Line Audio products:
- Manufacturer's website: Click here
- Overview: Excellent quality and value Microphones and Pre-amplifiers offering a very linear response, hand built in Sweden.
- FAQs:
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Q: Are Line Audio products made in Sweden?
A: Yes, hand made in Sweden. This includes selection and individual tuning of the microphone capsules and electronic components (machine mounted + hand soldered), measurements and packaging. The bodies are CNC machined in Sweden as well. -
Q: Does Line Audio sell directly?
A: Line Audio sells through exclusive dealers, to help focus on production rather than sales. -
Q: Are Line Audio products in stock?
A: The demand for the CM4 and OMNI1 microphones is higher than production capacity resulting in back-orders. A few weeks, perhaps a bit more. Sometimes, due to cancellation, a reseller will have some microphones in stock. If in doubt, check with your closest reseller. -
Q: Are Line Audio microphones matched?
A: Typical production tolerance is +/-1dB so you don't need to ask for a matched pair, or quartet etc. All microphones shipping out are basically identical. -
Q: Is the CM4 the same as the CM3?
A: Not identical, no. A capsule part coudn't be sourced and a redesign was required. The CM4 capsule is however designed to match the CM3 capsule. From the LineAudio website: "The CM4 is the follower of CM3. Designed with the same goal and preferences around a new capsule, tailored to our specifications, using the same circuitry and body. Not surprisingly it ended up sounding very much like the CM3, with a slightly more neutral off axis response and a slightly higher back damping." -
Q: Is the OMNI1 the same as the OM1?
A: Yes, the change in model name happened for legal purposes, it is the same microphone.
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Q: Are Line Audio products made in Sweden?
- PLEASE NOTE: we can and will only ship to the address supplied by Paypal (when paying through PP) so please double check before paying through PP.
- IMPORTANT EU VAT NOTE: Prices shown do NOT include VAT: from July 1st 2021, VAT depends on the DESTINATION country. As before, no VAT (EU sale tax) is due for deliveries located outside of the EU, or with a valid EU VAT # (contact us for VAT void purchases). Contact us if you need clarifications.
- IMPORTANT BREXIT NOTE: we currently cannot process orders under 170 Euros of declared value going into the UK.
- IMPORTANT: Paypal decided (March 2020) that fees would not be refunded when a payment is returned/refunded to the buyer. So make sure you will not have buyer remorse if you don't want to lose around 4% on your refund... we have no power over this and cannot pay you back the Paypal fee when refunding your payment. Thanks.
- SHIPPPING & HANDLING (Exc. VAT, per order, not per item):
- Belgium: 9,00 EUR
- France/Germany/Holland/Luxembourg: 13,00 EUR
- Rest of European Union: 20,00 EUR
- UK via PARCELFORCE, YODEL or DPD: 30,00 EUR
- UK via EMS/DHL: 50,00 EUR
- USA, Canada, Switzerland: 20,00 EUR
- USA via EMS/DHL: 50,00 EUR
- Australia and Rest of the World: 60,00 EUR
Studio Condenser Microphones and Preamps:
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Line Audio CM4:
Small size sub-cardioid condenser microphone. The CM4 follows and replaces the recently discontinued CM3.
Price (shown excluding VAT):
Our opinion: Successor of the CM3 and still one of the most neutral microphones on the market. A must have.
Overview: - This little microphone has a natural, detailed and balanced response. Perfect for natural reproduction of acoustical instruments such as members of the bowed and plucked string-families, grand piano, brass, percussion, overhead choir and voice -with a minimum of colouration. The linear off axis performance is beneficial with large sound sources and for stereo recording, preserving sound character at an angle.
- The CM4 is tough enough to handle drums with full depth and punch, drum overhead clearly and crisp without strain. It also handles amplified instruments well.
- It's suitable for professional studio and PA use, with a pricetag at the hobbyist level.
- Its very small size (about the same as a normal XLR plug) makes it easy to place, without being in the way. Its size and black colour makes it close to invisible on stage.
- During manufacturing each capsule is measured, selected, and modified by us to close tolerances. Out of range capsules are rejected. This in combination with the internal circuitry, results in a response with a unique flatness. These are quality microphones made for demanding situations.
- Windshield and holder/clip included (as shown).
- Hand-Made in Sweden.
- Video: Thanks Kasper Vandeputte for the link (NHA LRM-2b stock / vocals, NH1 LRM-2 Lundahl /cajon, Line Audio CM4 / piano): Click here
- Video: Thanks THS Medien for the link: SRM1 and CRM1 with line audio CM4s: Click here
- Video: Comparison on guitar mics: Lauten Audio la120 vs Line Audio CM4 vs Nw410 vs Rode NT5: Click here
- Video: Landsl g I-II-III - Gulli Bj rnsson Blaise Laflamme, Classical Guitar / Pair of Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Comparison with a Neumann KM140 on Gearspace: Click here
- Comparison with a Beyerdynamic mc930 on Gearspace: Click here
- Video: DSOTM Short #5 - Line Audio CM4 v Lewitt LCT 040: Click here
- Video: Eric Wiggs: CALEB SMITH D28 / Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Video: Eric Wiggs: "Goodbye Liza Jane" played on a John Arnold D-18 (Al Capone) / Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Video: THS Studio: Klavier gr t Fl gel; Line Audio Omni1's + Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Video: Pavana - Gaspar Sanz Blaise Laflamme, Classical Guitar, Line Audio Omni1's + Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Comparison (audio files) on Gearslutz between the CM3 and CM4: Click here
- Full CM4 thread on Gearslutz: Click here
- TYPE: Condenser microphone (permanently biased capsule).
