Is this The ULTIMATE Microphone? Lewitt LCT1040 Review | Booth Junkie

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:00 What is my ULTIMATE MIC
02:48 Introducing the LCT1040
03:58 PRICE
04:31 OVERVIEW
05:31 MIX AND COLOR
06:06 DUAL OUTPUT
06:27 CLEAR TUBE SETTING
07:15 TUBE Settings described
08:27 TUBE WARM MODE
09:04 The POWER SUPPLY
09:44 TUBE DARK MODE
10:00 CONTROL ROOM CONFIG
10:48 TUBE SATURATED MODE
11:02 STEREO MATCHED PAIR CONFIGURATION
12:09 HIGH PASS FILTER TEST
13:13 PAD SWITCH TEST
14:41 50% Clear 50% FET
14:58 POP FILTER
16:00 50% FET 50% WARM
17:10 50% FET 50% DARK
17:15 SHOCK MOUNT
18:35 50% FET 50% Saturated
18:47 REVERSING THE CAPSULE
19:35 HOLD BUTTON
20:06 HANGING THE MIC
20:42 POLAR PATTERNS
20:59 OMINIDIRECTIONAL
22:02 WIDE CARDIOID
22:40 CARDIOID OFF AXIS
23:20 SUPERCARDIOID OFF AXIS
23:55 FIGURE 8 OFF AXIS
24:15 ROTATING MIC IN CARDIOID
25:58 CONS
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Thanks!

[@LEWITT-audio]

Thanks so much for the amazingly revealing review, Mike! We're super excited to hear your thoughts on our new flagship!

[@HungryForTastyFoodAndComicArt]

I *love* my sub-zero!

[@thebrigandier]

Mike's vids are what convinced me to take the leap into getting a Lewitt LCT 440 Pure in concert with a dbx-286s. I use it for live streaming and get lots of compliments both for the sound and the appearance on camera. These mics are extremely well thought out and feel super solid, and your magnetic pop filter works great without getting in the way. Can't wait to get a higher end model someday. :)

[@LEWITT-audio]

@@thebrigandier Thanks so much, your feedback means a lot to us!

[@Thomas_Speck]

@@thebrigandier I also own a 440 Pure, for Podcast and Narration, thanks to Mike's reviews. I'm from Austria and I think it's brilliant that a company here is able to build such good quality. Honestly a testament to AKG's heritage - but much more modern and innovative. The 440 is my goto - but honstly, the 1040 is now my microphone of choice, i don't want a Neumann U87 anymore - i want the 1040 ... sigh

[@honeste6652]

I have the LCT 440 Pure, and I love it. Such a great, clear mic.

[@CarlMurawski]

I don’t know that it’s the ultimate mic, but you’re the ultimate Mike when it comes to voiceover videos!

[@mroctober3657]

Michaelangelo would be up there too... as far as Mike's are concerned.

[@saucyg6371]

Michael Jordan up there too, Jackson if he didn’t like kids

[@Paulywogg]

This is the way.

[@mroctober3657]

@@Paulywogg This is the way.

[@MusicFella]

The Glenn Fricker shoutout had me geeked af

[@ianmorris7686]

Hey Mike! Just wanted to say I learned to set up my Voice Over DAW, equipment, and start recording by watching you. Now I have books lined up till April, and they’re best sellers. Great video, and thank you for all you do!

[@BoothJunkie]

That is awesome!

[@empressironbladder8942]

Congratulations! That sounds like all your hard work and these great videos really paid off!👏🏽🎊

[@lionheartroar3104]

Out of my league but I am the proud and delighted owner of an LCT 240 and a LCT540 s. The Lewitt LCT microphone series produce the most beautiful transparent sound at any price point. Truly wonderful tools!

