SD Systems LCM 85 MK II
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SD Systems
LCM 85 MK II
Product Info
Article Number:
326018
Brand:
SD Systems
Model:
LCM 85 MK II
Category:
Microphones for Saxophone
Price:
$592.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The LCM 85 MK II is a solid, reliable mic for sax players who want a convenient, all-in-one solution. It’s particularly good for stage work where you need a quick setup and decent sound without a lot of fuss – perfect for gigging musicians and students alike.
Product Description
- SD Systems LCM 85 MK II
- Universal Condenser Wind Instrument Microphone
- For trumpet
- trombone
- saxophone etc.
- Polar pattern: cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Impedance: 200 Ohm
- Max. SPL: 139 dB
- Incl. LP microphone preamp with tone and volume level
- XLR Connector
- 48 V Phantom power or battery power with 1 x 9V battery
- Incl. plastic case
PROS
- • Excellent transient response captures brass articulation precisely
- • Integrated preamp offers convenient tone shaping and gain
- • Robust construction feels durable for stage use
- • Cardioid pattern effectively rejects stage bleed and feedback
CONS
- • Plastic case feels cheap compared to the microphone itself
- • Battery power option limits gig duration without external supply
- • Frequency response, while broad, lacks a truly refined high-end detail
Product Video
Key Features
Mic Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Range
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
Mounting
Clip-on, adaptable to various wind instruments
Connector
XLR
Weight
Approximately 150g (microphone body only)
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Frequently Asked Questions
While it's convenient, a dedicated studio setup will offer more flexibility and potentially higher fidelity, but the LCM 85 MK II holds its own for live performance.
It's primarily designed for wind instruments, but you *could* use it on vocals or acoustic instruments in a pinch, just be mindful of its slightly colored sound.
The preamp is genuinely useful for quick adjustments to tone and level, especially in less-than-ideal acoustic environments; it's a real time-saver.
