Lauten LA-320 V2
The Lauten LA-320 V2 is a large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone for the studio. It has a 32 mm capsule, an ECC83 tube and a cardioid pattern, with a switch to go from a vintage to a modern sound. For vocals, acoustic guitar and piano.
Introducing the Lauten LA-320 V2
The Lauten Audio LA-320 V2 is a large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone, designed and tested in Northern California. It has an ECC83 (dual triode) tube, a cardioid pattern, a 32 mm capsule, a vintage-inspired output transformer and a dedicated power supply in the box. It suits serious home studios, vocals and acoustic guitar, with a musical tube sound straight into the audio interface.
The essentials in 10 seconds
- Type: transformer-balanced tube condenser microphone
- Capsule: 32 mm, large diaphragm
- Pattern: cardioid
- Filters: 120 Hz high-pass and 12 kHz low-pass, by switch
- Ideal for: vocals, acoustic guitar, piano
The Lauten Audio LA-320 V2 is a tube condenser microphone whose in-house 32 mm capsule, improved and hand-tuned, adds gentle compression and balance to the source. Its ECC83 tube circuit is hand-soldered with low-distortion polypropylene capacitors and resistors. The pattern is cardioid and the external power supply (power unit and 5-pin cable) is included.
Why choose the LA-320 V2?
For a project or semi-pro studio that wants a tube sound (warmth, gentle compression) without swapping microphones from one source to the next, the LA-320 V2 offers two sonic characters at the flip of a switch: the warmth of a classic tube microphone or the clarity of a modern tube microphone. The flat setting gives a modern, detailed sound, while the 12 kHz low-pass filter rounds off the top end for a darker, more subdued vintage-style tone.
LA-320 V2 key features
- ECC83 tube (dual triode), hand-soldered circuit
- Large diaphragm 32 mm
- Cardioid
- Dedicated external power supply, included (switchable 100 to 240 V)
- Two sonic characters by switch: vintage or modern
- Spider shock mount included
Specifications
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Transformer-balanced tube condenser microphone |
| Polar pattern | Cardioid |
| Capsule | 32 mm, center-terminated pressure gradient |
| Tube | ECC83 (dual triode) |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| High-pass filter | Flat or 120 Hz |
| Low-pass filter | Flat or 12 kHz |
| Dynamic range | 120 dB minimum |
| Max SPL | 130 dB (0.5% THD at 1 kHz) |
| Sensitivity | 14 mV/Pa (1 kHz) |
| Connectors | 5-pin XLR (power supply to microphone), 3-pin XLR (power supply to preamp) |
| Power | Dedicated unit included, switchable 100 to 240 V |
| Microphone weight with shock mount | 1 lb 11 oz (about 765 g) |
Lauten LA-320 V2 vs the alternatives
| Manufacturer | Model |
|---|---|
| Lauten | LA-320 V2 |
| Lauten | LT-381 Atlantis |
| AKG | C12 VR |
| Neumann | U67 |
Who is the LA-320 V2 for?
- Serious home studios and semi-pros
- Sung or spoken vocals
- Acoustic guitars and piano
- Producers looking for a modern or vintage tube color at the flip of a switch
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is it different from the Lauten Eden LT-386?
- Both are tube microphones, but the LA-320 V2 uses a 32 mm center-terminated capsule and an ECC83 dual triode, for a modern, musical sound. The Eden LT-386 has a 38 mm edge-terminated capsule and an EF806 pentode, with a multi-voicing section.
- What is the low-pass filter for?
- When flat, the microphone gives a modern tube sound suited to vocals, acoustic guitar and piano. The 12 kHz low-pass filter adds warmth and darkens the tone, which suits nostalgic styles or a source that is too bright.
- What about the 120 Hz filter?
- The 120 Hz high-pass setting reduces low frequencies and muddiness in the low end, which improves clarity.
- What is in the box?
- The microphone, a spider shock mount, the power supply and a 5-pin cable.
- How do I connect it?
- The 5-pin XLR cable links the power supply to the microphone, and a 3-pin XLR cable links the power supply to your preamp or interface. The unit is switchable from 100 to 240 V.
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