{"product_id":"telefunken-tf51-matched-pair-alchemy-series-tube-condenser-microphones-stereo-microphone-sets","title":"TELEFUNKEN TF51 Matched Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#1A1A2A;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:4px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:16.5px;color:#0D1B3E;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTELEFUNKEN TF51 Matched Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e is two complete TF51 large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone systems from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's Alchemy Series, frequency and gain matched, each with its own M 903 power supply, cable, mounts, sleeve and ZC03 case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eEach TF51 delivers a fresh take on the classic \"Austrian\" tube sound: a smooth midrange, a balanced low end and an airy, open top end. Capsules, tubes and transformers are hand-selected and tested for matched gain and frequency response. Because each microphone has its own power supply and case, TELEFUNKEN points out that a matched pair can be split and used independently: two separate systems with identical response, at separate locations, with the same performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 18px;width:100%;max-width:100%;table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eMaximum SPL (1% THD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e128 dB SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eSelf‑noise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e8 dBA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e19 mV\/Pa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eFrequency and gain matched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e2 x TF51\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo frequency and gain matched TF51 microphones\u003c\/strong\u003e for identical left and right channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapsules, tubes and transformers hand-selected and tested\u003c\/strong\u003e for matched gain and frequency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTK51 edge-terminated capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e and TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik 6072A vacuum tube in each microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8\u003c\/strong\u003e on both microphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e128 dB SPL maximum level\u003c\/strong\u003e and 8 dBA self-noise per microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo complete systems\u003c\/strong\u003e, each with its own M 903 power supply, M 803 cable and ZC03 case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be split\u003c\/strong\u003e and used independently with identical response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and hand assembled in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eSound character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe TF51 carries forward the \"Austrian\" microphone sound that TELEFUNKEN is closely associated with. Its smooth midrange and airy top end bring out detail and space, while a balanced low end keeps the sound natural. TELEFUNKEN describes the result as open, smooth and lifelike, a character that suits stereo pictures of acoustic instruments, strings, piano and drum overheads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eCapsule, tube and transformer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eEach TF51 is built around the TK51 edge-terminated large-diaphragm capsule, a TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik 6072A vacuum tube that is tested, burned in and screened by TELEFUNKEN, and a custom German-made output transformer (T31). Each microphone delivers 8 dBA self-noise, 86 dBA signal-to-noise ratio and 128 dB SPL maximum level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eMatched for stereo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eAll the electronic components in each pair are matched sonically and electronically, including the capsules, transformers and vacuum tubes. Both microphones are tested for matched gain and frequency response, giving you the confidence that the left and right channels will respond identically in coincident, near-coincident and spaced stereo techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eTwo power supplies, cables and mounts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eEach microphone comes with its own \u003cstrong\u003eM 903 multi-pattern power supply with 3-position pattern switch\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed and assembled in the USA with premium-quality capacitors, improved regulation and RF suppression, switchable for 115V or 230V mains. Each connects through its own \u003cstrong\u003eM 803\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 m 7-pin tube microphone cable, with high-purity copper conductors, low capacitance and a dense copper braid shield. Each M 903 has an on-board 3-position switch for cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8, so the pattern of each microphone is set independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eRecommended applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eTELEFUNKEN recommends the TF51 for vocals, acoustic guitar, violin, drum overheads, grand piano, mandolin and percussion. As a matched pair, it is ready for the stereo side of that list: drum overheads and room, piano, acoustic guitar, strings, choirs and ensembles, and any source where a stable, detailed stereo image matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eDesigned and hand assembled in the USA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe Alchemy Series is designed, hand built and tested in Connecticut, USA, in the same facility as TELEFUNKEN's Diamond Series, by a small, dedicated team of engineers and technicians. Each microphone is individually tested and listened to, with hand-plugged circuit boards, which keeps tolerances extremely tight from one microphone to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eWhat's in the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThis product is the TF51 Matched Pair: two complete, matched TF51 systems, each with its own M 903 power supply, M 803 cable, M 703 shock mount, M 782 stand mount, MS01 sleeve and ZC03 case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x TELEFUNKEN TF51 microphones, frequency and gain matched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x M 903 multi-pattern power supply with 3-position pattern switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eMains power cable for each power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x M 803 tube microphone cables, 7 m (7-pin XLR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x M 703 elastic shock mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x M 782 stand mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x MS01 microphone sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e2 x ZC03 lightweight zipper carrying cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 14px;padding:10px 14px;background:#F5F7F9;border-left:3px solid #006D77;font-size:14px;color:#1A1A2A;\"\u003eTELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik warranty: 90 days on the capsule and tube and one year parts and labour on the amplifier and power supply. Register the microphones at TELEFUNKEN to extend this to one year on the capsule and tube and four years on the amplifier and power supply. Alchemy Series warranties are fully transferable between owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eTELEFUNKEN TF51 Matched Pair: frequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between a Matched Pair and a Stereo Set?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eBoth contain two frequency and gain matched microphones, two tube microphone cables, two shock mounts and two stand mounts. The Matched Pair has two individual power supplies and two zipper cases; the Stereo Set has one dual power supply and a locking hard-shell case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eCan the two microphones be used separately?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eYes. TELEFUNKEN notes that matched pairs can be split and used independently: two completely separate systems with identical response, even at separate locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eDoes the pair need phantom power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eNo. Each microphone is powered by its own included M 903 power supply. Connect each power supply's XLR output to your preamp with a standard 3-pin microphone cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eHow long should the microphones warm up?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eTELEFUNKEN recommends letting each system warm up for 10 minutes after switching on the power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eIs a TF51 Stereo Set available?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eYes, the TELEFUNKEN TF51 Stereo Set is listed as a separate product at Shivansh Electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhere can I buy the TELEFUNKEN TF51 Matched Pair in India?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe TELEFUNKEN TF51 Matched Pair is available from \u003cstrong\u003eShivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India\u003c\/strong\u003e, with delivery across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shivansh Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67944786526575,"sku":"TELEFUNKEN-TF51-Matched-Pair","price":686900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/4766\/0399\/files\/TELEFUNKEN-TF51-MATCHED-PAIR-TUBE-CONDENSER-MICROPHONES-STEREO-MICROPHONE-SETS-SHIVANSH-ELECTRONICS-1.webp?v=1793329215","url":"https:\/\/shivanshelectronics.in\/products\/telefunken-tf51-matched-pair-alchemy-series-tube-condenser-microphones-stereo-microphone-sets","provider":"Shivansh Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}