Telefunken M60 FET

A Modern Phantom-Powered Pencil Microphone

The M60 FET reinterprets the classic small-diaphragm 'pencil' condenser with an ultra-clean, true Class-A discrete circuit and an American-made transformer, delivering exceptional transient response and SPL handling (frequency response +/-3dB from 20Hz to 20kHz). Thread-on TK6x series capsules let the user switch between Cardioid (TK60), Omnidirectional (TK61) and Hypercardioid (TK62) polar patterns, making it a versatile choice for acoustic guitar, drum overheads and cymbals, percussion and live sound.

This listing covers the single-capsule configurations: Cardioid, Omnidirectional and Hypercardioid, each available individually or as a matched Stereo Set. TELEFUNKEN also offers this platform as an interchangeable-capsule Master Set (one amplifier body with all three capsules) and as a Deluxe Tri-Mono Set for Decca-tree work — these are not currently listed here; contact us if you need one of these configurations.

Features

• Punchy tone with extended high-frequency clarity and low-end definition
• Ultra-fast transient response and extended frequency range
• Thread-on TK6x series capsules: Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional
• High-headroom, low-noise phantom-powered FET amplifier
• Designed and hand-assembled in the USA

Technical Specifications

• Type: FET Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Hypercardioid (capsule-dependent)
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
• Power Source: +48V Phantom Power
• Capsule: TK60/TK61/TK62, edge-terminated small diaphragm, thread-on
• Transformer: TELEFUNKEN T61CT
• Sensitivity: 10 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
• Max SPL (1% THD): > 135 dB
• S/N Ratio: 89 dBA
• Dimensions: 140 mm L x 20 mm Dia
• Weight: 110 g

Available Configurations

• M60 FET Cardioid (single / Stereo Set)
• M61 FET Omnidirectional (single / Stereo Set)
• M62 FET Hypercardioid (single / Stereo Set)
• M60 FET Master-Set: interchangeable TK60/61/62 capsules (single / Stereo Set)
• M60 Deluxe Tri-Mono Set: three matched mics for Decca-tree recording
• M60 FET Amplifier Body: bare body without capsule