Telefunken Alchemy Series TF 29 Copperhead

TF29 Copperhead

The TF29 Copperhead is an evolution of the CU-29 Copperhead, an original TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik design that garnered fans for its natural and non-hyped tonality and unparalleled “quality for price”. The TF29 continues this reputation of outstanding sonic performance and value. It’s a workhorse microphone, accurately and honestly capturing vocals, acoustic and electric guitar, drums, and nearly any source put in front of it.

Circuit Design
The TF29 features a new old stock American-made 5654W vacuum tube, all-brass K67-style capsule, and a premium Swedish-made Lundahl output transformer. These components create a balanced frequency response and natural tonality, making the TF29 a trusty go-to choice.

Key Features
Designed and assembled by hand in the USA

Pleasant, natural mid range

Extended low frequency response

Stand out antique copper finish

Premium EU-made Lundahl transformer

Applications
• Natural vocals, bluegrass, folk, and Americana styles

• Electric guitar

• Drums: Kick Out, Overheads, & Room

• Saxophone

• Upright piano

• Banjo

Audio Comparison
Listen to the distinct voices of the Alchemy Microphone Series; the “”Copperhead”” sound of the TF29 and TF39, the “”German”” voiced TF47, and the “”Austrian”” voiced TF51. Compare the sonic characteristics of each voice on classic studio applications like drum overheads, guitar cabinets, and vocals.

Accessories

Every TF29 Copperhead microphone system comes with a fixed pattern M 902 Power Supply, M 803 Tube Microphone Cable, ZC03 Shell Case, M 703 Shock Mount, M 782 Stand Mount, and Microphone Sleeve.

Type:Condenser Pressure Gradient

Capsule:TK67S Center Terminated Diaphragm

Tube Type:5654W (New Old Stock)

Transformer:Lundahl LL 1935

Polar Pattern:Cardioid

Frequency Range:20Hz – 20kHz

Sensitivity:17mV/Pa

THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier):< 0.3%

Output Impedance:< 300 Ω

Maximum SPL (for 1% THD):130 dB

S/N Ratio:87 dBA

Self Noise (Amplifier):7 dBA

Dimensions/Size:200 mm L x 46 mm Dia

Weight:650 g

Current Draw from Mains:50 mA

Power Supply:M 902 PSU – 7 Pin Female XLR Input, 3 Pin Male XLR Output

Cable:M 803 – 7 Meter TELEFUNKEN Tube Microphone Cable, 7 Pin Male & Female XLRs

Shock Mount:M 703 – Shock Mount, M 782 – Stand Mount

Flight Case:ZC03 – Light Weight Carrying Case