The Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone is a premium-class externally polarized dual-diaphragm tube microphone designed to excel in a variety of demanding applications. Equipped with a precision-engineered 1-inch capsule, the LCT 840 stands for exceptionally warm and classic, solid vintage sound.
The Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone is a rugged multi-purpose microphone perfectly suited for miking vocals and instruments. This rugged multi-purpose microphone allows for nuanced sound reproduction in the studio and even onstage. Five switchable polar patterns – omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8, wide cardioid and supercardioid – make the Lewitt LCT 840 a highly versatile tool for professional audio engineers and performers looking for true and authentic tube sound. Like all LEWITT mics, the Lewitt LCT 840 stands out for its extremely low self-noise and high dynamic range.
The Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone also features three levels of settings each for attenuation and low-cut filtering, both of which are controlled by noiseless pushbuttons on the LED-illuminated remote control unit. In addition to its user-friendly controls and advanced technological features, the Lewitt LCT 840 makes an eye-catching design statement: The microphone is equipped with an electromagnetically shielded inspection window on the front side of the body that fully reveals the illuminated tube.
In short, the Lewitt LCT 840 is a unique combination of innovative design, high-end technology, and tube-typical sound quality. With this microphone, you have found your tube mic for life.
Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone Features
- Large diaphragm condenser tube microphone
- Multi-pattern microphone (omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, supercardioid, figure-8)
- Noiseless push buttons for quick and easy attenuation and low-cut filter selection
- 4 Low-cut settings: linear, 40 Hz (12 dB/oct), 150 Hz (6 dB/oct) and 300 Hz (6 dB/oct)
- 3 Pre-attenuation settings: 0 dB, -10 dB and -20 dB
- High dynamic range and low self-noise
- Custom power supply unit with illuminated user interface for easy handling - even in dark environments
- Gold plated & corrosion-resistant 11-pin XLR socket
Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone Applications
- Demanding Studio Applications
- Vocals
- Acoustic Instruments
Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone Specifications
- Type: Condenser, externally polarized
- Acoustical Operating Principle: Pressure gradient transducer
- Transducer Ø: 25.4 mm, 1 in
- Polar Pattern: Omni, wide cardioid, cardioid, supercardioid, figure-8
- Frequency Range: 20 ... 20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa, -33 dBV/Pa (cardioid), 20 mV/Pa, -34 dBV/Pa (omni), 23 mV/Pa, -33 dBV/Pa (figure-8)
- Equivalent Noise Level: 9 dB (A)
- Max. SPL for 0.5 % THD: 139 dBSPL, 0 dB pre-attenuation
- Signal / Noise Ratio: 85 dB (A)
- Dynamic Range: 130 dB (A)
- Pre-Attenuation Pad: 0 dB, -10 dB, -20 dB
- Low-Cut Filter: Linear, 40 Hz (12 dB/oct), 300 Hz (6 dB/oct)
- Internal Impedance: 200 O
- Rated Load Impedance: 1,000 O
- PSU - Supply Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz / 110 V, 60 Hz
- Current Consumption: 170 mA
- Connector: Gold plated 11-pin XLR
- Microphone Dimensions: 192 x 60 x 46 mm, 7.5 x 2.4 x 1.8 in
- Microphone Net Weight: 662 g, 23.3 oz
- PSU Dimensions: 250 x 150 x 70 mm, 9.8 x 5.9 x 2.8 in
- PSU Net Weight: 1894 g, 66.8 oz
Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone Includes
- Lewitt LCT 840 Tube Microphone
- Lewitt LCT 40 SHxx Shock Mount
- Lewitt LCT 40 Wxx Windscreen
- Lewitt LCT 40 Trs 11-Pin Audio Cable
- Lewitt LCT 840 PSU Power Supply w/ Remote Control
- Protective Case
- User Manual
- 2 Year Warranty
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