[@mogwix]

I really admire that Lewitt is making unique microphones without necessarily trying to fit a niche or emulate a certain sound. An engineer friend of mine turned me onto them a few years back when I did a session recording music at another studio. I was so used to seeing the same few microphones everywhere ... you NEED an SM57 and 121 to record guitar amps, you NEED a U47 for vocals, you NEED a U87 for VO, you NEED D112s and 421s for drums, you NEED 414's for piano ... I've never really subscribed to that mindset (I've done most of my work in project studios) and it was nice to see some different tools put to use in the real world. Thanks for the demo!! While this mic is outside of my price bracket, I would love to add a proper tube mic to my locker eventually, I'll keep this on my list if I ever make that jump.

[@adamsarchive4126]

Seeing Mike so excited about a Mic gets me excited for Mics and for Mike 😀

[@starman5754]

Outstanding demo of this unit! Great job!

[@danielperryvoiceovers7305]

What a great Mic .. thanks for sharing Mike !

[@matoflynn]

This was a joy to watch. Added to the wish list

[@homestudioacademy]

What an amazing video and review! Thanks for all you do for our audio community Mike!

[@adamluo8209]

I like this video, it explains every question I have for this mic. Love it!

[@InfraredVisuals]

Thanks for the in-depth review.

[@VOByRobbins]

I was hoping for this video, I'd love to get one of these, sounds amazing on your voice, wow!!!!!!! Great feature set and low noise too!! Lewitt is just killing it Mike, you do great work on these videos--- thank you!

[@Ed-davies]

I want it! I love my 540s and other Lewitt Mics, just stunning!

[@LBJedi]

Great review, Mike; thank you! I freaked out a little when you showed the remote. I think that’s pretty brilliant. It’s possible this mic has replaced the U87 as my dream mic.

[@Alexandra-Rex]

Glad to see they put the pop filter farther away from the microphone. The one they have on most are too close to be the most effective _(they themselves proved this in one of their videos),_ which is too bad, cause it's incredibly handy to have it mount like it does and just be out of the way. I wonder if they will update the pop filters for their other microphones.

[@NolanM.]

This is a seriously impressive microphone setup! Lewitt has done a great job. Perhaps we will start seeing this microphone integrated in more voice over studios alongside the standard U87s.

[@dearhorse085]

I subscribed to this channel because I was looking for a mic. I liked hearing the sounds from different microphones, as it is pleasing to me ears. Eventually he inspired me to buy a linear PCM recorder. I still use it today. I also learned how important sound treatment is. This is one of the few channels that you actually get to hear practical sound advice from a professional. I wish there were more channels like it. And I'm glad I subscribed. Respect, man...

[@AndrewDBrown2020]

Great review / delivery (as always) - what a lovely mic.

[@johnheiser2604]

Thanks for such an honest review. I have watched it a few times.

[@itscarlosreally]

While I know that I'll never need such an expensive mic, I love these kinds of videos.

[@QuantumGamingUploads]

You are the best Sir. You reviews are fantastic as always and LEWITT you guys raised the bar with this one.Congrautlations

[@LEWITT-audio]

Thanks so much! It was quite a journey...

[@MrCameraJunkie]

Dude! Great Breakdown. Looks and sounds amazing. 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@fungiplays2289]

Sterling work! Another great video Mike

[@satyahanspal]

LOVE THE INTRO!!!!!!

[@learnaudiobasics]

Excellent review as usual!

[@michaelsshort]

As always, GREAT info!

[@valerie98]

Thanks for this ultimate video, Mike!

[@mikebottiaux5850]

I like this mic, it has everything. Great review, Mike.

[@empressironbladder8942]

One Mic to rule them all….pretty much sums up this amazing piece of equipment. I cant believe all the options this comes with…the price point is jaw dropping, but justified. I’m putting this high on my to ‘work towards list’. Thank you for this fantastic video, Mr. Junkie!👏🏽🥇

[@AvivaKillian]

Holy moly that is the MOST amazing mic that i have ever seen!!! 😍😍😍😍

[@Dylan_Roberts]

I laughed hard at the Glenn reference. Glad to see you go through this mic. It's definitely going to get added to the locker. 🤙🏻

[@MikeBiohazard]

All these videos! Proud of how far you've come. Also, my wife says she can listen to you all day even though she has no idea what you're talking about.

