Detail 01
K47-style capsule
A center-terminated large-diaphragm capsule modeled after the Neumann K47.
Product detailSKU #1500000428458
TELEFUNKENTF17 Large Diaphragm Condenser
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A USA-assembled large-diaphragm condenser with vintage German-inspired voicing, premium FET circuitry and a K47-style capsule.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording vocals with rich low end, articulate mids and smooth highs
- Capturing drums, bass and guitar
- Portable phantom-powered recording setups
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers seeking a vintage microphone rather than a modern design inspired by vintage German models
- Setups without phantom power
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
FET circuitry
The microphone uses premium FET circuitry and through-hole components in its signal path.
Detail 03
OEP Carnhill transformer
A UK-made output transformer described as providing smooth frequency response with minimal distortion.
Detail 04
Assembled in the USA
Telefunken states that the TF17 is assembled in the USA.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The TF17 requires phantom power.
- 02Its sound is described as full-bodied, with extended low end, prominent midrange and smooth highs.
- 03It is designed for high-SPL recording and uses a compact, portable form factor.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What type of microphone is the TF17?
It is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone.
02What power does the TF17 use?
It operates on phantom power.
03What sources is the TF17 intended to capture?
Telefunken identifies vocals, drums, bass and guitar among its intended uses.
04What components shape its sound?
The TF17 uses a center-terminated K47-style capsule, premium FET circuitry, through-hole components and an OEP Carnhill output transformer.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51500000428458
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