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Telefunken TF11 FET Studio Condenser Microphone

Original price $850.95 - Original price $895.00
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$850.95
New / Blue: $895.00
Open Box / Blue: $850.95
Current price $850.95
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Get the Classic Telefunken Sound with the Telefunken TF11 FET Studio Condenser Microphone

Blending an Austrian-inspired voicing similar to the legendary C12 with modern FET high performance, the phantom-powered TF11 exhibits a beautifully open and detailed frequency response with exceptionally fast transient response, high SPL handling, and low self-noise. The compact, cardioid only TF11 is versatile, portable, and dependable for all recording environments from home to studio to stage.

Circuit Design

The TF11 features a unique combination of circuit elements shared with other TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik designs. The CK12-style edge terminated capsule is a single membrane version of the capsule featured in the TF51. The amplifier is a unique proprietary take on the classic FET microphone amplifier similar to the M60, coupled with a custom large format nickel-iron core transformer made in the UK by OEP/Carnhill. Premium through-hole components include UK-made polystyrene film capacitors, Nichicon Fine Gold electrolytic capacitors, and a high-performance, ultra-low-noise JFET amplifier.


  • Cardioid polar pattern
  • Compact travel and budget friendly design
  • Open and detailed tone with fast transient response
  • Designed and assembled by hand in the USA
  • High SPL handling, low noise phantom-powered FET amplifier
  • CK12-style capsule and UK-made OEP/Carnhill transformer


SPECIFICATIONS

  • Type: FET Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
  • Power Source: +48V Phantom Power
  • Capsule: TK51S - Edge Terminated Large Diaphragm, Single Membrane
  • Tube: n/a
  • Transformer: OEP/Carnhill T218
  • Sensitivity: 14 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
  • THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier): < 0.01%
  • Output Impedance: 110 Ω
  • Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): > 135 dB
  • S/N Ratio: 90 dBA
  • Self Noise (Amplifier): 4 dBA
  • Dimensions: 175 mm L x 46 mm Dia
  • Weight: 545 g
  • Included Accessories: Shock Mount, Stand Mount, Mic Sleeve, Mic Case


Manufacturer: Telefunken Elektroakustik
Model: TF11 FET
SKU: I649036-1-WHXD


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