SE8

The sE Electronics sE8 is a professional small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for detailed, natural sound capture in studio and live applications. Its handcrafted capsule, low-noise Class-A circuitry, switchable attenuation pads and low-cut filters make it suitable for recording instruments ranging from acoustic guitars and pianos to drums, cymbals and orchestral performances.

From The Manufacturer:

The sE8 is a high-performance, handcrafted small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for studio and stage use. Its individually tuned capsule and precision-engineered backplate deliver a balanced, natural sound with excellent transient response. Transformerless Class-A circuitry provides low noise and a wide dynamic range, while its switchable attenuation pads and low-cut filters offer flexibility when recording both delicate and high-volume sound sources. Its robust all-metal construction and gold-plated XLR connector are designed for dependable performance in demanding environments.

Key Features:

• Handcrafted 1/2-inch true condenser capsule.

• Natural, balanced sound reproduction with excellent transient response.

• Low-noise, transformerless Class-A circuitry.

• Cardioid polar pattern for focused sound capture.

• Switchable -10 dB and -20 dB attenuation pads.

• Switchable 80 Hz and 160 Hz low-cut filters.

• High maximum sound-pressure-level handling.

• Durable all-metal housing.

• Gold-plated, three-pin XLR connector.

• Compatible with optional sE8 omnidirectional and supercardioid capsules.

Specifications:

• Microphone Type: Small-diaphragm true condenser.

• Capsule Size: 1/2 inch.

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid.

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz.

• Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV).

• Maximum SPL: 139 dB (0 dB pad), 149 dB (-10 dB pad), 159 dB (-20 dB pad), at 0.5% THD at 1 kHz.

• Equivalent Noise Level: 13 dB.

• Dynamic Range: 126 dB (0 dB pad), 136 dB (-10 dB pad), 146 dB (-20 dB pad).

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 81 dB.

• Low-Cut Filters: 80 Hz and 160 Hz, switchable, 6 dB/octave.

• Attenuation Pads: -10 dB and -20 dB, switchable.

• Electrical Impedance: 110 Ω.

• Recommended Load Impedance: Greater than 1 kΩ.

• Connector: Three-pin male XLR.

• Power Supply: 48 V phantom power (P48).

Included Accessories:

• sE8 microphone.

• Microphone clip with thread adapter.

• Windscreen.

Applications:

• Acoustic guitar recording.

• Piano recording.

• Drum and percussion recording.

• Cymbal and overhead microphone placement.

• Woodwind and brass instruments.

• Choir and orchestral recording.

• Instrument recording in professional studios.

• Live sound reinforcement and stage recording.

Included Accessories:

• One microphone clip with thread adapter.

• One windscreen.

Note: The standard single-microphone package is listed here. The matched-pair version includes additional accessories.

Accessories (Not Included):

• Microphone stand.

• XLR microphone cable.

• Audio interface, mixer or microphone preamplifier with 48 V phantom power.

• Optional sE8 omnidirectional capsule.

• Optional sE8 supercardioid capsule.

• Stereo mounting bar and protective metal case, supplied with the matched-pair package rather than the standard single microphone.

Size:

• Diameter: 23 mm.

• Length: 120 mm.

Weight:

• Microphone Weight: 141 g.

Electrical/Thermal:

• Phantom Power: 48 V DC.

• Current Consumption: 2.7 mA.