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ELA M 260 Stereo Set
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One of the industry's finest acoustic and classical recording tube mics
The matched Stereo Set comes in a custom locking flight case that carries both M801 cables, M761 shock mounts, microphones, wooden boxes, and an American-made dual-channel M960S power supply unit. This newly designed power supply is fully regulated and will power one or both microphones simultaneously, and features a slow-ramping heater voltage to ensure vacuum tube longevity. The ELA M 260 Stereo Set also features two sets of 3 interchangeable capsules: the TK60 cardioid, TK61 omni, and TK62 hypercardioid, so the user can have the flexibility to record their source material in any way they wish.
The microphones will also feature the same flint gray finish made popular by the R-F-T AR-51, so you will be able to know in an instant, which microphones are from your Stereo Set, and which are your individual ELA M 260 systems.
The ELA M 260 features an amplifier circuit based around a New Old Stock (NOS) EF-732 / 5840W vacuum tube and a custom output transformer that is wound to exacting specification in the United States. Each of these components is rigorously tested in our laboratory prior to installation, and hand-selected for matched pairs. The capsules have matched frequency responses, the tubes have matched gain and noise specs, and the amplifier circuits have matched gain and frequency response.
Stereo recording techniques include X/Y coincidental pairs with the microphones in cardioid, and A/B spaced pairs with either cardioid or omni-directional patterns. Using these techniques, or others, in conjunction with a pair of ELA M 260's will result in an ideal recording set up for string sections, acoustic guitar, drum overheads, or as room microphones.
The ELA M 260 Stereo Set offers the user the knowledge and comfort that the tools they are using will give identical responses for their most important stereo recording.
Features
Audio- Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
- Max SPL: 135 dB
- Connectivity: XLR
- Capsule: Condenser
- Pattern: Multi-pattern
- Type: Mounted
- Applications: Studio, stage, theatrical
- Phantom power required: Yes (48V)
- Length: 5.5" (140 mm)
- Width: .8125" (21 mm)
- Depth: .8125" (21 mm)
- Weight: 4.2 oz. (119 g)
- Case: Wooden box
- Clip: Shock mount
- Power supply: Yes
Order today and bring Telefunken quality into your stereo miking applications.
ELA M 260 Stereo Set Specifications:
- Type: Condenser Pressure Gradient
- Capsule: TK-60, TK-61, TK-62
- Frequency Range: 20Hz / 20kHz
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Hypercardioid
- Sensitivity: 16.5 mV/pa +/- 1 dB
- THD at 1kHz at 1Pa: <0.15%
- Output Impedance: <200 ohms
- Maximum SPL: 135dB
- Non Linear Distortion: (for 1% THD @ 1KHz) 120dB
- Self Noise: 11dBA
- Tube Type: EF732 / 5840W
- Power Type: Dedicated Power Supply
- Size: 5 1/2" (140mm) length x 13/16" (21mm) diameter
- Weight: 4.2 oz (119g)
- Powering Alternative: 960FS Battery Supply
- Supply Current: <1mA (120V) 135mA (6V)
- Connected Via: XLR-7 (F), XLR-3 (M) output
- Supplied Accessories: Power supply, cardioid capsule, omnidirectional capsule, hypercardioid capsule, wooden mic box, shock mount, 25' Accusound dual-shielded cable, windscreen, capsule case, cardboard case
- Free Standard Ground shipping (48 contiguous states, some overweight and Used/Vintage items excluded).
- Orders placed before 3 p.m. ET usually ship the same business day.
Every guitar or bass you purchase from Musician's Friend (electric or acoustic, New or Open Box) includes two years of protection from manufacturer defects.
Our Gear Advisers are available to guide you through your entire shopping experience. Call or Chat for expert advice and to hear the latest deals.