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LEWITT LCT550 Cardioid Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

SKU: LWT.2225.0004

LEWITT SKU: LCT550

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Lewitt LCT 550


Super-low self-noise large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone

Description

The LCT 550 is the first and only large-diaphragm studio microphone ever to achieve 0 dB (A) self-noise*. That makes it possible to capture even extremely weak signals with great precision and detail.

The Austrian-developed LCT 550 sets new standards in terms of more than just self-noise. A dynamic range of 140 dB (A) guarantees the best-possible results even in challenging settings. The three pre-attenuation levels (0 dB, -6 dB and -12 dB) increase maximum SPL to as high as 155 dB (A). The LCT 550 also offers a clipping history as well as an auto-attenuation mode that automatically switches to the next level of attenuation if the signal is too strong. For the elimination of structure-borne noise, there are two high-pass filters: 80Hz, 12dB/octave and 160Hz, 6dB/octave.

Manufacturing tolerances have been minimized thanks to highly precise calibration of the capsule and the electronics – which means that any two microphones from this series, set identically, will always form a matched pair at +/- 0 dB!

* 0dB-A electronics only, 3 dB (A) according to IEC 60268-1 due to Brownian motion (in simple terms: the sound caused by the movement of air molecules ...)

 

Features

  • A perfect match – highly precise calibration of capsule and electronics means that any two microphones from this series will always form a matched pair at +/- 0 dB
  • Precise transient response thanks to the 3-micron-thin, gold-layered, low-mass, 1-inch Mylar diaphragm
  • Extraordinary sensitive: capture even extremely weak signals with great precision and detail
  • Cardioid polar pattern for effective rear sound rejection
  • 0 dB (A) self-noise from electronics and circuitry *
  • 140 dB dynamic range Max. SPL of 155 dB (A)
  • Immune to electromagnetic interference thanks to transformerless preamplifier circuitry
  • Illuminated user interface for quick and easy handling in dark environments
  • Noiseless pushbuttons for attenuation and low-cut selection
  • Automatic Attenuation and Clipping History mode
  • Rugged zinc die-cast body
  • Internal shock mount for maximum reduction of structure borne noise
  • Corrosion-resistant gold-plated 3-pin XLR output connector
 

Top applications

  • Classical instruments and ensembles
  • Ambitious stereo recording techniques (XY, ORTF, AB, ...)
  • Vocals & background vocals
  • Acoustic instruments (strings, guitars, piano and similar)
  • Drum & percussion overhead

Tech Data

Acoustical operating principle pressure gradient transducer, externally polarized
Diaphragm 3 micron gold sputtered Mylar
Transducer Ø  25,4 mm / 1 inch
Polar pattern  cardioid
Frequency range  20 to 20.000 Hz
Sensitivity  36 mV / Pa (-29 dBV), +/- 0 dB @ 1 kHz
Signal / noise ratio  91 dB (A)
Equivalent noise level 0 dB (A) self-noise from electronics and circuitry
3 dB (A) according to IEC 60268-1 due to Brownian motion
Dynamic range of FET mic. Amp.  140 dB (A)
Max. SPL for 0,5 % THD 143 dB, 0 dB pre-attenuation
Pre-attenuation pad  6 dB, 12 dB, switchable
Low cut 12 dB / octave at 80 Hz
Rated impedance  < 150 ohms
Rated load impedance  > 1.000 ohms
Supply voltage  48 V +/- 4 V
Current consumption  5,5 mA
Enclosure  Zinc die cast
Connector  gold plated 3-pin XLR
Dimensions 158 x 52 x 36 mm / 6,22 x 2,04 x 1,42 inch
Net weight  425 g / 14,9 oz
 
 

Details

Type Studio
Best for Vocals
Series LCT
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Transducer Type Condenser
Diaphragm Large
Diaphragm Diameter 25.4 mm - 1 in
Maximum SPL 143 dBSPL, 0 dB pre-attenuation
Sensitivity 36 mV/Pa, -29 dBV/Pa
Frequency Range 20 ... 20,000 Hz
Dynamic Range 140 dB (A)
Rated Impedance 150 Ω
Rated Load Impedance 1,000 Ω
Equivalent Noise Level 3 dB (A)
Signal / Noise Ratio 91 dB (A)
Pre-Attenuation 0 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB
Low-Cut Filter linear, 80 Hz (12 dB/oct), 160 Hz (6 dB/oct)
Connection Wired (XLR)
Cable Included
Supply Voltage 48 V +/- 4 V
Has PSU? No
Current Consumption 5.5 mA
Dimensions 158 x 52 x 36 mm - 6.22 x 2.04 x 1.42 in
Weight 425 g, 14.9 oz

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