Lewitt's LCT 840 is a premium-class, polarized dual-diaphragm tube microphone designed to excel in a variety of demanding applications. Equipped with a precision-engineered 1" capsule, the LCT 840 delivers an exceptionally warm, classic, solid vintage sound. Perfectly suited for vocals and instruments, this rugged multipurpose microphone allows very nuanced and authentic sound reproduction in the studio and even on stage.
- Approximate price (VAT included): €1,149
- Distributor: Letusa
Five switchable polar patterns - omnidirectional, figure-8, cardioid, wide cardioid and super cardioid - make the LCT 840 a very versatile tool for professional sound engineers and artists looking for an authentic, genuine tube sound. A high-precision 1" capsule combined with a dual-triode tube ensures a very detailed, smooth and warm tube sound. Wide dynamic range of 130 dB-A and an extremely low self-noise of 9 dB-A. Easy-to-use jog dial for selecting the desired polar pattern.
Solid die-cast body with a stylish inspection window with a special coating for optimal protection against electromagnetic interference. Silent buttons for pad and HPF selection. Key-lock, with clipping history and automatic attenuation. Illuminated user interface for quick, simple handling. It comes in a fine black aluminum case with foam layers and includes the PSU 840 power supply with all-metal chassis and black anodized aluminum front panel, LCT 40 SHxx shock mount, LCT 40 Tr 11-pin XLR cable with gold-plated connectors to connect to the power supply, and LCT 40 Wxx windscreen.
Acoustic operating principle: pressure-gradient transducers, externally polarized. Transducer diameter: 25.4 mm, 1 inch. Polar pattern: cardioid, omni, broad cardioid, cardioid, super cardioid, figure-8, selectable on the remote control. Frequency range: 20 - 20,000 Hz. Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) cardioid, 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV) omni, 23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) figure-8. Signal-to-noise ratio: 85 dB-A. Equivalent noise level: 9 dB-A, cardioid (IEC 61672-1), 10 dB-A, omni (IEC 61672-1), 9 dB-A, figure-8 (IEC 61672-1). Mic amp dynamic range: 130 dB-A. Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 139 dB, 0 dB pre-attenuation, 149 dB, 10 dB pre-attenuation, 159 dB, 20 dB pre-attenuation. Pre-attenuation pad: 10 dB, 20 dB, switchable. Low-cut filter attenuation: 12 dB/octave at 40 Hz, 6 dB/octave at 300 Hz. Nominal impedance: 1,000 ohms. Power: dedicated 230V, 50 Hz power supply. Current consumption: 170 mA. Microphone dimensions: 192 x 60 x 46 mm. PSU dimensions: 250 x 150 x 70 mm. Microphone net weight: 662 g. PSU net weight: 1.89 kg
