Detail 01
Cardioid polar pattern
The microphone uses a cardioid pickup pattern.
Product detailSKU #1500000484261
NeumannU47 FET Bon Scott Edition Condenser Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A limited commemorative U 47 fet reissue with Bon Scott-specific presentation details and the same stated performance as Neumann’s current-production U 47 fet reissue.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording professionals needing a microphone for high-SPL sources
- Studios recording lead vocals, guitar or bass amplifiers, and kick drums
- Collectors and Bon Scott or AC/DC fans seeking one of 300 serialized microphones
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers seeking a different sonic specification from the current-production U 47 fet reissue
- Those who do not need a limited-edition commemorative presentation
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
40 Hz–16 kHz frequency response
Its stated frequency-response range is 40 Hz to 16 kHz.
Detail 03
137/147 dB SPL maximum
The stated maximum SPL is 137 dB at 0.5% THD, increasing to 147 dB with the pad engaged.
Detail 04
48 V phantom power
The microphone requires P48 phantom power compliant with IEC 61938.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This edition is technically identical to the current-production U 47 fet reissue.
- 02It requires 48 V phantom power.
- 03Maximum SPL is 137 dB, or 147 dB with the integrated pad engaged.
- 04Production is limited to 300 microphones worldwide, serialized 80001 through 80300.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How does the Bon Scott Edition differ from the standard U 47 fet?
It has the same performance and specifications as the current-production U 47 fet reissue, with exclusive Bon Scott cosmetics, individual serialization, a black wooden presentation box, and a commemorative booklet.
02How many U 47 fet Bon Scott Edition microphones were made?
Neumann limited the edition to 300 microphones worldwide, individually serialized from 80001 through 80300.
03What recording applications is it stated for?
The supplied product information identifies lead vocals, guitar amplifiers, bass cabinets, kick drums, and other high-SPL sources.
04Why is Bon Scott associated with this microphone?
The product information states that producers Harry Vanda and George Young selected a Neumann U 47 fet for Bon Scott’s performances during sessions for AC/DC recordings including the 1977 album Let There Be Rock.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Rated impedance
- 150 ohm
- Recommended load impedance
- 1 kohm
3 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Microphone body
- Bon Scott name and signature
- Housing finish
- Matte black
2 detailsConnections & power
- Supply voltage
- 48V ±4V
- Maximum output level
- -3.3dBu
2 detailsSize & weight
- Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted)
- 76dB (re. 94dB SPL)
- Equivalent noise level (A-weighted)
- 18dB-A
23 detailsOther
- Artist
- Bon Scott Edition
- Power requirement
- 48V phantom power (P48, IEC 61938)
- Connector
- XLR 3-pin female
- Acoustical operating principle
- Pressure gradient transducer
- Equivalent noise level (CCIR)
- 25dB
- Current consumption
- 0.5mA
- Tier
- new
- Limited Edition
- Limited to 300 units worldwide
- Frequency response
- 40Hz–16kHz
- Category Source
- detail
- Maximum SPL
- 137dB SPL (0.5% THD)
- Product type
- Large-diaphragm FET condenser microphone
- Dimensions
- 2.48" × 6.30"
- Korena Special
- false
- Weight
- 1.57 lb.
- Maximum SPL (with pad)
- 147dB SPL (0.5% THD)
- Graphics
- Bon Scott commemorative artwork
- Polar pattern
- Cardioid
- Sensitivity
- 8mV/Pa (-42dBV ±1dB) @ 1kHz into 1 kohm
- Product Type
- Large-diaphragm FET condenser microphone
- Model
- U 47 FET
- Source Id
- site51500000484261
- Signal-to-noise ratio (CCIR)
- 69dB (re. 94dB SPL)
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