[@Kyleach15]

Man, I have such an untrained ear, I really have a hard time telling the difference between all these settings but I love watching all your videos. I'm not sure why but it's all so interesting to me. Thanks for entertaining me so much for the past couple months haha

[@ivegotahammer6360]

This mic has me in awe. Seriously great job to Lewitt, and great review. I thought I wanted the u87, not anymore.

[@highaquatic3055]

Mike! the vids always a banger. at this point you can use any mic and sound awesome. Keep up the good work!

[@linkfactors]

Love it! I want one, Lol. Nice review. Thank you.

[@laserbeamlightning]

I run the 441 Flex. Beautiful mic. I really love it myself but this is another one I have to look into

[@laurieegbert9052]

This video was so much fun. 🤣 BEST VIDEO EVER!!!!!!!

[@michaelgreyproductions5103]

I saw Andrew Huangs video featuring this. But glad I learned some more about it! Thanks!

[@WarrenGaum]

I bought the lewitt LCT 940. It's brilliant.

[@aether962]

This thing is crazy, what a feat of engineering!

[@timothymchugh4852]

Thanks for another engaging and informative review! Regarding your comments that the overall tube effect could be less subtle; back in the day the conventional wisdom about tube mics was that for best results you needed to let them warm up for at least an hour before using them. Some older Abbey Road engineers say that in the 50s and 60s they never even unplugged their u47's, because they used them so routinely and always wanted them at the ready. I don't know if you did let the mic warm up or how long the video took to produce, but It could be interesting to note if there was any audible difference if the mic was switched on for an hour or so before use. Thanks again for your videos and all the best!

[@nethervoicevideos]

Thanks for this extensive review! The LCT 1040 is a marvel of technology. It's amazing what they do in Austria! I agree, though, that the effects are too subtle to warrant the hefty price tag. In a sense it is a real Lewitt mic. Well built, but always a tad clinical in its sound. BTW my ultimate microphone is the Gefell M930 Ts. I'm a voice talent like you, and I only need a quiet mic that flatters my voice. The Gefell fits the bill perfectly.

[@darylthisdelle7702]

I also own that Gefell mic. A tad above in quality and sound.

[@EposVox]

I love this mic so much! Great review.

[@Symba_Lysm]

Imminent Foreshadowing incoming.. ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@thehohoshow1]

wow, that is an amazing Mic, and i'm stust starting the Video

[@GeorgeTheTech]

An analog answer to the Townsend Labs Sphere L22. Nice job!

[@FRANKRICECOLD209]

As Soon As I Can Buy One At Sweet Water I Am Getting One Thanks For the Video

[@ProvenSawlid]

I always wanted that mic.

[@TowerKenny]

Now THAT looks like something I'd love to add to my studio. I'll put it on my wish list first, though! LOL Cheers

[@Chriss120]

seems like a worthy top of the line model for a brand.

[@trollanos]

Haha nice addition of Glenn

[@JimMcNicholas]

Wow, they need to send you a matched pair!

[@ramspencer5492]

Yeah. Same price-point as a U87.... But a lot more mojo and versatility. I'd say it's a winner. Looks really good for music. They're not really effects..... They're hardware paths..... It's not an effects box..... For music, this is really useful.

[@kurosumomo]

Looking at how long it take to switch some settings and modes, I'm going to say there is some magic effects dust going on, this is just not how analogue things work.

[@cac2244]

you should have mentioned the price at the end of the video, you killed my enthusiasm from the get go... 😂 I guess I am living with my plug-ins for much longer.

[@davidquikpic6823]

Just found your channel and absolutely LOVING this. What advice would you give people who want to start the process of getting into voice-over work. Is there a specific "type" of voice that you would need or can it be learned/practiced? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Again, LOVE this channel and digging all of the great content!!!

