Technically speaking, the U 87 Ai is a traditional design whose timeless formula has remained unchanged for decades. The U 87 Ai uses the same dual diaphragm condenser capsule …

Originally introduced in 1967, a version of the U 87 is still produced by Georg Neumann GmbH. The U 87 became an industry standard recording microphone, a reputation that continues to …

Jul 18, 2004 · Introduced in 1967, the U 87 gained instant favor with engineers, producers, and their clients; by the mid-'70s, it was a staple in every world-class recording studio. And it still is. …

Apr 25, 2025 · We tested the Neumann U87 to see if it still leads in 2025. Discover its sound, features, and whether it's worth the legendary status and price.

A definitive legend for decades, the nickel Neumann U 87 Ai is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone offering the timeless and special sound that remains highly coveted for singers, …

It retained the K67-style capsule of the U67, but replaced the tube amplifier circuit with a FET/transformer design. In short, the U87 was a tripolar FET condenser with a transformer …

Technically speaking, the U 87 Ai is a traditional design whose timeless formula has remained unchanged for decades. The U 87 Ai uses the same dual diaphragm condenser capsule …

The Neumann U87, one of the first FET microphones, has been in continuous production since 1967, making it the world's oldest condenser mic still on sale today. From the very start, it ran …

Dec 7, 2014 · When you're striving for fidelity, clarity, and authoritative presence, the U 87 Ai — with its ruler-flat midrange and gentle presence boost — is your go-to mic. We all need vocals …

The Neumann U 87 is a side-address solid state condenser microphone with switchable polar patterns. You can choose between cardioid, omni-directional and figure-of-eight polar patterns …