The Telefunken ELA M 260 Stereo Set is a matched pair of the ELA M 260 small-diaphragm tube condenser microphones intended for crucial stereo recording of instruments, vocals, ensembles, ambient signals, and more. Each mic features three interchangeable 15mm edge-terminated capsules in omnidirectional, cardioid, and hypercardioid polar patterns, allowing flexible configurations while delivering consistent tone and clarity. The EF732/5840W vacuum tube and custom Telefunken T60 transformer impart vintage-style sonics along with the low noise, high SPL handling, and wide frequency response expected for high-resolution applications.
The ELA M 260 Stereo Set is supplied with two 25 XLR 7-pin cables for connection to the included dual-mic power supply, two vibration-isolating shockmounts, two wooden mic boxes, and a locking flight case.
Stereo matched pair for accurate, pristine stereo recordings
Delivered with a single power supply unit capable of powering both ELA M 260s at once
Interchangeable capsule design with cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional capsules included
Circuit design based around an NOS EF732/5840W vacuum tube and a custom output transformer made in the United States
Plenty of tone with excellent detail and clarity
Well suited for drum overheads, percussion, woodwinds, saxophones, strings, and especially acoustic guitar
Includes shockmounts, XLR 7-pin cables, wooden mic boxes, and a dual-mic locking flight case
Telefunken ELA M 260 Specs
Microphone
Sound Field | Mono |
Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient Pressure Operated |
Capsule | Condenser |
Diaphragm | 0.59" / 15 mm |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional |
Pattern Selection | Switched |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Performance
Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 135 dB SPL |
Impedance | 200 Ohms |
Sensitivity | 16.5 mV/Pa |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 83 dB A-Weighted |
Equivalent Noise Level | 11 dB A-Weighted |
THD | < 0.15% |
Connectivity
Cable Length | 25` / 7.62 m |
Power
Operating Current Consumption | 55 mA |
Physical
Dimensions | : 0.83 x L: 5.51" / : 21 x L: 140 mm |
Weight | 4.09 oz / 116 g |
In the Box
- Telefunken ELA M 260 Stereo Set Small-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphones (Matched Pair)
- 2-Year Warranty on Amplifier and Power Supply (Extendable to 4 Years Upon Online Registration)
- 90-Day Warranty on Capsule and Tube (Extendable to 1 Year Upon Online Registration)
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