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Lauten Audio LS-208 Front Address LDC Microphone
Lauten Audio LS-208 Front Address LDC Microphone
Lauten Audio LS-208 Front Address LDC Microphone
Lauten Audio LS-208 Front Address LDC Microphone

Lauten Audio LS-208 Front Address LDC Microphone

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The Lauten Audio LS-208 professional front-address large diaphragm condenser voice and instrument microphone brings brilliance and expressiveness to broadcast, sound reinforcement, podcasting and studio recording.

The LS208 features a wide frequency response with a full 120dB of dynamic range and 135dB of SPL handling without the need for attenuation. The excellent off-axis rejection makes the LS-208 perfect for focusing on the sound source while reducing bleed in lively environments. Constructed from high-quality components and outfitted with frequency shaping high and low-cut filters, the LS-208 comes with a spider shock mount great for broadcast, a hard mount for tight spots, a foam windscreen to protect from plosives, and a rugged road case housing all these accessories.

Lauten LS208 AT A GLANCE

  • Spoken Voice, Singing, and Voice-overs

  • Radio Broadcasting

  • Podcasting

  • Highly dynamic instruments and environments

  • Close micing drums and guitar amps

  • Studio quality recordings nearly anywhere

  • Full 120dB (135dB total) of dynamic range

  • Wide frequency response and studio quality sound

  • Excellent off-axis sound rejection

  • Independent 2-stage low & high-cut filters

  • Internally shock mounted pressure gradient condenser element

  • Includes spider shock mount, hard mount, windscreen

  • STUDIO QUALITY ON RADIO & STAGE

    The LS-208 is a professional front-address large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for studio, live, broadcast recording and sound reinforcement. The LS-208 brings the brilliance and clarity of high-end studio microphones and combines it with the handling capabilities of a dynamic microphone. 

    BRILLIANT RECORDINGS

    The LS-208 does not require pre-attenuation but can handle 135dB SPL due to its circuit design. Highly unique for a microphone of its type is its ability to capture a full 120db of dynamic range without the use of internal or external pre-attenuation. This gives engineers the ability to capture brilliant recordings of highly dynamic instruments and environments without sacrificing sound quality.

    EXCELLENT OFF-AXIS REJECTION

    The LS-208 also features excellent off-axis rejection. It will provide excellent rejection of off-axis voices, instruments, crowds, etc., making it great for live radio broadcast and podcasts, or for multi-instrument, live-studio and on-stage recording or sound reinforcement.

    INDEPENDENT FILTERS

    The Independent, multi-stage, high and low-cut filters help engineers balance recordings at the microphone and aid in successfully capturing the performance reducing the need for mixing. The 2-stage low-cut aids in reducing low-end rumble, muddiness, and proximity effect. The 2-stage high-cut helps tame bright instruments and high frequencies.

    FULLY ACCESSORIZED

    • Spider-shock mount with threaded nut and adjustable elbow joint.

    • Hard mount with threaded nut and adjustable elbow joint.

    • Foam windscreen to protect against plosives, wind, and debris

    • Hard case that fits all accessories and is built for the rigors of the road.

    • FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

      • Full 120dB (135dB total) of dynamic range

      • Wide frequency response and studio quality sound

      • Excellent off-axis sound rejection

      • Independent 2-stage low & high-cut filters

      • Internally shock mounted pressure gradient condenser element

      • Includes spider shock mount, hard mount, windscreen

        • Type: Front-Address large diaphragm pressure gradient transducer

        • Polar Patterns: Cardioid

        • Circuit: JFET transistor with transformer balanced output

        • Frequency Range:  20Hz-20KHz

        • Dynamic Range:  135dB  

        • Impedance:   >150 ohms

        • SPL Handling:  >135dB (0.5%THD@1000Hz)

        • Self-noise Level:  <15dB-A

        • Sensitivity:  5mV/Pa -46dBV (0 dB=1V/Pa 1kHz)

        • 50 & 120 Hz low-cut and 8 & 10 kHz high-cut filters

        • Connector: 3-pin XLR

        • Power Requirement: +48v Phantom power

        • Weight: Microphone only: 1 lb

                             w/ shock mount: 1.75lbs

                             w/ hard mount: 1.3 lbs

                             w/ case and accessories: 5.40 lbs

        • Dimensions: Length: 7.5 in

                                     Diameter (w/ arm): 1.98in

                            With Shock mount

                                     Width: 4.7in

                                     Depth: 4.8in