4047 SV (LC)
Model: U47 / U47 FET style large diaphragm condenser microphone (modernized)
“SV” = Solid state vintage-style “LC” = Low Cut active
SOUND CHARACTER
- low controlled (thanks to the low cut)
- medium warm and musical
- high sweet (never harsh)
- answer very natural
in practice: warmer than a 414, more controlled than a U87, less "clinical" than the 4060
TIMBRIC PERSONALITY
it's a mic:
- smooth
- modern vintage
- very musical
- slightly naturally compressed
perfect for: album-ready sounds clean lead refined rock
Controls
Axis Interaction
- ON-axis → more definition
- OFF-axis → softer
with this mic: OFF-axis = premium sound ON-axis = more presence
Gain (dB)
- adjusts the mic level
- It does NOT change the timbre
Mic Distance (inch)
- Distance 1–2”: warm, present
- Distance 2–4”: perfect balance
- Distance 4–6”: very natural
Low (dB)
low cut already active in the mic
- therefore: there is NO need to cut too much, you can also boost slightly
High (dB)
- very sensitive
- tall already soft
use: +1 / +2 → opens rarely needs cutting
Delay (ms)
useful for: multi-mic depth
Ambience (Y/N)
recommended ON
Amb Level (dB)
- low → natural
- medium → study
Amb Size (ms)
- 40–80 ms → perfect
- 80+ → very ambient
Pro Tips
QUICK SUMMARY
- type: vintage capacitor
- character: warm / smooth
- strength: naturalness
- top use: study
ON DARK CAB (PPC, Orange)
perfect opens the sound
ON MODERN CABs (VHIII, 6505)
very balanced less aggressive
ON VINTAGE CAB (Windsor, Vintage BR)
ideal emphasizes musicality
ON HI-FI CAB (TVX, SW Giant)
it may be too "smooth" it is better to combine it with dynamic
PRO
natural, zero harsh sound, very musical, perfect for studio use
AGAINST
less aggressive less suitable for extreme metal can be too soft
PRO RULES (IMPORTANT)
This mic works best when:
DO NOT use it too close DO NOT make it too bright you let it "breathe"
Setup Examples
CLEAN HI-END (TOP)
- super realistic