The Lauten LA-120 is a transformerless condenser microphone with world-class transparency and sonic flexibility. This unique configurable design is equipped with onboard analog sound shaping and includes interchangeable cardioid and omnidirectional capsules for added flexibility. Unlike traditional microphone designs that use a transformer to introduce color and saturation, the LA-120 is built around an American-made JFET to capture a sound's vibrancy and character with realism. and unprecedented authenticity.