Telefunken Elektroakustik TF17 — A Mix Real-World Review
The Mix review team puts the Telefunken Elektroakustik TF17 large-diaphragm microphone to the test—and loves it.
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The Mix review team puts the Telefunken Elektroakustik TF17 large-diaphragm microphone to the test—and loves it.
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