Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Condenser Microphone, Stereo Matched Pair
The Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair is a matched pair of small diaphragm condenser microphones designed for professional stereo recording of acoustic instruments, drums, piano, strings, choirs and live performances. Compact, lightweight and highly versatile, these pencil-style condenser microphones give you detailed stereo capture with the flexibility to choose between two distinct sound characters.
Each microphone features switchable AIR and FLAT voicings. AIR mode adds an open, sparkling character that helps recordings sound polished and mix-ready, while FLAT mode provides a more natural, authentic response for accurate instrument capture. This makes the LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair a great choice for engineers, producers and musicians who need one stereo microphone pair that can handle a wide range of recording tasks.
With a cardioid polar pattern, low-cut filter and pre-attenuation pad, the LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair is equally comfortable in home studios, project studios, professional recording spaces and live sound environments.
Why Choose The Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair?
Perfectly Matched Stereo Recording
The LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair includes two carefully matched condenser microphones, helping deliver a balanced stereo image when recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, piano or ensembles.
This makes them ideal for common stereo recording techniques such as XY, ORTF and spaced pair setups.
AIR And FLAT Sound Modes
Each microphone gives you two switchable sound characters. AIR mode provides a brighter, more open sound that can help recordings feel polished straight away. FLAT mode offers a more natural and transparent response when you want to capture the source as accurately as possible.
This gives you useful flexibility without needing to change microphones or rely heavily on EQ after recording.
Excellent For Acoustic Instruments
The LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair is designed with acoustic instrument recording in mind. It works especially well for acoustic guitar, piano, strings, choirs, percussion and other detailed sources where clarity, transient response and stereo imaging are important.
Great For Drum Overheads
As a pair of small diaphragm condenser microphones, the LCT 140 AIRs are well suited to drum overhead recording. Their focused cardioid pickup pattern and switchable voicing make it easy to capture cymbal detail, kit balance and room ambience with control.
Low-Cut Filter And Pad
The built-in low-cut filter helps reduce unwanted low-frequency rumble, while the pad allows the microphones to handle louder sound sources more comfortably. This makes the pair useful across a wide range of studio and live recording situations.
Compact, Lightweight Design
Each microphone is compact and lightweight, making the pair easy to position around instruments, above drum kits or in stereo configurations where space is limited.
Why Choose A Stereo Pair Of Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphones?
A matched stereo pair is one of the most useful tools in any recording setup. While a single microphone can capture a source clearly, a stereo pair allows you to record width, space and natural placement in a much more realistic way.
Small diaphragm condenser microphones are particularly popular for stereo recording because they are fast, detailed and accurate. They capture transients clearly, making them ideal for acoustic guitar, piano, strings, drums, percussion and ensemble recording.
The Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair adds extra flexibility by giving you two sound characters in each microphone. Choose FLAT when you want a natural and honest recording, or switch to AIR when you want extra openness and sparkle straight from the microphone.
Who Is It For?
Home Studio Users
The LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair is ideal for home studio users who want to record acoustic instruments, drums or piano in stereo without investing in a much more expensive matched pair.
Producers And Engineers
For producers and recording engineers, this pair offers flexible stereo capture with switchable voicings, making it useful across a wide range of sessions.
Acoustic Guitarists And Singer-Songwriters
The pair is a great choice for capturing acoustic guitar in stereo, whether you want a natural performance sound or a brighter, more polished recording.
Drummers
Used as overheads, the LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair can capture cymbal detail, stereo spread and the overall balance of a drum kit with clarity.
Live Sound And Location Recording
Their compact size, focused cardioid pattern and flexible controls also make them suitable for live instrument capture, choirs, ensembles and mobile recording setups.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Microphone Type | Small diaphragm condenser microphone stereo pair |
| Capsule Type | Pre-polarised condenser capsule |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Sound Modes | AIR / FLAT |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 14.6 mV/Pa, -36.7 dBV/Pa |
| Self Noise | 20 dB(A) |
| Maximum SPL | 135 dB SPL |
| Signal-To-Noise Ratio | 74 dB(A) |
| Dynamic Range | 115 dB(A) |
| Low-Cut Filter | 80 Hz |
| Pad | -12 dB |
| Connector | 3-pin XLR |
| Power Requirement | 48V phantom power |
| Dimensions | 24 x 140 mm per microphone |
| Weight | 66 g per microphone |
Power Requirements
The Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair requires 48V phantom power from a suitable audio interface, mixer or microphone preamp.
As these are XLR condenser microphones, they do not connect directly to a computer via USB.
What’s Included?
- 2 x Lewitt LCT 140 AIR condenser microphones
- 2 x Microphone clips
- 2 x Foam windscreens
- Transport bag
Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?
Fair Deal Music is a family-run independent music retailer, established in 1987 and trusted by musicians across the UK. As Birmingham’s largest independent music store, we offer expert advice, fast UK delivery, secure online ordering and a large showroom where customers can speak to knowledgeable staff before choosing the right recording equipment.
Whether you are building a home studio, upgrading your drum recording setup or choosing microphones for acoustic instruments, our team can help you find the right solution.
FAQs
What is the Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair best used for?
The LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair is best suited to stereo recording of acoustic guitar, piano, drums, strings, choirs, percussion and other acoustic instruments.
What is the difference between AIR and FLAT mode?
AIR mode gives the microphones a brighter, more open character for a polished sound. FLAT mode gives a more natural and accurate response for authentic recordings.
Can I use the LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair as drum overheads?
Yes. The pair works very well as drum overhead microphones, capturing cymbal detail, kit balance and stereo width.
Do the Lewitt LCT 140 AIR microphones need phantom power?
Yes. Each microphone requires 48V phantom power from a suitable audio interface, mixer or microphone preamp.
Are these microphones USB?
No. The LCT 140 AIR microphones are XLR condenser microphones, so they require an audio interface, mixer or preamp.
Can I use just one microphone from the pair?
Yes. Each microphone can be used individually, but the main advantage of the Stereo Pair is that both microphones are matched for balanced stereo recording.
Does the Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair come with accessories?
Yes. The stereo pair includes two microphone clips, two foam windscreens and a transport bag.