Beyerdynamic M 69 TG

The M69 is a hypercardioid dynamic microphone, suited to vocal or instrument reproduction in studio or live settings.

The current shipping model, the M 69 TG aka “tour group” model, differs from the original M69 aka “M 69 N(C)” in that its grille is reinforced for durability for on-stage applications.

Its hypercardioid pattern ensures high gain before feedback.

The microphone’s frequency response shows a classic “tailored” sound, with a broad presence peak (+6dB @ 4-5k). The LF response changes with proximity; for example, the mic’s response is +10dB @ 150Hz at 2cm, but -2dB @ 150Hz at 1m. In other words, to increase the low-frequency response, move the mic closer to the source.

The low-mass diaphragm is made of Hostaphan, a PET plastic film similar to Mylar.

The mic is supplied with microphone clamp (p/n MKV 8) and storage bag.

The M69 was used on “Barracuda” from the band Heart:

MIX

To capture the band’s hard rock guitar crunch, [recording engineer Mike] Flicker always used two mics: a Beyer M69 on the amp (“because of its great, warm low-midrange”) and then, farther away in the room, “a Neumann 67 or 87, depending on the room, or maybe an AKG C-12 or C-21.”

FEATURES

• Hypercardioid polar pattern

• Wide range frequency response

• Excellent sensitivity

• Low feedback

APPLICATIONS

The M 69 TG is a professional dynamic microphone with a wide frequency response and can be used in studio or live applications.

In live situations its excellent hypercardioid pickup pattern guarantees high gain before feedback by comparison to other microphones.

The M 69 TG is well suited for sound contractors for use in churches or as an announcers microphones. In the studio its uses are wide varied but can be particularly recommended for the recording of guitars, brass and woodwind.

The M 69 TG has a reinforced basket to withstand rough handling when being used for more demanding applications.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Transducer type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dynamic moving coil

Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure gradient

Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 - 16,000 Hz

Polar pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hypercardioid

Rear attenuation at 1 kHz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 dB at 120°

Open circuit voltage at 1 kHz (0 dB 1 V/Pa) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9 mV/Pa

Magnetic field suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . > 20 dB 50 Hz

Nominal impedance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Ω

Load impedance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ≥ 1000 Ω

Diaphragm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hostaphan®

Casing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass

Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-pin XLR male

Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Length: 182 mm Shaft diameter: 25.5 mm

Head diameter: 48.5 mm

Weight w/out cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 g