From TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik
TF17 FET
The TF17 is the newest voice in the Alchemy Series and the latest offering of Telefunken’s vintage-inspired phantom-powered condenser microphones. Combining an iconic mid-forward “German” voicing with modern FET technology, the TF17 is sonically bold with a punchy transient response, high SPL handling, and very low self-noise. Its extended low frequency response, strong midrange, and a smooth top end benefit sources including voice, drums, electric guitar, and piano. Designed with all recording environments in mind, the fixed true cardioid TF17 is perfect for home, studio, or stage. The TF17 features a K47-style center-terminated capsule, premium through-hole components and a UK-made OEP/Carnhill transformer with a high-grade nickel-iron core.
Circuit Design
The TF11 features a unique combination of circuit elements shared with other TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik designs. The K47-style center terminated capsule is a single membrane version of the capsule featured in the TF47. Its high-performance, hand-tuned, ultra-low-noise JFET amplification stage is coupled to a custom nickel-iron-core transformer made in the UK by OEP/Carnhill. Other premium components include UK-made polystyrene film capacitors and Nichicon Fine Gold electrolytic capacitors.
FEATURES
- Bold and forward tone with punchy transient response
- Compact size suitable for all recording environments
- Fixed true cardioid polar pattern with K47-style capsule
- High SPL handling, low noise phantom-powered FET amplifier
- UK-made OEP/Carnhill transformer with high grade nickel-iron core
- Designed and assembled by hand in the USA
- Recommended Applications: Vocals, Drums & Percussion, Electric Guitar, Live Sound
- Type
- FET Condenser
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency Range
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
- Power Source
- +48V Phantom Power
- Capsule
- TK47S – Center Terminated Large Diaphragm, Single Membrane
- Transformer
- OEP/Carnhill T217
- Sensitivity
- 12 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
- THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier)
- 0.01%
- Output Impedance
- < 200 Ω
- Maximum SPL (for 1% THD)
- > 135 dB
- S/N Ratio
- 91 dBA
- Self Noise (Amplifier)
- 3 dBA
- Dimensions
- 175 mm L x 46 mm Dia
- Weight
- 545 g
- Included Accessories
- Shock Mount, Stand Mount, Mic Sleeve, Mic Case
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