Neumann U 89 i | Multi Pattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (Nickel)

The U 89i is a versatile studio microphone designed for universal applications. Equipped with a dual-diaphragm capsule, the headgrille protects this essential component. Below the headgrille, a rotary switch allows the user to select from five different polar patterns, enabling the microphone to be easily adapted to various sound sources, whether large or spread wide apart, or those that need to be recorded from a greater distance.

The amplifier within the U 89i is capable of accepting sound pressure levels up to 134 dB without distortion, and this figure can be increased further to 140 dB. An additional rotary switch activates a filter that alters the low-frequency response, allowing the user to adjust the microphone's characteristics below either 80 Hz or 160 Hz.

As a variable large diaphragm microphone, the U 89i utilizes a pressure-gradient transducer with a double membrane capsule. This design provides the user with five directional characteristics: omnidirectional, wide-angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, and figure-8. This versatility makes the U 89i suitable for a wide range of recording situations, from capturing large sound sources to those that are spread out or require a greater distance between the microphone and the sound source.

The two-stage roll-off filter further enhances the U 89i's adaptability, enabling the user to tailor the microphone's response to the specific recording environment and sound requirements. This comprehensive feature set, combined with the precision engineering and exceptional build quality, makes the U 89i a highly versatile and reliable studio microphone suitable for a wide range of professional audio applications.

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