Product Overview

Condenser-Level Definition Wrapped in a Stealth, Tour-Grade Chassis

The Telefunken M80 Solid Black is engineered for artists, presenters, and engineers who demand the pristine, open-air top end of a high-end studio condenser mic, but require the durability and feedback rejection of a stage dynamic.

This specific "Solid Black" edition replaces the bright, reflective chrome grille of the original model with a matte black headgrille and matching black body finish. This low-reflection design makes it an absolute favorite for high-profile television broadcasts, theater stages, house of worship streams, and modern studio live rooms where reflective surfaces can catch overhead studio lighting or distract the camera lens. It brings a modern, "mix-ready" performance to your stage without needing external phantom power or fragile vacuum tube circuits.

Product Description

Low-Mass Tranducer and Custom AMI Transformer Core:

The exceptional frequency speed and transient response of the M80 Solid Black are achieved through specialized capsule engineering. It houses a proprietary, ultra-thin, and incredibly low-mass capsule assembly. Because the diaphragm is significantly lighter than those found in traditional dynamic microphones, it responds to incoming sound waves with rapid accuracy, capturing sharp vocal inflections and instrument attacks with pristine clarity.

This high-performance capsule drives a custom-wound AMI/TAB-Funkenwerk output transformer. This premium, American-made hardware component provides the M80 with its signature authority and high analog headroom. It matches internal impedances flawlessly while smoothing out harsh digital artifacts, resulting in a rich low-end focus and a robust midrange presence that helps the sound source cut cleanly through a dense live mix or a studio project.

Tight Supercardioid Pattern and Balanced Proximity Control:

The M80 Solid Black is optimized to conquer the challenges of loud live stages and untreated tracking environments. Its tightly controlled Supercardioid polar pattern creates a highly focused pickup zone directly in front of the capsule, offering exceptional off-axis rejection to eliminate side bleed, room reflections, and stage monitor feedback.

The frequency response curve features an intentional, elegant proximity-effect calibration that prevents low-mid muddiness when a vocalist grips or gets close to the grille. Simultaneously, a subtle presence lift in the upper-mid frequencies highlights vocal articulation and string definitions, delivering a crisp, airy presentation that typically requires heavy equalization on standard dynamic microphones.

All-Black Industrial Elegance and Handcrafted Build:

Every single M80 Solid Black microphone is hand-assembled, calibrated, and sonically verified at Telefunken’s headquarters in South Windsor, Connecticut, USA. The microphone body is built from heavy-duty zinc die-cast components and finished in a rugged matte black powder coat complemented by a matching black nickel-bonded headgrille. This industrial-grade construction is engineered to withstand drop impacts, sweat, and the demanding wear and tear of international touring schedules, all while maintaining a sleek, non-reflective, and ultra-professional visual profile.

Key Features

• STEALTH SOLID BLACK FINISH: Matte black body paired with a matching black grille for a low-profile look under stage lights and camera lenses.

• CONDENSER-LIKE PERFORMANCE: Captures open-air top-end shimmer and intricate vocal nuances using a high-transient dynamic design.

• AMI/TAB-FUNKENWERK TRANSFORMER: Equipped with a custom American-made output transformer for pristine impedance matching, depth, and clarity.

• LOW-MASS DIAPHRAGM CAPSULE: Ultra-thin capsule element delivers rapid transient response and avoids the boxy sound of typical dynamic mics.

• TIGHT SUPERCARDIOID PATTERN: Maximizes front-facing isolation while aggressively rejecting side-axis stage bleed and monitor feedback.

• ANTI-PROXIMITY EFECT TUNING: Tailored low-end response prevents vocal boominess and muddy mid-bass build-up when used up close.

• EXTREME 135 dB SPL HANDLING: Effortlessly manages intense sound pressure levels without internal distortion or capsule clipping.

• VERSATILE STUDIO CHAMELEON: Excels equally on stage for lead vocals as it does in the studio for snare drums, brass instruments, and electric guitar cabs.

• HAND-TESTED IN THE USA: Proudly assembled, calibrated, and quality-checked at Telefunken's Connecticut facility.

Technical Specifications

What’s Included in the Box

• 1 x Telefunken M80 Solid Black Dynamic Series Handheld Microphone Main Unit

• 1 x Telefunken M 780 Heavy-Duty Break-Resistant Microphone Clip

• 1 x Telefunken MC11 Compact Protective Zippered Storage Pouch

• 1 x Official Telefunken Elektroakustik Sticker & User Manual