The M 149 Tube is a modern version of Neumann’s famous M 49 microphone. Like its predecessor, it uses the classic K47/49 large diaphragm capsule in an acoustically open headgrille. The M 149 is a universal studio microphone with 9 selectable polar patterns. Its innovative transformerless tube circuit ensures optimal sound with lowest self-noise. Features: - Same capsule as the legendary Neumann M 49 - Classic sound in nine directional patterns - Seven-position low cut switch - Tube circuit with extremely low self-noise - Transformerless output stage - Comes with power supply