Description
The Flea M 251 Vintage Tube microphone set is an exact replica of the ELA M 251. As standard, it is equipped with Tim Campbell’s CT12 capsule – a precise recreation of the CK12. The ELA M 251 also features a hand selected 6072 tube, Flea’s own identical clone of the T14/1 transformer. It is widely used in professional studios for lead vocals, acoustic instruments, and recordings that demand the highest sonic standards.
Modern Improvements:
- Gold-plated components: All crucial connecting pieces, plugs, and terminals are gold-plated to improve conductivity and reliability.
- Advanced cabling: Following the latest design improvements by Andreas Grosser, the microphone features reduced noise, further enhancing its already exceptional sound quality.
Flea M 251 Vintage Tube Specifications:
- Vintage Tube Microphone
- Exact Replica of the ELA M 251
- Capsules: Flea CK12 Capsule: A precise emulation of the CK12 capsule, known for its exacting sound reproduction.
- Transformer: T14/1 Transformer Clone: An identical replica of the original, ensuring the microphone retains the iconic sound of its predecessor.
- Tubes:
- Standard: 6072A Tube, carefully chosen for its contribution to the microphone’s tonal character.
- Upgrade Option: GE6072A or TAD6072 for an additional cost.
- Polar Patterns: Versatile with cardioid, figure-eight and omnidirectional options, accommodating a diverse range of recording scenarios.
- Ideal for vocals & acoustic instruments
- Gold-plated components
- Frequency Range: 20Hz – 20kHz
- Directional pattern cardioid | Omni | eight
- Sensitivity at 1kHz 18mV/Pa
- Rated impedance 200/50 Ohm
- Colours:
- Standard: “vintage” (RAL 7032)
- Optional: white
- Weight: 770g
- Also available in FET version
Telefunken ELA M 251, the origin:
- Neumann introduced the Neumann U47 to the market in 1947 and the Neumann U48 in 1949.
- Until the late 1950s, due to the post-war situation, Neumann used Telefunken’s international sales network to distribute its products outside Germany. As a result, microphones intended for export markets carried the Telefunken logo, while those sold within Germany retained the Neumann branding.
- In 1958, Neumann established its own international distribution network and ended its collaboration with Telefunken.
- At that point, Telefunken turned to AKG to develop a new microphone based on the AKG C12, resulting in the Telefunken ELA M 251.
