Lauten Audio
Based in California, Lauten Audio was founded almost a decade ago by Brian Loudenslager, who saw a need for well thought-out mics with a unique character. Working in collaboration with Grammy nominated engineer and producer Mike Terry and theoretical physicist Dr. Charles Chen, Brian started working on the Horizon, which they wanted to be a unique-sounding work-horse studio microphone. Two years later the Horizon was introduced. 8 years later, Lauten Audio has become known as a leader in original-sounding microphones with unique timbre, and has garnered a loyal following. Lauten audio does not clone classic or vintage microphones, and instead starts with a clean slate to bring you a truly original product.
3 Budget-Friendly SDC Microphones: Lauten LA-120 vs Peluso CEMC6 vs Avantone CK-1
If you are looking for a budget-friendly SDC (Small Diaphragm Condenser) microphone, make sure you check out this blind test we made on acoustic guitar between the Lauten LA-120 vs the Peluso CEMC6 vs. the Avantone CK-1. All of the microphones have cardioid capsules,...
Budget FET Vocal Mic Shootout: Lauten LA-220 v. Studio Projects C1 v. Miktek C1 v. Avantone CK-7
In this comparison between 4 FET vocal microphones, we’ve blind-tested some of our favorite budget FET mics, and put them head to head on male vocals with a little help from pro audio specialist Marc Kuzio. The contending microphones are the Lauten Audio...
Budget Tube vs. Solid-State Microphone Comparison: Lauten LA-320 vs Lauten LA-220
In this shootout, we’ve compared 2 different types of microphones and put them head to head on male vocals with a little help from pro audio specialist Marc Kuzio. The contenders include: The LA-320 and the LA-220. Each mic brings a different sound to the table,...
Lauten Series Black Mic Shootout: LA-120 SDC, LA-220 LDC & LA-320 Tube LDC
In this shootout, we’ve rounded up 3 microphones from the Lauten Series Black and put them head to head on male vocals with a little help from pro audio specialist Marc Kuzio. The contenders include: The LA-120 SDC, the LA-220 LDC, and the LA-320 LDC. These...
Under $500 LDC Mic Blind Shootout: sE2200a II vs. WA-47 JR vs. LA-220 vs. WA-14
Looking for the best LDC mic under $500 on a limited budget can be daunting research! Luckily, there are some great large diaphragm condenser microphone options under $500 out there, and getting the most bang for your buck given your specific setup and needs is a lot...
Lauten Audio Torch ST-221 Stereo Pair Microphones Review
Looking for a unique small diaphragm tube microphone? The Lauten Torch is modern made and perfect for different types of applications. The Torch is very different from so many mics we have heard. It’s a great addition to any mic locker due to its unique design...
Lauten Audio Horizon Microphone
Looking for a microphone that can do it all and sound great in many applications? The Lauten Horizon Tube Microphone has proven to do just that. This extremely versatile, single-pattern, large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone can be used ranging from small home...