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Description

The Telefunken Ela M 250 is a distinguished piece of studio recording equipment, embodying the classic design and sound that defined the golden age of microphone technology. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this large diaphragm tube condenser microphone is a faithful recreation of the iconic Ela M 250 from the 1950s and 60s. Renowned for its exceptionally warm and smooth sound, it's a favorite among recording professionals who seek to capture vocals and acoustic instruments with stunning authenticity.

This microphone combines the vintage appeal of its predecessor with the precision and reliability of modern engineering. The heart of the Ela M 250 is its original-style CK12 capsule, which contributes to its detailed and natural audio reproduction. Paired with a NOS (New Old Stock) Telefunken tube, it offers a distinctive harmonic richness that enhances the depth and character of every recording session. The Ela M 250 is an ideal choice for capturing the subtleties of vocal performances and the intricate details of string instruments, making it a versatile tool for any studio environment.

Key Features:

  • Vintage reissue of the classic Telefunken Ela M 250
  • Large diaphragm tube condenser microphone
  • Original-style CK12 capsule for natural audio reproduction
  • Equipped with a NOS Telefunken tube for harmonic richness
  • Ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments
  • Faithful recreation with modern engineering enhancements
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Telefunken Vintage ELA M 250E vs. New ELA M 251E Mic Comparison

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See how John Frusciante uses Telefunken Ela M 250

John Frusciante

Guitarist

Red Hot Chili Peppers

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Used for the acoustic guitars on Stadium Arcadium, as stated by Frusciante in this Guitar Player article.

What microphones did you use to record your guitars?

I use a Shure SM57 positioned on axis a couple of inches from the cone. On some tracks the engineer, Ryan Hewitt, added a Royer R-121 ribbon mic, positioned about 15 feet away, in order to capture some of the room sound. We used a Telefunken Ela M 250 tube condenser mic on the acoustic guitars

See how Norah Jones uses Telefunken Ela M 250

Norah Jones

Singer, Guitarist

Puss N Boots

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Used for vocals on Not Too Late and The Fall (in tandem with a Placid Audio Copperphone for the latter), as stated in this February 1, 2010 Electronic Musician interview with Jones, producer Jacquire King and assistant engineer Brad Bivens.

Demos for The Fall began at Jones’ Manhattan home studio in May 2008, with engineer Tom Schick manning her custom Neve console (with 1073 modules), Otari 2-inch 24-track MTR- 90, and a sumptuous collection of vintage tube mics (Neumann M 49, U 47, and Telefunken ELA M 250).

(...) [Jones:] I love the M 49 and I also used a Telefunken ELA M 250 on my third record [2007’s Not Too Late]. It depends on the type of song and the way I am singing for which one sounds better. I love the 49 ’cause it gets all the grit and warmth, but sometimes it can sound a little too muffled if I am singing a certain way. Then the 250 gives some nice high end and a lot of air. And I like to be close to the mic to catch all the nuances.

(...) [King:] And Norah has an ELA M 250 mic and a U 47; then we chose the 250 paired with a Placid Audio Copperphone. It’s basically an old pay phone telephone voice element in a custom copper enclosure. I put that right next to the 250. It has a very frequency limited, old time gritty, edgy sound and gave the vocal a little more texture. Sometimes I leaned heavier on background vocals to give them a different texture and separate it from the lead vocal.

See how Shirley Manson uses Telefunken Ela M 250

Shirley Manson

Singer, Guitarist

Garbage

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"On the first couple of Garbage records, I used my vintage ELAM 250 mic, which is from 1959; I think it came from RCA studios in New York, and rumour has it that Elvis and Frank Sinatra used it at some point, which is pretty cool. It sounds great. Sometimes I would go through an API preamp, sometimes a Neve preamp; and then we put in a Trident A Range that we had. A lot of times, Shirley’s vocal would go through that." - Butch Vig (Drummer/Producer for Garbage) https://www.waves.com/behind-the-music-with-butch-vig

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