beyerdynamic M 130 Bi-Directional Double-Ribbon Microphone

Similar to the M 160, the beyerdynamic M 130 dynamic double-ribbon microphone is exceptional in terms of production and sound. This classic microphone has been intricately hand-made at the company headquarters in Heilbronn, Germany, since 1957. Thanks to the globally unique double-ribbon system and naturally intricate sound recording, the M 130 continues to set standards to this day.

RIBBON SOUND FOR A VARIETY OF SOURCES

Depending on its positioning and spatial situation, the dynamic double-ribbon M 130 can be used to record drums, electric guitar amps, pianos, acoustic guitars, orchestras, choirs or room ambience. Thanks to its broad and balanced frequency response of 40–18.000 Hz, the M 130 offers impressive natural, authentic sound. Its high impulse fidelity is achieved thanks to the low mass of the two pure aluminum ribbons. The M 130, which has a figure-eight polar pattern, is also the perfect choice when sound from the sides needs to be blocked when recording.

A MICROPHONE WITH AMBIENCE

The figure-eight polar pattern of the M 130 makes it ideal for stereo recording. For example, two M 130 can be used to create a Blumlein pair for superb-sounding room ambience recording. The M 130 can be used with another hypercardioid or supercardioid microphone such as the dynamic double-ribbon M 160 or the MC 950 true-condenser microphone for M/S recording. The combination of two double-ribbon microphones with a hypercardioid or figure-eight polar pattern is unique on the market and offered only by beyerdynamic.

A CLOSER LOOK: THE FIGURE-EIGHT POLAR PATTERN

Microphones with a figure-eight polar pattern record signals equally well from the front and back of the microphone. This means that they demonstrate superb off-axis behavior and block out signals from the sides (at 90° and 270°). Compared to double-ribbon microphones that imitate a figure of eight by using two capsules, real figure-eight capsules such as that of the M 130 have exceptionally high sound and frequency stability.

A COMPACT SOUND SENSATION

With a length of 12.8 centimeters and weight of 150 grams, the M 130 can undoubtably be called compact and lightweight. This makes it quick and easy to position in any situation. Used predominantly in the studio, the M 130 is extraordinarily robust for a ribbon microphone. This classic microphone now comes safely stored in a sturdy hard case.

HANDMADE IN GERMANY SINCE 1957

The M 130 and M 160 set new standards for microphones “Made in Germany”. During the production process, two hand-stamped wafer-thin pure aluminum ribbons (0.003 mm thick) are inserted into a magnet gap that is only a few millimeters wide. The space between the two ribbons is just 0.5 mm. Because this job requires extreme dexterity, there are currently only a few employees able to build this microphone.

In addition, sound-relevant components such as the triple-layered microphone grille are handmade. All of this is reflected in its excellent quality. Every microphone is a masterpiece thanks to exacting precision “Made in Germany”.

FEATURES:

• Unique double-ribbon microphone (figure-eight)
• Ideal for stereo, ambience and instrument recordings
• Excellent at suppressing sound from the sides
• Extraordinary sound character
• Handmade in Germany

M SERIES UPDATED

beyerdynamic's M Series microphones have been synonymous with outstanding product quality for decades. With this facelift, beyerdynamic are leading the microphones into the future. Painstakingly handmade at the company headquarters in Heilbronn, Germany, these renowned microphones are staples of the audio industry. The updated design combines tradition with future without altering the tried-and-tested acoustic signature of the microphone.