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Small black cylindrical adapter with 3-pin Lemo connector

Ambient Recording

Ambient Recording Phantom 48V Electret Converter 3-pin Lemo

SKU CH-09EJ-64T0F

Converts 48 V phantom power for electret microphones with 3-pin Lemo connectors to standard XLR preamps

  • Converts 48 V phantom power for electret microphones
  • Connects body-pack wired mics to 3-pin XLR preamps
  • Compatible with Sennheiser 3-pin Lemo microphones
  • Professional-grade tool for sound engineers and videographers
  • Enhances audio capture quality in recording setups

What this converter does

The Ambient Recording Phantom 48V Electret Converter adapts standard 48V phantom power for electret microphones wired with a 3-pin Lemo connector. It allows direct connection to a 3-pin XLR microphone preamp. This tool is built for sound engineers, videographers and audio enthusiasts who need to integrate body-pack style microphones into a fixed studio or location recording chain.

Connector compatibility

The unit accepts a 3-pin Lemo microphone input and provides a standard 3-pin XLR output for the preamp. It is specifically noted as suited for Sennheiser microphones using a 3-pin connection. Microphones with other connector types or wiring schemes will not interface with this converter without additional adapters.

Behaviour under continuous use

The converter passes 48V phantom power continuously to condition the electret capsule for stable operation during long sessions. It maintains consistent voltage delivery without the sag that can occur in battery-powered body-pack transmitters over time. This ensures reliable audio capture for extended recording or broadcast periods.

How it compares

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Price $141.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 1,309 comparable items (median $47.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How does the 48 V phantom power work once the converter is plugged into a real preamp?

The converter takes standard 48 V phantom from the preamp and conditions it so electret microphones wired for body-pack transmitters receive the correct bias voltage.

What does the 3-pin Lemo interface actually limit in practice?

The 3-pin Lemo connector passes the converted power and audio signal but does not carry additional control lines, so only basic microphone operation is supported.

What physical space or mounting does the converter need to fit in a typical rig?

The unit is a compact in-line barrel that sits between the microphone cable and the XLR input, requiring no extra brackets or rack space.

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