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product_id: 1781610
title: "Neumann TLM 102 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel"
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# Compact size - ultra-portable design Transformerless - ultra-clean signal 144 dB max SPL - handles loud sources Neumann TLM 102 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel

**Brand:** neumann
**Price:** KSh214714
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game with Neumann’s compact studio legend!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Neumann TLM 102 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel by neumann
- **How much does it cost?** KSh214714 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- neumann enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted neumann brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **High SPL Handling:** Records loud sources like drums and amps without distortion
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Small form factor fits any setup without sacrificing professional sound quality
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** Captures vocals & instruments with pristine detail and minimal coloration
- • **Integrated Pop Filter:** Built-in grille pop screen reduces plosives for crystal-clear speech and vocals
- • **Versatile & Affordable:** Premium Neumann quality at a price perfect for home studios and pros alike

## Overview

The Neumann TLM 102 is a compact large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone delivering up to 144 dB SPL with a transformerless design for ultra-clean audio. Its elastic capsule suspension and integrated pop filter ensure minimal noise and plosive control, making it ideal for vocals, instruments, and broadcast. Combining professional-grade sound with a sleek, portable form factor, it offers exceptional value for home studios and project setups.

## Description

The TLM 102 defines a new generation of Neumann studio microphone. It sets a new performance and value standard for microphones at this price. It's reduced overall size contributes to an exceptionally compact appearance, which unites all of the typical design components of a Neumann microphone. The harmonious proportions and gleaming grille ring ensure that even at first glance, the TLM 102 attracts attention. The TLM 102 delivers impressive sound. It's newly developed large-diaphragm capsule (cardioid) clocks a maximum sound pressure level of 144 dB, permiting the recording of percussion, drums, and amps at extremely high output levels. Acoustic instruments benefit from the exceptionally fast transient response of the TLM 102. Where the TLM102 really shines is with vocals and speech. It has a slight boost above 6 kHz providing excellent vocal presence in an overall mix. Up to 6 kHz the frequency response is extremely linear, ensuring minimal coloration and a clearly defined, extended bass range. The capsule has an elastic suspension system reducing handling and structure-borne noise. A pop screen integrated into the grille serves to suppress plosives in vocal and speech recording. Due to its price and flexible field of application, the TLM 102 is ideal for home recording and project studio, as well the broadcasting area, especially when clear lines of sight to the speakers are a priority. The TLM 102 is available in black and nickel; a stand mount is included.

