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An introduction to LEWITT RAY, based on information from the maker and distributors: what it does, how to use it and who it may suit. It is not scored.
The first microphone with autofocus for your voice.
— LEWITT official site
What is RAY?
The LEWITT RAY is an XLR microphone built around a 1-inch condenser capsule. The official page describes AURA, a sensor-based system that tracks your distance and adjusts level and tone as you move.
It is based on the studio LCT 440 PURE and lists podcasting, streaming and music recording as uses. The signal path is 100% analog.
Muting includes 'MUTE by Distance', which mutes when you step away and goes live when you approach, plus a dedicated analog MUTE button. The compact design is meant to stay out of camera view.
It runs on 48 V phantom power through an audio interface or mixer. A magnetic pop filter, foam windscreen and shock mount are included.
The maker says AURA is a sensor that measures the distance between you and the mic and adapts level and tone across 5 to 100 cm. MUTE by Distance mutes automatically when you move beyond a chosen range of 15, 30, 45, 60 or 80 cm, with -70 dB attenuation.
It shares its analog circuit with the LCT 440 PURE. A dedicated mute button works in the analog domain even while MUTE by Distance is active, and a lock mode is included.
AURA distance tracking
A sensor tracks your distance and adjusts level and tone as you move, according to the official page. It may help people who move while speaking.
MUTE by Distance
It mutes when you step away and goes live when you return. That may suit streamers who leave the desk.
Dedicated analog mute
A dedicated mute button is on the body, with -70 dB attenuation listed.
1-inch true condenser capsule
Based on the LCT 440 PURE, with 8 dB(A) self-noise and 131 dB max SPL listed.
Fully analog signal path
The signal path is analog. It uses XLR rather than USB, connecting to an interface or mixer.
Included accessories
A shock mount, magnetic pop filter, foam windscreen and transport bag are included.
AURA range
The sensor measures continuously and adjusts across 5 to 100 cm.
Selectable mute distances
Five steps: 15, 30, 45, 60 and 80 cm.
Compact, camera-friendly body
A 138 x 52 x 36 mm zinc die-cast body that avoids a pop filter in front of the face.
Included accessories
The shock mount and magnetic pop filter attach together; a foam windscreen (LCT 44 WX) and transport bag are included.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Polar pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz-20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 22.6 mV/Pa (-32.9 dBV/Pa) |
| Max SPL | 131 dB SPL |
| Self-noise | 8 dB(A) |
| S/N ratio | 86 dB(A) |
| Dynamic range | 123 dB(A) |
| Impedance | 120 ohms |
| Power | 48 V ±4 V phantom |
| Connector | Gold-plated 3-pin XLR |
| Weight | 330 g (11.6 oz) |
| Type | Externally polarized condenser, pressure gradient |
| Diaphragm | 3 micron gold-sputtered Mylar, 25.4 mm |
| Current | 7.2 mA |
| Dimensions | 138 x 52 x 36 mm |
| Enclosure | Zinc die-cast |
| Warranty | 2-year guarantee with a 30-day money-back guarantee |
What is included and system requirements
- Microphone
- Shock mount
- Magnetic pop filter
- Foam windscreen
- Transport bag
- Requires 48 V phantom power
How to use it
- Mount the microphone in the shock mount on a stand or arm.
- Connect to an audio interface or mixer with an XLR cable.
- Turn on 48 V phantom power.
- Face the sensor toward where you speak.
- Set the gain.
- Enable MUTE by Distance if you want it.
- Attach the pop filter and record.
- Check how the mute button behaves.
Streaming
Automatic distance muting may suit streams where you often leave the desk.
Podcasts
A design meant to limit level changes as you move may suit relaxed talk recording.
Voiceover and video
The compact body may suit videos where the mic is visible on camera.
Singing and home recording
As a cardioid 1-inch condenser, it may also suit vocal recording.
Streams where you move
If your distance to the mic varies while talking, distance-based adaptation may be relevant.
Frequent breaks
Automatic muting when you step away may suit setups with frequent breaks.
Who it may suit
- People who move while speaking
- Streamers who often leave the desk
- People who own an XLR audio interface
- People who want a mic that looks tidy on camera
Good to know before you buy
- It is XLR, not USB, so an audio interface or mixer is needed.
- 48 V phantom power is required.
- Details of AURA and MUTE by Distance settings should be checked.
- The price is not shown on the official page.
- Works with any audio interface or mixer with a 3-pin XLR input and 48 V phantom power; no separate power source is needed.
Price
Please check the official page for the price.
Sources: lewitt-audio.com e-earphone.jp (checked 2026-10-27)
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