Are these the Best Value Small Diaphragm Mics? (Only $149!) - Warren Huart: Produce Like A Pro

[@Producelikeapro]

How would you use these mics in your home studio?

[@sakiu3950]

I am too blown away not to have those mics. 140 on acoustics & 040 as overheads as go to mics.

[@Timliesl]

....Acoustic guitar and overheads....maybe replace my rode matched NT5's.

[@stormshadow2k]

Hmm... Sounds like I might sell my Neumann KM184s and have a nice chunk of money to spare, thats what I'm hearing... Not sure I dare take that leap though. The 184s are known for being a tad on the bright side, the Lewitts in this video didn't sound bright (in a bad way) at all. Oh choises... Damn you Lewitt :D

[@zachfell1060]

I'll be using them in the school recording club!

[@TheSmokedKarma]

the would replace my Rode M5's it is amazing what lewitt is doing right now.

[@LEWITT-audio]

Many thanks for this amazing review, Warren! Happy to see you so enthused about the new mics! And good luck to everyone who'll enter the giveaway! Greetings from Vienna.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friends! Thanks for sending me these Mics to try!!

[@DiegoMusicNJ]

It was this video and the samples on Lewits website that helped me settle on getting the 040 Match Pair to cut some acoustic on a project I'm producing for someone at the moment, can't wait to get them next month!

[@gandhara05]

@@Producelikeapro Hi Warren, do you still have those 040's? I am interested how they would perform as close mics on toms. I know that the low might not be as present as it would with other mics. But they are so small and light, I think it could be worth a try. Thanks ever so much :) Regards, Dennis

[@TheOnlineBusker]

I've just bought the 140 Air on the strength of this video. Can't wait to try it today!

[@metaldefender49]

I just picked one up as well based on this amazing review. If I like it I may pick up another.

[@aleksanderdjuran8010]

bit of a long post incoming, but it has to be said. I really wanna thank you for everything you do Warren. About a year and a half ago I started watching you and a few other producers on YT, and in a few weeks, I'm having my studio moved from my bedroom, to a company basement and it'll be an actual small commercial location. We just spoke to an acoustician today, and we're beginning the building next week! You've really inspired me to strive for excellence and to keep bettering myself and my craft. Without your work, I would not have started on this ridiculous journey and I truly owe you all of my gratitude! Thank you so much for sharing so much with us, we love you! Bless you! PS: since I'm looking to replace my cheapo behringer SDCs, I hope I get a shot at these amazing Lewitts! :)

[@guillermodelnoche]

I genuinely loved your reaction to the piano sound! You can't help yourself when the sounds possess you. I would love these for my studio!

[@Producelikeapro]

That's so amazing to hear!! I'm glad that came across! These are pretty amazing!

[@pressurewaverecordingstudi9398]

Never saw that Acoustic Mic placement aimed towards the bottom of the body before, that sounds amazing, especially with that mic. You Lewitt vids have really sold me on them, extremely clean and detailed without losing body, impressive.

[@jacobwhite936]

Lewitt mic - 149 dollars Seeing Warren like a kid on Christmas - priceless Great video, can't wait to add these to my 550 on acoustics and mandolins... maybe taped to a 57 on a snare...

[@Producelikeapro]

You'll love them Jacob!!

[@terrydoylemusic]

"Lewitt, you're messing with us" ... exactly. Sounded killer. I am actually about to start a series of acoustic Jazz recordings and I was looking at SDC microphones (I will have piano, double bass, sax and all sorts coming in...) I wasn't keen on paying the big bucks for the typical brands or vintage stuff (I don't have the tech support near to be able to have vintage stuff and not worry!) so I will definitely give these a look. Thanks for putting this together., Every video, chat, post and thing you publish always adds value for us people in the trenches and people learning. Thanks!

[@dinoschachten]

"I've owned 40 of these microphones" might already be all the selling point I need. :D No, seriously. Truly wonderful to see a low-noise, pretty linear, light all-rounder at that price! Love these insights, helps getting a better and better picture of what's on the market, what to look out for, what pros and cons play a role in everyday uses, and of course seeing recommendations validated time and time again helps choose. Loved them a lot, particularly on the piano!

