What Is a Tube Microphone?

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Tube microphones are revered thanks to their exceptional sonic warmth and velvety smoothness, a mic locker must-have for studios needing a rock-solid solution to bring out the best in vocals. In this video, Sweetwater‘s Mitch Gallagher delves deeper into tube mics, noting their specs and construction with detailed descriptions of their awesome tonal qualities. Check it out!
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If you didn’t know, now you know! How would you use a tube mic in your studio? Share your thoughts in the comments, and shop all tube condenser microphones at Sweetwater 👉 bit.ly/3sVJVj4

[@tinfoilhatter]

hey here's one for ya tho: what's a you-tube-microphone, when before-y'know it, the frickin' thing's hidden/bann'd anyway, am-i-right?
ok, ok, sorry, what's this all about, oh yes: it's all-about-the-gear, among other things, i hear ya, it's comin' thru, sorta-kinda, haha,,,,listening now, and may or may not make a comment or two if that's alright with you?
thanks, sweetwater, longtime subscriber, and someday-major-customer/buyer~~~

[@rivsondeck]

I like the Korg Minilogue Xd patch example at the beginning of the video

[@jasper_north]

Best company ever!!! Love them. Keep us informed of the latest please. Thanks.

[@asbregafio8891]

Hello, I have a very particular question for you😅, since you always bring videos related to the work of sound via software, do you have any practical advice to obtain an improved sound in earphones (with active ANC) for long study sessions? (modifying the sound) That is, implemented to maintain concentration, to avoid distractions, and to deliver the right frequencies / wavelengths to the brain for beneficial purposes. I think this may have practical feedback to what you usually do, that is, there is something you can do to (lightly) touch the music and perform better in the studio. I know scientifically there is something (like beneficial frequencies and more). Certainly, like yours, an advanced knowledge of sound, mixing, changing musical parameters etc may suggest doing something. Comq congratulations for the contents you bring.

[@hel_sim]

Fantastic! 👌👌👌
Have a nice weekend!

[@zegreenemachine8160]

Hey Sweetwater! I think you guys flashed an image of a FET 47 (solid state Condenser) when you were going over some of the famous Tube Mics, instead of the normal U47 (the tube version. Taller than FET) I hope someone fixes that.

[@videogameislove1404]

hi, great video! I have one questions: How often do you have to replace the tube inside the mic?

[@sweetwater]

Hi, thanks for your interest! That’s an excellent question, and it really depends on a number of factors - including the specific mic and tube(s), how often you’re using the microphone, and how well the microphone is cared for. Under ideal conditions with normal use, tubes can last 5 years or more. You’ll know if the tube needs to be replaced because the microphone won’t sound right - it could produce extra noise, or even a distorted sound. Feel free to contact me directly with further questions, and thanks again!
Caleb Lowrey, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, [phone] ext. 1620, [e-mail]

[@PetraKann]

I was wondering about the power or voltage needed to run the vacuum tube - normally it’s ~400 V.
I only wonder about Neumann U47 and U67 mics (over $10,000 each here in Australia which is worth more than my entire home studio (and I have 4 mics))

[@marcellina.]

thank you so much!

[@iainmackenzieUK]

Letting the tube warm up for 30 minutes or longer. Is this also true for a tube compressor such as the CL1B?
Thank you

[@sweetwater]

Hey, Lain. Yes, that is great standard practice when running any kind of tube gear! The same applies for that compressor that would for a mic, or a guitar amp.
I hope that helps!
Nick Pasquino, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, [phone] ext. 3230, [e-mail]

[@TheMoodKings]

We used the Telefunken Large Diaphragm tube condenser mic in our last recording ❤❤❤. You should hear it. It sounds amazing on the lead vocals!

[@B.P.hiphop]

Sweetwater is the best

[@NDULEENTERTAINMENT]

Hi!
Can you ship overseas?

[@sweetwater]

Hello! There may be some restrictions on shipping certain gear internationally, but we'd be glad to look into it for you. When you have a moment, please give us a call at [phone] or email us at [e-mail]. You may also visit www.sweetwater.com/about/contact
Thank you for the message!

[@BojanBojovic]

Tube microphones today are a marketing gimmick.