Lauten Audio LA-220 FET Condenser Microphone review by FutureMusic / MusicRadar.
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FutureMusic Magazine is the latest publication to review the LA-220 microphone from Lauten Audio, and it’s clear they were impressed with Lauten’s most affordable FET condenser.
Whilst Lauten is best known for their high-end studio mics, the cost-effective Series Black range has proven to be equally popular with both reviewers and users, with many surprised by the quality of these mics despite the lower price-point.
In his review of the LA-220 for FutureMusic, reviewer Robbie Stamp writes “the closest example in terms of price and design fared worse than the LA-220 on most sources (only drew level on a guitar amp); whereas the LA-220 gave the £2k valve condenser a damn good run across the board.”
“The LA-220 is an excellent value mic and will provide
quality results for recording novices and pros alike.”
In regards to the sonic signature, reviewer Robbie Stamp also found the LA-220 produced ‘mix-ready’ recordings – surely the ultimate compliment for a microphone! He was particularly impressed by the LA-220’s mid range, describing it as “natural and well-balanced”, and capturing “vocal and instrument sources in a mix-ready form that many mics at this end of the market fail to.”
“a seriously flexible mic at a seriously attractive price.”
To sum up the LA-220, Future Music describe this microphone as “an affordable format that doesn’t compromise sonic integrity, the LA-220 is a seriously flexible mic at a seriously attractive price.”
Read the FutureMusic review here
Lauten Audio Series Black – Innovation Not Imitation
Series Black LA-120
The Series Black LA-120 is a small diaphragm FET condenser microphone. Sold in pairs, the LA-120s are both professional and versatile, and lend themselves well to a wide variety of instruments, as showcased by Lauten in their video.
At its core the LA-120 features a U.S. made ultra-low-noise JFET amplifier, interchangeable 17mm pressure gradient condenser cardioid and omni-directional capsules, 50 and 150Hz low-cut filters, 10 and 15kHz high-cut filters, and electronically balanced output.
Lauten Audio LA-220
The Series Black LA-220 large diaphragm FET condenser is a professional and versatile microphone for recording both vocals and instruments. Part of the Series Black range, the LA-220 features a U.S. made ultra-low-noise JFET amplifier, a 1″ pressure gradient true-condenser capsule with cardioid polar pattern, and a transformer balanced output.
Independent 120 Hz low-cut and 12 kHz high-cut filters give additional control over recordings, helping to reduce boomy lows or low-end room rumble, and taming overly bright rooms and instruments.
Find out more about the LA-220
“With a great tube-flavored but nicely tailorable sound, the LA-320 is easily among the very best budget tube mics
I have used to date, and I can’t wait to try out Lauten’s other Series Black offerings.”
– Recording Magazine, October 2016
Series Black LA-320
The Series Black LA-320 is a large diaphragm vacuum tube condenser, ideal for making professional studio recordings. This mic features a 1″ gold sputtered diaphragm with cardioid polar pattern, dual-triode vacuum tube, 120 Hz low-cut filter, 12 kHz high-cut filter, and transformer balanced output.
Like its siblings, the LA-320 features low and high cut filters to help you enhance the clarity of your recordings without having to reach for an EQ.
Find out more about the LA-320
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