Lewitt LCT 1040

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Lewitt LCT 1040

Lewitt

LCT 1040

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 535606
Brand: Lewitt
Model: LCT 1040
Price: $3,525.50

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The Lewitt LCT 1040 is a seriously impressive mic – a hybrid design blending FET clarity with the warmth of a tube. It's a fantastic choice for vocalists and instrumentalists wanting a flexible, high-end sound, especially those seeking a vintage tone without the limitations of a purely tube-based system. The remote control is a genuinely useful touch for serious tracking.

Product Description

  • Lewitt LCT 1040
  • Premium Tube and FET Microphone System
  • 1" True condenser capsule
  • 4 Analogue tube characteristics (Clear
  • Warm
  • Dark
  • Saturated)
  • Crystal clear FET circuitry
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 17.2 mV/Pa
  • -35.3 dBV/Pa
  • Limiting sound pressure level: 137 dBSPL at 0.5% THD
  • Inherent noise: 10 dB (A) FET
  • 13 dB (A) tube
  • Dynamic range: 127 dB (A)
  • Attenuation: -6 dB
  • -12 dB
  • -24 dB
  • Internal resistance: 83.8 Ohm
  • Detachable remote control for flexible workflow from the sweet spot
  • Infinitely variable polar patterns (omnidirectional
  • wide cardioid
  • cardioid
  • supercardioid
  • figure-of-eight)
  • Low-cut filter & attenuation
  • E88CC/6DJ8 tube from JJ Electronics
  • PSU and remote control connection: Gold-plated 3-pin Neutrik XLR
  • Microphone connection: 10-pin Hirose cable
  • Microphone housing: Zinc die-cast
  • Microphone dimensions (W x H x D): 65 x 196 x 45 mm
  • Microphone weight: 652 g
  • PSU dimensions (W x D x H): 170 x 240 x 47 mm
  • PSU weight: 2381 g
  • Remote Dimensions (W x H x D): 163 x 240 x 52 mm
  • Remote weight: 1952 g
  • 10-year Lewitt warranty
  • Incl. microphone spider
  • double-layer magnetic pop filter
  • microphone clip
  • carrying case and 10-pin cable with Hirose connector
PROS
  • • Exceptional tube character with adjustable tonal flavors.
  • • The JJ Electronics tube delivers a genuinely warm, vintage vibe.
  • • Flexible polar patterns enable versatile recording applications.
  • • Remote control streamlines workflow and maintains optimal mic placement.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most home studios.
  • • The substantial weight demands a sturdy mic stand.
  • • The Hirose connector, while robust, is less common for users.

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Tube & FET
Polar Pattern Omnidirectional, Wide Cardioid, Cardioid, Supercardioid, Figure-8
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 137 dB SPL (at 0.5% THD)
Sensitivity 17.2 mV/Pa
Connector 10-pin Hirose (mic), Gold-plated 3-pin Neutrik XLR (PSU/Remote)
Weight 1.45 kg (51.2 oz)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's not a direct competitor, but it aims for a similar versatility; the Lewitt offers more tonal shaping with its tube characteristics, while the U87 is renowned for its neutrality.
It’s primarily a convenience, allowing adjustments without disrupting mic placement, but the ability to subtly tweak the sound remotely is a bonus.
The FET mode is cleaner and more transparent, while the tube modes add warmth, harmonic richness, and a slightly compressed feel – all adjustable.

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