At Musikmesse Frankfurt 2013, Telefunken Elektroakustik of South Windsor, Connecticut, USA, debuted the M82 dynamic cardioid microphone. Following the same design approach as Telefunken's other Dynamic Series microphones, the new M82 was created to provide a superior alternative to familiar kick drum large diaphragm dynamic microphones.
The M82's Kick EQ switch engages a passive filter that reduces some of the lower mid-range frequencies (centered around 350Hz) commonly cut when processing a kick drum. This helps to keep the kick drum from sounding 'boxy' and allows the low end to remain strong.
The High Boost switch tilts the upper mid-range and high frequencies (starting around 2kHz with a 6dB boost by 10kHz). For kick drum use, this allows for more beater attack when placed inside a kick drum. This gives the option of either a vintage-style kick drum sound, or a more modern sound. For a source such as vocals or guitar amps, the high boost provides further articulation and airiness in the upper register.
Though it was designed with the kick drum as a primary application, the equalizer switches make the M82 suited for a multitude of sources such as vocals, percussion, broadcast voice, guitar and bass amplifiers, organ, and brass instruments.
Construction wise, the M82 borrows heavily from the U47 body style by employing a headgrille of similar architecture. Finished in a durable smooth black finish on the headgrille and body, the M82 was thoroughly tested to ensure it could handle the rugged role of a kick drum microphone for both studio and live environments.
The Telefunken Elektroakustik M82 is delivered with a stand mount adapter and protective zipper case. An optional elastic suspension mount is available. |
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