The Lewitt LCT 140 AIR is a small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone designed for acoustic instruments, drums, strings, and ensemble recording. A side-mounted sound-character switch lets you choose AIR mode for an open, presence-rich tone or FLAT mode for a linear, natural response. Onboard pad and low-cut controls help you handle loud sources and control low-end rumble without reaching for the preamp.

Features

• Switchable AIR and FLAT sound characteristics
• Cardioid polar pattern for focused capture and off-axis rejection
• -12 dB pre-attenuation pad for loud drum and amp sources
• 80 Hz low-cut filter (12 dB/octave) to reduce rumble
• Lightweight aluminum body with wire-mesh grille
• Excellent transient response for detailed instrument capture
• Includes foam windscreen, microphone clip, and transport bag

Specifications

• Type: Condenser, permanently polarized
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Transducer: 17 mm (0.67 in), 3 micron gold-sputtered Mylar
• Frequency range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 14.6 mV/Pa (-36.7 dBV/Pa)
• Self-noise: 20 dB (A)
• Max SPL: 135 dB SPL (0.5% THD)
• Dynamic range: 115 dB (A)
• Pad: 0 dB, -12 dB
• Low-cut filter: Linear, 80 Hz (12 dB/oct)
• Internal impedance: 173 Ω
• Power: 48 V ± 4 V phantom, 7.2 mA
• Connector: Gold-plated 3-pin XLR
• Dimensions: 24 mm dia. x 140 mm (0.9" x 5.5")
• Weight: 66 g (2.3 oz)

Suited for acoustic guitar, drum overheads, strings, piano, and choral groups in home and project studios.