What Lewitt does

Lewitt (legal entity LEWITT GmbH) is a Vienna-based private audio equipment manufacturer founded in 2010 that designs and sells professional microphones and audio interfaces for studio recording, live performance, content creation, and broadcast applications. The product portfolio spans 28+ SKUs organized into four primary lines: LCT series studio condenser microphones (multi-pattern, tube, and zero self-noise flagship models such as the LCT 1040, LCT 940, and LCT 540 S), MTP series dynamic microphones for live vocals (including the MTP 5 launched in February 2026), DTP series drum and percussion microphones (DTP 640 REX dual-element kick mic, BEATKIT PRO 7-piece kit), and CONNECT audio interfaces (CONNECT 2 and CONNECT 6). Differentiated technical features include the Polarizer plugin for post-recording polar pattern adjustment, Perfect Match stereo pairing, Dual Output Mode single-microphone stereo capture, the W9 wireless-compatible condenser capsule, and the co-developed Wave FX Processor chip built with Elgato (Corsair subsidiary) for the Wave Next creator ecosystem. Supporting software includes the Polarizer plugin and Space Replicator room-emulation plugin.

The business model is a one-time hardware sale model with no recurring subscription component, distributed through three primary channels: direct e-commerce from lewitt-audio.com with global shipping, a network of authorized regional distributors, and retail dealer partnerships surfaced via a dealer-locator tool. Pricing spans entry-level home-recording SKUs (LCT 240 PRO) up through flagship studio systems (LCT 1040) and live wireless capsules (MTP W950), with explicit competitive positioning against established pro-audio incumbents such as Shure (MTP 5 vs. SM58) and Neumann. The company offers a 30-day money-back guarantee and 2-year warranty.

Lewitt's go-to-market combines product-led growth with a deep artist endorsement network of 30+ high-profile users (Stevie Wonder, Justin Bieber, Bootsy Collins, Kenny Aronoff, Mike Portnoy, Warren Huart) and embedded OEM technology partnerships via the Elgato Wave Next platform. Customer segments span professional recording artists, touring live performers, FOH and monitor engineers, drum specialists, home and bedroom producers, content creators and streamers, and broadcast/installed-sound applications, with localized sales coverage in German, French, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish-speaking markets. Operations are led by CEO Roman Perschon and Head of Product Management Moritz Lochner; the company is privately held with no disclosed external investors.

Name

Lewitt

Legal name

LEWITT GmbH

Website

https://lewitt-audio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Lewitt is a Vienna-based private manufacturer of professional studio, live, drum, and broadcast microphones plus audio interfaces, selling through direct e-commerce, distributors, and retail to recording artists, touring performers, drum/live sound specialists, home producers, and content creators. Its product portfolio spans condenser and dynamic mics plus a co-developed Elgato audio chip.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Audio Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)

SIC

Musical Instruments (3931)

akta.pro primary industry

Pro Audio Equipment (Mics, Interfaces, Mixers, Studio Monitors) (MPAIAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Microphones, Headsets & Audio Input Devices (HDACAFAH)

Keywords

• Professional studio microphones
• Live performance microphones
• Audio interfaces
• Drum microphone kits
• Broadcast microphones

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Professional Microphones: Lewitt generates revenue primarily through the sale of professional microphones across multiple product lines including studio condenser microphones (LCT series), live performance dynamic microphones (MTP series), drum microphone kits (DTP series), USB microphones (DGT series), and audio interfaces (CONNECT series). Products are sold as one-time purchases with no recurring subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

LEWITT GmbH designs and manufactures professional microphones and audio interfaces sold under its own brand for studio recording, live performance, content creation/streaming, and broadcast applications. The product lineup includes large-diaphragm and pencil condenser studio microphones (LCT series), tube and FET microphones, handheld dynamic live microphones (MTP series), drum microphone kits (DTP/BEATKIT), USB and wireless-compatible microphones (W9 capsule), audio interfaces (CONNECT series), and the RAY autofocus microphone, complemented by free companion software (POLARIZER plugin, Space Replicator) and OEM integration of the Wave FX Processor chip into Elgato/Corsair creator hardware.

