{"product_id":"neumann-u87-ai-black-159199","title":"U87 Ai Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA Legend Born in 1967, a Pillar of the Neumann Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1967, the U 87 established itself as a professional recording standard, becoming a mental image of the \"studio microphone\": a slender silhouette, iconic large grille, and a sonic signature present across decades of productions. The \u003cstrong\u003eU 87 Ai\u003c\/strong\u003e version continues this tradition with an approach faithful to Neumann's DNA: a dual-diaphragm capsule design inherited from the brand's flagship models, combined with modern, stable electronics designed for today's studio environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Microphone Designed for Vocals... and Much More\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Neumann U 87 Ai is often chosen as the \u003cstrong\u003eprimary vocal microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to its natural rendering and pronounced midrange presence, ideal for placing a voice at the center of the mix without harshness. It also excels in \u003cstrong\u003espoken voice\u003c\/strong\u003e applications (voice-over, dubbing, high-end podcasting, audiobooks) when articulation, depth, and coherence are sought, with an immediately \"pro\" texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts versatility goes far beyond: acoustic guitar, drum overheads, guitar and bass amps, classic spot miking (e.g., cello), and even piano in stereo pair. The three polar patterns allow optimizing the recording according to the room, source, and desired amount of ambiance, while maintaining a stable and balanced timbre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Classic Design Serving a Timeless Sonic Signature\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDual-Diaphragm Capsule and Pressure Gradient Transducer\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe U 87 Ai is a \u003cstrong\u003elarge-diaphragm condenser microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e based on a pressure gradient transducer and a dual-diaphragm capsule. This architecture contributes to its ability to combine \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled frequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003echaracter\u003c\/strong\u003e: a precise reproduction, yet never clinical, with that \"something\" that flatters the source and facilitates placement in a mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFET Electronics, Minimal Signal Path, and Transformer Output\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe head amplifier relies on a \u003cstrong\u003eFET circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e with a reduced signal path and a \u003cstrong\u003etransformer-balanced output\u003c\/strong\u003e. This approach aims for robust signal transmission, good interference rejection in studio environments, and stability that has greatly contributed to the model's reputation in demanding sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDynamic Control and Handling of Loud Sources\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh maximum SPL\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003epad\u003c\/strong\u003e allowing for greater headroom, the U 87 Ai can also be considered for powerful sources (amps, percussion, close miking), while maintaining detailed midrange reproduction. Paired with a good mic preamp, it becomes a reliable work tool, capable of transitioning from intimate vocals to more energetic takes without losing coherence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol 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