Polar diagram - 1 kHz
The L1.
The main features of the L1
- Very high resolution
- Natural & detailed sound
- Cardioid polar pattern
- Transformerless circuit design
- Very low self-noise
- Newly developed WMK-1 capsule
Suitable for: Speech & Vocals, Choir, Podcasts/Vlogs, Plucked Strings, Wind Instruments, Bowed Strings, Amplifiers, Drum Overheads, Percussion, Keyboard Instruments, Room Microphone and Foley/SFX.
Welcome to
L1
A large-diaphragm condenser microphone with excellent performance, a crystal clear sound and very high resolution - for your recordings.
In addition to the detailed and natural sound, the L1 offers a high dynamic range, extremely low self-noise and therefore the necessary versatility for high-quality and breathtaking recordings of all kinds…
…packed in a compact body with excellent workmanship.
High resolution
The new capsule design of the center-terminated WMK-1 capsule features high transient resolution, an accurately designed frequency response and an excellent cardioid pattern with a very smooth diffuse-field response.
The moderate frequency boost at 10-11 kHz adds transparency and exceptional clarity to any recording.
Combined with the use of the latest semiconductor technology and a matched circuitry, the L1 needs only 14 microseconds to capture a transient - an impressive value.
The L1 therefore captures both the sound source itself and the room response very naturally. Thanks to the smooth polar response it allows for movement in front of the microphone.
Compact andpowerful.
The L1 was developed for both ambitious and professional studios. It is perfectly suited for recording vocals, speech as well as instruments and impresses with a pleasant and pristine fidelity across the entire frequency spectrum.
Therefore the L1 offers uncompromising (German-made) WeissKlang quality in a compact, low-resonance and robust body.
For the best possible acoustic properties, it uses only large and discrete components despite its small dimensions.
Quiet andnoiseless
With an equivalent noise level (self-noise) of only 4 dB-A , the L1 is one of the quietest microphones available.
It can handle very high sound pressure levels of up to 140 dB without the need for preattenuation. Combined with a high dynamic range and high sensitivity it is suitable for the widest range of applications.
The included MA-L shock mount decouples the microphone to significantly reduce the transmission of mechanical vibration, hand movements or similar. Equipped with elastic and replaceable rubber bands and a screw base, the MA-L shock mount ensures secure attachment with adjustable tilt angle. The low frequency absorption goes up to 20 dB.
In addition, the pop filter integrated in the microphone grill protects the capsule from dust and plosive sounds.
For theenvironment.
In addition to the minimized CO₂ footprint during production, the L1 is also environmentally friendly in other respects and - with the exception of the recyclable outer packaging - comes completely paperless.
Instead, all documents of the scope of delivery can be found on the included USB stick.
Furthermore, the included wooden box is made of FSC® certified wood and is thus manufactured according to the principles of sustainability.
Specifications
What does the L1 offer?
- Operating principle
- Pressure-gradient transducer
- Directional pattern
- Fixed cardioid pattern
- Maximum SPL
- 140 dBat 0.5% THD
- Equivalent self-noise (A-weighted)
- 4 dB
- Equivalent self-noise (CCIR 468-3)
- 14.5 dB
- Circuitry
- Transistor circuit
- Supply voltage
- P48 ± 4 V
- Connector
- XLR 3-pin
- Capsule
- WMK-1gold-coated - Ø: 32 mm
- Frequency range
- 20 Hz - 22.000 Hz
- Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted)
- 90 dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio (CCIR 468-3)
- 79.5 dB
- Sensitivity
- 23 mV/Pa
- Impedance
- 50 Ω
- Current consumption
- 3.2 mA
- Weight
- 414 g
Dimensions
Frequency response - free-field measurement
The L1 in comparison
How does the L1 sound?
For the most accurate listening experience, listen through high-resolution studio monitors or high-grade headphones - ideally at matched levels.
(Gain: 15dB - RME preamplifier and converter - loudness normalized - unprocessed)
Compared with Large-diaphragm condenser Microphone
- Made in
- Germany since 1997
- Amplifier design
- Transistor
- Price
- approx. 1,199 EUR
Male vocals
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Compared with Multi-pattern LDC Microphone
- Made in
- Austria 1986-2004
- Amplifier design
- Transformer
- Price
- approx. 800 EUR
Male vocals
Microphone distance: 10 cm
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Compared with Large-diaphragm condenser Microphone
- Made in
- Germany since 2011
- Amplifier design
- Transformer
- Price
- approx. 1,649 EUR
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Microphone distance: 10 cm
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349 EUR
incl. VAT and worldwide shipping (outside the European Union VAT-free)