Lauten Audio LS-308 Noise Rejecting Instrument Condenser Microphone
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Designed for use in studio, broadcast, and sound reinforcement environments when sources are in very close proximity and isolation of those sources is difficult; for example, a small commentators booth with multiple commentators, or rejecting drums from a guitar amp on a tight stage. The LS-308 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring 270 degrees of off-axis frequency rejection combined with ultra-high dynamic range. Constructed from high-quality components and outfitted with frequency shaping high and low-cut filters, the LS-308 offers excellent handling capabilities. It includes two different mounting options, a foam windscreen, and a road case.
Features
• When off-axis rejection is important
• Highly dynamic instruments in noisy environments
• Close micing drums & guitars both studio and on-stage
• Close-quarter broadcast booths when off-axis rejection is essential
• Podcast and Voice-overs when noise rejection is essential
• 270 degrees of off-axis sound rejection
• 120dB (135dB total) of dynamic range (no pad needed)
• Independent 2-stage low & high-cut filters
• Internally shock mounted pressure gradient condenser elements
• Swing-arm mount with 135 degrees of movement (removable)
• Includes threaded hard mount, windscreen, carrying case
270 DEGREES OF REJECTION
The LS-308 offers 270 degrees of side and rear frequency rejection reducing nearby sound by up to 25dB. The rejection is achieved with Lauten Audios' unique dual, large-diaphragm pressure gradient transducer element in combination with its specially designed circuit.
CLOSE PROXIMITY ENVIRONMENTS
The LS-308 is intended for use in environments where there are multiple sources in close proximity, for example, small live rooms with multiple musicians playing, close-quarter broadcast commentary, or when the rejection of other instruments or crowds live on-stage or in sound reinforcement is desired.
NO ATTENUATOR NEEDED
The LS-308 does not require pre-attenuation and can handle 135dB+ of SPL. The circuit also allows for an ultra-wide 120db of dynamic range. These features give engineers the ability to capture high dynamic sources and in noisy environments.
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.
Accessories
- Swing-arm mount with 135 degrees of movement (removable)
- Hard mount
- Foam windscreen
- Hard case that fits all accessories
Specifications
Type: Side-Address dual-large diaphragm pressure gradient transducer
Polar Patterns: Second-order 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:
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| LS-308 Noise Rejecting Instrument Condenser Microphone | 737182 |
