The beyerdynamic TG V70d is a dynamic live vocal microphone with a hypercardioid polar pattern from the company's Touring Gear series. It features excellent workmanship, comes in a simple yet modern design and, in contrast to the V70ds, does without an ON/OFF switch. Thanks to its voice-optimised response, the V70d is characterised by high speech intelligibility and is insensitive to plosive "pop" sounds, in addition to which it is also extremely resistant to feedback. The scope of delivery additionally includes a microphone clip and a plastic carrying case.
The beyerdynamic TG V70d delivers a high-resolution sound which cuts through the mix without sacrificing naturalness thanks to its two-stage treble resonator for optimised high-frequency reproduction as well as a pronounced proximity effect for more low-frequency response. While beyerdynamic specifies the frequency response for distant miking as 90Hz to 16kHz, the transmission of low frequencies for close miking is said to come close to 25Hz. The V70d operates with an open circuit voltage of 3.2mV/Pa and weighs 345g, which means it fits just perfectly in the hand.
The beyerdynamic TG V70d is primarily designed for professional stage use, where the transducer makes a convincing case with its powerful sound that gives plenty of presence to the vocals. The robust construction, the capsule suspension that dampens solid-borne sound, and the high level of feedback protection ensure smooth live operation - all of which is a testament to the microphone's excellent price-performance ratio. It will certainly be a very good choice for sound engineers, bands, and vocalists with high demands in terms of workmanship and sound.
beyerdynamic was founded in Berlin in 1924 as a manufacturer of cinema loudspeakers. In 1937, Eugen Beyer developed the DT 48, the first set of dynamic headphones, followed two years later by the M 19 dynamic microphone. After the Second World War, the company moved to Heilbronn, Germany, and now also has a US subsidiary with headquarters in Farmingdale, New York. beyerdynamic's most popular products traditionally include headphones and microphones for both live and studio use, and the company also has a strong presence in the consumer and conference technology sectors as well as in the field of installation microphones, interpreter consoles, and tour guide systems.
The voice-optimised response of the beyerdynamic TG V70d is ideal for female and high-pitched male voices, as it can add more volume to vocals. The pronounced proximity effect ensures that less powerful voices are supported with a solid bass response. In this way, you should get powerful results even without the need for EQ controls. Additionally, the hypercardioid polar pattern not only provides a high level of feedback protection, but also strongly focuses on the sound source, meaning that laterally incoming signals are effectively suppressed.