Neumann unveils M 50 V, a reissue of its iconic valve microphone

A £10,500 valve mic just stormed NAMM Show 2026, dragging a 1951 orchestral legend back into modern studios with boutique tweaks and zero chill about price.

Reissue flex at NAMM Show 2026

• Neumann showed the M 50 V at the NAMM Show 2026.
• The company revived its classic valve condenser from 1951.
• That original became a go-to for orchestras and film scores.
• Decca Tree setups leaned heavily on the M 50 back then.

What changed under the hood

• Neumann kept the small diaphragm omni inside a 40 mm sphere.
• Engineers swapped in a titanium diaphragm for added durability.
• Its circuit sticks to the vintage layout with a low-noise subminiature valve.
• An RF-proof connector fights modern interference headaches.

Power and build philosophy

• The NM V power supply adjusts itself to local mains voltage.
• That unit also runs vintage M 50 microphones.
• Jorma Marquardt said the goal was to meet legacy and current studio demands.
• Medzid Veseli emphasized hand assembly and strict inspection.

What comes in the box

• The M 50 V microphone is handmade in Germany.
• The NM V power supply handles automatic voltage changes.
• An iconic yoke mount adds mechanical isolation.
• Buyers get a 33-foot cable, case, and matching for pairs.

Price and timing reality check

• Pre-orders for the M 50 V are already open.
• The tag lands at £10,500 with VAT.
• Shipping is slated to begin in February 2026.