis) etc.