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TELEFUNKEN - ELAM-251E-ST - DIAMOND SERIE

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Référence : ELAM-251E-ST
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TELEFUNKEN - ELAM-251E-ST - DIAMOND SERIE - Stereo Set On peut dire que le micro produisant le plus joli son jamais réalisé est le Telefunken ELAM 250 / 251. Il a été vendu en deux variantes :
- l’ELAM 250E / 251E qui utilise une lampe 6072a,
- l’ELAM 250 / 251 qui utilise une lampe TELEFUNKEN AC-701
Ces microphones ont été construits pour satisfaire les standards radios nationaux allemands et autrichiens. Puis, progressivement, ces deux micros sont devenus des légendes dans l'industrie de l'enregistrement moderne. En 1947, Neumann GmbH commence par créer le U-47. De 1947 à 1958 TELEFUNKEN GmbH a utilisé son réseau établi de distribution mondiale pour les produits fabriqués par Neumann. Donc les micros fabriqués par Neumann ont été vendus sous le nom et le logo TELEFUNKEN.
En 1958, Neumann n’a pas souhaité renouveler le contrat de distribution. TELEFUNKEN s’est alors allié à AKG Acoustics pour créer une version AKG du ''U-47'' distribué une fois encore dans le réseau TELEFUNKEN. Ce microphone style « U-47 » fut connu sous le nom « ELAM 250 ». Comme les U-47, ce nouveau micro permettait la sélection de directivités (cardioïde et omnidirectionnelle) au niveau de la tête du microphone.
Au même moment, Neumann a également sorti son U-48 qui permettait l’utilisation cardioïde et bi-directionnelle.
C’est pourquoi Le TELEFUNKEN « ELAM 251 » a été un amalgame des deux avec la possibilité de trois directivités (cardioïde, bi-directionnelle et omnidirectionnelle). Le commutateur à la base de la capsule est la seule similitude entre les Neumann U-47 / U-48 et la série ELAM 250 / 251. La capsule CK12 du TELEFUNKEN ELAM 250 / 251 se caractérise par un bord fin et une technologie à gradient de pression (idem que le C-12 AKG). L'amplificateur dispose du même circuit que l'on retrouve dans le C-12 AKG avec une lampe GE 6072 et un transformateur de sortie Haufe de ratio de 14:1.
Un circuit avec une lampe TELEFUNKEN AC-701 a également été conçu pour répondre aux spécifications techniques des diffuseurs allemands et autrichiens au cours de la période de fabrication de ces microphones. Alors que le sélecteur de directivités du C-12 était dans un boitier de commutation externe relié à l'alimentation, l'ELAM 250 / 251 a supprimé ce rajout afin de minimiser les problèmes de longueur de câble et réduire le coût de ce boitier. Les ingénieurs / concepteurs d'AKG Acoustics ont également pensé à fabriquer un micro que l’on peut facilement réparer même en pleine séance avec un peu de connaissance, des bons outils et une bonne dextérité, ce qui est chose impossible avec un U47 ou un C12 très compliqués à entretenir et demandant de grosses connaissances en électronique. Pour l’ELAM 251E, il suffit de dévisser manuellement l'anneau sur la partie inférieure du corps et le tube du corps en métal sort juste en glissant (sans d’outils). Une fois le corps enlevé, la capsule ou l'amplificateur peut être remplacé en moins d'une minute, ce qui n’est pas négligeable lorsque l’on est en pleine prise de son avec un grand orchestre ! L'amplificateur de la série ELAM 250 / 251 est logé dans un boîtier en plastique moulé. La capsule est maintenue en place par deux broches métalliques qui vont jusqu'à l'extérieur du boîtier de l'amplificateur. En mettant en place ce système, n’importe quel élément essentiel peut être remplacé en quelques secondes et la session peut se poursuivre pendant que l'autre élément peut être envoyé à l'atelier technique.
