Telefunken M81 Cherry Dynamic Microphone
The Telefunken M81 Cherry is a limited-edition version of the highly versatile M81 dynamic microphone, featuring a striking cherry wood-inspired finish with a chrome grille. This microphone brings Telefunken’s renowned audio performance together with a visually unique and warm aesthetic, perfect for musicians, vocalists, and content creators looking for both exceptional sound and an elegant visual presence.
Internally, the M81 Cherry offers the same superb performance as the original M81, including a low-mass diaphragm and custom-wound impedance-matching transformer that provide a smooth and natural frequency response. The M81 is known for its crisp highs, clear mids, and tight, controlled low end, making it ideal for vocals, snare drums, guitar amps, brass, and other high-output sources.
The M81 Cherry’s cardioid polar pattern ensures excellent rejection of off-axis sound and minimizes feedback, making it ideal for live performances and studio recordings. With its high SPL handling and low distortion, the M81 Cherry is built to handle loud environments without compromising clarity.
Hand-assembled in the USA using high-quality components, the Telefunken M81 Cherry offers a combination of premium sound, durable construction, and a visually distinctive look. Whether on stage or in the studio, this microphone provides professional-grade results with a natural, timeless aesthetic.
Key Features:
- Limited-edition cherry wood-inspired finish with chrome grille
- Dynamic microphone with neutral, transparent sound
- Low-mass diaphragm for extended frequency response
- Custom-wound transformer for balanced tone and high output
- Cardioid polar pattern for excellent off-axis rejection
- High SPL handling with low distortion
- Ideal for vocals, instruments, podcasting, and live performance
- Hand-built in the USA with premium materials
Ideal Applications:
- Live vocals and stage performance
- Studio recording (vocals, guitar amps, percussion)
- Podcasting, streaming, and voiceover
- Snare drums, toms, and brass instruments
- Content creation and professional audio setups
Technical Specifications:
- Type: Dynamic moving coil microphone
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 18 kHz
- Sensitivity: 1.35 mV/Pa
- Output Impedance: 200 ohms
- Maximum SPL: >135 dB
- Connector: 3-pin XLR
- Finish: Cherry wood-inspired body with chrome grille
- Dimensions: Length 184 mm x Diameter 48 mm
- Weight: 430 g
- Power Requirements: None (passive dynamic)
- Manufactured in: USA
The Telefunken M81 Cherry is a microphone that combines exceptional performance with a unique visual appeal. Whether you’re recording, performing live, or creating content, the M81 Cherry offers clarity, versatility, and elegance in one package.
