Which LEWITT Microphone Should You Buy?

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[@EdwardSmithMusic]

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[@asillyrabit]

Can you do a comparison between lct440 pure and akg c214 pleaseeeeee?

[@alessio912]

il colore del Chandler Limited TG Microphone Type L è unico. Riesci a recensirlo?

[@homestudioacademy]

Love Lewitt Mics! I’ve gotten great results with the 440 Pure but it’s great to see this comparison covering a entire mic range. Thank you for such a great review!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@REMRODFILMS]

yeah i just got the 440 its that deal, sounds cleaner than the 1040 i had smh crazy

[@bernardoarevalo9806]

The 840 is actually the smoothest and easiest to work with as a mix engineer

[@18CC]

i prefered the 640 TS. But what about the 540S with the very low selfnoise. Sound close to 640Ts and less selfnoise.

[@monoblancomusicstudio2649]

​​​​@@18CC the 540subzero it's a very bright and detailed microphone, so it's less versátile microphone than the 640ts. I love the 540s in foley's, in complex foleys for example very quiet sounds, or when we need a really detailed sound. In musical instruments I prefer as a room mic, but not so close, because it can pick a lot of details. Their sound it's similar but not so close between the 540s and the 640ts. The 640ts is by far the most versatil mic.

[@gh00al]

LCT 440 is an incredible mic for the money. Anyone who doesn't know much about this stuff and just wants a fantastic sound for minimal fuss should grab one. I spent countless hours/days/weeks/months messing around with other mics for voiceover, ranging from a Yeti (which sounded like ass) to an SM57 (which sounded very good but had a hundred finnicky drawbacks like picking up hum and needing excessive gain and complicated EQing... and still at the end of all that didn't sound nearly as natural as the 440). Bought a 440, spent about 10 mins applying the simplest of EQ and some expander to catch mouth noise and breathing, spoke 30 deg off axis (but still centered on the mic's polar pattern) to avoid plosives and take a bit of the edge off... amazing results. Easy and done. This is what mics should be but so rarely are unless you spend thousands. Can't recommend it enough. The only down side is that the mount and pop filter now appear to be plastic, not metal. But at this price I'm amazed they were ever not plastic.

[@ArthurAbramovPhoto]

Hi, are you using Ableton or another DAW? And which plugin (VST or what?) Do you use it to remove breathing and other noises? And EQ

[@fantestec]

Can you share your EQ adjustements? TY!

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

For real. I've wanted it. It looks and sounds so nice! Shalom. Happy New Year!

[@breakdancinfool]

640 was the most notable jump in quality. The tubes nicely smoothed out mids and highs but didnt add any noticeable fidelity. That being said, the Pure Tube sounded warmer and fuller than the 1040

[@uncle-english]

I have LCT 240 and 440. They're fantastic. Really bright microphones

[@HitTheRoadMusicStudio]

Fantastic review, I love all my Lewitts! Almost exclusively using them now and am still fascinated by their variation in sound which allows me to capture anything, anytime in different situations: From Orchestras to Rock Bands, Singer Songwriters to Traditional Bands!

[@thepriesthoodmedia]

Man do you know how hard it is to find a mic review with an actual song? Most mic reviews are either instruments or vocals with no music. I want to hear how they actually sit in a mix too. Ppl just don't make those kinds of mic reviews that much. Most of the time, I am going to use my mic with post processing, in music. I want to hear what it sounds like with that too (especially). Thanks for this review man. I still have yet to hear this with my better headphones. So I'll be back for another play

[@professorsharp1]

i think the 640 is where it starts to differentiate

[@kristapspucens]

Great video. I have 2x lewitt 440 pure mics, they have more highs, BUT, they are detailed and air'y, and not harsh. Great mics, love them!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

[@mikal8278]

The sound of the 1040 is just amazing

[@MarcellsWorldJjr]

Just purchased the LCT 640 TS from the sound from this video. It sounded the clearest and warm.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

The LCT 640 TS in the best microphone you can buy for the price.

[@shirazselemane5637]

Dreaming with the 440 Pure!!

[@MidorikawaAkira]

The LCT 440 PURE and LCT 540 S are vastly superior to other microphones in the same price range.

