Beyerdynamic BEYER M 219 Vintage Omnidirectional Microphone 1964

An exceptionally rare collector-grade vintage Beyer (Beyerdynamic) M 219 omnidirectional dynamic moving-coil microphone (Tauchspulenmikrofon). Stamped with an exact final inspection date of February 28, 1964, this unit comes complete with its original textured linen presentation box, foam insert, and matching serial-numbered warranty card. Overview & Sonic Character Before becoming "Beyerdynamic," Eugen Beyer’s Heilbronn factory crafted some of the most precise dynamic capsules in West Germany. The M 219 is a slim-profile, broadcast/studio-quality pencil dynamic microphone featuring an omnidirectional polar pattern. Because it operates as a pressure receiver, the M 219 exhibits zero proximity effect—delivering an ultra-smooth, natural low end regardless of distance. It excels at: Acoustic Instruments: Guitars, strings, and piano where natural room resonance and true transient response are desired. Drum Overheads & Rooms: Capturing open, phase-coherent ambient sound without low-frequency proximity build-up. Guitar Cabinets & Brass: Handling high SPL with classic warm, detailed 1960s German dynamic tone. Collector Provenance & Paperwork Exact Date Stamp: The original Garantie-Karte (warranty sheet) features the official factory ENDKONTROLLE 28. Feb. 1964 stamp with the (K 1) inspector seal. Original Packaging: Includes the original grey linen-textured box clearly printed with "BEYER Tauchspulenmikrofon M 219 - Made in W.-Germany". Technical Specifications Manufacturer: Eugen Beyer elektrotechn. Fabrik (Heilbronn, West Germany) Model: M 219 Transducer Type: Dynamic Moving-Coil (Tauchspulenmikrofon) Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional Nominal Impedance: 200 Ohm Finish: Vintage enamel grey body with silver metal trim Condition Operational: Tested and fully functional with normal output output efficiency and clean tone. Cosmetic: Excellent vintage condition. The body lacquer and metal collar retain their original finish with light signs of handling consistent with its 60+ year age (see close-up photos). Box & Papers: The original box is structurally intact with minimal shelf wear. The internal foam and original inspection card are well-preserved. What’s Included (1) Vintage 1964 Beyer M 219 Dynamic Microphone 200 Ohm (1) Original Beyer Linen-Textured Storage Box (1) Original Factory Garantie-Karte (QC Date: Feb 28, 1964) Shipping & Handling Packed with extreme care using high-density bubble wrap inside a sturdy outer shipping container. Please check my other vintage microphones