Cette pratique s’est révélé être un atout majeur pour les diffuseurs car le temps c’est de l’argent et avec des musiciens présents dans des conditions de direct il n’y avait pas droit à l’erreur. Tout gain de temps réduisait les frais de la session et ajoutait à la qualité de la diffusion. Malheureusement pour TELEFUNKEN GmbH, cette facilité de remplacement s'est également avéré être un obstacle aux ventes en dehors du monde de l’enregistrement orchestral car les morceaux de plastique utilisés dans ces micros ajoutaient des coûts importants à la production. Ce coût supplémentaire le rendait nettement plus cher à l'époque que le U47 Neumann et le C12 AKG Acoustics, donc les structures privées n'ont pas adopté ces systèmes aussi facilement que TELEFUNKEN l’aurait voulu. On pense que moins de 3700 systèmes ELAM ont été construits de 1960 à 1965 date de fin de vente de ce micro. Aujourd'hui, les exemplaires originaux d’ELAM 250 / 251 et ELAM 250 E / 251 E sont devenus rares et très recherchés, ces véritables bijoux se vendent des dizaines de milliers de dollars sur le marché audio vintage.
Vous constaterez que la reproduction de TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik de ces micros de légendes, bien que plus chère que la plupart des micros modernes, reste fidèle à l'héritage de leurs ainées même quarante ans après. Aujourd’hui TELEFUNKEN Elektroakoustik a apporté une nouvelle évolution à ces légendes du son par la création de la capsule CK-13 qui peut s’adapter sur les ELAM 250 / 251 déjà en service et que l’on peut aussi retrouver sur l’ELAM 251 T disponible via le «custom shop». Caracteristique : Type Condensateur a gradient de Pression  Capsule CK12 – 1 pouce, double membrane en or  Gamme de Fréquences 20Hz / 20kHz  Directivités Cardioïde, Omni et Figure 8 (251/251E) / Cardioid et Omni (250/250E)  Sensibilité approx 1.2 mvolts per dyne / cm sq  Impédance 200 ohms stock / 50 ohms commutable  SPL 138 dB  Distorsion non linéaire inférieure ou égale à 0.5% à 100 dyne / cm sq Bruit 16 dB (a-weighted)  Lampe 6072a General Electric JAN twin triode (251E et 250E)
Reference : ELAM-251E-ST
Availability:  Available in supplier stock
Processing time:  Under 4 working days
Guaranty: 2 years by manufacturer
TELEFUNKEN - ELAM-251E-ST - DIAMOND SERIE - Stereo Set Arguably one of the most beautiful microphones ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E has been featured on countless hits and classic recordings over the decades. By virtue of its smooth, yet present and "open" sonic character, the ELA M 251E large diaphragm tube microphone is a true classic with very few rivals.
Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E includes an edge terminated, dual backplate CK12 capsule capable of cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional polar patterns, a New Old Stock 6072a vacuum tube and a Haufe 14:1 ratio output transformer (the same found in the AKG Acoustics GmbH C12). Each reissue is 100% true in every detail to the original [the parts are interchangeable with the 50+ year old originals], and will deliver the same sonically opulent response that made the ELA M 251E one of the world's most sought after recording tools.
Each ELA M 251E microphone system comes complete with M950E power supply, M850E 25' quad-shielded Accusound ACX-7 tube microphone cable, M750 elastic shock mount, FC50 locking flight case and WB50 wooden microphone box. HISTORY Arguably the most beautiful sounding microphone ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 250 / 251 was originally sold in two variations: the "ELA M 250E / 251E" version utilized a 6072a tube, while the "ELA M 250 / 251" version contained a TELEFUNKEN AC701 tube. The "no-suffix" microphones were built to satisfy the standardized requirements of the German and Austrian national broadcast systems. While both versions of these microphones have achieved legendary stature in the modern recording industry, the road to achieving this legendary status was far from instantaneous. In 1947 Neumann GmbH first built the U47 microphone. From 1947 to 1958 TELEFUNKEN GmbH used their established global distribution network for the products produced by Neumann GmbH, which were sold under the TELEFUNKEN name with a TELEFUNKEN logo badge. In 1958 when Neumann GmbH notified TELEFUNKEN GmbH that they had decided to not renew their distribution contract, TELEFUNKEN reached out to AKG Acoustics about the possibility of AKG creating a "U47-like" model for TELEFUNKEN to plug into their global distribution network. This U47-esque microphone was to be known as the ELA M 250. Like the U47 this new microphone featured the polar pattern selection (cardioid and omnidirectional) switch on the head of the microphone. Around 1958 Neumann GmbH also released their U48 microphone, which featured cardioid and bidirectional pattern selection. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251 was an amalgam of these two microphones as it was capable of switching between all three patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional). The switch housing at the base of the capsule assembly is where the similarity between the Neumann GmbH U47/48 and the ELA M 250 / 251 microphone series ends.
