The Neumann U 87 Ai condenser microphone is one of the most frequently used studio microphones the world over. Its smooth and refined sound is as iconic as its elegant exterior design. As a standard microphone for speech and vocals the U 87 Ai features three polar patterns plus pad and low-cut options to make it adaptable to a wide range of applications. The U 87 Ai is the epitome of a large-diaphragm condenser microphone. Its tapered body and iconic head grille design have become standard for contemporary microphone design.