Lewitt LCT 940 Review
Premium Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser and Tube Microphone
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Lewitt LCT 940 Premium Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser and Tube Microphone
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
For the quick readers: get the mic, it's worth the investment. Sounds much better than a lot of other top brands currently in use in major studios. For the long readers: To set some context, my first mic was an AKG 414-XLII. I loved the mic the first time I used it at a studio, and it's one that's been revered by studios around the world. in 2014, I went to NAMM and saw this company hosting a live session. They were called Lewitt. I was interested, so I stepped in. They had a full band, mic'd with all kinds of Lewitt mics, dynamics and condensers, and it all sounded phenomenal but figured they're gonna make themselves sound the best they can in their setup so don't buy into it. I saw their demo units on the floor and was immediately drawn to this mic with a glowing face. This was the LCT 940. I thought, Wow, this is cool, but probably out of my league. I'll be content with what I got. Fast forward a couple of months to the summer. I needed a secondary mic to record a live cover with a friend. Being on a budget, I did some quick research and recalled Lewitt. I then saw they had their LCT 240 for about $250 at the time. I picked one up at Guitar Center and used it later that night. I kid you not, this $250 mic sounded better than my 414. I was floored. Some years later, I wanted to expand my mic collection and went for the LCT 940. I set it up, control box and all. The thing was amazing. You had your standard polar patterns, but also an adjustable Tube/FET option to better fit your recording situation. You could get a warmer sound or a more solid state and clean recording with FET. I was so impressed and each time I bring in clients to record, they're equally as amazed at the sound we're getting from the mic. Long story short, just because studios around the world or your favorite musicians, producers, artists, etc use big name mics like Neumann doesn't mean they're the end all, be all. Of course, every application and use will be different, but once I used Lewitt mics, I wouldn't want to switch to any others. Give them a shot and you're guaranteed to add one to your collection. ... More
This Is An Incredible Mic!
Lewitt Audio Microphones LCT 940 Tube/FET Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Lij on Guitar Center
I love this mic! The LCT940 totally rocks. Ok to be honest I was at first a little put off by the display of the tube. I thought "they cant fool me! I know better than to be influenced by some good looks and showing me a pretty tube through a glass window." But then I tried the mic on a vocal and... Holy Hit Records Batman! It sounds incredible!! My favorite setting for this mic is a 140 rolloff on the low end (its gentle) with no pad, and set to cardioid with one click toward omni. Then put the blend knob right in the middle at twelve o'clock between the tube setting and the FET setting and start dialing it toward the FET side till you have just the right amount of detail for your song. What is unique about this mic is that it offers double circuitry for the mic element! You can choose to use the tube circuit or use the FET circuit. So cool. The tube setting gives you harmonic overtones giving your vocal a fuzzy warmth to the tone. While the FET setting has a detailed precision to the sound that can withstand a higher SPL. I describe it as allowing you to dial in a warm tube vocal tone but still keep the forward attack and bite from the FET circuit so that your vocal stay present in a pop track. This mic sounds killer if you get way up close and eat it! I made multiple records with it this year and my clients were thrilled with their vocal sounds. You will be too. Cheers! ... More
Must have In Mic Arsenal
Lewitt LCT 940 Premium Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser and Tube Microphone
Reviewed by @The_Chuckness on B&H Photo Video
By far one of the coolest mics on the market. I was skeptical at first. I used it, and instantly become fan. I can use this mic on literally anything! My clients love the glow of the tube in the mic. It creates a great vibe. You also have full twin topology. If you don't like the way it sounds with the tube engaged, switch it over to FET. Still not satisfied, you can blend between the Tube and FET. It also has an auto-pad feature. This feature alone is AWESOME! It helps out with those clients who do not have mic discipline or just bob from side to side, or just get way too into the song. Great sounding mic, with all the bells and whistles you can imagine! Very flexible and versatile! Must have in your microphone arsenal. ... More
A much needed vocal mic for the pro's
Lewitt Audio Microphones LCT 940 Tube/FET Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Bootsy Baby on Guitar Center
This mic is one of the best that I've used. I love the Midrange and also the clarity of the top end. It brings the funk out of my vocals. I also love the fact that I can balance between the tube and more neutral fet sound. The multiple patterns make it usable in just about any studio application. This is a winner every day of the week. You need this in your mic locker! Keep funkin Bootsy Baby
Lewitt LCT-940 Blendable Tube/FET Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Jerron J. on Reverb
I just sent a refund request by mistake! Please continue the order! Thankyou
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