While the C12 accomplished pattern selection with an outboard switching device that was connected to the power supply, the ELA M 250 / 251 eliminated that addition to the system and minimized both the quantity of wires that had to run to the microphone as well as the expense of the external pattern selection box. The design engineers at AKG Acoustics also came up with another very handy feature, which was the capability to minimize the time necessary to accomplish "field repairs" of the microphone. Both the C12 and U47/48 microphones require a fair bit of knowledge, a steady hand, as well as a couple of screwdrivers to get to the internal workings of the mic In order to perform a "field repair" of the ELA M 251E, one simply needed to unscrew the base ring from the bottom of the mic and the metal body tube would slide right off (no tools necessary!!). Once the body tube was removed either the capsule or the amplifier could be replaced in under a minute, saving precious time during an expensive broadcast or orchestral recording session.
The amplifier in the ELA M 250 / 251 series is housed in a molded plastic enclosure. The capsule and head grill assembly is held in place by two metal struts that run up the exterior of the amplifier housing. By implementing this system, either of these critical components could be replaced in seconds and the session could continue while the faulty system element could be sent to the technical shop for in-depth repair. This convenience was something the broadcasters of the time found to be a major plus as they had thousands of dollars of musicians sitting around for the live music broadcasts of the day. Any time saved cut down on the expense of the session, and added to the quality of the broadcast. Unfortunately for TELEFUNKEN GmbH, these field replacement provisions also proved to be a sales impediment outside of the orchestral recording world as the plastic bits employed in these microphones added significant cost to the construction of the microphones. The added cost made them markedly more expensive at the time than the Neumann GmbH and AKG Acoustics GmbH products, thus the non-government owned facilities of the time did not adopt these systems as readily as TELEFUNKEN GmbH would have liked. It is thought that fewer than 3700 total original ELA M systems were built from 1960 to 1965 when TELEFUNKEN GmbH discontinued sales of the microphone. Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. Features : Type Condenser Pressure Gradient Capsule CK12 Frequency Range 20Hz / 20kHz Polar Pattern Cardioid & Omni and Figure 8 Sensitivity 17mV/pa +/- 1 dB THD at 1kHz at 1Pa <0.2% Output Impedance 200 ohms Maximum SPL 130 dB Non Linear Distortion Less than or equal to 0.5% at 100 dyne / cm sq Self Noise 9dBA Tube Type GE JAN 6072a Power Type Dedicated American-made power supply with slow-ramping filament voltage Size 8 1/2" (216mm) length x 2" (51mm) diameter Weight 20oz (567g), 34oz (960g) with swivel Supply Current <1mA, <150mA Connected Via Historic stand mount swivel, XLR-3 (M) output Supplied Accessories Locking flight case, power supply, wooden mic box, clasping shock mount, 25' Accusound quad-shielded cable with swivel connector
Referencia : ELAM-251E-ST
Availability:  Available in supplier stock
Processing time:  Under 4 working days
Guaranty: 2 years by manufacturer
TELEFUNKEN - ELAM-251E-ST - DIAMOND SERIE - Stereo Set Arguably one of the most beautiful microphones ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E has been featured on countless hits and classic recordings over the decades. By virtue of its smooth, yet present and "open" sonic character, the ELA M 251E large diaphragm tube microphone is a true classic with very few rivals.
Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E includes an edge terminated, dual backplate CK12 capsule capable of cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional polar patterns, a New Old Stock 6072a vacuum tube and a Haufe 14:1 ratio output transformer (the same found in the AKG Acoustics GmbH C12). Each reissue is 100% true in every detail to the original [the parts are interchangeable with the 50+ year old originals], and will deliver the same sonically opulent response that made the ELA M 251E one of the world's most sought after recording tools.
Each ELA M 251E microphone system comes complete with M950E power supply, M850E 25' quad-shielded Accusound ACX-7 tube microphone cable, M750 elastic shock mount, FC50 locking flight case and WB50 wooden microphone box. HISTORY Arguably the most beautiful sounding microphone ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 250 / 251 was originally sold in two variations: the "ELA M 250E / 251E" version utilized a 6072a tube, while the "ELA M 250 / 251" version contained a TELEFUNKEN AC701 tube. The "no-suffix" microphones were built to satisfy the standardized requirements of the German and Austrian national broadcast systems. While both versions of these microphones have achieved legendary stature in the modern recording industry, the road to achieving this legendary status was far from instantaneous. In 1947 Neumann GmbH first built the U47 microphone. From 1947 to 1958 TELEFUNKEN GmbH used their established global distribution network for the products produced by Neumann GmbH, which were sold under the TELEFUNKEN name with a TELEFUNKEN logo badge. In 1958 when Neumann GmbH notified TELEFUNKEN GmbH that they had decided to not renew their distribution contract, TELEFUNKEN reached out to AKG Acoustics about the possibility of AKG creating a "U47-like" model for TELEFUNKEN to plug into their global distribution network. This U47-esque microphone was to be known as the ELA M 250. Like the U47 this new microphone featured the polar pattern selection (cardioid and omnidirectional) switch on the head of the microphone. Around 1958 Neumann GmbH also released their U48 microphone, which featured cardioid and bidirectional pattern selection. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251 was an amalgam of these two microphones as it was capable of switching between all three patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional). The switch housing at the base of the capsule assembly is where the similarity between the Neumann GmbH U47/48 and the ELA M 250 / 251 microphone series ends.
While the C12 accomplished pattern selection with an outboard switching device that was connected to the power supply, the ELA M 250 / 251 eliminated that addition to the system and minimized both the quantity of wires that had to run to the microphone as well as the expense of the external pattern selection box. The design engineers at AKG Acoustics also came up with another very handy feature, which was the capability to minimize the time necessary to accomplish "field repairs" of the microphone. Both the C12 and U47/48 microphones require a fair bit of knowledge, a steady hand, as well as a couple of screwdrivers to get to the internal workings of the mic In order to perform a "field repair" of the ELA M 251E, one simply needed to unscrew the base ring from the bottom of the mic and the metal body tube would slide right off (no tools necessary!!). Once the body tube was removed either the capsule or the amplifier could be replaced in under a minute, saving precious time during an expensive broadcast or orchestral recording session.