- Polar pattern: Cardioid (slightly wide cardioid).
- Frequency response: 20-20000Hz (100-16000Hz+-1dB on axis, at 1m, 23C, measured with MLS noise, 1/12 octave narrow smoothing).
- Phantom power: 12 - 48V (P48 recommended for best performance).
- Current consumption: <4 mA.
- Impedance: <100 Ohm.
- Sensitivity: 8mV/PA -42dB
- S/N ratio (DIN/CCIR): 78dB(A)/68dB.
- Noise level: 16dB(A).
- Max SPL: 135dB @0.5% THD (130dB@24V, 120dB @ 12V).
- Size: 77mm x 20mm.
- Single CM4 mic: BASED ON 1300 SEK / CHECK WITH US / SEK-EUR RATE CHANGES OFTEN. WAITING LIST - CAN CHANGE DAILY - EMAIL US.
- Single CM4 mic + CMEA shockmount (below): BASED ON 1470 SEK / CHECK WITH US / SEK-EUR RATE CHANGES OFTEN. WAITING LIST - CAN CHANGE DAILY - EMAIL US.
To order:- Email us to order and let us know if you have a valid EU VAT #.
- Price is based on the SEK/EUR rate which changes regularly, feel free to Email us for a quote based on current rates.
- Line Audio Omni1:
Small size Omnidirectional condenser microphone. Replaces the well known previous incarnation, absolutely identical technically, but renamed for legal reasons.
Price (shown excluding VAT):
Our opinion: Like the CM3 / CM4, the Omni1 is extremely neutral and unique in its price range. Perfect for location recording, Classical music and also in the recording studio. Free Field/Linear response.Overview: - This omnidirectional microphone has a natural, detailed and balanced response.
- Perfect for natural reproduction of acoustical instruments such as members of the bowed and plucked string-families, grand piano, brass, drum overhead, percussion, overhead choir and voice -with a minimum of colouration.
- The response is very smooth and flat, with fine off axis performance.
- It's suitable for professional studio and PA use, with a pricetag at the hobbyist level. The small size (about the same as a normal XLR plug) makes it easy to place, without being in the way. Its size and black colour makes it close to invisible on stage.
- During manufacturing each capsule is measured, selected and trimmed by us to close tolerances. Out of range capsules are rejected. This in combination with the internal circuitry, results in a response with a unique flatness. These are quality microphones made for demanding situations.
- Windshield and holder/clip included (as shown).
- Hand-Made in Sweden.
- Audio file comparison with DPA: Click here
- Video: THS Studio: Klavier gr t Fl gel; Line Audio Omni1's + Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Video: Pavana - Gaspar Sanz Blaise Laflamme, Classical Guitar, Line Audio Omni1's + Line Audio CM4's: Click here
- Discussion thread: Gearslutz thread with samples throughout the discussion: Click here
- Video: Play Recording Studio (GR): Every track is recorded with the line audio Omni1, completely flat, no eq, no reverb, no processing at all: Click here
- Video: All tracks recorded with Line audio Omni1. Signal chain: Omni1 > Focusrite 828 > digital in Avid 192 straight to PT (Play Recording Studio, Greece): Click here
- Video: Omni1 or CM3? Check this YouTube audio comparison if you hesitate between the Omni1 and the Cardioid CM3: Click here
- TYPE: prepolarised Omni-directionnal condenser microphone.
- Frequency response: 20-20000Hz +-1dB (on-axis, at 1m distance, 1/12 octave narrow smoothing, 23 C).
- Phantom power: 12 - 48V (P48 recommended for best performance). Current consumption: 4 mA.
- Impedance: <100 Ohm.
- Sensitivity: 8mV/PA = -42dBV.
- S/N ratio (DIN/CCIR): 76dB(A)/66dB.
- Noise level: 18dB(A).
- Max SPL: 133dB @0.5% THD (130dB@24V, 120dB @ 12V).
- Size: 77mm x 20mm.
To order:
- Email us to order and let us know if you have a valid EU VAT #.
- Price is based on the SEK/EUR rate which changes regularly, feel free to Email us for a quote based on current rates.
- Line Audio CMEA:
Shockmount system (released July 2022).
Price (shown excluding VAT): 16 EURO Exc. VAT. IN STOCK - PLEASE EMAIL US.
Our opinion: This shockmount is smaller than the CMEH, lighter, with very good balanced isolation as well.
Overview: - Suitable for 20mm diameter light weight microphones such as CM3, CM4 and Omni1.
- This is for the Adapter only (picture shown on the left) and it goes into the K&M 85035 clip, which is included with all new CM4 and Omni1 microphones. (Additional K&M 85035 clip/holders, custom 20mm version, available upon request).
- Durable construction.
- Made in Sweden.
To order:- Email us to order and let us know if you have a valid EU VAT #.
- Price is based on the SEK/EUR rate which changes regularly, feel free to Email us for a quote based on current rates.
