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If you are planning to record vocals or spoken word, make sure to use the
supplied LCT 50 PSx magnetic pop filter. The pop filter prevents plosive sounds
that are overloading the signal . Plosive sounds are occurring when pronouncing
aspirated plosives, which are sounds that are accompanied by a strong burst of
breath, e .g . P(opping) in spoken language .
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The pop filter also prevents the capsule being exposed to moisture, and in
addition to that, it looks great .
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Loosen the adjustment screw on the back of the shock mount . Adjust the angle
and then fastened it securely .
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The LEWITT logo indicates the front of the microphone . The front should always
face the sound source you are planning to record .
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Connect the LCT 440 PURE via standard 3-pin XLR cable to your recording
device or preamp . Make sure it is capable of providing 48V phantom power (P48) .
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Mute your microphone channel before you turn the phantom power on - it
produces a loud switch-on sound .
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Set the input gain on your recording interface according to the sound source
you want to record .Just play or sing the loudest part of the track you are about to
record and find the right gain setting. With having your peaks around -12 dBFS
you will be save in most cases, and do not need to worry about ugly distortions
but still have a good signal-to-noise ratio .
5.
Before you start
Before you can start recording, you should check if you have all the necessary
equipment . A microphone alone is not able to complete this task - not even ours .
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Nowadays the easiest and most uncomplicated way is to buy a microphone and
an audio interface that you can connect to your computer . This setup is the most
cost-efficient recording solution.
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Make sure that your audio interface has an XLR-input channel that can supply
48V phantom power .
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You are also going to need a 3-pin XLR cable and a sturdy microphone stand .
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There are several software solutions (DAW = Digital Audio Workstation) available
that serve as your digital studio . Their functionality ranges from basic recording
functions to studio professionality .
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Setting up your LCT 440 PURE
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The LCT 440 PURE comes with the LCT 40 SH shock mount . A shock mount
isolates the microphone from structure-borne noise . Attach the LCT 40 SH
shock mount to a stable and sturdy microphone stand . Place the LCT 440 PURE
in the shock mount and secure it by fastening the threaded nut turning it counter-
clockwise . Make sure the LEWITT logo faces the open side of the shock mount!
