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Philips LFH9173

Lapel microphone

Last price 24€95
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Overview

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The Philips LFH9173 clip-on microphone is an omnidirectional condenser microphone for recording in situations where hands-free and discreet operation is required. Its highly sensitive sensor provides excellent recording quality.

Superior audio quality

  • A lapel microphone keeps the microphone in place
  • Condenser microphone for exceptional recording quality
  • Protective cap included to reduce unwanted noise

Designed for you

  • An ideal companion for your portable recorder
  • Durable, quality materials for long-lasting use
  • Complete Philips solution for optimal results
Specifications
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General information

Product name

Philips LFH9173

Brand

Philips

Model

LFH9173/00

Technical specifications

Directivity

Omnidirectional

Bandwidth (Min frequency)

50 Hz

Bandwidth (Max frequency)

20 kHz

Connector(s)

3.5mm Jack Male Stereo

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

See terms & conditions

Product referenced on 21 Jun 2011

Customer reviews
Global rating
8/10
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  • by Louis G
    Posted on 2 Feb 2022
    Bought on 28 Jan 2022 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 4 Average rating: 9

    Very good microphone but the cable is a bit thin

    The microphone works and is efficient, but the main drawback is that the cable is thin and therefore probably fragile. I handle it with care.

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  • by PhilippeR
    Posted on 13 Aug 2020
    Bought on 12 Jul 2020 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 6

    Short cable

    Good audio quality, but the cable is short (about 1m) which is enough as a phone accessory but short for a link with a video camera... and strict mono...

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  • by Mohamed RACHID
    Posted on 14 Sep 2016
    Bought on 7 Sep 2016 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 9

    Just about holds its own without being powered

    Just about holds its own without being powered

    For all those who have problems with weak, absent or variable sound, I would like to remind you that electret microphones need a tiny power supply to work properly. You can find all the explanations and a small electronic assembly on https://www.sonelec-musique.com/electronique_bases_alim_micro_electret.html
    This model must be powered with 1.5V, so a battery is enough.
    The addition of "information provided by our technical department" is relevant].

    It is surely possible to get proper operation without a power supply, if the microphone input sends a sufficient DC component.
    You can also try using a "Line In" rather than a Microphone input.

    Regarding the appearance of the product, it is really small (1 cm diameter). The cord is thin and therefore light. A spare windscreen is provided. The 2.5 jack to 3.5 jack adapter will be used for some devices. The windscreen fits well and will not fly off accidentally.

    I take off half a star for the lack of information about the required power supply.

    My test:
    I tried connecting the Philips LFH9173 directly to my laptop (Realtek Audio HD), without powering it. The level obtained is equivalent to what you get with a classic dynamic microphone, which is insufficient when clipped to the chest.
    After noise reduction on Audacity in these conditions, the voice is not studio quality, but intelligibility is good.

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