Review: An audiophile review of the sound quality and value of the TLM 102 - I am a serious audiophile. I have a great audio setup and have been hand building tube amps for audio and guitar since the 1980s. My main monitors are some amazing (and expensive) Bowers and Wilkins floor standers - stunning they are. I consider my taste on the consumption side of audio to be extremely high. However, on the creation side it is just a casual hobby of recording: spoken word, poetry, occasional music and nature/etc. For fun, not money. So while I have excellent playback gear, my creation gear in the past has just been rather OK. That is my frame of reference for you. I have been using a Behringer B2 Pro as my main condenser microphone for some time now. It is an economical and great product. However, I have always wanted a Neumann as part of my "I want the best audio experience" personality. I could never justify a 47/67/87/89 based on my needs even though my geek inside wants one. So I have been fascinated with this rather affordable TLM 102 for some time. Finally, the reviews and online audio samples got me and I bought one. First thought, '@#$% it is small'. It really is. It more of a medium size condenser compared to my B2 and other cheap condensers. On the physical enclosure and capsule size. That is cool though, as it is super portable and flexible on location. On comparing the audio quality: the lack of the upper treble boost is immediately evident. You cannot miss it. I think if you want a truly general purpose mic, this will be immediately invaluable. If you just want a vocal mic, you may prefer the bump (look at the 103). Audio quality vs. the cheap condenser mics: OK this one is hard... there is less of difference than I had expected, yet the ball is clearly in the Neumann camp for being the best. No matter what I record, it's just slightly less sibilant, slightly less vampire drained in the mids with the false bass and treble boost. It's just better in every way your brain can come up with. The gotcha is, it is really rather minor, and it also proves that the reputable, economical mics present an enormous value for the casual/beginner audio enthusiast. As such, I can only rate this mic as truly 5 stars; delivering everything it promises. But I really want to tell the readers, if your budget is indeed limited, some of the cheap condensers offer you 90% of the experience at a fraction, *literally* a fraction of the cost. Either way you go to me is a win; based on your own needs. It's remarkable we do have this much choice in gear. Happy recording.
Review: Great high end studio mic —- verry worth it if your serious about your art - So first things first! This was an amazing upgrade from my baby bottle condenser mic! 400$-700$ I was really skeptical about if this was the right pick, I’d like to make a point that because you pay more for a mic dose not mean it’s better, yes of course it’ll sound different, more clear, crisp, but it depends what your using it for as well as how your voice fits it! Although you can fix that with EQ but my main point is this mic is absolutely mind blowing, it’s small but wow!!! The sound is just incredible, I’m currently using the scarlet 2i2 solo interface which I’d also suggest is a great combination, running from logic x pro, just when I plugged it in and recorded some rough drafts to a song I’m writing, THE CLEARNESS AND SOUND IS SO GOOD I MEAN YOU COUOD FALL IM LOVE WITH YOUR VOICE,! I also have to add it’s a verry hounest mic , it speaks back the way you sound perfect! I’ve also tested out the Neumann TLM 103 and that was amazing too but I seriously like the TLM 102 better in my opinion I’d say for the 103 your paying an extra 800$-1000$ for the size , and a few extra adjustments , but hounestly GET this mic if your looking for an upgrade it is verry affordable for a high end mic, we’re not talking about standerd beginner mics or even slightly more advanced mics ! This is just on the high end grid of professional studio sounding mics ! I’ll post a link in a few days that runs through a varioty of different tests, from voice overs to singing to rnb to give people a general idea of what they can expect!

## Features

- Cardioid Condenser Microphone
- Large-diaphragm
- Transfmerless
- Compact

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003HGLPC6 |
| Audio Sensitivity | 11 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,021 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #138 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
| Color Name | Satin Nickel |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (189) |
| Date First Available | July 16, 2004 |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00615104086265 |
| Impedance | 50 Ohms |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.08 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 9.9 x 4.45 x 2.8 inches |
| Item model number | 008626 |
| Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Power Source | Phantom Power |
| Product Dimensions | 9.9 x 4.45 x 2.8 inches |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 82 dB |
| Size | Compact |
| UPC | 779177630616 615104086265 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Neumann
- **Color:** Satin Nickel
- **Compatible Devices:** Speaker
- **Connectivity Technology:** XLR
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Included Components:** TLM 102 Stand mount
- **Model Name:** Neumann
- **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Studio Recordings, Podcasting
- **Special Feature:** Stand

## Images

![Neumann TLM 102 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BkynOc53L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does it come with a shock mount as shown in the pictures**
A: For this listing I'm not seeing pictures with the shock mount. This version of the microphone comes with the regular hard mount. There is another version with the shock mount, which is a little more expensive that we also have for sale, but it's in a different listing. If this was helpful, please consider buying from us! - Pixel Pro Audio

**Q: What is the other item that comes with the microphone?**
A: It comes with a microphone stand mount, and the box new. There's another version, which is more expensive, that comes with a shock mount.If this was helpful, please consider purchasing from us on Amazon. We can help with support after the sale as well. We have it in stock and ready to ship. - Pixel Pro Audio

**Q: Will this sound good with my Audient Id14 or will I need a more expensive preamp?**
A: Audient makes some great converters and preamps. I would not buy a more expensive preamp to use the Neumann TLM 102. I have used the TLM 102 with several preamps and the differences you get are very subtle. My favorite uses for this mic was vocals and electric guitar.