[@FlorinFiscuci]

You are great as always. My setup is: Focusrite 18i8 gen 3rd Lewitt 440 pure Adam Audio T7V Do you think it is necessary to upgrade to the 4th generation Focusrite interface? What about the microphone or monitors?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

I don’t think there is any need to upgrade. Your setup is solid.

[@FlorinFiscuci]

@@EdwardSmithMusic In the future, I would like to focus on the Lewitt PURE TUBE Studio Set. Is there a consistent difference between Lewitt 440 Pure and Pure Tube Studio?

[@RedsaphirASMR]

As an owner of ASMR channel I can say that 1x 640TS and 2x 540S is top tier option for ASMR setup and I am saving for them :D Extremely low self-noise and good in every situation, from voice to foley. 540S are great for nature sounds too (even though you wouldn't normally use large diaphragm condensers for that). Now I have two 440 Pures and cannot be happier.

[@BOKHTARIMUSIC]

Rode nt1 5 gen vs Lewitt 440 pure ?? Neumann Tlm 103 vs Lewitt 540 s ??

[@headsman2023]

Love the 540s, it has the "this is the only one you'll ever need" energy to me😂❤

[@JayHartMusic]

840 owner here 💯

[@brandonvorhis]

The 640 is actually on sale rn for 699$ rn, so imo that’s a steal.

[@GetAudioDope]

Where? I can’t find it or maybe the sale is over

[@salossi]

But anyways: Great singing, great voice. And I love the way you compare those mics, with short passages of the same part of the song plus offering the non-processed dry microphone signals. Well done, dude!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you so much for watching 🙏🏻

[@djdannyt_the_Tek]

Our favorite mics at the church I work at. We have 4 540S mics for the choir and other uses, and 1 640TS for our Grand Steinway piano. We love them!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

That's awesome!! The 540 and 640 offer such great value for the price!!

[@mostyles328]

I would get 440 (have) or the 1040.... Thos are the two price points that make sense. The flagship would be nice if I was tracking a variety of vocals all day long. Nice demo.

[@kabelomodisane1431]

This brand is the best sounding mic I have ever used in my life. These mics are incredible at any price range, I couldn't believe how great they made me sound. Buying one of these is worthy investment, worth every cent. 🤞🏾 Thanks Edward!

[@lwlsgroup3345]

The 640 sounded amazing!

[@snsnortiz]

Between the 440 Pure and the 441 which one should I buy? And are those touch buttons easy to use?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

I've never used/ tested the 441 Flex. I'm sure it sound fairly similar. I guess it depends on what mic features you need.

[@DeltaWhiskeyBravo13579]

The LCT 441 FLEX buttons are fairly light touch clicks. Easy, click to switch patterns one at a time, either clockwise or counterclockwise. I don't have any actual data, but to me both my LCT 440 VIDA and the LCT 441 FLEX in cardioid sound the same to me. I actually want to pair these 2 together for mid side. Honestly if you can afford it get both. I got my 2 mics on Reverb, about $658 plus tax.

[@erko8620]

Good review, great voice, awesome job. 👍

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thanks for watching!!

[@mychess5821]

All are so close that I don't understand why they are priced differently! Anyways I have ordered my lct 240 pro yesterday and am looking forward to great happy singing days!

[@leohwilson]

The 240, 440, 540 and 640 sounds a bit harsh on the top end. However the Pure Tube and 1040 has such a smooth silky top end with depth. The Pure tube handles sibilance better than any other mic I have heard.

[@SilverID-k9u]

Say less!

[@lexmasbeats]

Was just about to get the 440 but now hearing the 640 🙃

[@ColbyBarradas]

Cuz of this review, I'm a subscriber. Great analysis and i love the brand choice

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you for watching 🙏🏻

[@shakaguru1896]

They're all very good.

[@carminelombardi9575]

Why you aren't a major recording star I can't understand, my compliments to your talent.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you!!

[@bobbyboyderecords]

He needs to attend the pdiddy party first

[@PSORIK]

Lewitt LCT 440 Pure - мой фаворит. Отличный обзор 👍

[@voiceplanetstudio]

Wow amazing 🎙

[@PaulMDiaz]

Very nice! I like the 540 and the Tube!

