Neumann U87 Ai vs. Neumann TLM49

Video: https://youtu.be/241Yn_IKJRA

Should you get the Neumann U87 Ai or the TLM49? I don't know what you should do, I'm not your dad! But in this video I provide spoken word samples, background noise tests, distance tests, as well as electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and singing tests, and then I share my opinions. I hope this helps you understand the differences between this microphones sonically and in the spec department so that you can make a more informed decision if either of these is right for you.

Recording Settings
Interface: Universal Audio X8
U87 Gain: 30dB (+2.7dB in Post)
TLM49 Gain: 38dB (+2dB in Post)
Conversion: 24-bit / 48khz

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00:00 - Intro to Versus Series
00:25 - Build Quality
01:08 - Blind Comparison
02:20 - Microphone Spoken Word Test (Price / Specs)
03:32 - Polar Pattern Samples
04:10 - Background Noise Tests
04:36 - Distance Tests
05:21 - Isolated Music Tests
06:32 - Multi-Instrument Music Test
09:02 - Winner & Use Case Discussion
11:16 - Summary