United Studio Technologies UT Twin87 Twin-Circuit Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Heritage Audio

The UT Twin87 captures the essence of both the original classic and modern incarnations of the “87-style” microphone design. For the first time ever, United has created a microphone that duplicates both circuits, and can reconfigure itself on the fly for an exceptional reproduction of the sonic capabilities of both microphones.

The UT Twin87 features our own large-core, custom-wound, US-made output transformer, our own custom made 24k gold sputtered dual diaphragm/dual backplate K87 style capsule, and a whole assortment of selected, premium components such as polystyrene, tantalum, multi-layer ceramic, WIMA film capacitors, metal and carbon film resistors, and hand-selected transistors.

Vintage, or modern? The UT Twin87 finally ends the debate with a new answer – both.

Features
• Custom-wound UT series transformer
• Cardioid pattern
• Vintage mode
• Modern mode
• Output filter designed to block RF and EM interference

Specifications
Type: Condenser Microphone
Capsule: UT Series, 34mm brass, insulated dual backplate K87
Diaphragm: Dual-diaphragm, 6 micron, 24k gold sputtered Mylar (PET film)
Power Supply: +48v Phantom Power (via XLR)
Ground: Pin 1 XLR (required)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure 8, Omni
SPL: 136 dB (145 dB w/ Pad) @ .5% THD
Output Impedance: 27 Ω
Amplifier Type: Field Effect Transistor
Self Noise: 10 dB (cardioid setting, no pad, no HPF)
Output: Custom-wound UT Series transformer, made in USA
Body: Nickel electroplated, solid milled brass
High pass filter: 80hZ (12dB down point)
Pad: -10dB
Connector: 24k gold plated XLR, pin 2 HOT, pin 1 GND
Dimensions: 220 x 55 mm (8.6 x 2.2″)
Shockmount Depth: 190 mm (7.5″)