Telefunken TF51 – Premium Tube Condenser Microphone
The Telefunken TF51 is a modern high-end tube condenser microphone inspired by two of the most iconic vocal mics in recording history: the AKG C12 and the ELA M 251E. Designed to deliver smooth, velvety mids and airy high-end detail, the TF51 is the perfect choice for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments with clarity, warmth, and elegance.
Part of Telefunken’s award-winning Alchemy Series, the TF51 carries forward the same design philosophy as their legendary Diamond Series microphones, using premium components like a German-made Haufe T14/1 output transformer (as used in the C12 and 251E), a New Old Stock ECC81/6072A tube, and a custom TK51D capsule.
Vintage Elegance, Modern Precision
The TF51 blends classic tone with modern reliability, offering an articulate midrange, extended top-end detail, and a tight low end. It excels on vocals, stringed instruments, piano, and drum overheads, delivering a balanced, musical sound that flatters any source. With its vintage-inspired circuit and updated components, the TF51 is ideal for engineers and producers seeking timeless tone in a modern studio tool.
Premium Components for Superior Sound
- TK51D Capsule – Edge-terminated diaphragm for smooth, open tonality
- German Haufe T14/1 Transformer – Legendary output transformer for musical character
- NOS 6072A (ECC81) Tube – Adds warmth, saturation, and headroom
- Custom M903 Power Supply – Select between cardioid, omni, and figure-8 polar patterns
Versatile Polar Patterns
Switch easily between cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 modes, giving you the flexibility to use the TF51 for solo vocals, room ambience, mid/side setups, or stereo techniques.
Technical Specifications
| Microphone Type: | Pressure Gradient Condenser |
| Capsule: | TK51 – Edge Terminated Diaphragm |
| Tube: | NOS 6072A (ECC81) |
| Transformer: | Custom Wound Haufe T14/1 |
| Polar Patterns: | Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8 |
| Frequency Range: | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity: | 19 mV/Pa |
| THD @ 1kHz / 1Pa: | < 0.4% |
| Output Impedance: | < 300 Ω |
| Max SPL (1% THD): | 128 dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio: | 86 dBA |
| Self-Noise: | 8 dBA |
| Dimensions: | 200 mm (L) x 46 mm (Diameter) |
| Weight: | 615 g |
| Current Draw: | 50 mA |
Included Accessories
- M 903 Power Supply Unit – 7-pin XLR input with 3-pin XLR output and polar pattern selector
- M 803 Tube Mic Cable – 7-meter premium TELEFUNKEN cable with 7-pin connectors
- M 703 Shock Mount and M 782 Stand Mount for stable positioning
- ZC03 Lightweight Carrying Case – For transport and protection
Why Choose the Telefunken TF51?
If you’re seeking a microphone with a classic tube sound, silky mids, and an airy high end, the Telefunken TF51 is your ideal choice. Designed with legendary mic heritage and modern reliability, the TF51 brings musicality, warmth, and transparency to any recording environment.
Vintage tone. Modern craftsmanship. Record with the Telefunken TF51.
