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product_id: 1779918
title: "TLM 103 Anniversary Edition"
brand: "neumann"
price: "€ 2517.68"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1779918-tlm-103-anniversary-edition
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region: Netherlands
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# Cardioid pattern for clear isolation Ultra low self-noise 131 dB sensitivity TLM 103 Anniversary Edition

**Brand:** neumann
**Price:** € 2517.68
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎤 Own the sound that defines studios worldwide.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** TLM 103 Anniversary Edition by neumann
- **How much does it cost?** € 2517.68 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1779918-tlm-103-anniversary-edition)

## Best For

- neumann enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted neumann brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged Elegance:** Includes a premium aluminum carrying case and shockmount to protect your investment and reduce handling noise.
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** Experience pristine sound with ultra low self-noise and 131 dB sensitivity, capturing every nuance flawlessly.
- • **Built for Professionals:** Phantom powered with transformerless circuitry, designed for demanding home studios and commercial use.
- • **Legendary Cardioid Capsule:** Derived from the iconic U87, it delivers exceptional rear sound rejection and natural off-axis response.
- • **Presence Boosted Performance:** Flat frequency response up to 5 kHz with a smooth 4 dB presence boost for vocal and instrument brilliance.

## Overview

The Neumann TLM 103 Anniversary Edition is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone renowned for its ultra low self-noise and high sensitivity (131 dB). Featuring a capsule inspired by the legendary U87, it offers exceptional sound isolation and a presence boost for clear, professional recordings. Phantom powered and housed in a durable aluminum case with a shockmount, it’s the ideal choice for home studios, broadcasters, and commercial recording environments seeking premium audio quality at a competitive price.

## Description

The TLM 103 is one of the standards for home recording and the music industry. It is the ideal large diaphragm microphone for all professional and semi-professional applications requiring the utmost in sound quality on a limited budget. By utilizing the tried and true transformerless circuit found in numerous Neumann microphones, the TLM 103 features ultra low self-noise coupled with high sound pressure level capability. The cardioid capsule, derived from the legendary U 87, is acoustically well-balanced and provides extraordinary attenuation of signals from the rear. Because of it's universal cardioid pattern, straightforward handling, extremely low self-noise level, the TLM 103 is an ideal choice for all demanding applications. This include home recording, professional broadcasting and commercial recording studios. The TLM 103 is equipped with a large diaphragm capsule with cardioid pattern. This pattern, used in most studio recording situations, attenuates unwanted rear sound while off-axis sounds are rendered naturally. This also leads to high feedback suppression for use in live situations or where loudspeaker playback is a factor. The TLM 103 is addressed from the front, marked with the red Neumann logo on the microphone body. The K 103 large capsule diaphragm is based on the K 87, well known from the legendary U 67 / U 87 microphones. It has has a flat frequency response up to about 5 kHz, and above that, a wide flat 4 dB presence boost. The large wire mesh headgrille protects the capsule from plosive sounds and effectively prevents pop noises. The TLM 103 is an excellent choice for versitlity, performanc and long-term value.

Review: Gorgeous - The famous U87 microphone is an industry standard for voice work. It has switchable pickup patterns because it has two capsules, and costs an arm and a leg. Neumann took one capsule (meaning it's now cardiod-only) and packaged it in this transformerless design, and it costs almost four times less. Not only does it have that gorgeous Neumann sound, and the look and feel of a serious studio mic, but the carry case is beautiful and rugged. Why get the anniversary edition? It's effectively about $50 off of the shock mount, and those puppies are more expensive than you'd think. If you're getting a mic like this you need a good mount anyway, or every tiny thump in the floor is going to be picked up.
Review: Forget the cost, EXPERIENCE THE QUALITY! - So, I'm a voice over actor. I produce voice overs for clients all over the world, not just the USA. I've been working with AKG brand mics for the last 10 years. I have landed plenty of jobs with those mics, however, THIS, right here, is a HUGE game changer. I didn't know I was lacking LOTS of midrange with my AKG vs this Neumann TLM 103. I am extremely excited to rock this mic for the next 10, 12 years.

## Features

- Large-diaphragm Cardioid Microphone with Aluminum Carrying Case
- Shockmount

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002H0S4O |
| Audio Sensitivity | 131 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | #77,185 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #746 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (91) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Department | music, instruments, instrument accessories |
| Frequency Response | 5 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00615104085084, 00615104085091 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 7.7 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 16.15 x 14.1 x 6.55 inches |
| Item model number | TLM 103 MONO SET |
| Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
| Material | Nickel |
| Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Power Source | Phantom Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 16.15 x 14.1 x 6.55 inches |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 87 dB |
| UPC | 639476315341 615104085084 615104084308 615104085091 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Neumann
- **Color:** Nickel
- **Compatible Devices:** Headphone, Laptop, Personal Computer
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Included Components:** Shockmount, Briefcase
- **Model Name:** TLM 103-MT-Set
- **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Singing, Streaming
- **Special Feature:** Stand

## Images

![TLM 103 Anniversary Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IY7gLYLaL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: is there a difference between the (Mono Set) and the ones that are black going for $1099.95 on amazon?**
A: This one has an original Neumann Shockmount and a case. The one for $1099 does not include a case and has an aftermarket shockmount.

**Q: Does it have a low cut switch?**
A: No it does not

**Q: Does this set include the thread adapter for the shock mount?**
A: Good day, and thank you for your question.  The EA 1 has a swivel mount with a 5/8"-27 female thread, plus a thread adapter to connect to 1/2"- and 3/8" stands.  Hopefully this helps, and have a good afternoon.

**Q: Hi,  do i need a soundproof room to record with this mic?  can i use some type of shield?  thanks!**
A: This mic is great with any room. I do have a nice shield that i bought as well. It's call reflection filter pro which is worth $250 if you want that as well just throw an extra $100 and you can have that as well. But it pics up sound really well

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gorgeous
*by C***D on January 20, 2014*

The famous U87 microphone is an industry standard for voice work. It has switchable pickup patterns because it has two capsules, and costs an arm and a leg. Neumann took one capsule (meaning it's now cardiod-only) and packaged it in this transformerless design, and it costs almost four times less. Not only does it have that gorgeous Neumann sound, and the look and feel of a serious studio mic, but the carry case is beautiful and rugged. Why get the anniversary edition? It's effectively about $50 off of the shock mount, and those puppies are more expensive than you'd think. If you're getting a mic like this you need a good mount anyway, or every tiny thump in the floor is going to be picked up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Forget the cost, EXPERIENCE THE QUALITY!
*by B***Y on January 17, 2021*

So, I'm a voice over actor. I produce voice overs for clients all over the world, not just the USA. I've been working with AKG brand mics for the last 10 years. I have landed plenty of jobs with those mics, however, THIS, right here, is a HUGE game changer. I didn't know I was lacking LOTS of midrange with my AKG vs this Neumann TLM 103. I am extremely excited to rock this mic for the next 10, 12 years.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost to good...
*by L***2 on January 24, 2019*

I love this Mic for recording rap and pop vocals, but be extremely careful on how your using it with your home studio setup. Its almost to sensitive. You can literally hear birds chirping outside and the sound of the air circulating in the room. Can be a good thing or a bad thing, as long as you make sure you plan ahead and make the correct setting adjustments and use a high pass filter. Some great plug ins that can help with that as well. Also, make sure this is the right mic for you in terms of the type of vocals you plan on recording. I use it for pop and rap vocals, which to me sound great, but others have advised against.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Neumann TLM 103 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (Mono Set, Nickel)
- Stedman Corporation Proscreen XL - Black

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*Last updated: 2026-03-16*