United Studio Technologies UT TWIN87 Condenser Microphone
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SKU: UN-TWIN87
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Product Description
The United Studio Technologies UT Twin87 is a groundbreaking condenser microphone that authentically recreates the sonic characteristics of both vintage and modern “87style” microphones. Designed with precision and highquality components, it provides engineers and musicians with a versatile and premiumgrade studio microphone that delivers exceptional performance across all recording applications. Featuring United’s custom K87 dualdiaphragm capsule, a proprietary largecore output transformer, and premium electronic components, the UT Twin87 offers a level of accuracy and adaptability never seen before. With the ability to switch between true vintage and modern circuitry, it eliminates the debate between classic warmth and modern clarity offering both in one microphone. Whether capturing vocals, acoustic instruments, or professional voiceovers, the UT Twin87 delivers a pristine, threedimensional sound with remarkable depth and detail.
Key Features:
- Twin Circuit Topology:
The UT Twin87 faithfully replicates both early and later variations of the “87style” microphone, allowing seamless switching between vintage warmth and modern clarity. - Custom United K87 Capsule:
The custommade K87 dual backplate capsule is precisionmilled from brass and skinned with 6micron gold sputtered Mylar, ensuring superior sensitivity and tonal accuracy. - Exclusive UT Transformer:
A customwound, USmade output transformer with four times the metal mass of standard designs, delivering high headroom and open, clear sound reproduction.
Twin Circuitry for Ultimate Flexibility:
The UT Twin87 features a revolutionary twin circuit design, capturing the essence of both vintage and modern “87style” microphones. In Vintage mode, the microphone emulates the earliest designs by polarising the capsule directly with phantom power, producing a smooth, warm and forgiving sound. In Modern mode, the capsule is polarised at a higher voltage with an FET oscillator, delivering enhanced sensitivity, an articulate topend and a more forward character. With meticulous attention to detail, United has ensured that no aspect of the original circuitry is overlooked, making this a truly unique and flexible microphone.
Custom K87 Capsule for Pristine Detail:
At the heart of the UT Twin87 is United’s own K87style dual diaphragm capsule. Precisionmilled from brass and featuring a 6micron 24k gold sputtered Mylar membrane, this capsule is engineered for accuracy and sonic integrity. The design features an insulated dual backplate, allowing for precise control over polarisation voltage in both Vintage and Modern modes. This ensures a consistently detailed and balanced response, making it ideal for capturing the nuances of vocals, instruments, and other studio applications.
Premium Components and Transformer Design:
United Studio Technologies has equipped the UT Twin87 with a customwound transformer, built in the USA with allnickel laminations and a large core to ensure maximum signal integrity. Unlike smaller, costcutting transformers, this design preserves low frequencies and maintains high headroom, ensuring a natural and fullbodied sound. Combined with highquality capacitors, resistors, and transistors, the UT Twin87 guarantees exceptional performance with minimal noise and distortion, making it a musthave microphone for any professional studio.
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
- Mount: Suspension type shock mount (coming soon)
- Dimensions: 220mm (height) / 55mm (diameter)
- Shockmount Depth: 190mm