lauten audio clarion

[audiothings]

the particularly interesting thing about these (for me) is that they have the lowest self noise - 10 dB(a) - that i have seen in any multi-pattern transformer output microphone.

[bloud]

Thanks for visiting our site and reading into the Clarions specs. The Clarion is noticeably quiet. Most modern FET microphones have self-noise ratings ranging from <6dB(A) up to 20dB(A).

However, we have just updated all the new mic pages and the <10dB(A) is actually a misprint. It should read <15dB(A). Correction is made.

Thanks for your post and bringing to our attention this error.

[Blinddot]

I'm looking for an under-1K big condenser FET with multi-pattern selection, for acoustic guitar, trumpet, voiceover and female vox. The FC357 seems to be a bit more expensive than what I had in mind, so I'm wondering if it's worth it... in the other hand the recorded samples sound very good.

All I could find, at the moment, has been: SE electronics Z3300a, Sterling audio ST79 and Advance audio CM87

advice or experiences anyone?

Hi brian, since I dont think I'll be able to try any of these mics I'm just trying find out what electronics they bring. Would you, please, be kind enough and comment on the capsule, wiring, circuit board (caps), output transformer, grill etc.. of the FC357?

cheers

[Blinddot]

I see it must be an upgraded Feilo F3000, so it's a 1.22" capsule

http://www.feilo-usa.com/images/f3000.jpg

Any coments on the Fet circuitry? is it a single FET/gain stage non DC/DC converter circuit, u87i type of circuit? u87a? something else?

cheers

[bloud]

Originally Posted by Blinddot

I see it must be an upgraded Feilo F3000, so it's a 1.22" capsule

http://www.feilo-usa.com/images/f3000.jpg

Any coments on the Fet circuitry? is it a single FET/gain stage non DC/DC converter circuit, u87i type of circuit? u87a? something else?

cheers

Sorry for the delay in response, was just made aware of this post.

Interesting that you would relate it to a Feilo F3000. Perhaps you know something of my past.

The Clarion has no relation to the F3000. different capsule, circuit, transformer, size, weight body etc etc. Have you ever seen a Clarion? or a F3000?

The Clarion uses a 28.25mm dual diaphragm capsule designed specifically for the Clarion. We chose a low-noise FET and as with all Lauten mics the transformer we use is of custom spec and winding.

The Clarion contains two stages. The second stage is an emitter follower which acts as a impedance converter. Because it is a multi-polar pattern microphone, it contains two DC/DC converter circuits that produce both positive and negative bias voltages.

The Clarion could sound great for acoustic guitar, trumpet, voiceover and female vox, but so could a Horizon or Oceanus. I'm sure the SE would work fine but i'm not familiar with Sterling or Advance.

What I can assure is that a Lauten mic will not sound like any of those. Whether better or worse is entirely subjective. Our mics have our sound.

Hope this answer your questions above and good luck with your search.

[voiceactor]

I've owned an Advanced Audio CM 87 I couldn't tell you what they sound like though. I never had mine working correctly and couldn't get it fixed. I've tried the Se but not the Sterling. I do own a Clarion and I can tell you from personal experience it's worth a whole bunch more than what it costs.

PEACE!

[KEYBEEETSSS]

Originally Posted by voiceactor

I can tell you from personal experience it's worth a whole bunch more than what it costs.

PEACE!

2nd that motion although I own the Oceanus but just saying that I think these mics are Underpriced so hopefully that will help u in wondering whether or not they're worth it

[Blinddot]

Many thanks to all of you for your opinions (and to bloud for the info).



cheers

[Sonic Nomad]

Originally Posted by KEYBEEETSSS

2nd that motion although I own the Oceanus but just saying that I think these mics are Underpriced so hopefully that will help u in wondering whether or not they're worth it

+1

Totally liking the Oceanus I have here. Running it through a Great River ME-1NV.
Prior to this I used the Horizon and it too is a great mic for the price.
Lauten Audio don't get the props they deserve. Their support is great as well. When I had an issue with a Horizon, Brian himself contacted me and dealt with the issue in an expeditious and professional manner.

[KEYBEEETSSS]

Originally Posted by Sonic Nomad

+1

Totally liking the Oceanus I have here. Running it through a Great River ME-1NV.

Lauten Audio don't get the props they deserve. Their support is great as well. When I had an issue with a Horizon, Brian himself contacted me and dealt with the issue in an expeditious and professional manner.

Man I know that sounds wonderful... & yeah man Brian is a real class A guy; the whole time I was inquiring on the mics I spoke with him & he is really a genuine one, AS ARE THE MICS!!!