The amplifier in the ELA M 250 / 251 series is housed in a molded plastic enclosure. The capsule and head grill assembly is held in place by two metal struts that run up the exterior of the amplifier housing. By implementing this system, either of these critical components could be replaced in seconds and the session could continue while the faulty system element could be sent to the technical shop for in-depth repair. This convenience was something the broadcasters of the time found to be a major plus as they had thousands of dollars of musicians sitting around for the live music broadcasts of the day. Any time saved cut down on the expense of the session, and added to the quality of the broadcast. Unfortunately for TELEFUNKEN GmbH, these field replacement provisions also proved to be a sales impediment outside of the orchestral recording world as the plastic bits employed in these microphones added significant cost to the construction of the microphones. The added cost made them markedly more expensive at the time than the Neumann GmbH and AKG Acoustics GmbH products, thus the non-government owned facilities of the time did not adopt these systems as readily as TELEFUNKEN GmbH would have liked. It is thought that fewer than 3700 total original ELA M systems were built from 1960 to 1965 when TELEFUNKEN GmbH discontinued sales of the microphone. Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. Features : Type Condenser Pressure Gradient Capsule CK12 Frequency Range 20Hz / 20kHz Polar Pattern Cardioid & Omni and Figure 8 Sensitivity 17mV/pa +/- 1 dB THD at 1kHz at 1Pa <0.2% Output Impedance 200 ohms Maximum SPL 130 dB Non Linear Distortion Less than or equal to 0.5% at 100 dyne / cm sq Self Noise 9dBA Tube Type GE JAN 6072a Power Type Dedicated American-made power supply with slow-ramping filament voltage Size 8 1/2" (216mm) length x 2" (51mm) diameter Weight 20oz (567g), 34oz (960g) with swivel Supply Current <1mA, <150mA Connected Via Historic stand mount swivel, XLR-3 (M) output Supplied Accessories Locking flight case, power supply, wooden mic box, clasping shock mount, 25' Accusound quad-shielded cable with swivel connector
Artikel-Nr : ELAM-251E-ST
Availability:  Available in supplier stock
Processing time:  Under 4 working days
Guaranty: 2 years by manufacturer
TELEFUNKEN - ELAM-251E-ST - DIAMOND SERIE - Stereo Set Arguably one of the most beautiful microphones ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E has been featured on countless hits and classic recordings over the decades. By virtue of its smooth, yet present and "open" sonic character, the ELA M 251E large diaphragm tube microphone is a true classic with very few rivals.
Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E includes an edge terminated, dual backplate CK12 capsule capable of cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional polar patterns, a New Old Stock 6072a vacuum tube and a Haufe 14:1 ratio output transformer (the same found in the AKG Acoustics GmbH C12). Each reissue is 100% true in every detail to the original [the parts are interchangeable with the 50+ year old originals], and will deliver the same sonically opulent response that made the ELA M 251E one of the world's most sought after recording tools.
Each ELA M 251E microphone system comes complete with M950E power supply, M850E 25' quad-shielded Accusound ACX-7 tube microphone cable, M750 elastic shock mount, FC50 locking flight case and WB50 wooden microphone box. HISTORY Arguably the most beautiful sounding microphone ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 250 / 251 was originally sold in two variations: the "ELA M 250E / 251E" version utilized a 6072a tube, while the "ELA M 250 / 251" version contained a TELEFUNKEN AC701 tube. The "no-suffix" microphones were built to satisfy the standardized requirements of the German and Austrian national broadcast systems. While both versions of these microphones have achieved legendary stature in the modern recording industry, the road to achieving this legendary status was far from instantaneous. In 1947 Neumann GmbH first built the U47 microphone. From 1947 to 1958 TELEFUNKEN GmbH used their established global distribution network for the products produced by Neumann GmbH, which were sold under the TELEFUNKEN name with a TELEFUNKEN logo badge. In 1958 when Neumann GmbH notified TELEFUNKEN GmbH that they had decided to not renew their distribution contract, TELEFUNKEN reached out to AKG Acoustics about the possibility of AKG creating a "U47-like" model for TELEFUNKEN to plug into their global distribution network. This U47-esque microphone was to be known as the ELA M 250. Like the U47 this new microphone featured the polar pattern selection (cardioid and omnidirectional) switch on the head of the microphone. Around 1958 Neumann GmbH also released their U48 microphone, which featured cardioid and bidirectional pattern selection. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251 was an amalgam of these two microphones as it was capable of switching between all three patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional). The switch housing at the base of the capsule assembly is where the similarity between the Neumann GmbH U47/48 and the ELA M 250 / 251 microphone series ends.
While the C12 accomplished pattern selection with an outboard switching device that was connected to the power supply, the ELA M 250 / 251 eliminated that addition to the system and minimized both the quantity of wires that had to run to the microphone as well as the expense of the external pattern selection box. The design engineers at AKG Acoustics also came up with another very handy feature, which was the capability to minimize the time necessary to accomplish "field repairs" of the microphone. Both the C12 and U47/48 microphones require a fair bit of knowledge, a steady hand, as well as a couple of screwdrivers to get to the internal workings of the mic In order to perform a "field repair" of the ELA M 251E, one simply needed to unscrew the base ring from the bottom of the mic and the metal body tube would slide right off (no tools necessary!!). Once the body tube was removed either the capsule or the amplifier could be replaced in under a minute, saving precious time during an expensive broadcast or orchestral recording session.