**Q: can i get this in black please ?**
A: If you order this from us and purchase on the one you asked a question about, it will come in black. You can email us (Pixel Pro Audio) after you order from us on Amazon, and we'll verify if you like.If this was helpful, please consider purchasing from us on Amazon. We can help with support after the sale as well. We have it in stock and ready to ship. - Pixel Pro Audio

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An audiophile review of the sound quality and value of the TLM 102
*by S***E on March 10, 2016*

I am a serious audiophile. I have a great audio setup and have been hand building tube amps for audio and guitar since the 1980s. My main monitors are some amazing (and expensive) Bowers and Wilkins floor standers - stunning they are. I consider my taste on the consumption side of audio to be extremely high. However, on the creation side it is just a casual hobby of recording: spoken word, poetry, occasional music and nature/etc. For fun, not money. So while I have excellent playback gear, my creation gear in the past has just been rather OK. That is my frame of reference for you. I have been using a Behringer B2 Pro as my main condenser microphone for some time now. It is an economical and great product. However, I have always wanted a Neumann as part of my "I want the best audio experience" personality. I could never justify a 47/67/87/89 based on my needs even though my geek inside wants one. So I have been fascinated with this rather affordable TLM 102 for some time. Finally, the reviews and online audio samples got me and I bought one. First thought, '@#$% it is small'. It really is. It more of a medium size condenser compared to my B2 and other cheap condensers. On the physical enclosure and capsule size. That is cool though, as it is super portable and flexible on location. On comparing the audio quality: the lack of the upper treble boost is immediately evident. You cannot miss it. I think if you want a truly general purpose mic, this will be immediately invaluable. If you just want a vocal mic, you may prefer the bump (look at the 103). Audio quality vs. the cheap condenser mics: OK this one is hard... there is less of difference than I had expected, yet the ball is clearly in the Neumann camp for being the best. No matter what I record, it's just slightly less sibilant, slightly less vampire drained in the mids with the false bass and treble boost. It's just better in every way your brain can come up with. The gotcha is, it is really rather minor, and it also proves that the reputable, economical mics present an enormous value for the casual/beginner audio enthusiast. As such, I can only rate this mic as truly 5 stars; delivering everything it promises. But I really want to tell the readers, if your budget is indeed limited, some of the cheap condensers offer you 90% of the experience at a fraction, *literally* a fraction of the cost. Either way you go to me is a win; based on your own needs. It's remarkable we do have this much choice in gear. Happy recording.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great high end studio mic —- verry worth it if your serious about your art
*by M***E on February 11, 2019*

So first things first! This was an amazing upgrade from my baby bottle condenser mic! 400$-700$ I was really skeptical about if this was the right pick, I’d like to make a point that because you pay more for a mic dose not mean it’s better, yes of course it’ll sound different, more clear, crisp, but it depends what your using it for as well as how your voice fits it! Although you can fix that with EQ but my main point is this mic is absolutely mind blowing, it’s small but wow!!! The sound is just incredible, I’m currently using the scarlet 2i2 solo interface which I’d also suggest is a great combination, running from logic x pro, just when I plugged it in and recorded some rough drafts to a song I’m writing, THE CLEARNESS AND SOUND IS SO GOOD I MEAN YOU COUOD FALL IM LOVE WITH YOUR VOICE,! I also have to add it’s a verry hounest mic , it speaks back the way you sound perfect! I’ve also tested out the Neumann TLM 103 and that was amazing too but I seriously like the TLM 102 better in my opinion I’d say for the 103 your paying an extra 800$-1000$ for the size , and a few extra adjustments , but hounestly GET this mic if your looking for an upgrade it is verry affordable for a high end mic, we’re not talking about standerd beginner mics or even slightly more advanced mics ! This is just on the high end grid of professional studio sounding mics ! I’ll post a link in a few days that runs through a varioty of different tests, from voice overs to singing to rnb to give people a general idea of what they can expect!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clean Sound
*by M***S on December 14, 2025*

This microphone works great when I’m either on the go or in the studio. Use it for vocals mainly and pair it with a UA Volt. Def a real clean sound

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