LEWITT LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair|Small-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Stereo Pair
A small-diaphragm condenser microphone stereo pair made for acoustic guitar, drums, and all kinds of acoustic instruments
The LEWITT LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone stereo pair from LEWITT, featuring the brand’s proprietary diaphragm and circuit design, with a 20Hz–20kHz Frequency Response, 135dB Maximum SPL, and 18.8 mV/Pa Sensitivity. It is designed to deliver a natural, balanced, and open sound. For users who need accurate transient capture while preserving air and midrange presence, this is a recording microphone that balances sound quality and accessibility, making it especially suitable for acoustic guitar recording, drum recording, piano recording, and all kinds of acoustic instrument recording.
Compared with traditional large-diaphragm microphones that tend to sound thicker and are physically larger, the LEWITT LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair uses a small-diaphragm structure and a lightweight aluminum body to achieve faster transient response and greater placement flexibility near drum rims or in tight recording positions. Compared with entry-level small-diaphragm microphones in the same price range, the advantage of the LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair lies in its factory-matched dual-mic configuration, which can be directly used in XY, ORTF, spaced pair, and other stereo recording workflows, making it more efficient for drum overheads, room miking, and piano recording.
Quick Facts
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Brand:LEWITT
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Model:LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair
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Microphone Type:Condenser
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Polar Pattern:Cardioid
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Frequency Response:20Hz–20kHz
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Maximum SPL:135dB
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Suitable for:stereo acoustic guitar recording, drum overhead miking, piano recording, room ambience recording, stereo recording of various acoustic instruments
Who is the LEWITT LCT 040 MATCH suitable for?
LEWITT LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair Core Technology and Features
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Small-diaphragm condenser design: Designed for acoustic instruments and high-transient signals, the small-diaphragm structure captures plucks, strikes, and air details more sensitively, making it especially suitable for acoustic guitar, percussion, and piano recording.
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Proprietary diaphragm and circuit design: Uses LEWITT’s own diaphragm and circuit design to deliver a natural, balanced, and open sonic character, reducing excessive coloration and making EQ and dynamic processing easier in post-production.
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Cardioid pickup: Cardioid pattern focuses on the sound source directly in front, effectively reducing side and rear ambient interference, making it easier to obtain a clean signal in both home studios and stage recording.
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Excellent transient response: When handling fast dynamic changes such as snare hits, acoustic guitar strumming, and piano hammer action, it preserves clear attack and detail layers without making the sound muddy.
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20Hz–20kHz full-range coverage: Reproduces everything from low-end foundation and full midrange to airy high-frequency extension, balancing instrument body and spatial feel.
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135dB Maximum SPL: Can handle high-SPL sources and still maintain stable capture when recording snare drums, close percussion, or louder acoustic instruments.
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115dB dynamic range: Helps preserve the layers between subtle soft passages and strong peaks, keeping performance expression from being compressed flat.
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Lightweight aluminum body: The aluminum housing balances durability and weight control, making setup easier and more convenient for drum kits, tight stand angles, and portable use.
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Factory stereo matched pair: The MATCH in the product name indicates its paired positioning, and the dual-mic configuration is ideal for drum overheads, room miking, piano, and stereo acoustic guitar recording.
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Usable in both studio and live settings: In addition to acoustic instrument recording in the studio, it is also suitable for live situations that require a compact, easy-to-place microphone with clear sound.
Small-diaphragm condenser recording performance
- Small-diaphragm designs are especially good at capturing high-frequency detail, air, and transient response, which is particularly beneficial for acoustic guitar, cymbals, piano, and percussion instruments.
- Compared with close-miking microphones that have a thicker tonal foundation, the LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair focuses more on faithful reproduction and balance, making it suitable for recording work that needs to preserve the instrument’s original character.
Cardioid pattern and practical placement flexibility
- The cardioid pattern focuses the sound source in front, reducing room reflections and surrounding noise, and improving control in home recording.
- The compact body makes it easier to place near the snare rim, outside the acoustic guitar sound hole, along piano strings, or in the ideal overhead position for drum kits, solving the placement challenges of larger microphones.
Stereo Pair recording advantages
- The matched pair can be used directly with common stereo miking methods such as XY, ORTF, and AB spaced pair to create greater width, depth, and spatial feel.
- For drum overheads, piano, choir, room ambience, and dual-point acoustic guitar recording, the factory Stereo Pair is more time-saving and consistent than assembling two separate microphones later.
High SPL and dynamic preservation
- The 135dB Maximum SPL allows the LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair to handle snare drums, percussion, and close acoustic instruments without distortion from excessive sound pressure.
- The 115dB dynamic range helps preserve both soft details and strong peaks, giving more room for expressive acoustic performances with wide dynamics.
Lightweight body and practical recording workflow
- The durable and lightweight aluminum housing helps with long-term mounting and portable use, while also reducing the load on stands in tight recording positions.
- Whether for fixed studio miking, live reinforcement, or creators who need to quickly set up a dual-mic stereo rig, this configuration is very intuitive.
Standard accessories in the box (What's in the Box)
- 2 x Mic Clips
- 2 x Windscreens
- 1 x Cushioned Mic Bag
Tech Specs
| Brand | LEWITT |
| Model | LCT 040 MATCH Stereo Pair |
| Microphone Type | Condenser |
| Acoustic Principle | Pressure Gradient |
| Capsule Size | Small-Diaphragm |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Sensitivity | 18.8 mV/Pa, -34.5 dBV/Pa |
| Maximum SPL | 135dB @ 0.5% THD |
| Dynamic Range | 115dB (A) |
| Connector | XLR |
| Phantom Power | Required |
| Power Source | Phantom Power |
| Direction | Side-Address |
| Made in | Designed in Austria |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
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