Expert take · Tier C
Who is the Neumann - TLM 103 for?
Budget-tier microphone. The 65.4 score sits in C-tier (58-67) — the formula flags meaningful weaknesses against premium peers.
Reasonable if cost is the deciding factor and the spec weaknesses don't matter for your use. Check the spec table below carefully before buying.
Mars Score is computed from 6 measured specs against the transparent formula for the microphones category. No editorial picks, no paid placement.
Quick stats
At a glance
- Type
- Condenser
- Connection
- XLR
- Polar pattern
- Cardioid
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All specifications
Spec
- Type
- Condenser
- Polar pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency response?
- 20Hz–20kHz
- Max SPL
- 138 dB
Connectivity
- Connection
- XLR
- Headphone out
- false
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