Sound Pure's Take

John Peluso has somehow managed to put a vintage German EF14 Telefunken tube in a mic that is under $3,000. This very well may be the greatest value of any large diaphragm tube microphone on the market today. One studio has even put their original top-shelf U47 in the cabinet. 
 
This mic is modeled similar to the U47 and boasts excellent high end. It takes the U47 to the next level. If you are looking to add a truly exceptional top shelf tube microphone to your collection, look no further. For this amount of money, there just isn't a better deal, period. At this price, there is no reason every studio with money for a new mic shouldn't pick one of these up. 
 
Keep in mind that these mics are made from a real, vintage, new-old stock EF14 tube. That means when he can't get the tubes any more, he will only have the American Tube substitution available. At this price point, this thing is an absolute steal - pick one up while you can!

From Peluso Microphones

The Peluso 22 47 LE is a large diaphragm condenser microphone styled after the legendary "Neumann U-47". The Peluso 22 47 LE is equipped with a vintage German 'EF' style steel tube (Stahlröhren) manufactured between the 1940s and the '60s. These vintage tubes are thoroughly tested and fully covered by our 3-year warranty. With nearly identical specifications, this tube provides the same sonic qualities as the original U-47's VF14 tube. This vintage tube provides the Peluso 22 47 Limited Edition with the true vintage sound connoisseurs crave. 
 
Professional engineers enjoy great success with the 22 47 LE for a wide range of applications from male and female vocals, acoustic guitar to tenor sax. There are countless applications for this versatile microphone. The "47" is known for its clear sound while capturing low frequency nuances with smooth mid range and balanced high end. 
 
Connoisseurs will be proud to have a genuine vintage tube paired with the highest quality brand new capsule and components built to the specifications of the vintage equipment. 
Our 22 47 LE has the additional feature of 9 polar patterns, controlled from the power supply. It captures the low frequency nuances of the original U-47 with smooth mids and balanced highs.
 
The microphone comes as a complete system including: 22 47 LE Microphone in a Wood Box, Power Supply, New-style 8-Pin Screw on Cable Assembly, and a Shock Mount all packed in a Flight Case.
Type: Condenser Pressure Gradient w/ 34mm capsule
 
Frequency Range: 20Hz/22Khz
 
Polar Pattern: 9 - Switchable from omni- to bi-directional
 
Sensitivity: 12 mv/pa
 
Impedance: 200 ohms
 
SPL: 140 db
 
Equivalent Noise: 16 db (A-weighted)
 
Tube Type: EF Stahlröhren (Steel Tube)
 
Power Requirements: Dedicated Power Supply
 
Size: 58mm x 235 mm
 
Weight: 855 

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