[@adamfox9651]

You know I love that saloon piano of yours. Those mics really bring it to life. I can hear the sounds of the Long Branch in Dodge City, complete with Festus and Doc arguing in the corner. 🤠

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Adam, I know! I love it too!

[@TheSmokedKarma]

thx for another great video Warren and for all the knowledge you share with the community on KZbin, I am old enough to remember before you tube and this knowledge was difficult to obtain, I still have a pile of old audio productions/recording books etc

[@fannyingabout]

Just bought two LCT 140s and I’m blown away. I was struggling to get the sound I wanted recording my acoustic guitars but these have changed the game. Took me ten minutes to set them up in stereo and no phase issues. Really pleased.

[@ssady5405]

Should I go for 040 or 140s for my acoustics tho ? I have a yamaha acoustic guitar.

[@DungeonDiving]

I picked up a Lewitt 440 a few months back and have been really happy with it. Great mic for the money.

[@DungeonDiving]

@Country T The se2200 is a pretty good one too, IMO!

[@davidmatuschannel5467]

Just ordered the LCT 140 so excited

[@stonail665]

12:52 nice mic placement, I'll probably use that on next piano recording.

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic! I'm so glad to be able to help! Have a marvellous time recording, many thanks Warren

[@95TurboSol]

What mics don't need a preamp? I'm running an sm57 on my scarlett 2i2 and it can't get enough gain to record properly. I thought about buying a preamp but they cost as much as a new mic so I thought I would just get a mic that doesn't need one.

[@DavideChiarello]

I just bought a 140 Air and tried on acoustic guitar today: sounds great! I did spread the word to my drummer and he's going to order a pair of 040 Match he will use as overhead. All because of this video basically, great job as always Warren!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! That's amazing to hear! So glad to be able to help!

[@todds.6028]

And what's the word? Does he like them?

[@WhaleBluePRS]

I have a few students interested in recording and live streaming etc, I keep coming back to this video to forward as a reference for their benefit. Thank you as always for such great information!

[@jessereid2626]

I bought the 040 Match pair last summer and love them! Just did a drum session with a death metal band and the transparency is amazing; everybody is happy, even the metalheads! @Lewitt Thanks, @ProduceLikeAPro, awesome review, cheers.

[@BamTechVids]

Could you please tell me what pre you’re using for the acoustic guitar sample? What’s the signal chain?

[@MaurizioDiBerardino]

Ok man, you actually sold me half the Lewitt catalogue! :D :D Seriously speaking, these ones really seem to be a very good choice for a little inexpensive upgrade!

[@carlosdias1043]

How do these sound on vocals?

[@thommey5793]

Hey Warren, just a quick question: How are you panning the mics when you're doing the stereo-shots like in this video? Do you pan each microphone completely to one side, or maybe at like 60% to one side respectively for each mic? Btw lovely video as allways.

[@DMerkel]

Wowza! Impressive mics, with a multitude of possible uses not only in a studio but mobile recording - for some reason I'm thinking to try a pair on a choir in a nice space. One more thing ... I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one who experiences a sagging boom.

[@alanbrucke]

I’m finally getting around to getting more mics so I can record drums, and these 040s fit the bill perfectly for OHs - what a steal. I picked up a 140 for acoustic as well. Super thankful that these are so accessible, price-wise.

[@SamRommer]

They sound great! I would be interested to hear what preamp you are using as that will affect how they sound!

[@MaxSenitt]

Very good point!!!!!

[@analogkid4557]

These sound really good. Wish I would have known about them two weeks ago before I bought Sennheiser e614's, although I am happy with them, could have saved quite a few dollars.

[@dddocmusic]

Hi big fan of the channel so after seeing this video due to looking for a mic I bought and just got the single air mic. By the way it was just delivered in a box within a box I was convinced was empty it was so light.. can't wait to try it out... thanks

[@Producelikeapro]

I am so impressed with these Mics! Ridiculously good!!

they blow my mind ... they sound amazing ... where is the catch? i really want to buy it but i can believe how great they sound ... do they have something i should know ? high selfnoise ?