Product overview

Lewitt is an audio equipment manufacturer specializing in professional microphones and audio interfaces. The product portfolio centers on studio condenser microphones (LCT series), live performance microphones (MTP series), drum microphones (DTP series), and audio interfaces (CONNECT series). Studio microphones include the flagship LCT 1040 and premium tube models like PURE TUBE and LCT 940. Live microphones feature the MTP 5 dynamic stage mic and wireless-compatible W9 capsule. The drum microphone lineup includes the BEATKIT PRO 7-piece set and DTP 640 REX dual-element kick drum mic. Audio interfaces CONNECT 6 and CONNECT 2 serve recording needs. Supporting software includes the POLARIZER plugin for polar pattern adjustment and Space Replicator for virtual acoustic environments. The company positions itself as an audio technology partner, including co-development of the Wave FX Processor chip with Elgato for the Wave Next audio ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• myLEWITT: User account platform for LEWITT products

Products and services

• LCT 440 PURE Large-diaphragm condenser studio microphone designed for recording applications, delivering pure studio sound quality; also offered as a matched stereo pair for stereo recording.
• LCT 1040 Ultimate microphone system featuring premium components for professional studio recording applications.
• PURE TUBE Premium tube microphone delivering timeless warm sound through tube amplification technology for studio recording.
• LCT 640 TS Ultimate FET studio multi-pattern condenser microphone with five selectable polar patterns and Dual Output Mode that records front and back diaphragm signals separately, allowing post-recording polar pattern manipulation through the Polarizer plugin.
• LCT 940 Studio FET and tube microphone combining a premium large-diaphragm FET condenser and tube microphone in a single housing with an adjustable tube/FET blend.
• LCT 840 Multi-pattern tube microphone providing warm, classic sound quality for studio recording applications.
• LCT 540 S Reference studio condenser microphone with extremely low self-noise, marketed as one of the quietest microphones in the world, designed for overheads and ambient recording applications.
• LCT 441 FLEX Large-diaphragm condenser microphone offering full flexibility with 8 selectable polar patterns for versatile recording situations.
• LCT 240 PRO Condenser microphone ideal for home recording, offering professional sound quality at an accessible price point.
• LCT 040 MATCH stereo pair Matched stereo pair of pencil condenser microphones designed for accurate stereo recording with precise imaging.
• LCT 140 AIR stereo pair Versatile stereo pair offering two sound characteristics (AIR for record-ready sound, FLAT for authentic recordings) along with low-cut and attenuation options.
• MTP 5 Dynamic stage microphone designed for live performances with tailored dynamic capsule, cardioid polar pattern for stage noise isolation, full-metal construction, and cupping-safe design. Priced at $109/£89/€109 (or $119/€119/£99 for the switched version with on/off switch).
• MTP 350 CM Handheld condenser vocal microphone providing clear and precise condenser sound for stage use with durable materials.
• MTP 840 DM Dynamic handheld performance microphone with supercardioid polar pattern, phantom-powered Active Mode boosting sensitivity by up to 12 dB, and tailored frequency response for vocals cutting through dense mixes.
• MTP W950 Premium 1-inch true condenser wireless-ready microphone designed to bring studio-quality condenser sound to live stage performances, compatible with industry-standard wireless systems.
• MTP 550 DM Dynamic handheld stage microphone with transparent sound and excellent feedback rejection for live vocal applications.
• MTP 440 DM Dynamic microphone optimized for snare drum and stage applications, offering punchy sound and high SPL handling.
• INTERVIEWER Omnidirectional dynamic interview microphone with sturdy casing, rubber-mounted capsule, and minimized handling noise for broadcast applications.
• W9 Capsule Premium 1-inch true condenser capsule directly compatible with industry-standard wireless systems, featuring studio-quality sound, cupping-safe design, and optimized plosive and moisture resistance.
• DTP 640 REX Dual-element kick drum microphone combining condenser and dynamic capsules with three switchable sound characteristics for kick drum and percussion applications.
• DTP 340 TT Dynamic microphone designed for accurate capture of drums and percussion with supercardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation.
• DTP 340 REX Dual-element microphone for bass drum and bass instruments combining dynamic and condenser characteristics.
• BEATKIT PRO Professional 7-piece drum microphone set including DTP 640 REX, DTP 340 TT, MTP 440 DM, LCT 140 AIR stereo pair, mounts, clamps, windscreens, and mil-spec transport case for studio and stage drum capture.
• BEATKIT Drum microphone set for capturing drum kits in live and studio environments.
• RAY Microphone with autofocus technology for voice capture that automatically adjusts to speaker distance and position.
• CONNECT 6 Professional audio interface offering multiple inputs and outputs for recording and streaming setups.
• CONNECT 2 User-friendly audio interface designed for simplicity and ease of use in home studio setups.
• POLARIZER Plugin Free DAW plugin that enables changing the polar pattern of LCT 640 TS recordings after the fact, including 180-degree rotation capability.
• Space Replicator Virtual acoustic spaces plugin for creating mix-referenced environments using headphones.

