DA 87i
The DA 87i delivers U87 style sound for a fraction of the price. Made from high-quality components — including our DA-K87 capsule, our proprietary recreation of the vintage circuit, and our custom output transformer.
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Estimated shipping late June.
A meticulous tribute to an iconic studio microphone.
The DA 87i combines the most sought after microphone circuit with premium components that are sure to impress even the most discerning purist.
Vintage Circuit
The DA 87i combines our proprietary reproduction of the original vintage circuit with premium audiophile components for the ultimate blend of authentic tone and long-term reliability.
Quality Materials
The elegant nickel-plated brass body provides the durability and heft you'd only expect from a significantly more expensive microphone.
Mic Capsule
The DA-K87 mic capsule has been designed to faithfully produce the same frequency response as the earliest K87 mic capsules. It delivers a warm, musical tone with remarkably smooth highs.
Custom Transformer
Our all-new DA-BV13 output transformer was developed specifically for the DA 87i. With a high nickel core and authentic winding ratio, the DA-BV13 delivers exceptional bandwidth and low phase shift.
Hearing is believing
Performance by Adam Day
No compromises
Only the best components
In order to achieve the most faithful vintage sound, the DA 87i uses the highest quality materials throughout, including components from Vishay, Dale, WIMA, Panasonic, and more — polystyrene caps too.
Professional Shock mount & Wood Box
Protect in style
The included professional shock mount isolates your microphone from low-frequency noise and vibration for cleaner audio capture. And when your session is finished, every microphone deserves a good home. With the included custom wood box, you can safely store your DA 87i in style.
DA 87i Frequency Response
More info for the curious
- Professional large diaphragm studio condenser microphone based on the earliest Neumann U87i designs
- Perfect reproduction of the original U87 style circuit
- DA-K87 — a stunning reproduction of the vintage K87 mic capsule
- Custom DA-BV13 output transformer
- Audiophile components including polystyrene capacitors
- Cardioid, figure 8, and omni pickup patterns
- Lo-cut (HPF) and -10dB (pad) switches
- Wood storage box, shock mount, and swivel mount included
- Self noise — 18 dBA
- Signal-to-noise — 76 dB
- Maximum SPL — 122 dB (132 dB with 10 dB pad engaged)
- Frequency Response — 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Interface — 3-pin XLR
- 48V phantom power required
Customer Reviews
Our studio bought one, used it for 2 days, and bought a second one. I'm not a fan of the new (N) U87s, but these mics are solid in both build quality and sonic signature. The top is pleasing without being overly hyped and harsh. Thank you for a fine microphone!
Got it to compliment my now 3 up my game mics, this DA 87i, a WA251, & AT 4050. The DA 87i is a very rock sounding mic that provides a voice that I hadn't been getting with my previous mics easily. It seems sturdily built & works well with my preamps. Compared to my previous although good mics like AT 2020 & MXL 67i & even my NADY 1050, they are V6 Compared to the DA87i Shelby GT 500
I still can't believe the price I paid for this mic. The build and sound quality is top notch. I've never owned or used a vintage U87 but I own a recreation from another boutique builder. The DA 87i and the other both sound incredible but different enough to warrant owning both. This mic will get a lot of use in my small studio. Thanks for the super fast shipping as well!
Excellent build quality and a nice clear warm sound!
Very happy with my decision to buy from Dachman! .
I spent years fighting mixes recording vocals with an a dynamic mic. This fixed all my problems right out of the box. And my recordings still sound DIY. ;)
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