Beyerdynamic
beyerdynamic M 130
Double-ribbon dynamic mic, figure-8; end-address
Approximate Some readings for this mic are uncertain; see the graphs.
- Type
- Ribbon
- Pattern
- Figure-8
- Sensitivity
- −57.5 dBV/Pa
- Among 311 mics: more output than 7%
- Rated range
- 40 – 18k Hz
vs 28 ribbons
More output than 11% of 28 ribbons.
Each stripe is one ribbon with a published sensitivity, and each bar counts them; further right means more output. This mic is in blue.
Instruments sources recommend it for most
1 of 2; all under Recommended for.
Proximity effect: the bass it gains up close
From the spec sheet, p. 2.
"This polar pattern and frequency response curve correspond to a typical production sample for this microphone." Distance and room not stated.
Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.
Polar pattern
From the spec sheet, p. 2. Approximate
"This polar pattern and frequency response curve correspond to a typical production sample for this microphone." Distance and room not stated. 0° up, rings labelled -5 to -20 dB; the rear lobe (90° to 180°) is a figure-8's, opposite in polarity (not stated on the sheet).
Approximate: reading error up to about 1 dB.
In practice
All specs
| From the spec sheet | ||
|---|---|---|
| Capsule | double ribbon, pure aluminium, pressure gradient"Operating principle: Pressure gradient"; "Diaphragm: Pure aluminium". | p. 1 |
| Sensitivity | −57.5 dBV/Pa (1.3 mV/Pa)1 kHz. "1.3 mV/Pa (= -57.5 dBV)"; the 2009 sheet calls it "open circuit voltage at 1 kHz". | |
| Output impedance | 200 ohmnominal | |
| Rated load impedance | 1000 ohmminimum. "≥ 1000 Ω". | |
| Rated frequency range | 40 Hz to 18 kHz | |
| Connector | XLR-3 male | |
| Weight | 160 galso 150, without cable, 2009 data sheet. The 2009 data sheet and product information say 150 g without cable. | |
| Dimensions | 38.5 × 128 mmHead diameter × length; shaft diameter 23 mm. | |
| Finish | brass case"Case/finish: Brass". The 2009 leaflet: shaft matt black chrome, head chrome mesh. | |
| Supplied accessories | MA-CL 25 microphone clamp (3/8" thread, 25 mm)"Supplied accessory"; the 2009 sheets list the MKV 8 clamp instead. | |
| Side attenuation | More than 30 dB at 90°, at 1 kHz | |
| Stereo | Two M 130 for Blumlein; M-S with a hyper- or supercardioid such as the M 160 or MC 950 | |
| Order number | 730.173 (2023); 129.534 on the 2009 sheets | |
| Applicationsbeyerdynamic | Stereo, room and instrument recording: drums, guitar amps, piano, acoustic guitar, orchestras, choirs, atmospheres | |
| From the manual | ||
| Mounting | MA-CL 25 clamp for 3/8" stands; unscrew the threaded insert for 5/8" | p. 5 |
| From the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy) | ||
| Optional accessories2009 | EA 19/25 elastic suspension, MKV 6 clamp, WS 260 wind shield, GST 400/500 stands, BMC cables | p. 1 |
Documents
- M 130 Dynamic Double-Ribbon Microphonespec sheet, order # 730.173
- M 130 Dynamic Double-Ribbon Microphone, user manualEN, DE, FR, ES, KO, JA, ZH
- M 130 Dynamic Microphonedata sheet, order # 129.534
- M 130 Produktinformation / Product Information / Informations de produit
Copies kept by Mic Archive (manufacturers move and drop their documents). Each is © Beyerdynamic, unchanged, with its original address.
Recommended for
By recording guides, engineers and mic makers, for this mic or an earlier version of it.
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