[@GaryBradleymusic]

It's not often you get that impression out of the box. 140s are on order! Tx for the demo!

[@fredmanteghian5913]

nice lesson Warren, on mic placement and configuration, not just a review (which was also nice!)

[@davethomas2260]

My opinion - i bought sdc's, a pair of beeznees tube lulus. These are made with authentic parts and hand made capsule, built off the km54, u will be blown away with its quality, and i got a pair for 1400 aus. They are the warmest fattest detailed mic i have, and sound just as good as my royer 121. Have a look at this guys mics he does them himself. Nice guy too. Cheers warren love your demos!

[@adanlopez1103]

excellent video, can you do a review and test of the Behringer C-2 and the SE electronics SE8?

[@stigm1318]

how about lct 140 air ,as a pair, on drums overheads??? i rly think it would give life to cymbals and i think additional controls make it perfect fit for overheads

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

Wow sounded great - especially in AB on your piano!!

[@bullyaudio2317]

Jerry McKenzie these really shined on piano holy crap

[@Producelikeapro]

I agree Jerry! Amazing!!

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

@@Producelikeapro Your "crappy little piano" doesn't sound crappy now haha

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha Thanks! I love my crappy piano!

[@TheAudioWizard]

Sounds so good! I can hear the kick pedal linkage from the overheads! Great video guys!

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha thanks ever so much!!

[@Not-Only-Reaper-Tutorials]

I’m curioius to see how do they behave in a decca tree configuration ... I’m very tempted

[@Producelikeapro]

TORMY VAN COOL great idea my friend!

[@daedricvisions8981]

I’m interested in the Blue isolation headphone your using in this video. I’m looking for a solid pair of isolation headphone to use in the studio for recording drums. A review on these would be fantastic and helpful! Cheers and keep up the great work!!

[@robertmaustin4045]

Hi Warren - bought the Lewitt 140 Air & positioned it in the lower bout.. its a lovely acoustic guitar sound.. for me messing about in my home studio.. cheers & i'm enjoying the content..

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!!

[@jackpainting7150]

These sound amazing. That piano sound is nuts

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed! So good

[@donnewmeyer3133]

How do they compare with the Line Audio CM3?

[@tommykavounidis]

Don Newmeyer exactly what I was thinking!

[@mobilox]

There is guy who repairs your damaged Neumann / Gefell in my area 😉 Good Lewitt review. I like your clips a lot. Greetings from Germany

[@virgogreg]

wow those mics not only sound good but have the X factor sound of the very best brands

[@Producelikeapro]

Greg T agreed 100%!!

[@savanaviolenta]

Getting a pair of these next month.Will use them to record my acoustic guitar, vocals, bass and guitar amps in stereo.

[@royglennie]

Hi Warren, I think if I don't win these mics I will be seriously tempted to buy some! Wonderful, especially on your piano - wow! A question, perhaps you have this answered elsewhere, but like at 11:08 you have mentioned before your overhead distance of 46.5 inches from snare. Why do you use 46.5? Why not 46, or 47, or indeed any other measurement? I understand they are both the same for phase coherence, but why that exact number? Thanks!

[@iam-music]

So how good are these for ORTF ie pattern match etc

[@lodougherty]

Wish I would have known this before I bought my akg p170s

[@seankane3240]

Which ones would you recommend for overheads? Thank Sean

[@willesposito9165]

Would it be possible to do a series of tips on basic musical terminology and theory that is really helpful for the creative process in the studio environment? Maybe split them into things like; what basic theory and terminology a guitar player should know, what a drummer should know etc. Love the channel and all you do. Just a suggestion of something I feel a lot of people like myself may need help with.

[@Kevin-vq6rv]

Check out Adam Neely and Rick Beato's channel.

[@willesposito9165]

@@Kevin-vq6rv yeah good point. Those channels are very helpful with those topics.

