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The Neumann U 47 fet i microphone shines in more ways than one. Check its 130 specs & features — especially the ones musicians actually care about, like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces.

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General Information

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Dimensions & Weight

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Audio Performance

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Build & Design

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Package & Accessories

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Neumann U 47 fet i is a legendary microphone introduced in 1972. It can handle extreme SPLs of up to 137 dB. It is an excellent microphone for bright and loud instruments such as electric guitar and brass.

Specifications & Facts 130

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Specs, price, pros, cons, and how the Neumann U 47 fet i holds up against similar microphones. All 130 data points — including general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces — are in.

General Information 16

Neumann U 47 fet i Year of Release

What year was it released?

8 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes 1972

0 Microphones in this range 2023

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Originally introduced in 1972, but the U 47 fet i reissue was brought back in 2014. This matters if you’re distinguishing vintage units from current production.

Indicates when the microphone was launched.

Neumann U 47 fet i Product Type

What is the product type?

60 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Condenser

1 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Neumann U 47 fet i Model Name

What is the model name?

54 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes U 47 fet i

1 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Neumann U 47 fet i Intended Use

What is the intended use?

57 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Studio, Instrument, Broadcast

1 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Describes the primary application area.

Neumann U 47 fet i Polar Pattern Type

What is the polar pattern type?

60 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Cardioid

1 Microphones in this range Cardioid

Identifies the default pickup pattern.

Neumann U 47 fet i Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

40 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Wired, XLR

0 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

Dimensions & Weight 9

Neumann U 47 fet i Width

What is the width?

2.48 inch 0Votes
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2.47 inch (Average)

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About 6.3 cm wide, roughly the same as a soda can’s diameter.

The microphone’s overall width.

Neumann U 47 fet i Depth

What is the depth?

2.48 inch 0Votes
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2.78 inch (Average)

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Also 6.3 cm, since the mic body is cylindrical—easy to grip or mount.

The microphone’s overall depth.

Neumann U 47 fet i Height

What is the height?

6.3 inch 0Votes
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7.3 inch (Average)

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About 16 cm tall, similar to a medium-sized smartphone standing upright.

The microphone’s overall height.

Neumann U 47 fet i Package Width

What is the package width?

4.88 inch 0Votes
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10.69 inch (Average)

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Around 12.4 cm across—undoubtedly compact for safe storage.

The shipping package’s width.

Neumann U 47 fet i Package Depth

What is the package depth?

3.94 inch 0Votes
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8.56 inch (Average)

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About 10 cm, making the package similar in size to a hardcover book’s spine thickness.

The shipping package’s depth.

Neumann U 47 fet i Package Height

What is the package height?

10.24 inch 0Votes
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7.76 inch (Average)

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About 26 cm tall, close to the height of an A4 paper sheet.

The shipping package’s height.

Audio Performance 22

Neumann U 47 fet i Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-41.94 dBV/Pa 0Votes
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-35 dBV/Pa (Average)

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Equivalent to 8 mV/Pa, fairly low-output compared to modern condensers, so it pairs best with quality preamps.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Neumann U 47 fet i Signal-to-Noise Ratio

What is the SNR?

76 dB 0Votes
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75.81 dB (Average)

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The Neumann U 47 fet delivers an impressive signal-to-noise ratio of 76 dB (A-weighted), ensuring outstanding clarity in your recordings. Additionally, it is also specified as 69 dB CCIR (relative to 94 dB SPL).

The clarity ratio between signal and background noise.

Neumann U 47 fet i Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

147 dB 0Votes
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129.95 dB (Average)

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Can handle extremely loud sources—about the sound pressure at a rock concert a few feet from the stage.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Neumann U 47 fet i Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

40 Hz 0Votes
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24.93 Hz (Average)

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Captures low end down to 40 Hz, deep enough for kick drums and bass cabinets.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Neumann U 47 fet i Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

16,000 Hz 0Votes
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19,836.12 Hz (Average)

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Extends to 16 kHz, covering vocals and instruments with clarity but not extreme “air” frequencies above 20 kHz.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Neumann U 47 fet i Equivalent Noise Level

What is the equivalent noise level?

18 dB 0Votes
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10.39 dB (Average)

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Very quiet self-noise, comparable to a silent library (~20 dB).

The self-noise generated by the microphone.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Neumann U 47 fet i Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

30 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes XLR

0 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Neumann U 47 fet i Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

60 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

1 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Neumann U 47 fet i Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

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Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Neumann U 47 fet i Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

60 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Balanced

1 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Neumann U 47 fet i XLR Pin Configuration

What is the XLR pin configuration?

40 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Standard

0 Microphones in this range Standard

Specifies XLR wiring configuration.

Neumann U 47 fet i Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Power & Battery 7

Neumann U 47 fet i Power Consumption

What is the power consumption?

0.65 Watt 0Votes
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1.76 Watt (Average)

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The Neumann U 47 fet i has a power consumption of approximately 0.65 watts, based on its specified 48V phantom power supply and a 0.5 mA current draw.

Amount of power drawn during use.

Neumann U 47 fet i Power Source

What is the power source?

80 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Phantom

0 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Neumann U 47 fet i Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0Votes
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49.9 Volt (Average)

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

Neumann U 47 fet i Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

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Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Neumann U 47 fet i Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Neumann U 47 fet i External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

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Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Controls & Features 18

Neumann U 47 fet i Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

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Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Neumann U 47 fet i Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Neumann U 47 fet i Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Neumann U 47 fet i Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Neumann U 47 fet i Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Neumann U 47 fet i LED Indicator Lights

Does it have LED indicators?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Lights that show status such as mute, levels, or power.

Build & Design 14

Neumann U 47 fet i Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Neumann U 47 fet i Detachable Mount

Is the mount detachable?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

If the mount can be detached for flexibility.

Neumann U 47 fet i Swivel/Pivot Capability

Does it have swivel/pivot capability?

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Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone head or stand can rotate.

Neumann U 47 fet i Body Material

What is the body material?

40 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Metal

0 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Neumann U 47 fet i Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Neumann U 47 fet i Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Package & Accessories 13

Neumann U 47 fet i Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Neumann U 47 fet i Adapters

Are adapters included?

Yes 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Neumann U 47 fet i Packaging Type

What is the packaging type?

30 Neumann U 47 fet i 0 Votes Box

0 Microphones in this range Box

Defines how the product is packaged.

Neumann U 47 fet i Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Neumann U 47 fet i Cables

Are cables included?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Neumann U 47 fet i Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 7

Neumann U 47 fet i Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0Votes
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2.81 years (Average)

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Covered by a 2-year manufacturer's warranty when purchased from authorized dealers.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Neumann U 47 fet i Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

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Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Neumann U 47 fet i Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Neumann U 47 fet i FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Neumann U 47 fet i RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Neumann U 47 fet i Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Neumann U 47 fet i Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Neumann U 47 fet i DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Neumann U 47 fet i AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Neumann U 47 fet i Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Neumann U 47 fet i Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Neumann U 47 fet i Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes Neumann U 47 fet i

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Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Neumann U 47 fet i Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes
Good and clear 0Votes
Average clarity 0Votes
Distorted and unclear 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0Votes
Reduces some noise 0Votes
Picks up everything 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes
Somewhat okay 0Votes
Nice looking 0Votes
Stylish and modern 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

Neumann U 47 fet i Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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