The Telefunken ELA M 260 Tri-Mono Set is a matched set of three ELA M 260 small-diaphragm tube condenser microphones intended for crucial recording of orchestras, ensembles, or individual instruments using the Decca Tree mic arrangement. 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 M260 Tri-Mono Set is supplied with three 25 XLR 7-pin cables for connection to the included three-channel power supply, three vibration-isolating shockmounts, three wooden mic boxes, and a locking flight case to house the entire system.
Matched set of three ELA M 260 mics for accurate, pristine recordings in the Decca Tree " reverse T" configuration
Delivered with a single power supply unit capable of powering all three 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 orchestral recording as well as capturing individual instruments such as drum overheads, percussion, woodwinds, saxophones, strings, and acoustic guitar
Includes shockmounts, XLR 7-pin cables, wooden mic boxes, and a locking flight case for the entire system
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 Tri-Mono Set Small-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphones (Matched Set of 3)
- 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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