The Neumann EA 2 (catalogue number 008432) is the nickel-finish elastic suspension, or shock mount, that retailers list for Neumann's D-01 digital studio microphone and the TLM 49. A shock mount isolates the microphone from vibration coming up through the stand - floor rumble, footsteps, stand knocks - so that low-frequency noise doesn't reach the capsule and the recording stays clean. The microphone screws into the threaded ring inside an elastic cradle, which is held in a nickel frame. The EA 2 has a swivel mount with a 5/8-inch-27 female thread, plus a thread adapter for stands with 1/2-inch and 3/8-inch threads. Neumann also offers a black version (EA 2 mt, 008428) to match matte black microphones, and replacement elastic bands are sold separately. It suits recording studios, vocal booths, broadcast and voice-over rooms using a compatible Neumann microphone. Confirm microphone compatibility with Neumann's documentation before ordering for a model not listed here.