The amplifier in the ELA M 250 / 251 series is housed in a molded plastic enclosure. The capsule and head grill assembly is held in place by two metal struts that run up the exterior of the amplifier housing. By implementing this system, either of these critical components could be replaced in seconds and the session could continue while the faulty system element could be sent to the technical shop for in-depth repair. This convenience was something the broadcasters of the time found to be a major plus as they had thousands of dollars of musicians sitting around for the live music broadcasts of the day. Any time saved cut down on the expense of the session, and added to the quality of the broadcast. Unfortunately for TELEFUNKEN GmbH, these field replacement provisions also proved to be a sales impediment outside of the orchestral recording world as the plastic bits employed in these microphones added significant cost to the construction of the microphones. The added cost made them markedly more expensive at the time than the Neumann GmbH and AKG Acoustics GmbH products, thus the non-government owned facilities of the time did not adopt these systems as readily as TELEFUNKEN GmbH would have liked. It is thought that fewer than 3700 total original ELA M systems were built from 1960 to 1965 when TELEFUNKEN GmbH discontinued sales of the microphone. Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. Features : Type Condenser Pressure Gradient Capsule CK12 Frequency Range 20Hz / 20kHz Polar Pattern Cardioid & Omni and Figure 8 Sensitivity 17mV/pa +/- 1 dB THD at 1kHz at 1Pa <0.2% Output Impedance 200 ohms Maximum SPL 130 dB Non Linear Distortion Less than or equal to 0.5% at 100 dyne / cm sq Self Noise 9dBA Tube Type GE JAN 6072a Power Type Dedicated American-made power supply with slow-ramping filament voltage Size 8 1/2" (216mm) length x 2" (51mm) diameter Weight 20oz (567g), 34oz (960g) with swivel Supply Current <1mA, <150mA Connected Via Historic stand mount swivel, XLR-3 (M) output Supplied Accessories Locking flight case, power supply, wooden mic box, clasping shock mount, 25' Accusound quad-shielded cable with swivel connector
Riferimento : ELAM-251E-ST
Availability:  Available in supplier stock
Processing time:  Under 4 working days
Guaranty: 2 years by manufacturer
TELEFUNKEN - ELAM-251E-ST - DIAMOND SERIE - Stereo Set Arguably one of the most beautiful microphones ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E has been featured on countless hits and classic recordings over the decades. By virtue of its smooth, yet present and "open" sonic character, the ELA M 251E large diaphragm tube microphone is a true classic with very few rivals.
Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251E includes an edge terminated, dual backplate CK12 capsule capable of cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional polar patterns, a New Old Stock 6072a vacuum tube and a Haufe 14:1 ratio output transformer (the same found in the AKG Acoustics GmbH C12). Each reissue is 100% true in every detail to the original [the parts are interchangeable with the 50+ year old originals], and will deliver the same sonically opulent response that made the ELA M 251E one of the world's most sought after recording tools.
Each ELA M 251E microphone system comes complete with M950E power supply, M850E 25' quad-shielded Accusound ACX-7 tube microphone cable, M750 elastic shock mount, FC50 locking flight case and WB50 wooden microphone box. HISTORY Arguably the most beautiful sounding microphone ever produced, the TELEFUNKEN ELA M 250 / 251 was originally sold in two variations: the "ELA M 250E / 251E" version utilized a 6072a tube, while the "ELA M 250 / 251" version contained a TELEFUNKEN AC701 tube. The "no-suffix" microphones were built to satisfy the standardized requirements of the German and Austrian national broadcast systems. While both versions of these microphones have achieved legendary stature in the modern recording industry, the road to achieving this legendary status was far from instantaneous. In 1947 Neumann GmbH first built the U47 microphone. From 1947 to 1958 TELEFUNKEN GmbH used their established global distribution network for the products produced by Neumann GmbH, which were sold under the TELEFUNKEN name with a TELEFUNKEN logo badge. In 1958 when Neumann GmbH notified TELEFUNKEN GmbH that they had decided to not renew their distribution contract, TELEFUNKEN reached out to AKG Acoustics about the possibility of AKG creating a "U47-like" model for TELEFUNKEN to plug into their global distribution network. This U47-esque microphone was to be known as the ELA M 250. Like the U47 this new microphone featured the polar pattern selection (cardioid and omnidirectional) switch on the head of the microphone. Around 1958 Neumann GmbH also released their U48 microphone, which featured cardioid and bidirectional pattern selection. The TELEFUNKEN ELA M 251 was an amalgam of these two microphones as it was capable of switching between all three patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional). The switch housing at the base of the capsule assembly is where the similarity between the Neumann GmbH U47/48 and the ELA M 250 / 251 microphone series ends.