[@PianoCelloDrums]

Your videos are always so good and informative. A question if you don’t mind. The Lewitt 140 sounds really great on the acoustic. I have an AKG C214 and I’m wondering how does that compare, what would be your opinion?

[@borralbi]

Would be nice to see them compared to a pair of CM3

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous idea!!

[@IAmStanIAm]

And a rode nt5 as well

[@maximehebert4564]

I vote for that!!! Curently looking for cm3/cm4 or lewitt 040

[@anthonyhind8898]

And to a pair of Se electronics Se8 mics.

[@schwarzerrogen930]

Only problem I have with the overheads is the pedal squeek... gotta love classic pedals. Amazing mics, gonna have to get a set or 2.

[@naggelwauss]

Hi Warren, i have one pair of LCT140 and they are great, question, when will you give your kick pedal a drop of oil, it's squeaking in a lot of your video's ;).Thanks for all your info!

[@gilbycoyote]

If it’s good enough for bonzo, it’s good enough for me

[@branislavhavlik570]

Hi. Thanks for great rewiew. Which pair (140 or 040) of lewitt do you recomend for acoustic guitar stereo recording? Thank you

[@darrenross9168]

Hi Warren, David, great review, wow I love Lewitt Mics, they sound so good, all the best, Darren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Darren!! You Rock!!

[@garyshirinian]

Hi. What do you think of universal audio sp1 small diaphragm condenser microphones. Thx

[@anthonyhind8898]

Thank you for this introduction to these Livett mics. However, I read that the 040 have no or little interference rejection and so could only be used in a shielded recording room. Unfortunately I have a radio station as a close neighbour, and I am looking for a sensitive mic for a quiet instrument, but that I can use in my non shielded interference prone listening room. What would you think?

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Anthony! Not that I know of! It sounds great in my studio, however it's not a purpose built room with magic isolation! Haha It's just wired well.

[@anthonyhind8898]

@@Producelikeapro Thank you for that! Do you mean that when the equipment is well earthed there’s no problem? I was perhaps wrongly imagining that the aluminium (as opposed to steel) in the casing could make a poor shield. That would have been a real pity as the sound quality seems so good. I was thinking of adopting Se80 mics, but these are even more reasonably priced for what appears good sound quality.

[@LorneVignettes]

I really enjoy all the amazing knowledge that you share here. I own 1 Lewitt LCT-140-Air. I really needed an extra small diaphragm condenser mic for my Hi-Hats. I use a pair of Shure SM-81s for overheads. Buying the Lewiit mic really saved me some money because I certainly didn't want to spend another 350 dollars for another SM-81. Rock On man and keep up the great content.🤘By the way you need to lube up that kick pedal. Sounds like Bonham's Kick Pedal from Since I've Been Loving You. Lol.

[@musicmaker8536]

How do these compare to the small condenser matched Rode mics?

[@damnfractal]

also would like to know, as I have a pair of nt-5, they've been good to me so far

[@robgracia509]

did you have the mics on the piano panned left and right warren thinking about getting some of these

[@MarkHolden73]

Wow you didn't need to say a word once you set up the piano mics you faces said it all, heading off to price these up now for the uk

[@yubarecordingstudio7578]

Sounds great! Have a Lewitt lct 440 that I’m liking on guitar cabs also The placebo effect of expensive mics is disappearing! ..

[@terrillmel]

Love it. Isn't that the truth. The Lewitts just seem to give something so utterly good every time. Maybe I'll pick something my peluso 251 at times, but then I ask myself "does it really sound any better?" Not usually.

[@MorganSizer]

Couldn’t get a good look at the headstock - what acoustic guitar is that? Sounds good!

[@HR2635]

tested the 040 and 140, both were prone to catch digital noise from cell phones and radio (a slight humming noise, and yup I tested my other SDCs with the same cables and pres and everything, only the Lewitt had this issue).Well maybe not an issue for a great professional shielded studio, but in a semi pro home studio like mine this was a huge issue. So send them back. Too bad cause I REALLY liked the sound!

