The Black LA-120 small diaphragm FET condenser microphone pair by Lauten Audio is a professional and versatile pair of microphones for instrument recording
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 a balanced output. The low-cut filters help reduce boomy lows or low-end room rumble; the high-cut filters help tame bright rooms and sources. These features help you achieve excellent recordings regardless of your skill level.
At a glance
Professional level classic inspired instrument condenser microphones
Ideal for capturing vibrant character and transients
Intelligent features get you great recordings with ease
Interchangeable cardioid and omni-directional capsules
50 and 150Hz low-cut & 10 and 15kHz high-cut filters
Ultra-low-noise USA JFET amplifier for superior solid-state sound
You are ready for serious instrument recording
Get ready to enter the world of professional studio instrument microphones. It's time for you to let the Series Black LA-120 lead the way into that professional tone you've been looking for. Designed for the budding the recordist, the LA-120 is the best entry into professional quality recordings with a pair of professional studio instrument condenser microphones. We've built them for ease of use and affordable for anyone to get serious about their sound.
Independent filters clean your tone
The high and low cut filters make solving common problems in home, basement or bedroom recording environments easy. The LA-120 features two independent filters located on the microphone with easy to engage switches. If the room or source is boomy, or you have low-end rumble from outside sources like road noise, furnace, air conditioner etc., turn on the low-cut filters and eliminate the problem. Want to get away from the "harsh" tone you hear about Then use the high-cut filters to roll-off highs and tame your source. What's even cooler is you can use both filters at the same time making these microphones extremely versatile and your solution to problems before the recording hits your hard drive.
Incredible price performance ratio
Make no mistake, the LA-120's are professional level, vintage inspired, instrument condenser microphones. They feature swappable 17mm cardioid and omni-directional capsules, ultra-low-noise USA JFET amplifiers and balanced outputs. They are also built with quality polypropylene capacitors and resistors, components often found in much more expensive microphones. We have utilized our many years of experience to create the best performance for the price of any small diaphragm true-condenser FET microphones. Any budding engineer is sure to be pleased with their performance.
Equipped and ready for recording
The LA-120's come equipped as a pair, with two hard mount clips, an omni-directional and cardioid capsule for each mic, foam wind screens, and a wood style box.
Features
Professional level classic inspired instrument condenser microphonesIdeal for capturing vibrant character and transientsIntelligent features get you great recordings with easeInterchangeable cardioid and omni-directional capsules50 and 150Hz low-cut & 10 and 15kHz high-cut filtersUltra-low-noise USA JFET amplifier for superior solid-state sound
Specifications
Type: Small Diaphragm FET True Pressure Gradient CondenserPolar Patterns: Cardioid and Omni-directional (swappable)Circuit: Ultra-low-noise JFET transistor with balanced outputFrequency Range: 20Hz-20KHzDynamic Range: 120dB minimumImpedance: < 200 ohmsMax. SPL: 0.5%THD@1000Hz: 130dBSelf-noise Level: <15dB-ASensitivity: 10mV/Pa -40dB (0 dB=1V/Pa 1kHz)Special Features: Selectable, independent 50 & 150Hz low-cut & 10 & 15kHz high-cutConnector: 3-pin XLRPower Requirement: +48v Phantom power
Reviews
Write a review about the Lauten Audio Black LA-120
![]()
4.0
George
Kingston
September 1, 2018
Lauten Audio Black LA-120
After using these for a few weeks I can honestly recommend these to folks who record or for live. They really do sound more expensive than they are.
