Lauten Audio LA-120 V2 Overview
This pair of Black Series LA-120 V2 Small-Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphones from Lauten Audio offers a versatile stereo recording solution well suited for use on a wide variety of instruments. The mics feature interchangeable 17mm cardioid and omnidirectional condenser capsules and offer transformerless signal paths with ultra-low-noise JFET amplifiers. Each mic has a low-cut filter with settings for flat, 50 Hz, and 120 Hz to reduce boomy lows or low-end room rumble. Also on each mic is a high-cut filter with settings for flat, 15 kHz, and 10 kHz, to help tame bright rooms and smooth out harsh sources.
A Pair of Workhorse Microphones for Your Studio
- The LA-120 V2�s onboard sound-shaping eliminates the need for mic swaps and wasted time. Jump from crisp to smooth to ribbon-like sonics at the flip of a switch. Take the edge off harsh overheads, or warm up a bright piano. Add picking articulation to an acoustic guitar, or perfectly capture a string quartet, all at the flip of a switch.
- The signal path is hand-populated with high-resolution, low-distortion polypropylene capacitors and resistors, built around a US-made JFET for articulate, uncolored, and high-impact performance.
- Designed and tested in Silicon Valley, California, this V2 version of the microphone offers an improved capsule design that provides better protection in less-than-ideal circumstances.
Custom Omnidirectional & Cardioid Capsules
- The hand-tuned 17mm capsules provide transparent, lifelike sound with a musical blend of transient response and natural compression. This makes the LA-120 V2 well suited for use on drum overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, and piano.
- The cardioid capsules will focus each microphone�s attention directly to where it is pointed, reducing the overall sound of a room in a recording. The omnidirectional capsules allow the sound of a room or other off-axis instrumentation to be captured naturally and with uncolored authenticity.
- Add optional in-line pads (available separately) to allow the LA-120s dynamic range and depth to be fully utilized on high SPL sound sources like toms, snare drums, and more.
In the Box
- Lauten Audio Black Series LA-120 V2 Small-Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone (Pair)
- 2 x Omnidirectional Capsules
- 2 x Cardioid Capsules
- 2 x Foam Windscreens
- 2 x Stand Mounts
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty (90-Day Warranty on Mounts and Case)
Lauten Audio LA-120 V2 Specs
Microphone
Form Factor |
Small Diaphragm / Stand/Boom Mount |
Intended Sound Sources |
Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Percussion, Overhead, Strings, Choir |
Sound Field |
Mono |
Operating Principle |
Pressure Gradient |
Capsule |
Condenser |
Diaphragm |
0.7" / 17 mm |
Polar Pattern |
Cardioid, Omnidirectional |
Pattern Selection |
Switched |
Pad |
None |
Gain Adjustment |
None |
Indicators |
None |
Windscreen |
Foam (Included) |
Performance
Frequency Range |
20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL |
130 dB SPL |
Impedance |
200 Ohms |
Sensitivity |
10 mV/Pa |
Dynamic Range |
120 dB |
Equivalent Noise Level |
15 dB A-Weighted |
THD |
0.5% |
Physical
Color |
Black |
Mounting |
Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (with Included Hardware) |
Included Case |
None |
Included Filters |
None |
Packaging Info
Package Weight |
2.58 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
10.5 x 10 x 3.5" |
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