Telefunken SDC Series User manual

SDC Series
Microphone Product Manual
ELA M 260 •M60

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Series Overview Capsule Specications
TK6x Series interchangeable capsules feature a 15 mm diameter, 6-micron gold-sputtered membrane. They
are designed to easily thread on and o the amplier body. All TK6x Series capsules are held to a strict ± 1 dB
sensitivity tolerance and individually tested and matched by frequency response in TELEFUNKEN’s American
facility.
Additional capsules are available for purchase through the TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik webstore:
www.t-funk.com/shop
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
ampliers 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. Depending on the system conguration, dierent capsule combinations will
be included. Please see the System Specications for more information. Additional capsules and accessories
are available for purchase directly from TELEFUNKEN. TK60 Cardioid: Flat from 150 Hz to 7 kHz with a presence
peak at 8 kHz, ideal for drum overheads, acoustic guitar,
and other acoustic instruments.
TK61 Omnidirectional: Flat from 20 Hz to 5 kHz with
a presence peak at 8 kHz. Use with SD40 diuse eld
spheres to make the upper midrange frequencies more
directional.
TK62 Hypercardioid: Flat from 150 Hz to 3 kHz with a dip
at 6 kHz and a presence peak at 8 kHz, excellent for cym-
bals, percussion, and as a stereo pair for live performance
recording.
Specication ELA M 260 M60 FET
Amplier Type Tube (5840W) FET
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ±3 dB 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ±3 dB
Power Source External Power Supply +48V Phantom Power
Transformer TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik T60 TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik T61CT
Sensitivity 19.5 mV/Pa, ±1 dB 10 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
THD at 1 kHz, 1 Pa < 0.15% < 0.01%
Output Impedance 200 Ω 120 Ω
Maximum SPL 135 dB > 135 dB
S/N Ratio 83 dBA 89 dBA
Self-Noise 11 dBA 5 dBA
Dimensions 140 mm x 20 mm 140 mm x 20 mm
Weight 116 g 110 g

ELA M 260 Tube ELA M 260 System Congurations
One of the few small diaphragm tube microphones available today, the
ELA M 260 is an absolute rst choice for acoustic instrument recording.
Everything from stringed instruments to drum overheads will benet 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. Hand-
assembled in America, the ELA M 260 features a NOS 5840W vacuum tube,
premium through hole components and an American-made transformer.
Safety Warning: Vacuum tube microphones, their associated power supplies, and their cables carry
potentially harmful voltages. Make sure all connections are made before powering on your microphone system.
Do not open your microphone or power supply while it’s connected to mains power and powered on. If your
microphone stops working, turn it o and visit www.t-funk.com/repairs for information on repairing your
product.
Quick Start Guide
1. Attach the included shock mount onto a microphone stand.
2. Push the microphone through both sets of elastics of the mount.
3. Plug the included 7-pin tube microphone cable into the microphone
then into the power supply.
4. Make sure the power supply is set to the correct mains voltage (115V
or 230V). Plug the included power cable into the power supply, then into
mains power.
5. Connect a standard 3-pin microphone cable (not included) to the power
supply and then to your microphone preamplier input.
6. Turn on the power supply. Let the system warm up for 10 minutes
before use.
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System Cardioid Master Stereo Master
Stereo
Master
Tri-Mono
TK60 Cardioid Capsule X X 2X 2X 3X
TK61 Omni Capsule X 2X 3X
TK62 Hyper Capsule X2X 3X
M 963 Tri Power Supply X
M 960S Dual Power Supply X X
M 902 Power Supply X X
M 860 Tube Microphone Cable X X 2X 2X 3X
M 761 Shock Mount X X 2X 2X 3X
ZC60 Zipper Case X X
FC60S Flight Case X X
FC60T Flight Case X
SD40 Diusion Sphere 3X
WS20 Windscreen X X 2X 2X 3X