[@QuantumGamingUploads]

Perhaps a bit bright on the top end but great mics that are made from people with knowledge. They should do a shotgun mic version as well.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

I would love a Lewitt Shotgun Microphone!!!!

[@gurumajuindonesia]

That puretube is awesome!!

[@anthonysanity]

do you think the 240 Pro is very good quality and brings out great vocals

[@jules7001]

For vocals only, which mic sounds best to you?

[@johnheiser2604]

So jealous you got your hands on the range. Serious drooling. I have the 240 and 440. They are great as are the MTP 250 & MTP 550 dynamics. Have you tried them? Anyway thanks mate. Thoroughly enjoyable.

[@waves7300]

I got the 440 pure.. people will say it’s to airy or sibilant but to me all that means is they don’t know how to compress

[@kindox-y4g]

Very useful video and you sing brilliant

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you!! 🙏🏻

[@yarbgreat1]

They all sounded the exact same to me. I listened through 3 different headphones. Focal Clear, Focal Elegia, Sennheiser 560s

[@legacyShredder1]

Why does the LCT 840 tube mic always get ignored by the KZbin community? Don't get me wrong, because I do like your videos. The 840 is such an awesome microphone to have stashed away in the locker, but few people know it exists as an excellent option.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Unfortunately I don't have the 840, but I can say I tried to get one from Lewitt themselves. I don't think they are too interested in promoting the 840 nowadays since they have been more focused on the 1040 and Pure Tube releases.

[@vannmensa]

great microphones with great sounding qualities dope content as usual

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Appreciate it!

[@thomasusheriii971]

Do any of these have a 3.5 aux out for monitoring with headphones?

[@rah3032]

I think over hyped is true but still nice and wide vocal with lct 240

[@roybuis7646]

The LCT640 was my favourite. But it's out of my budget. How would Lewitt mics compare to say the Aston Origin or Spirit mics?

[@truerinnegan9688]

Kinda late but Ive been looking into the 440 pure and blue baby bottle which one would you prefer?

[@JeremyHolmes]

Would you buy the lweitt pro drum pack or the beyerdynamic pro drum pack?

[@strawberrycrxme]

Fun Fact: Jungkook of BTS used the 540 S to record vocals for "Euphoria"

[@dcoverzsessions]

can you compare this with akg xls? thank you!!

[@saadayazofficial]

Hi Edward, I think you should use all comparison mic side by side at the time of recording. Because every take is different and after this singing every time with one different mic is not possible to sound same for the vocalist and also mension the audio interface settings. Your content is amazing btw. Thank You Edit: I forgot about this also sing loud and soft in these mics. Because in soft vocals all mic sounds best but you sing loud then sometimes it's create buzzing or some high frequencies. I'm not an expert as you are. Maybe I'm wrong in some points. But these are suggestion. Your all video are very helpful. It helps us to decide a good equipments. Thank You

[@shannonadkinsmusic5767]

I disagree with this. As a singer, you have to learn how to work each mic, because they're all different. Side by side comparisons don't allow the singer to do this. On acoustic guitar, this is even worse. This guy is a good singer who's very consistent with his delivery. The method he uses for comparison is the best by far.

[@saadayazofficial]

@@shannonadkinsmusic5767 A human is not a robot. It's impossible to deliver the exact same take every time. Human psychology also matters. Someone may unconsciously be singing well on a high-priced mic. if all the mics are on the same spot then the result will be authentic. If he is singing blindfold and another person is switching the mic, this will also be good. It's your right to disagree with me. As I say human is not a robot everyone has different opinions.

[@shannonadkinsmusic5767]

@@saadayazofficial you don't need to be a robot. If you're good at what you do, you'll be able to get a reasonably consistent take on each mic. This is preferable to having several mics lined up with their capsules inches apart (this will affect the tone more).

[@bountcedars3919]

It will be really helpful if you could review the “Universal Audio Volt 276 Studio Pack” for recording music 🥺

[@MarcellsWorldJjr]

I have the volt 476 and just got the 640 ts owt....tbc.