While the C12 accomplished pattern selection with an outboard switching device that was connected to the power supply, the ELA M 250 / 251 eliminated that addition to the system and minimized both the quantity of wires that had to run to the microphone as well as the expense of the external pattern selection box. The design engineers at AKG Acoustics also came up with another very handy feature, which was the capability to minimize the time necessary to accomplish "field repairs" of the microphone. Both the C12 and U47/48 microphones require a fair bit of knowledge, a steady hand, as well as a couple of screwdrivers to get to the internal workings of the mic In order to perform a "field repair" of the ELA M 251E, one simply needed to unscrew the base ring from the bottom of the mic and the metal body tube would slide right off (no tools necessary!!). Once the body tube was removed either the capsule or the amplifier could be replaced in under a minute, saving precious time during an expensive broadcast or orchestral recording session.
The amplifier in the ELA M 250 / 251 series is housed in a molded plastic enclosure. The capsule and head grill assembly is held in place by two metal struts that run up the exterior of the amplifier housing. By implementing this system, either of these critical components could be replaced in seconds and the session could continue while the faulty system element could be sent to the technical shop for in-depth repair. This convenience was something the broadcasters of the time found to be a major plus as they had thousands of dollars of musicians sitting around for the live music broadcasts of the day. Any time saved cut down on the expense of the session, and added to the quality of the broadcast. Unfortunately for TELEFUNKEN GmbH, these field replacement provisions also proved to be a sales impediment outside of the orchestral recording world as the plastic bits employed in these microphones added significant cost to the construction of the microphones. The added cost made them markedly more expensive at the time than the Neumann GmbH and AKG Acoustics GmbH products, thus the non-government owned facilities of the time did not adopt these systems as readily as TELEFUNKEN GmbH would have liked. It is thought that fewer than 3700 total original ELA M systems were built from 1960 to 1965 when TELEFUNKEN GmbH discontinued sales of the microphone. Today, prime examples of vintage ELA M 250 / 251 [both "E" and "non E"] microphones have become rare and highly sought after jewels, commanding tens of thousands of dollars on the vintage market. TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's historic recreations of the ELA M 251E exemplify the best qualities of the finest specimens of these legendary beasts, and while more expensive than most modern microphones, they are true to the heritage of their 50+ year old brethren. Features : Type Condenser Pressure Gradient Capsule CK12 Frequency Range 20Hz / 20kHz Polar Pattern Cardioid & Omni and Figure 8 Sensitivity 17mV/pa +/- 1 dB THD at 1kHz at 1Pa <0.2% Output Impedance 200 ohms Maximum SPL 130 dB Non Linear Distortion Less than or equal to 0.5% at 100 dyne / cm sq Self Noise 9dBA Tube Type GE JAN 6072a Power Type Dedicated American-made power supply with slow-ramping filament voltage Size 8 1/2" (216mm) length x 2" (51mm) diameter Weight 20oz (567g), 34oz (960g) with swivel Supply Current <1mA, <150mA Connected Via Historic stand mount swivel, XLR-3 (M) output Supplied Accessories Locking flight case, power supply, wooden mic box, clasping shock mount, 25' Accusound quad-shielded cable with swivel connector
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