M60 FET
The M60 is a re-interpretation of the classic phantom-powered pencil mic,
featuring exceptional transient response and high SPL handling capabili-
ties. 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 compo-
nents and utilizes an ultra-clean, true class-A discrete circuit paired with
an American-made transformer. Its unique circuit topology captures a wide
frequency range, which means life-like capturing of most sources.
Quick Start Guide
1. Attach the included shock mount onto a microphone stand.
2. Push the microphone through both sets of elastics of the mount.
3. Plug the included SGMC-5R 3-pin XLR cable into the microphone then
into your microphone preamplier input.
4. Apply +48V phantom power from your microphone preamplier. Allow
the microphone 15 seconds to power up before use.
M60 System Congurations
Operating Conditions
Because the M60 is a phantom-powered microphone, a +48V source is necessary for operation. Phantom
power is provided through most mixers, consoles, and preampliers as a standard feature. Please note that
the microphone should be muted when engaging phantom power, as it can produce a loud pop as it turns on.
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System M60 M61 M62 Master Stereo Master
Stereo
Omni
Tri-Mono
Deluxe
Tri-Mono
TK60 Cardioid Capsule X X 2X 2X 3X
TK61 Omni Capsule X X 2X 3X 3X
TK62 Hyper Capsule X X 2X
M 761 Shock Mount X X X X 2X 2X 3X 3X
SGMC-5R XLR Cable X X X X 2X 2X 3X 3X
ZC61 Zipper Case X X X X
ZC62 Dual Zipper Case X X
ZC63 Tri Zipper Case X X
WS20 Windscreen X X X X 2X 2X 3X 3X

Recommended Stereo Congurations
Decca Tree: Use TK61 Omnidirectional capsules
with SD40 diuse eld spheres. Position the Left
and Right microphones 2 meters apart, with the
Center microphone 1.5 meters in front. Distances
can be adjusted but should not be less than 1.5
meters. The Left and Right microphones can be
angled outwards up to 90 degrees.
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.
XY: Use TK60 Cardioid or TK62 Hypercardioid capsules. Angle
the two microphones 90 degrees apart with the center of the
capsules directly over each other. The capsules should be as
close as possible without touching. This technique will sound
more direct than other techniques listed and should always be
phase coherent.
Tips:
1. Remember to check for phase cancellation!
2. Cardioid capsules will lose low end with distance, while Omnidirectional capsules will retain low frequency
information.
3. Omnidirectional capsules will pick up more ambient noise, so Cardioid and Hypercardioid capsules are
recommended for less than ideal recording environments.
110°
17 cm
60 cm
90°
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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. This is
provided that the complete microphone is delivered to TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik intact for examination and
provided that such examination discloses, in the judgment of TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, that the tube or
capsule is indeed defective. Upon replacement, TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik will provide an additional 90-day
limited warranty on the new capsule or tube.
This warranty does not extend to any capsule or tube which appears to have been misused, altered, neglected,
damaged, or stored in any manner that adversely aects it, or used in violation of instructions furnished by us.
This limited warranty shall be void and of no further force or eect whatsoever if the microphone is repaired or
modied by any person other than an authorized representative of TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik. This warranty
shall not apply to any defect, failure, or damage caused in whole or in part from attempts by personnel other
than TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik’s to open, repair, or service the microphone; nor to damage to a unit which
has been modied by persons other than TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik personnel.
All TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik customers are encouraged to register recently purchased NEW or USED
products. All warranties on Diamond, Alchemy, and SDC Series products are fully transferable
between owners for the length specied for each series starting from the date the microphone was
purchased as new.
Microphones come with a 90-day warranty for capsule and tube. A one-year warranty covers parts and labor on
the amplier as well as the power supply. Upon registering your new products, the warranty will be increased to
one year parts and labor for the capsule and tube, and four years for the amplier and power supply.
To register your warranty, please head to www.t-funk.com/warranty to ll out the Product & Warranty
Registration form.
Repairs & Service
Repairs on new TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik microphones are covered under a limited warranty plan and
repair costs will be determined based upon the date of purchase and the date in which the warranty was regis-
tered. Repairs & Service covered under the warranty plan are done at no charge for labor, parts and service.
Please visit www.t-funk.com/repairs for more information on repairing your TELEFUNKEN microphone.
In compliance with the following requirements:
EMC Directive: 2014/30/EU (EN 55013 applied)
Low Voltage Directive: 2014/35/EU (EN 60065 applied)
RoHS2 Directive: 2011/65/EU RoHS
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