sE Electronics sE8 Small Diaphragm Microphone Stereo Pair

Description

Fit for any challenges in the studio or on stage, the sE8 is a brand new high-performance handcrafted small-diaphragm condenser, fresh from the labs at sE. Its new hand-made capsule implements a sophisticated backplate design that provides a perfectly balanced sound, so it´s never harsh or aggressive - perfect for sources like high-hats and drum overheads. It´s also one of the quietest small-capsule mics on the planet - and with the highest dynamic range and SPL handling in its class, along with attenuation pads and low-cut filters for superb flexibility, the sE8 is ready for any sounds you’re making, whether in the studio environment or demanding on-stage applications.

Two Switchable Pre-Attenuation Pads
The -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for brass instruments, snare drums, and more.

Two Switchable Low-Cut Filters
Selectable at either 80Hz or 160Hz, these two filters help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, as well as help compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques.

All-Metal Housing with Gold-Plated XLR Connector
Unlike the cheaply constructed bodies of some small-capsule microphones, the sE8´s all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference and noise - and the high-quality finish and gold-plated XLR connector ensures a great look and a loss-free, reliable signal connection for years to come. The sE8 also comes standard with a newly-designed mic clip that will securely attach it to any mic stand.

Why A Handcrafted Capsule?
As with all of sE´s true condensers, the sE8’s gold-sputtered capsule is handcrafted and hand-tuned by skilled technicians in sE´s own factory. This is highly unusual for mics at this price, and is a great point of pride for the team at sE. Building and tuning a capsule is a subtle, artistic process, and given the scale of the vibrations which they must perceive, this is the most vital element of the mic.

sE8 Matched Pair
As with all sE´s factory-matched pairs, every mic ending up in a sE8 Stereo Pair configuration is hand-selected from hundreds of individual microphones. This ensures identical performance and the highest possible mic-to-mic consistency, so you can rest assured that your stereo image will be as clear and accurate as possible.

Features

• Gold-sputtered diaphragms ensure maximum reliability
• Every capsule is handcrafted and individually tuned
• Ultra-precision electrode design optimized for superb linearity and natural sonics
• Ultra-thin 3 micron gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transients
• Sophisticated acoustic design with precision components

Specs

Audio

• Analog or digital:Analog
• Frequency response:20Hz – 20kHz
• Max SPL:146 dB
• Connector:XLR

Pattern and Type

• Capsule:Condenser
• Polar pattern:Cardioid
• Type:Mounted
• Switches:Not specified
• Phantom power required:Yes

Size and Weight

• Diameter:.91 in.
• Length:4.72 in.
• Weight:4.97 oz.

Included Accessories

• Case:Yes
• Clip:Yes
• Shockmount:No
• Power supply:No
• Cable:No
• Stand:No