Lauten Audio Clarion FC-357

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Lauten Audio Clarion FC-357

Lauten Audio

Clarion FC-357

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 323143
Model: Clarion FC-357
Price: $1,340.90

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The Clarion FC-357 is a serious contender for vocalists and instrumentalists seeking a vintage-inspired sound with modern clarity. Its double-diaphragm capsule and hand-wound transformer give it a unique character that’s especially well-suited for genres like jazz, soul, and classic rock, where warmth and detail are paramount. It’s a premium-priced microphone that delivers a lot of bang for your buck.

Product Description

  • Lauten Audio Clarion FC-357
  • Condenser Microphone
  • Double-large diaphragm capsule: 28.25 mm
  • Switchable polar pattern: cardioid
  • omnidirectional and figure eight
  • Gain switch +10 dB
  • Attenuation switch-10 dB
  • Low-noise FET circuit
  • Capacitors with high resolution
  • Output transformer hand wound
  • Circuit Design: Solid-State Low-Noise FET
  • Type: Pressure gradient condenser microphone
  • Frequency response: 25 - 20000 Hz
  • Dynamic range: 120 dB minimum
  • Impedance: <200 Ohm
  • Max. SPL: 0.5% THD @ 1000Hz: 130 dB
  • Noise: <15 dB (A)
  • Sensitivity: 16 mV / Pa OR -36 ± 2 dB 0 dB = 1 V / Pa 1000 Hz
  • Requires 48 V phantom power
  • Includes shock mount and wooden storage box
PROS
  • • Hand-wound output transformer delivers a warm, authoritative low-end.
  • • Dual-diaphragm design offers excellent transient response and detail.
  • • FET circuit provides a clean, low-noise signal with ample headroom.
  • • Included shock mount and wooden box elevate the presentation and protect the mic.
CONS
  • • The high-end roll-off might limit appeal for some modern vocal styles.
  • • The substantial weight demands a sturdy stand for stable operation.
  • • Polar pattern selection lacks a cardioid-reject pattern for isolation.

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Key Features

Mic Type Pressure gradient condenser microphone
Polar Pattern Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
Frequency Range 25 Hz - 20000 Hz
Max SPL 130 dB
Sensitivity -36 dB 0 dB = 1 V / Pa 1000 Hz
Connector XLR
Weight 1.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The FC-357 aims for a similar warmth and presence but lacks the U87's absolute neutrality and extended high-end detail, offering a more colored, characterful sound.
Absolutely, its transient response and detailed capture make it excellent for acoustic guitars, pianos, and even drum overheads, though careful gain staging is crucial.
The +10dB gain switch is clean, but it's best used sparingly with quieter sources to maximize signal-to-noise ratio and avoid potential clipping.

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