Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
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Today i review the Neumann TLM193, a fantastic sounding neutral condenser microphone. This has a cardioid pattern, a self noise of 10dBA and a max SPL of 140dB. The sound of this is overall very neutral, with a bit of a recession in the presence and treble which helps tame some harsher frequencies without sounding too dull or dead. I found that this worked extremely well on every application I tried it on.
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RECORDING SETTINGS:
• Interface: Universal Audio X8
• Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHz
• Gain: 30dB
• Boosted in Post: +7dB
SPECS:
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Freq Response : 20Hz - 20khz
• Sensitivity: ~ -35dB
• Self Noise: 10dBA
• Max SPL: 140dB (with pad engaged)
• Impedance: 50-ohms
00:00 - Intro / Setup
00:34- What’s in the Box
00:53 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:19 - Specifications
01:29 - Polar Pattern Rotation Demo
01:48 - Plosive Test
02:06 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:29 - Background Noise Test
02:52 - Untreated Room Test
03:02 - Shock Rejection Test
03:23 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
03:35 - Outboard Preamp Demo
04:33 - Focusrite 18i20 Demo
05:33 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
05:52 - sE Electronics X1a Comparison
06:11 - Rode NT1 5th Gen Comparison
06:34 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
06:59 - Neumann TLM102 Comparison
07:27 - Telefunken TF11 Comparison
07:53 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
08:24 - AKG C414 XLS Comparison
09:00 - Austrian Audio OC818 Comparison
09:33 - Lewitt Pure Tube Comparison
10:11 - Neumann TLM107
10:45 - Soyuz Bomblet Comparison
11:16 - Neumann TLM49 Comparison
11:49 - Lauten FC387 Atlantis Comparison
12:25 - Gefell UMT70s Comparison
12:54 - Shure SM57 Comparison
13:25 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
14:07 - Neumann U67 Reissue Comparison
14:43 - Music Test
16:46 - Pros & Cons
18:38 - Overall Thoughts
20:41 - Recommendation
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Today i review the Neumann TLM193, a fantastic sounding neutral condenser microphone. This has a cardioid pattern, a self noise of 10dBA and a max SPL of 140dB. The sound of this is overall very neutral, with a bit of a recession in the presence and treble which helps tame some harsher frequencies without sounding too dull or dead. I found that this worked extremely well on every application I tried it on.
Buy Neumann TLM107 (Affiliate Links)
Amazon: geni.us/tlm193
Sweetwater: sweetwater.sjv.io/tlm193
B&H: bhpho.to/46fujf3
Buy the Focusrite 18i20 4th Gen - (Affiliate Links)
Amazon: geni.us/18i204th
Sweetwater: sweetwater.sjv.io/18i204th
B&H Photo: bhpho.to/3DLyvHf
Thomann: thmn.to/thoprod/596531
NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info check my FAQ page links below.
RECORDING SETTINGS:
• Interface: Universal Audio X8
• Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHz
• Gain: 30dB
• Boosted in Post: +7dB
SPECS:
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Freq Response : 20Hz - 20khz
• Sensitivity: ~ -35dB
• Self Noise: 10dBA
• Max SPL: 140dB (with pad engaged)
• Impedance: 50-ohms
00:00 - Intro / Setup
00:34- What’s in the Box
00:53 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:19 - Specifications
01:29 - Polar Pattern Rotation Demo
01:48 - Plosive Test
02:06 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:29 - Background Noise Test
02:52 - Untreated Room Test
03:02 - Shock Rejection Test
03:23 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
03:35 - Outboard Preamp Demo
04:33 - Focusrite 18i20 Demo
05:33 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
05:52 - sE Electronics X1a Comparison
06:11 - Rode NT1 5th Gen Comparison
06:34 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
06:59 - Neumann TLM102 Comparison
07:27 - Telefunken TF11 Comparison
07:53 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
08:24 - AKG C414 XLS Comparison
09:00 - Austrian Audio OC818 Comparison
09:33 - Lewitt Pure Tube Comparison
10:11 - Neumann TLM107
10:45 - Soyuz Bomblet Comparison
11:16 - Neumann TLM49 Comparison
11:49 - Lauten FC387 Atlantis Comparison
12:25 - Gefell UMT70s Comparison
12:54 - Shure SM57 Comparison
13:25 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
14:07 - Neumann U67 Reissue Comparison
14:43 - Music Test
16:46 - Pros & Cons
18:38 - Overall Thoughts
20:41 - Recommendation
Become a Patreon: patreon.com/podcastage
Become a Member: youtube.com/channel/UCvOU-zTlankT-JjN3ZzvuKA/join
Check Out This Stuff TOO:
Website: podcastage.com
Giveaways: podcastage.com/giveaways
Discord: podcastage.com/discord
Merch: podcastage.com/store
Company Relationship Disclosure: podcastage.com/disclosure
Personal: bandrewscott.com
My YouTube Setup: podcastage.com/studio
My Favorite XLR Mics: podcastage.com/rev/favxlr
My Favorite USB Mics: podcastage.com/rev/favusb