[@nicholasmullins3693]

Omg that Glenn Fricker reference xD

[@ericdano]

Very cool.

[@efraingonzalez4642]

Awesome review Mike. So, I know this is going to be a tough question... Would you replace your u87 or MKH416 for this mic?

[@clarinetninja]

Well done and thoughtful video MIke! I can't imagine I will ever have the budget for something like this - but it is great when a company pushes the limits and makes things happen beyond what has been seen before. Again as somebody who will never probably own one of these, a proprietary cable is a disappointment in theory. I don't know jack about cables and why it would need to be proprietary (so if it has to be then I can understand that) - but that is a pretty huge potential point of failure with catastrophic consequences on a product that is otherwise very well focused on the needs of the consumer/user. But speaking of thoughtful - your review and information is the pinnacle of thoughtful!

[@BanderaFilmsAndMusic]

Please, make a video comparison between this beautiful monster and the u87ai

[@adamdodd6971]

Thanks for the brilliant review. I was certain that my next mic would be the LCT940 (not that I believe you’ve reviewed that one), because of the adjustable FET/TUBE controller and the configurable polar patterns … but now…?

[@beats-by-skrill8925]

I currently own a LCT 940 for 7 plus years. I will say this. I dont look forward to buying another mic or care wht other brands has to offer. This mic is irreplaceable.

[@adamdodd6971]

@@beats-by-skrill8925 Fantastic - that’s great to know. Thank you.

[@gnostie]

I'm not into microphones more than absolutely have to be, but you're really sweet, Mike.

[@botanicalstig]

I have an lct 440 pure. Needed a good sound for beginner VA. It sounds great, though I've been using it more for twitch streaming. It's a killer for the price, I sound like myself... not a radio broadcast. Gotta give lewitt a thumbs up, if I was pro, I wouldn't really look anywhere else.

[@YouTw1tFace]

You bought a $3500 mic as a beginner? lol...how much money do you make geez.

[@antonjam3845]

@@YouTw1tFace lct440 cost around 300$

[@botanicalstig]

@@YouTw1tFace 440 pure, it's their lower end model. It was $200 with cable & stand when I got it on sale.

[@YouTw1tFace]

@@botanicalstig oh my bad. I thought you meant you had this same mic. ;)

[@JB-xf4ly]

WOW... if I had this before I bought all the others, I wouldn't have spend as much on Mics!

[@jankoch267]

Dang! This would be perfect for me. I'm streaming on twitch, recording podcasts but also write music and sing. Guess I'll have to save up some money now...

[@bisnaut2751]

I am having to max out my volume to listen to this video? Did you boost audio in post?

[@ItsAGundam]

This is hot, but pricey as all get up and GO!

[@AbbreviatedReviews]

I watched this whole thing despite the fact that this is in no way and probably never will be something I'd purchase. But it would be super cool to have a remote for microphone functions. Fiddling with little dials on the mic is lame.

[@FunnyGuyTimmy]

It’s like when you make a good friend while on vacation. It’s great but all things come to an end 😢

[@scoremoore4280]

indeed a very expensive friend.

[@darjanator]

In my ears the FET mode of the mic was far too harsh with your sibilance, but the warm and dark modes just put enough of a tweak on that to make it enjoyable. Unfortunately my ears are far too crude to be able to appreciate and describe any specific qualities of the sound other than that. :(

[@ErikWoodsCinSoundRadio]

I absolutely agree with the sibilance comment. The moment he started taking into the mic I was immediately turned off. There was something tinny & metalic about the higher end of this mic. I've notice a similar issue the AKG-C414, which I used for a few months but eventually went back to my old mic.

[@phlocutor2977]

Faz a revisão do microfone Boya BY M1000

[@photoscotty]

Is it XLR that goes to the remote or DMX, like a light controller?

[@Secretlycat31]

What’s a very good streaming/KZbin mic that will just pick up my voice and not my loud keyboard or mouse. Or my pc fans.

