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Neumann U 87 Ai Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Matte Black

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At a glance

Condition
New
Dimensions
10.4 x 4.85 x 3.95 in
Weight
2.5 lb
Color
Matte Black
Connector Type
XLR
Special Feature
Studio-grade
Polar Pattern
Multipattern
In the box
microphone
Works with
Amplifier, Television

Features 3

  • Large-diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone with 3 Switchable Polar Patterns
  • 10dB Pad - Matte Black
  • Highpass Filter

Description

The Industry-standard Large-diaphragm Condenser The Neumann U 87 Ai is the modern incarnation of a classic microphone. Introduced in 1967, the U 87 gained instant favor with engineers, producers, and their clients; by the mid-'70s, it was a staple in every world-class recording studio. And it still is. Walk into a session, and you'll see 87s everywhere. On piano, vocals, toms, overheads, guitar cabs, brass, strings, congas — you name it. The mic's popularity is easy to understand: it ushered in a new era of audio fidelity and reliability, and with three selectable polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8), plus a switchable highpass filter and 10dB pre-attenuation pad, the mic is incredibly versatile, and an ideal choice for a broad range of recording techniques. The Neumann U 87 Ai is the industry- standard large-diaphragm condenser mic. Read on to find out what it can do for you.A great choice for most

Specs 25

Recommended Uses For Product Singing, Streaming
Brand Neumann
Model Name U 87 Ai
Connectivity Technology XLR
Connector Type XLR
Special Feature Studio-grade
Color Matte Black
Polar Pattern Multipattern

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Top Amazon Reviews


My favorite mic!!!!!!
This microphone is my life blood. The reason I get the jobs that I do. As a voice actor, it is the Rolls-Royce of microphones. This baby sparks JOY!
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2025 by Wes

The Golden Standard- An Engineer's Dream
This microphone is the golden standard in recording. Since my early days of starting my engineering journey, the whisper of a must-have microphone was that of the Neumann U87Ai. Having worked with Audio Technica, Rode, MXL, Blue Micprohones, graduating to a Neumann U87Ai marked a milestone that one day, I did not see happening. Featuring: 3 Switchable Polar Patterns: Omnidirectional, Figure 8, Cardioid. -10dB Pad Switch High Pass Filter Switch ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2025 by David Padilla

Love this mic
I bought a factory repack from Alto music at a significant discount. So far it’s everything I hoped it would be. It’s a lot better than the imitators that’s for sure! For my voice I love the richness I get in cardioid in the booth or Omni in mid studio when recording guitar or live vox and guitar…I’ve tried it through different preamps with and without compression going in and it doesn’t sound bad no matter what I do. Sibilance is a little more prominent when recording close up vocals in Omni, but I think Omni is better when standing back from the mic a little anyway. I keep my knock off 87 on my kick drum now along with a d112 inside. I can’t wait to upgrade the rest of my signal chain, but for now I think the mic sounds best for me going through a 1073 style preamp without driving it too hot to really let the mic do the talking. I mostly keep the 1176 style compressor on the lowest setting, fastest attack, slowest release when I use it and it does just enough to smooth things out a little without too much coloration. I don’t feel like I need to use much if any EQ with this mic either, no slew of digital processors like some other mics I would always fight with. This is all probably tmi for an Amazon review, but if you’re anything like me, into audio, learning and dreaming of gear you never thought you’d be able to own, let me just say that I think a good mic should be the first step in upgrading your signal chain..after honing your instrument/voice of course. It doesn’t have to be this mic or this expensive for good results, but this one definitely makes me want to use it and practice more! Rock on 🤘 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2023 by Mark

Wish I had mine back
Was amazing when I had it, but unfortunately was robbed of it about a year ago. This Mic is hands down the best and most versatile recording mic for any type of professional vocalist. The sound quality is unmatched and there are 3 adjustable settings that are capable of catching different levels of sounds. Unfortunately not very cheap, but a worthwhile investment for the functionality. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2025 by jacob
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