[@DarkPa1adin]

Is the switch flimsy? I have sennheiser dynamic mic with switch. After a year of use, the switch can drop off easily

[@Producelikeapro]

So far none of my Lewitt's have had anything go wrong with them!

[@codking82]

how are you connecting the mic and recording ?

[@drjazz7278]

top work as always Warren .. when David started playing your upright was sooo willing him to break into a Chas and Dave number . (non uk viewers google them and enjoy some virtuoso musicians who were rarely off uk t.v. in the late 70's /early 80's ..R.I.P. Chas Hodges.)

[@dm.danilomaggi]

Thanks for this review! Do you recommend a pair of this matched lewitt or a pair of audio technica at2031? I’m in doubt between this two. I need a good pair of all around mic (Drums, guitar, piano, strings and percussion)

[@benjaminjohnlong]

How do the 140 Air mics sound on hi hats and ride?

[@thomas.cloutier-guay]

got a pair of lct040 recently, i have to say they pass the violin test realy well, i think i prefer them to oktava's mic. as soon as the virus thing calm down, im going to put them against neuman's km 184. i am expecting good results.

[@BoboButYouCanCallMeTom]

The oktava's your talking about are the MK 012-01's?

[@thomas.cloutier-guay]

@@BoboButYouCanCallMeTom yea.

[@andrew71017]

I’m genuinely shocked by how good these mics sound… it’s safe to say I’ll be buying a pair for my new studio space!!

[@Producelikeapro]

I sold a very, very expensive mic because these were getting more use!!

[@andrew71017]

@@Producelikeapro There’s just something about buying microphones from Austrian and German companies. Huge shoutout to telefunken whose TF29 I (maybe slightly controversially) prefer to Neumanns U87 on vocals after significant use of both… I can’t wait to get these lewitt mics to use piano recording!!

[@johnjoxx]

I’ve bought a couple of years ago a CAD E70, which cost me $99. It’s a very cool SDC mic in a budget. For my surprise, I checked out the price today a it’s $300! I’ve been looking for other options and these Lewitt seems like a good alternative!

[@royalemuzikproductionz]

Hi Warren do you use avatone mixcubes?

[@shreyasiyengar8408]

Hey Warren. What pres + converters are these running into?

[@bigdap100]

wow, sounds great...I wonder what mic was used??

[@doublepedaler]

I just bought the 140 air. I going to try to use it as my hi hat mic. Hopefully it sounds good. I have a pair of Shure SM81s for overheads as well as everything else. I will do a comparison on acoustic guitar and put the lewitt up against the SM81 and the PG81.

[@benjaminkreibe1411]

How do you like them compared to the SM81?

[@doublepedaler]

@@benjaminkreibe1411 I'm going to do the comparison tomorrow or Saturday. But when I do I will comment on here so you can hear for yourself. I will do the test with a acoustic guitar first I will record a completely dry take between the mics then will do another with eq and other processing on them. I'm super excited to hear the difference.

[@doublepedaler]

I just recorded my Guild acoustic guitar into Cubase. I recorded the guitars for a mic shootout video. I have to say that I 100% endorse the Lewitt 140 Air. Compared to the Shure PG81 and SM81 the Lewitt has more gain out of the gate. I doubled the tracks for each Mic and the 140 air through my digital mixer into my computer completely dry sounds amazing. I can't say it sounds better then the SM81 but it is on the same level and its $200 cheaper.

[@eliaszeghen765]

Hi warren have you use the Apollo x8p for record drums or guitar, bass, keyboard? What do you think is the better than audient preamps?

[@Producelikeapro]

They will both give you amazing results my friend!!

[@trafalgerdavis7839]

Based on this demo for the 140's on the drums, I just bought them. Just beginning to record drums, have Sennheiser E602 II for the kick. Will add these and then go on to snare and tom mics as needed. Sound great. Any suggestions (beside SM57, as I know they are the go to for snares)?

