Neumann U67

The Return of a Studio Icon

Launched in 1960 as the successor to the legendary U 47, the Neumann U 67 established itself as a new studio standard thanks to its versatility and a sound character that is both smooth and present. This reissue preserves the philosophy and engineering of the era, from the K 67 capsule to the tube circuit and dedicated power supply, to recapture the sonic DNA that shaped decades of recordings.

For Whom and For What?

Designed for demanding engineers, producers, and studios seeking a high-end "Swiss Army knife" microphone, the U 67 excels on vocals, string ensembles, brass, overheads, ambiences, and amps. Its midrange handling, silky high end, and controlled low end make it a "desert island" choice for creating consistent and musical takes in any context.

Key Features Serving the Sound

The U 67 combines a large diaphragm with the K 67 capsule featuring a pressure gradient transducer. The tube circuit benefits from pre-emphasis/de-emphasis processing that reduces noise while preserving a natural high-frequency response. The high-pass filter effectively compensates for proximity effect in close miking, while the pad protects the signal chain from intense sources without sacrificing the harmonic texture typical of tube microphones.

Immediate Versatility

The three switchable polar patterns allow adaptation of the capture to the room and source: omni for an open image, cardioid for isolation and presence, figure-eight for duo recordings or Mid/Side technique. With an extended frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz and a comfortable headroom, the U 67 maintains its natural sound where other microphones tend to harden.

Technical specifications

Frequency response - start	20 Hz	Capsule	Large Diaphragm
Frequency response - end	20 kHz	Connection	XLR
Category	studio microphone	Color	Grey
Directivity	omnidirectional, cardioid, bidirectional

Type	Large diaphragm tube microphone	Nominal impedance	200 Ohms
Acoustic operating principle	pressure gradient transducer	Nominal load impedance	1 kOhm
Switchable directional characteristics	omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-eight	Dimensions	200 x 56 mm (length x diameter)
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	Weight	560 g
Maximum sound pressure level	124 dB with total harmonic distortion under 0.5% with attenuator engaged