NEUMANN BCM 104
January 2004—Neumann launched a new line of broadcast microphones with the BCM 104. The K 104 large-diaphragm condenser capsule used in the BCM 104 has a cardioid directional pattern with switchable proximity effect compensation, and includes a highpass filter that reduces frequencies below 100 Hz by 12 dB/octave. A second pre-attenuation switch reduces sensitivity by 14 dB to optimize for circuits designed for dynamic microphones. Both switches are internally mounted. Price: $999.

NEUMANN TLM 127
July 2003—Neumann's newest mic is based on its popular TLM 103, but features onboard switching for cardioid or omni polar pickup and a remote five-pattern switching option to be offered in the future. The mic also includes a switchable pad and low-cut filter, and includes an elastically suspended shockmount. The mic will handle 140dB SPL and has a noise spec of 7 dBA (DIN/IEC 651) or 18.5 dB (CIR 468-3). To read the review, click here.

NEUMANN 75-YEAR KICK-OFF
May 2003—Neumann celebrated its 75th anniversary at AES Amsterdam with a cool Sound Engineering Contest 2003 (the winner received a chrome-plated pair of M149 tube or Solution-D digital mics), debuted the BCM104—the first in a line of broadcast mics—and the TLM127, a mid-price studio mic. Shipping this summer, the TLM127 is a low-noise (7dBa), large-diaphragm, multipattern condenser with an onboard switch for cardioid or omni and a remote-pattern switching option to be offered in the future.

NEUMANN KK 105S WIRELESS CAPSULE
April 2003—Based on the award-winning Neumann KMS 105 handheld condenser microphone, the new Neumann KK 105-S capsule head was developed for use with the Sennheiser SKM 5000 wireless system. The KK 105-S true condenser head is backward-compatible with all existing SKM 5000 transmitters and is available in black or nickel finish. Like its predecessor, the KMS 105, the KK 105-S capsule has a unique multilayered grille assembly that eliminates popping and breath noise without sacrificing high-frequency clarity and transient detail.

NEUMANN M150 TUBE MIC
June 2001—Neumann is now shipping its M150 tube condenser microphone. Modeled on the vintage M50, the M150 shares its classic predecessor's unique omnidirectional characteristic but features lower self-noise (15 dBA), a light-weight titanium membrane and capsule for good transient response, and a transformerless tube amplifier based on the award-winning M149 tube mic. The 12mm titanium diaphragm delivers a smooth, extended frequency response, and the traditional capsule (a 40mm sphere) reproduces the M50's pickup pattern—circular at low frequencies and increasingly narrow up the spectrum. Specs include 119 dB of dynamic range and 134dB maximum SPL. The M150 is supplied with an elastic suspension bracket, power supply, mic cable and aluminum carrying case. Stereo pairs bearing consecutive serial numbers are also available.

NEUMANN TLM-103 MONOLITH
June 2001—Neumann has produced 500 limited-edition TLM103 “Monolith” microphones. Finished in a “piano black” glossy lacquer, the mics have been given serial numbers 20001 through 20499 and will only be available through authorized U.S. dealers.