[@TheReal_Dicey]

Hi Warren. What mic stand is behind you in the piano part? They look fairly sturdy. I've been looking for something similar to what was in the studio I interned in, a one handle release for angle and boom extension, and the only one's like it I can find are the ulti-boom pro's but reviews are mixed (problems with drooping and general longevity). If you were setting up a studio from scratch and had to buy everything you'd need, what mic stands would you buy?

[@Lucifersclips]

Buying a 040 for sure

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous

[@Simonewhitesim-1music]

I haven't even heard them yet. Now looking to order a pair. Sweet.

[@Producelikeapro]

Simone white amazing to hear!!

[@Simonewhitesim-1music]

​@@ProducelikeaproI rang my local store and ordered. Bam!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Amazing! You will be VERY happy!

[@Simonewhitesim-1music]

@@Producelikeapro For mainly my Overheads.

[@GestattenWinnetou]

Nice review. I‘m looking for an alternative to the Oktava MK-012, are these better for grand piano, what do y‘all think?

[@jamesfitzgerald1840]

So would you buy these or the sE Electronics SE8? I'm on the fence.

[@jurgenschuler8389]

These 3 mics sounds terrific! And for that price! Wow!

[@Producelikeapro]

Jürgen Schuler I know! Insanely good price!!

[@conoconnor2962]

wow!..sounding great Warren, as a matter of interest ,what pre's did you put them through?

[@Producelikeapro]

Hello! I used an Audient iD44!

[@alfredclausen1991]

amazing, what is it for a guitar?? because it sounds absolutely wildly good??

[@МихаилЛогинов-я8э]

Thanx a lot!!! Always best to watch review for the producer perspective.

[@Producelikeapro]

Mikhail Loginov thanks ever so much my friend!!

[@gelderlandproduction]

have you ever used/tried these on a guitar cabinet?

[@nathanielnicholson559]

My wife was just chuckling about my watching yet another video of my 'KZbin boyfriend' until you used the word 'nifty' and got her real attention lol. Now she gets it. Also, you've sold me on these mics. Along-side ribbons I have a sdc addiction and both of these models (as well as the Behringer C4s) will be in my locker very soon. When that piano began to embrace the spaced pair it went straight to my emotions... I believe that constitutes 'need' ;)

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha thanks Nathaniel I really appreciate your great comment!

[@sharkeymusic9165]

Great video! Is there any reason why you did not use two LCT 140 Airs on the Acoustic Guitar? I am looking at picking these mics up but was not sure why you only use one mic on the guitar. Should I buy the stereo pair? My only guess is that there is concern about getting out of phase with two mics if not set up properly. It would seem if it was done right that it could sound better. Thanks!

[@imaxeman69]

Very Nice. Might have to add a pair.

[@JaydenAndDaddyMovies]

I usually use Shure sm81"s, but on this video it seems to put them on the back burner even though they are about $330 a piece. I also shared this video with a friend and he thanked me also saying he's purchasing them tomorrow and thanked me for telling him just in time for an important recording!! I also want to purchase them. Thank you very much for everything, you're cool as hell, and so is your advice!!

[@asimgeekhan]

lewitt 040 matched vs sE electronics sE7?

[@Kevin.Halter]

What is the make and model of the acoustic guitar? Very pleasant sound and look. Cheers!

[@janovefjeld]

Hello Huart.. would you say these mics are better for piano recording then the soyez 013ft/tube, I se you did a review on the souyez mics before. I think these sounded pretty good on that piano. I do have the 013fet. But just curious if I should get these instead. Its for piano recording only... Or maybe any other recommendation for mics on piano? Please hope you can help my question:) Jan

[@dled2010]

Was this just strictly line level sound? No preamp coloration or anything to effect the sound?

[@milo6046]

Wow great mics. Might be my next purchase. Nice guitar too, what's the brand?

[@NetaGamesMan]

Are they good for vocals and electric guitar too?

[@valentinheyn4298]

ok nice, but what s the name of this mices and can use them on vocals also?

[@levijessegonzalez3629]

How do the flagship Lewwit 340 sdc compare to these?

[@orcasea59]

Would love to hear a comparison between these and the Rode M5s