Neumann U87 Ai Studio Condenser Microphone from Japan
The Neumann U87 Ai is a legendary large-diaphragm condenser microphone with cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 patterns for professional broadcast and recording. Classified under HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones. Features transformerless circuitry for low distortion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
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