Telefunken ELA M 251E Matched Pair
- Renowned high-end detail with full-bodied low-frequency definition
- Exceptionally warm, clear, and musical tone
- Selectable polar patterns: Cardioid, Omni, and Figure-8
- Historically accurate US-made CK12 edge-terminated capsule
- TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik 6072A vacuum tube
- Point-to-point wired in the USA, faithful to the original design
- Includes vintage-compatible standmount cable and fully regulated power supply
Product information "Telefunken ELA M 251E Matched Pair"
The ELA M 251E is a faithful and meticulously crafted recreation of one of the most legendary microphones in recording history. Renowned for its smooth yet present and open sonic character, it is a true classic with very few rivals. Perfect for vocals and acoustic instruments, the ELA M 251E delivers an extended, focused low end, detailed midrange, and silky, airy highs. Every unit is 100% true to the original design, with interchangeable parts compatible with microphones over 50 years old, ensuring the same rich, musical response that has made the ELA M 251E a coveted tool in professional studios worldwide.
Each system includes:
- (2x) Matched ELA M 251E Microphones
- M 950ES Power Supply
- (2x) M 850E Sommer Tube Microphone Cables – 10m
- (2x) M 751 Rycote Shock Mounts
- FC50S Locking Flight Case
- (2x) WB50 Wooden Microphone Boxes

Telefunken Elektroakustik
TELEFUNKEN GmbH
Bockenheimer Landstrasse 101 D-60325 Frankfurt am Main Germany
www.telefunken.de
Klemm Music Technology e.K.
Sebastian-Kneipp-Str. 96 37217 Ziegenhagen Deutschland
vertrieb@klemm-music.de
https://klemm-music.de
Type: Vacuum Tube Condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±3 dB
Power Source: External Power Supply
Capsule: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik CK12 – Edge Terminated Large Diaphragm
Tube: TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik 6072A
Transformer: Haufe T14/1
Sensitivity: 17 mV/Pa, ±1 dB
THD at 1 kHz at 1 Pa (Amplifier): < 0.2%
Output Impedance: 200 Ω
Maximum SPL (for 1% THD): 130 dB
S/N Ratio: 85 dBA
Self Noise (Amplifier): 9 dBA
Dimensions: 216 mm L x 50 mm Dia
Weight: 596 g
Included Accessories: Tube Mic Cable, Power Supply, Shock Mount, Wooden Box, Flight Case