Neumann TLM 107 BK Multipattern Condenser Microphone (Black)

Neumann TLM 107 BK: The Flexible Reference, Dressed for Camera

The Neumann TLM 107 BK is a large-diaphragm multipattern condenser microphone in a matte black finish, the most flexible mic in the TLM line dressed for the camera. It carries the same five polar patterns, switchable pads, and low-cut filters as the standard 107, so nothing is given up sonically for the darker body. An all-new dual-diaphragm capsule captures vocals and instruments with striking realism and holds a balanced response across every pattern. The BK exists for engineers who need that flexibility on a mic that also has to look right on screen. It is the 107 for work that will be seen as well as heard.

The Matte Black On-Camera Finish

The matte black finish is the reason to choose the BK over the nickel version. Its low-reflection body stays unobtrusive on camera and under stage lighting, where a bright grille would catch the eye and pull focus. For broadcast, streaming, and video production, that discretion is worth as much as the sound. The finish changes nothing acoustically, since inside is the identical TLM 107 capsule and circuit. It is purely a visual choice for content that puts the mic in frame.

Five Polar Patterns

Five polar patterns, omni, wide-angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, and figure-8, let this one microphone cover a host vocal, a stereo pair, a room, or a mid-side rig. Because the tonal balance holds steady from omni to figure-8, changing directivity does not change the character of the sound. On camera that means an operator can adapt the pickup to the set without swapping mics. Cardioid handles the everyday voice while figure-8 opens up stereo techniques. One black body covers what used to take a locker of microphones.

Every Control Under One Thumb

A single navigation toggle on the rear sets pattern, pad, and low cut from one place, each confirmed by clear LED indication that stays readable on a dim set. Switchable pads of 0, -6, and -12 dB give the mic room in front of loud sources, while linear, 40 Hz, and 100 Hz low cuts tame proximity and rumble. Setting a pad and filter at the mic keeps the signal clean before the preamp. The controls make setup fast when time on a shoot is short. Everything the 107 does falls under one thumb.

Capsule Realism and Huge Headroom

The all-new dual-diaphragm capsule keeps transient detail and tonal color intact across all five patterns, the trait that lets the pattern switch be a creative choice rather than a tonal gamble. Headroom is generous: up to 141 dB SPL, or 153 dB with the -12 dB pad, so few sources are too loud. At the other end, self-noise of only 10 dB-A sits below the sound of a quiet studio. The resulting 131 dB dynamic range follows a whispered line up to a loud amplifier without noise or distortion. It behaves the same on a soft voice and a hard-hit drum.

Power, Connection, and Who It Is For

This is the black TLM 107 bk, supplied with the SG 2 swivel mount and a protective wooden storage box. It runs on standard 48 V phantom power over a balanced XLR 3-pin output, fitting any interface, console, or preamp. The optional EA 4 shockmount can be added to isolate the capsule from stand vibration. Designed and built in Germany, it is made for years of on-camera and studio service. It suits the broadcaster, podcaster, or video producer who wants Neumann flexibility on a mic that disappears in shot.