Old Lyme, Conn.–What do you associate with the number 87? Almost

every audio engineer or musician immediately thinks of the Neumann U 87,

probably the world’s best-known studio microphone, which is celebrating its

40th anniversary this year.

Those who send a short video message (maximum 30 seconds) concerning

their associations with the U 87 to My-U87-Message@Neumann.com via e-mail or MMS by December 31, 2007, have the chance to win a special prize that is not

for sale on the market. A drawing will be held among the 87 most interesting

entries, for the prize of a trip to Neumann Berlin, providing an in-depth

insight into the secrets of development and manufacture of the U 87 and all

of the other legendary Neumann microphones. Of course there will also be

ample time for sightseeing in the constantly changing metropolis. Additional

information and conditions for participation can be found at

www.neumann.com.

The U 87 Anniversary Set will be available in a few weeks. As Wolfgang

Fraissinet, president of marketing and sales at Neumann Berlin, explains,

“This special edition set is something which collectors, fans, and all those

who have ever dreamed of owning a U 87 can look forward to. It is an

exclusive version with unique product features.”