[@uzoma_lp]

240 pro or AT2020?

[@mblockjosue6826]

What’s a good mic for tracks that you put energy into and have a raspy/bass voice ? I used to record on a at2020 sounds great but I feel like it has a little to much treble and now I’m using a AKGp220 but I feel like it doesn’t really fit my voice and now I’m looking at this mic. Lmk

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

From this video, the LCT 440 Pure is the best step up from the AT2020.

[@softdigital]

WOW, CREO QUE ES EL MEJOR MICROFONO QUE HE ESCUCHADO.

[@thehigherupz2259]

I’ve been trying to get your input. I’m replacing my tf 39 with a Lewitt mic and I’m leaning towards the 640 ts but would you say go for the pure tube? Is the 640 a better grab all the way around?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Hi. Depends on what you are looking for. If you need a straight forward good sounding tube microphone, the PURE TUBE is great… but if you are looking for versatility, the 640 TS is untouchable for the price. Personally, if I could only have one mic and had to choose between the two, I would go 640 TS all day 🫡

[@shannonadkinsmusic5767]

I have a TF29 (cardioid version of the TF39), Pure Tube, and 640ts. They're all fantastic mics. As a pure vocal mic, I'd say the TF29 is hard to beat, but the Pure Tube is right there... And honestly will probably be safer for more voices. The 640 is definitely the most versatile when you factor in instrument mic needs.

[@thehigherupz2259]

@@shannonadkinsmusic5767 yeah I’ve had the 640 for about a year and all though there’s a difference in sound between the 640 and the tf 39 I had… The QUALITY of the music is still equal if not better. It’s more so about how you mix and master the music. Capturing it is only one aspect

[@shannonadkinsmusic5767]

@@thehigherupz2259 I agree with that. All I will add is that with vocal mics you will always run into how the mic reacts to the singers voice. I would personally have an easier time getting a great vocal take from the Copperhead. But I can also get one from the 640.

[@thehigherupz2259]

@@shannonadkinsmusic5767 that’s accurate for the most part

[@leeadams1953]

You bearly can tell the difference between them all! You can't lose with any of them in my opinion

[@eastsidebehigh]

ur reviews always help me pic my mics out because u actually SING these mfs do mic reviews and literally TALK the whole review like mfs is not talking were making music so THANK U for using a mic how it should be used 😂freakin podcasters kill me

[@BojanBojovic]

Is 540 and 640 the same in character, but with the difference being just the patterns?

[@Ravizzoni]

I bought the 640 because from many video comparisons it sounded a bit warmer than 540.

[@stevejeffries5403]

@@Ravizzoniit’s exactly the same, same capsule, same body without the multiple patterns

[@alessio912]

il colore del Chandler Limited TG Microphone Type L è unico. Riesci a recensirlo?

[@DappsTheProducer]

I'm innocent with the 1040. Gosh❤

[@extremebeatzlib5429]

The 640 TS is the go to...

[@levi8781]

You skipped the 441 flex ?

[@Truthbetold-777]

Is this a promo for Lewitt Mics?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Nope. I'm a legit fan of their microphones 💪🏻

[@njkumar1958]

can we use LCT 440 Pure in untreard home room vocal recording ??

[@leeadams1953]

Yes!

[@eastsidebehigh]

that 640TS prob the BEST imo

[@CRUZ228]

Besides the polar patterns, are there any other differences between the 440 Pure and the 441 flex? And if the answer is yes, which one is the best?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

I've never used the Flex before... but for me, the 440 Pure is unbeatable for the price.

[@JYMBO]

640 is the most clear with crisp highs (could be a good or bad thing depending on the sound you're looking for) & both tubes have a nice warm vale on the sound

[@Mico-Xiyeas]

I like the 600 ones higher pitch compared to 440s. It makes me want to take 600 over 440 but the 440 overall is better. rip.

