sE Electronics sE8 Small-Diaphragm Instrument Condenser Microphone - Pair

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. The sE8 Matched Pair comes complete with a precision stereo mounting bar, two protective wind screens, two mic clips, and a robust high-quality metal flight case. As with all of sE 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 & accurate as possible.

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.

The sE8 features -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches to provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for brass instruments, snare drums, and more. Along with this it has two 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.

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. 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 factory. This is highly unusual for mics at this price, and is a great point of pride for them.

Features

• Pair of Hand-Crafted Small-Diaphragm True Condenser microphones
• Comes with stereo mounting bar, wind screens, mic clips and metal flight case
• Cardioid polar pattern
• 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency range
• Max SPL: 139 / 149 / 159 dBSPL (0/10/20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
• Gold-sputtered diaphragms ensure maximum reliability
• Every capsule is handcrafted and individually tuned in sE's factory
• Ultra-precision electrode design optimized for superb linearity and natural sonics
• Ultra-thin 3 micron gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transients
• Newly-developed backplate design provides smooth, natural sound & truly consistent off-axis response
• Precision components
• Avoids colouration in demanding applications
• Sophisticated electronic design provides extremely low noise
• Transformerless design for excellent transparency and clarity
• Class-A circuitry ensures a high dynamic range