[@mpstudiobergen6451]

When I'm putting the mic into the shock mount it is very very snug. Too snug. And when I am clamping it in place, I have to use force. Too much force. Is this a production issue, or can this be adjusted?

[@mahinmiah9404]

Make a video of Townsend Labs Sphere L22 mic.... Plz..❤️❤️

[@scoremoore4280]

so this rank in the same category as the u87? Seems like unlike the u87 that will take up a bit of space in your room. I would like to here a comparison between this and the u87 if you have one.

[@muchammadnurwibowo8255]

Co-creative process deliver its baby! Does this have low self noise as lct 540 sub zero?

[@BillAnciaux]

Amazing achievement from Lewitt. Not sure why they are marketing it to the VO community though, which I think is why they sent you one, Mike. Total overkill IMO. Awesome video as usual!

[@valerie98]

Maybe it was not about marketing it to the VO community, but just about having Mike experiencing it ;)

[@enriquekahn9405]

Booth Junkie/SpectreSoundStudios collab when

[@rappersorbee]

Hey! how woudl you compare this to a U87 Ai? in terms of sound quality as this obviously wins in versatility, im currently choosing between the two and cant seem to pick, could you or anyone who owns both help?

[@mfkrwill]

I was not expecting to see Glenn in the beginning of this XD You probably couldve asked him to record something saying "shut up Mike" or something

[@officialWWM]

At 5 grand, I want that mic to make me coffee!

[@edclevel402]

😍

[@SSingh-nr8qz]

How does my Blue Snowball compare to this mic?

[@joemfahey]

Just below it. Probably. A hair.

[@kirillch]

I was near to stop the video after the price ))

[@marcotronic]

For around 3500 EUR I think I‘ll stay with my Neumann U87 AI and Sennheiser MKH416 for about the same price

[@citizenkhaelis]

Can't justify a $3500 mic, but maybe some day. :) For now, I'm exceedingly happy with my LCT 440 Pure.

[@RondellKB]

I can't imagine spending more than $300 for a mic, and that's pushing it for me. I'll leave this one for the record companies 😂😂

[@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD]

Lewitt has 440 Pure and 441 Flex are at that cost? Severe Price variations India versus other Countries! I'm Searching if Booth Junkie Mike Reviewed that Mic 441 Flex or 440 Pure. Think Budget option is 240 Pro.

[@RondellKB]

@@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD I think he did review the 440 pure. I don't think there's a mic review channel with more than 5k subscribers that hasn't reviewed the 440 pure.

[@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD]

@@RondellKB 441 Flex I'm asking about Brother. Plus I've Seen that Any Omitted by other reviewers' videos Problems/Issues with a mic, Mike DOES Mention them with Even the Company Specifications Graphs Documentation. Like for Example when researching listing out options on XLR &USB combo mics Low to Mid Budget, instead of Shure MV7, Samson Q9U not having headphone monitoring work on XLR mode or older videos for the odd mics out of the commission pushed FiFine etc, M-Audio UBER multi polar patterns mic good natural voice quality and pickup even further from speaker, but stand issue. This is the Reason I Give Credit where Due to Mike&👍🏼Sub. I've searched if He reviewed sE Electronics Neom in addition to 441 Flex, didn't show in the results or I wouldn't have enquired most of those high sub count dudes are hyping mics that are being returned and poor reviews on Online Shopping platforms, so I go with what I hear and see and more out of the Box quality or functional because I don't have a Voice Actor or Podcast Radio Voice more Robotic so I'm taking my time because I'm Needing something for global public disclosure and Teaching Laws Rights etc so Yeah Pretty Serious on Quality over anything else! No High Priced or 101 interfaces to PERFORM ONE freakin Purpose is What I'm Struggling and Battling for so to speak! No link webcam and obsbot decides oh so late they're going to have a Tiny 4k 2 but doesn't look 3 axis from the short Advert or what its mic audio quality is like! At This Point, I'm getting oh so tempted to just Turn on the Phone Camera Go into Dual View Mode Video test between phone mic quality sample versus Attach the doggone Comica Mic and Record Offline itself see which is better and let the videos audios whatever flow if there's any actual damn independent platform that's not in bed with the Alphabet Companies listed for Death Penalty in my Cases! Because I think by now Anyone Everyone in Whistle Blowing Reporting Global Crimes Scams Field Are Well Aware of Audio Video Network Compression Meddling That Will OBVIOUSLY be Done by you know who YT, when they're on my cases list and made their CEOs Abscond in a Hurry for Illegal Removal Ghosting of Evidence Videos Audios of Courts Police Government Owned State National Human Rights Commission etc! So Yeah if They Locked Down the World India to Try to Cover Up My Son's and My Cases, Think you Get The Gist of Why I'm So Particular on Quality Enough Times Already Uploaded the Information Evidence Illegal Censorship Disabling Accounts Because Their Crimes Against Humanity and Children!

