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LCT 840
What you see is what you get
Super-low self-noise multi-pattern tube microphone with a spectacular view.
WARM & CLASSIC VINTAGE SOUND
Classic microphone with modern features
The LCT 840, equipped with a precision-engineered 1″ capsule, stands for exceptionally warm and classic tube sound. It offers highly nuanced and authentic sound reproduction in the studio and even on stage. 5 switchable polar patterns, 3 low-cut settings, and 3 pre-attenuation settings make the LCT 840 a highly versatile tool.
The future of vintage
Innovation and heritage brought together
The LCT 840 is just like its place of origin - Vienna, Austria - a mixture of old and new, traditional heritage and high-tech. We love rich tube sound and we love modern design. Combining them both in the LCT 840 is a dream come true for all recording professionals.
“The LCT 840 sounds like a very warm-sounding U87 with a cleaner low end, and it really solved a lot of my EQing issues.”
J.P Negrete
J.P. Negrete is the founder of Melrose Sound Studios in LA. He has worked with artists including Flo Rida, Skrillex, Nelly, Jason Derulo, Cody Simpson, Pitbull, B.o.B, Kelly Rowland, David Guetta, Tyrese, and many more.
"OK, how does it sound? In a word, fantastic. Warmest, smoothest, tube mic I've ever used. I do a lot of vintage type stuff like bluegrass, vintage country etc. The 840 is perfect for vocals for a vintage vocal sound. No hype on the high end. No muddyness on the low end. Just a perfectly balanced albeit warm and somewhat dark sound. Running through a tube/transformer preamp results in vintage sound dripping with warmth and mojo."
Rob Coates, Gearslutz
LCT 840
What you see is what you get
LEWITT’s LCT 840 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" capsule, the LCT 840 stands for warm and classic tube sound. This rugged multi-purpose microphone is perfectly suited for miking vocals and instruments, this rugged multi-purpose microphone and it 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 LCT 840 a highly versatile tool for professional audio engineers and performers looking for true and authentic tube sound. Like all LEWITT mics, the LCT 840 stands out for its extremely low self-noise and high dynamic range.The 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 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 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.
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 Ω
- Rated load impedance
1,000 Ω
- 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
Microphones measured according to: IEC 60268-4
Phantom power according to: IEC 61938
Noise measurement according to: IEC 60268-1
Included: Shock mount, Windscreen, 11-pin audio cable, LCT 840 PSU, Protective case
Related content
User Review LCT 840
www.gearslutz.com
11/25/2015 - 10:40
Rob Coates did a short user review of the LCT 840 on gearslutz.com. Conclusion: How does it sound? In a word, fantastic! Warmest, smoothest, tube mic I've ever used.
Postmodern Jukebox
"The LEWITT mics are very versatile!"
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox is a genre-busting, rotating collective of musicians and vocalists that reimagines modern pop hits in a style that recalls jazz, ragtime, and swing classics from 1920s, ’30s, ’40s, and ‘50s.
Atlantic Records NY
“Everyone’s been really pleased by the LCT 840’s warmth and detail."
Atlantic Records has been a home of choice to legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Cher, Cream, and countless others.
LEWITT USER STORY
Matt at his Ice Cream Factory Studio with the LCT 840
10/01/2017 - 08:44
I’m Matt, and I was raised as a keyboard player and bassist in East Lansing, Michigan.
Adrian Odle
LEWITT goes Reggae
05/26/2017 - 14:50
In his 15 year career Adrian has worked with Maxi Priest, Third World, Alison Hinds, En Vogue, Elan Trotman, Arturo Tappin, Nicholas Brancker, 2 Mile Hill and many others. Since 2007, he has been touring consistently with International Reggae Legend Beres Hammond and is currently the Production Manager and Head Engineer.
Common Kings
"LEWITT gives you the sound of who you are as an artist!"
Common Kings style of music is a collection of inspirations orchestrated into an array of head rocking beats, feel good vibes, and emotional fever.
Keith Harris
"LEWITT brings out the natural sound of the instrument or voice!"
Grammy Award winning record producer, songwriter music veteran Keith Harris is the DaVinci behind many of the top recording and live acts on the pop scene today.
J.P. Negrete
In the Studio with Kelly Rowland & the LCT 840
09/30/2017 - 14:30
About Juan Pablo Negrete
Juan Pablo Negrete alias J.P. is the founder of Melrose Sound Studios in LA. He previously worked as head engineer at Atlantic Records and Warner Music Group.
