Telefunken Alchemy Series TF 47

TF47

The TF47 is a new design based on the “German” sound, drawing inspiration from the historic U47 and M49. With a deep low end and a forward midrange, the TF47 is excellent for adding depth and presence to any source. These characteristics make it especially ideal for recording vocals, guitar amps, and drums.

Circuit Design
At the heart of the TF47 is an all-brass K47-style capsule, new old stock 5840W vacuum tube, and custom-made historically accurate BV8 transformer (as found in the U47). These components deliver a warm and punchy sound reminiscent of the U47 with a pleasant top end articulation that sits perfect in a mix.

Key Features
Forward mid-range, reminiscent of the U47

Smooth and detailed top end

Full and round low end

Hand assembled in the USA

K47-style capsule and BV8 transformer, similar to the U47

Applications
R&B, rap or aggressive vocals, female soul vocals

Upright bass

Toms and kick out

Trombone

Cello

Percussion

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 TF47 microphone system comes with a multi pattern M 903 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:TK47 Center Terminated Diaphragm

Tube Type:5840W (New Old Stock)

Transformer:Custom Wound TELEFUNKEN BV8

Polar Pattern:Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8

Frequency Range:20Hz – 20kHz

Sensitivity:22 mV/Pa

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

Output Impedance:< 300 Ω

Maximum SPL (for 1% THD):125 dB

S/N Ratio:84 dBA

Self Noise (Amplifier):10 dBA

Dimensions/Size:200 mm L x 46 mm Dia

Weight:710 g

Current Draw from Mains:50 mA

Power Supply:M 903 PSU – 7 Pin Female XLR Input, 3 Pin Male XLR Output, Polar Pattern Selector

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