1" multi-pattern tube microphoneLCT 840
- Full-bodied tube sound with smooth high-end
- Classic tube sound with modern technology
- 12AX7 tube
- Remote control and power supply in one
- Multi-pattern design
Your tube mic that sounds even better than it looks.
If you are looking for larger-than-life tube sound, look no further. The LCT 840 stands for exceptionally warm and classic tube sound.
The dual triode 12AX7 tube delivers comforting sound with smooth high frequencies, while still preserving the ability to cut through the mix.
Low self-noise and high dynamic range exemplify how the LCT 840 is classic design brought into the present.
Full-bodied tube sound with smooth high-end
The LC10 capsule is precision taken to a new level.
The externally polarized dual-diaphragm 1″ capsule captures every nuance of your performance thanks to its 3-micron-thin, gold-layered, low-mass diaphragms. It handles everything from vocals to full orchestras.
Warmth and precision in all situations.
Dual triode 12AX7 tube for warm sound
Get to the heart of that iconic tube sound.
The LCT 840 is fully devoted to warm tube sound. We use a dual triode 12AX7 tube to create that warm and comforting sound with smooth high frequencies while still preserving the ability to cut through the mix.
Check out the sound samples and find out why users claim they found THE tube microphone with the LCT 840.
Remote control and power supply in one
Make yourself comfortable.
The user interface on the remote control with integrated power supply allows a quick setup of polar pattern, pre-attenuation, and low-cut.
It is easy to check or change the settings on the remote power supply unit, even in complete darkness due to its illuminated user interface.
Multi-pattern design
Here are your five classic patterns.
A polar pattern affects how much room sound you end up recording. But switching your polar pattern not only changes the directivity, it also alters the frequency response, resulting in a different sound.
You can also control the proximity effect, and have it pronounced or reduced according to your application.
Sound samples
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 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.
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