[voiceactor]

Originally Posted by Sonic Nomad

+1
Lauten Audio don't get the props they deserve. Their support is great as well.

There are a lot of people starting to figure it out. Amazing mics fab company.


PEACE!

[KEYBEEETSSS]

Originally Posted by voiceactor

There are a lot of people starting to figure it out. Amazing mics fab company.


PEACE!

He's rite

[rajprods]

Has anyone used the Clarion on R&B/Pop female vocals? If so, please provide feedback. Thanks.

Originally Posted by audiothings

the particularly interesting thing about these (for me) is that they have the lowest self noise - 10 dB(a) - that i have seen in any multi-pattern transformer output microphone.

[BLueROom]

Got some Torches a while back... awesome mics, awesome customer service!

thumbsup

[tapehiss]

Lauten make some amazing mics.

I have yet to use the Oceanus........ and have no considerable amounts of time spent with the Torches, but the Clarion is a wonderful mic.

The price is just amazing, and the mic (great addition to have a quiet condenser like this in the locker) has a very sonically pleasing sound. It's a little on the dark side, in a a warm pleasant FET way.

I've seen some pictures of Gearslutz moderator James Lugo's studio in which he mics the drums with a pair of Clarions, so I imagine he has much more experience than I with these mics, so you might want to ask him.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the Lauten line...... and I think they are still flying under the radar, but I can't think of a single negative thing about their product line.

[TheSweetener]

The Clarion has a nice tonality. As someone mentioned it slightly darker the usual modern LDC. Still I found it hard sounding on some vocals (especially loud rock vocals). I recently combined it with my Drawmer 1960 pre (darker than dark ) and the hardness was gone. Still experimenting though, so take this with a grain of salt!

[rajprods]

I've checked around, but haven't found anyone who has used it on female R&B/Pop vocals yet....

Originally Posted by tapehiss

Lauten make some amazing mics.

I have yet to use the Oceanus........ and have no considerable amounts of time spent with the Torches, but the Clarion is a wonderful mic.

The price is just amazing, and the mic (great addition to have a quiet condenser like this in the locker) has a very sonically pleasing sound. It's a little on the dark side, in a a warm pleasant FET way.

I've seen some pictures of Gearslutz moderator James Lugo's studio in which he mics the drums with a pair of Clarions, so I imagine he has much more experience than I with these mics, so you might want to ask him.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the Lauten line...... and I think they are still flying under the radar, but I can't think of a single negative thing about their product line.

[bee]

Anyone using this outside of a kick and/or bass amp?

[dambro2]

Originally Posted by bee

Anyone using this outside of a kick and/or bass amp?

Just used it on a two male vocalists yesterday. Nothing but good things to say.

I realized that I misinterpreted the word "outside" to mean other than. Anyway, still a great mic!

[bloud]

Originally Posted by bee

Anyone using this outside of a kick and/or bass amp?

Setup #6 in our Lauten Drum Sessions has a Clarion on outside kick. You can find it here Lauten Audio - Sessions - Drums I've heard from a few customers that have used it there.

Bass amp; some folks love both the Clarion and Horizon there. Right on the grill with a 5 degree off-axis rotation is a good start for something thats not "cranked". 1 to 2 feet off depending on room works also.

[AB3]

Have not tried the Clarion - but have tried the Oceanus - and it is way under-rated. What a killer mic. I sold mine in a crunch and I am trying to figure out how to buy another. What I really should have is a pair for drum overheads.
There is something beautiful about that mic.

I don't know whether to keep on letting people know about how great they are or keep it a secret. I am worried they will raise their prices. But actually, I am not that selfish - I wish their company great success - and I hope they can make enough money to keep it going.

By the way - only complaint on the Oceanus is its weight. I wonder why it is so heavy??? It might be the last item of humankind to survive millions of years from now.

[bee]

Is the maximum SPL 0.5%THD@1000Hz: 130dB with or without the PAD engaged?

[TRW]

Clarion is an awesome mic, very very impressive with a larger than life character that punches way above its price point when it works on a source, not a do everything mic, but a very good one.

-T

[drastic]

I've had my Clarion for a while now, and it's definitely a keeper. Have used it on outside kick, acoustic, mono room and vocals so far. Thinking of picking up another one and see how they do on OH's.

[bloud]

Originally Posted by bee

Is the maximum SPL 0.5%THD@1000Hz: 130dB with or without the PAD engaged?

With PAD engaged.