[@RondellKB]

@@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD I don't know about that, there's other channels that did though

[@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD]

@@RondellKB Official With Highly Tweaked Samples and Studio. Not Real World General Consumer Experience Videos so Far what I've Watched.

[@TrustedTackleTips]

don't need it..don't need it..don't need it..want it..want it..want it :) Damn it's as good looking as it is sounding.

[@gznewman]

I know what the ultimate Mike is. Now I know what the ultimate mic is. Thanks Mike!

[@guenstigkochen]

👍🏻

[@theoffscouring777]

First off let me Begin by saying you’re a genius when it comes to microphones dude Second off I royally pisses me off that you’re NOT compensated Now let’s be real You work hard on your videos right? You put a lot of time and effort into them? Of course you do and I understand that because I make videos myself so I know the time and work it takes to create one, on top of that you’re educating people on so many things. So all the work you put, the time and energy for THIS company as well as others and you mean to tell me they can’t let you keep the mic? Regardless of the cost the make plenty of them and I highly doubt they would be hard pressed to let you keep it, I mean I just don't see them goin bankrupt over letting you keep that microphone or other they may hav Sent you. I think it's disgusting how greedy these companies can be sometimes Now maybe I’m being a little to passionate but that’s just me, I hate that they send you a mic to “use” then you gotta send it back? For them to do what with it? Repackage it? Give to a friend? I mean come on man. I apologize but it does get under my skin seeing you are probably one of, if not the BEST KZbin microphone reviewer yet, you break down every little detail, on every video and explain in Greta detail on top of that and they can’t let you keep a microphone 🤦🏻 Really not kool of them, especially seeing how much you like and enjoyed it, they could’ve at least gave you a major discount or something and maybe they did idk I could be wrong but in my opinion, you should get it for free dude Period You make great videos and I respect you 🫡

[@c3pu333]

26:30 false, check the magnuson-moss warranty act :)

[@PhatNutz]

i just want a mic that makes me sound like mike 😉

[@joshuaharrover3205]

For me, it would probably be one of three choices because of my financial budget, the Shure SM57; the Electro-Voice RE320; or the Audio-Technica AT-2020. One thing these all have in common is that they are built like tanks.

[@GingerDrums]

If only it didn't have that Gaming PC asthetic. Truly a hideous microphone that sounds great. I'd be slightly concerned with reliability with so many moving parts. I'll stick with my Gefell M930 ts for now :))

[@Ancipital_]

Anyone here who heard any difference on a mobile? I couldn't hear much of a difference on a OnePlus 9 Pro.

[@matatoto9805]

3500!? My MacBook M1 Max was cheaper haha! Yea, if this isn't the ultimate microphone, which one is it?

[@ianmorris7686]

For VO? U87AI gets my vote :) but I'm running a TLM-103 at the moment, and my buddies that dub anime from home haven't upgraded from that... so maybe it's an opinion/use-case/personal taste conversation at that point?