SDC Series Microphone Product Manual ELA M 260 • M60
Series Overview The TELEFUNKEN Small Diaphragm Condenser Series features the vacuum tube-based ELA M 260 and the phantom-powered M60 FET microphones, both of which accept the thread-on TK6x Series capsules. Both amplifiers have their strengths, be it the ELA M 260’s natural warmth and clarity or the M60’s low self noise and ultra fast transient response. All assembly and testing of the Small Diaphragm Condenser Series occurs in TELEFUNKEN’s American facility.
ELA M 260 Tube One of the few small diaphragm tube microphones available today, the ELA M 260 is an absolute first choice for acoustic instrument recording. Everything from stringed instruments to drum overheads will benefit from the 260’s perfect combination of small diaphragm precision and classic tube warmth. Its tonality and detail when capturing acoustic instruments, especially strings, brass, woodwind and percussion, is unrivaled.
M60 FET The M60 is a re-interpretation of the classic phantom-powered pencil mic, featuring exceptional transient response and high SPL handling capabilities. Paired with its impressive clarity and subtle tonality, the M60 excels at capturing acoustic and percussive instruments both in the studio and on the stage. The M60 is hand-assembled in America using premium components and utilizes an ultra-clean, true class-A discrete circuit paired with an American-made transformer.
Recommended Stereo Configurations 17 cm ORTF: Use TK60 Cardioid capsules. Angle the two microphones 110 degrees apart with the capsules spaced 17 cm. ORTF is designed to mimic the placement of the human ears. A/B or Spaced Pair: Use TK60 Cardioid or TF61 Omnidirectional capsules. Position the two microphones parallel to each other. Recommended spacing is 60 cm, though spacing up to 3 meters can be used depending on the distance from the source, the environment, and the desired stereo width.
Warranty Product Registration TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik warrants that any capsules and tubes used in their microphones are free from defects in material and workmanship for the period of ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase, and agree to replace any capsule or tube which, under normal installation and use, disclose such defect.
