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Key Features
The Lauten Audio LA-120 V2 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphones are perfect for musicians, engineers, and producers seeking a versatile, high-fidelity recording solution. The pair features hand-tuned 17mm capsules that offer exceptional clarity, making them ideal for capturing acoustic instruments like guitars, drums, and piano. With both cardioid and omnidirectional capsules included, these mics provide excellent flexibility for different recording environments, allowing you to focus on the source or include more of the room's sound.
Product Ref: 313537
The LA-120 V2 microphones come equipped with hand-tuned 17mm capsules, which deliver a balanced blend of transient response and natural compression. This provides lifelike, transparent sound, making these mics particularly suited for capturing intricate details in acoustic instruments. Whether you're recording drum overheads, percussion, or acoustic guitar, the LA-120's ability to render clean, musical sound is a standout feature. The natural compression of the capsules also smooths out peaks, giving your recordings a polished, professional feel.
The LA-120 V2 offers both cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns, giving you the flexibility to adapt to different recording environments and instruments. The cardioid pattern focuses on capturing sound directly in front of the microphone, reducing room noise and reverberation. This makes it ideal for close-miking instruments or vocals in less controlled environments where unwanted background noise needs to be minimised.
The omnidirectional capsules, on the other hand, allow the microphone to pick up sound from all directions, making them perfect for capturing the full character of a room or ensemble. These capsules provide a more immersive, natural recording that preserves the space’s acoustic qualities, ideal for choirs or room recordings where ambience plays a key role.
The LA-120 V2 microphones are equipped with onboard sound-shaping controls that let you alter the tonal characteristics of your recordings at the flip of a switch. This functionality eliminates the need for swapping out microphones when you want a different sound, saving time during recording sessions. You can switch between crisp, smooth, and even ribbon-like tones effortlessly, tailoring the mic’s response to suit your specific needs without interrupting your workflow.
Built around a US-made JFET, the LA-120 V2 employs a transformerless design that prioritises transparency and clarity in its signal path. High-resolution polypropylene capacitors and resistors contribute to the microphone’s low-distortion performance, ensuring that the sound you capture is as uncoloured and true to the source as possible. This makes the LA-120 V2 an excellent choice for those who need detailed and accurate audio reproduction across a wide range of instruments and settings.
The transformerless design also enhances the microphone's dynamic range, allowing it to handle both subtle nuances and louder sources with ease. This results in clear, articulate recordings, even at high sound pressure levels, making the LA-120 V2 a versatile tool in any audio professional’s toolkit.
