Large-diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Product Highlights
- All-Metal housing and premium finish
- Integrated windscreen
- Completely new acoustic design
- Attenuation and Low cut switches
- Gold-Plated XLR Connector
sE Electronics hits another home run with the X1 A large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone. The X1 A's upgraded capsule sounds great. Accuracy, dynamics, well-balanced frequency response - they're all there. Overhauled electronics manifest unbelievable sonic performance, especially at this price. A -20dB pad switch extends your dynamic range; although, given the X1 A's excellent SPL handling, you may not need it very often. A 100Hz highpass filter eliminates rumble and other unwanted low-frequency sounds. A gold-plated XLR connector ensures that the sE Electronics X1 A large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone will maintain a solid, reliable connection for years to come.
ALL-METAL HOUSING & PREMIUM FINISH
Unlike the cheaply constructed bodies of some other "entry-level" microphones, the X1 A's all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference and noise - and the high-quality finish ensures a great look for years to come.
INTEGRATED WINDSCREEN
Eliminates the need for an external pop filter, and provides an extra layer of safety and security for the all-important capsule.
COMPLETELY NEW ACOUSTIC DESIGN
The X1 A's new condenser capsule design is a work of art, delivering stellar sonic performance on any source with incredible speed, accuracy, and well-balanced frequency response.
The electronics have also undergone a complete overhaul, and exhibit better specifications and sound - on and off the test bench - than any other microphone in its class.
ATTENUATION & LOW CUT SWITCHES
The -20 dB pad switch on the left provides extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for even the loudest instruments...think super-heavy electric guitars, fortissimo brass instruments, and heavy-footed kick drums.
On the right, the 100 Hz low-cut switch helps eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, and compensates for excessive bass with close-mic techniques (proximity effect).
The X1 A comes complete with a rock-solid, newly designed swivel mic clip and thread adapter to fit with any mic stand.
- Diameter: 58 mm (2.28 in.)
- Length: 169 mm (6.65 in.)
- Weight: 390 g / 13.8 oz
Capsule Type | 2/3" Permanently-Biased Condenser |
Directional Pattern | Cardioid |
Frequency range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
Impedance | <50 Ohms |
Sensitivity | 20 mV/Pa (-34 dB) |
Max SPL | 130 / 150 dB (0 / 20 dB pad, (0.5% THD @ 1kHz) |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 78 dB(A) |
Equivalent Noise Level | 16 dB(A) |
Dynamic Range | 114 / 134 dB (0 / 20 dB pad) |
Low Cut Filter | 100 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable |
Attenuation Pad | 20 dB, switchable |
Connectivity | 3-pin male XLR |
Power requirement | 48V phantom according to IEC 61938 |
Recommended Load Impedance | >1K Ohms |
Current Consumption | 4.0 mA |