Quantifiable outcome

• LCT 640 TS received Future Music's rare Platinum Award and Gear of the Year 2016 in the Studio Microphones category
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers36 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Elgato (Corsair)coreTechnology or Integration · 5 March 2026Lewitt co-developed the Wave FX Processor chip with Elgato (a subsidiary of Corsair). This custom chip powers Elgato's Wave Next audio platform, which includes products such as the Wave XLR Pro, Wave:3 MK.2, Wave XLR MK.2, XLR Dock MK.2, and Stream Deck + XL. The partnership integrates Lewitt's audio engineering expertise with Elgato's creator-focused hardware ecosystem, targeting digital content creators and streamers.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Shure: The dominant pro audio microphone brand, manufacturer of the SM58 (against which Lewitt's MTP 5 is directly positioned), SM7B, and KSM series. Directly competes with Lewitt in studio condensers, live dynamics, and drum microphones across the same artist, FOH-engineer, and broadcaster customer base.
• Neumann: Premium studio microphone manufacturer (U87, U47, TLM series) and Lewitt's primary reference point in flagship studio condensers (Lewitt's LCT 840 and LCT 940 are explicitly benchmarked against Neumann). Competes for the same high-end recording studios, producers, and engineers.
• Sennheiser: Broad pro audio manufacturer with overlapping microphone lines (eMDM, MK series, wireless systems). The W9 capsule is explicitly designed for industry-standard wireless systems dominated by Sennheiser, making them both a competitor and interoperability reference.
• AKG (Harman): Established pro microphone brand (C414, C12, D5, D7) covering studio, live, and broadcast. Directly comparable to Lewitt's LCT studio and MTP live lines, and one of the entrenched competitors Lewitt must displace in FOH and studio racks.
• Audio-Technica: Japanese pro audio manufacturer with broad microphone coverage (AT4040, AT4050, AT2020, ATM series). Competes head-to-head with Lewitt in the home-studio and prosumer segment, particularly with USB and budget condenser offerings.
• Rode: Australian microphone company that has aggressively expanded into USB, podcasting, and creator gear (NT1, NT-USB, PodMic, Wireless GO). Closest direct competitor to Lewitt's content-creator and USB product lines, with similar artist-endorsement GTM.
• Beyerdynamic: German pro audio manufacturer with comparable studio (M Series) and live microphone lines, plus studio headphones. Overlaps with Lewitt in European pro audio channels and recording-studio customer segments.
• DPA Microphones: Premium Danish microphone manufacturer specializing in instrument and live mics, including drum mic kits and miniature capsules. Competes with Lewitt in the DTP/Beatkit drum and high-end live categories, including the W9-capable wireless segment.

Emerging players

• Universal Audio: Manufacturer of Apollo audio interfaces and UAD DSP plugins; competes with Lewitt's CONNECT 2/6 interfaces and Space Replicator/Polarizer software. Same prosumer/studio customer base but different core focus (DSP/DSP-powered plugins vs. microphones).

Others

• Elgato (Corsair): Lewitt's OEM partner for the Wave FX Processor chip; Elgato's Wave Next platform (Wave XLR Pro, Wave:3 MK.2, etc.) embeds Lewitt technology. Not a competitor but the most material commercial partner enabling Lewitt's creator-economy reach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lewittaudio
• Facebookfacebook.com/lewitt.audio

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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