[@salossi]

Seriously - I couldn`t take a design of studio equipment seriously, if there is a massive window, showing off, that there is a tube inside... It's even worse, if there is an orange LED, illuminating the tube, once the mic is powered on (no idea, if this is the case here, but I've seen it on guitar amps already).... I'd rather have a tube (working as an impedance converter with extrodinary high input impedance) properly shielded and I would prefer a design that is optimized on performance instead of showing off... e.g. by having the grid pin as close as possible to the high-z area around the capsule... But who knows, maybe the tube isn't in the signal path at all, and these mics might use a fet as impedance converter? Who knows?? Weird design... It's basically done to increase the sales... Also, all these designs with buiild-in displays, apps, usb-ports and shit like this will end up being electronic scrab in just a couple of years, whereas a properly designed microphone e.g. an old U87, C414 or even those relatively cheap Rhodes and Audio Technikas are doing their job for many years so far and will continue for another few decades without any problems... So: I'll stick to my old Neumanns, AKGs and my own designs (having the tubes properly shielded, inside a metal housing).

[@SteveNilsen]

Will my Lewit 040 matched pair be sufficient enough to record a 20 man choir? Or, what is the next best Lewitt option?

[@wbkbeats8724]

The 540 is the smoothest

[@tvoikontent]

Что лучше для вокала ? 240 или 440 ?

[@ArthurAbramovPhoto]

Больше от бюджета зависит. Lct240 - 19000р+- Lct440 - 30000р+- Старшая модель по хар-кам лучше. И то, и то для вокала подойдёт. По звуку субъективно. Мне у 440 звук поинтереснее показался.

[@jb_joseph]

damn. your voice just made me sit for the whole video

[@ProdbyHarshh]

Great videos, but a bit to sharp, piercing to watch

[@hollywav2286]

The 440 sounds bland I have one but is perfect for insturments but not singing its to flat

[@jlmcclendon5660]

Which one is good for singing

[@RondellKB]

They literally all sound the same to me

[@shannonadkinsmusic5767]

If you listen on a smartphone speaker, they will.

[@RondellKB]

@@shannonadkinsmusic5767 I'm not... Expensive mics are overrated as far as sound quality. Put 99% of recording professionals in a blind test and they probably wouldn't even be able to tell the difference.

[@shannonadkinsmusic5767]

@@RondellKB ok

[@GrindEveryDayEnt]

Really don't understand why ppl sing when it's hard to hear the difference 😩

[@craigjoe8691]

Prefer the Earthworks Ethos

[@theKingofHeart777]

Like im saying goodbyeeeeyeyeye!🫡😁

[@angurishudesu]

5:13 5:37

[@aaadigitalproduction4915]

❤ভালোই ❤

[@santoshpss]

Honestly listening to your voice through these microphones gives me a headache. It's harsh and overly bright.

[@MrSound4Life]

Lewitt Mics are known for being very bright mics.

[@santoshpss]

@@MrSound4Life But it hurts my ears though? Do you know of darker mics for singing and podcasting mate?

[@santoshpss]

@@MrSound4Life I have a dark baritone voice.

[@MrSound4Life]

@@santoshpss it shouldn't with Baritone voices as that depth compansates the high end of the mic. With high pitched voices yeah it can get quite harsh.

[@MrSound4Life]

@@santoshpss austrian audio c18 works with almost every voice and isn't harsh at all. The best sounding mic to my ears. They sell the oc16 which is cheaper and thats great as well.

[@impressjeweler519]

I’m just gonna say it.. your reliance on autotune ruins all your vocals in your videos. You should stop depending on it so much, I’m sure you have a great voice without it. As a studying music producer myself, it’s *grating* on the ears all of your vocal in your videos being autotuned and warping your vocals, especially listening to it on all that high end gear. Just wanted to say it because I really don’t think you need to hide behind autotune when I’m sure you have a good enough voice; if you’re really that conscious about it practice more. Sorry, just wanted to put it out there, best of luck!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

This definelty makes me question my singing ability since I've never used autotune in my life, especially when it comes to microphone comparisons 😂

[@SimsFreelancer]

@@EdwardSmithMusic you have a great singing voice. You remind me of james blunt. She just hatin haha

[@justingreenwald3]

I enjoyed your singing. I don't hear autotune. I suspect this is because it wasn't used.

[@bigheartsmolpen]

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