Condenser microphone transformater output.
Capsule of U87 (LA studio reference).
Single cardioid directivity
No general mitigating
No high-pass filter
No supension original livery
Excellent sensitivity
(For more information see the test Audiofanzine)

OVERALL OPINION

I use this mic for about a year mainly for making voice together with a tube amp ART TUBE.
What strikes me first is the big sound obtained immediately without correction. Grain and a great mid-bass presence effect without distortion, like a large magnifying glass over the sound.
No overflow in the treble, the vocals are always very well mastered.
It is the quality offered to Pro Home Studios.
The unique Directivity Cadio not too troublesome for working in a Home Studio.
Pop filter needed.
For use in a room large enough (12 M2 mini cab abstain)
This is the best condenser microphone, or electret that I have never used for singing (I always use or have used the Audio Technica 4033, RODE NT2, AKG C535 EB).

I do not understand how can Neumann can sell this excellent microphone without its suspension (there are elastically effective and inexpensive suspensions, see one of NT2)

The protection box is beautiful but wooden hinges and lock closure are a little cheap. A suitcase-type flight case might have been preferable.

The value is good considering the quality of the gear ...