SE Electronics sE2200 Cardioid Condenser Microphone: Classic Sound Reimagined
Experience the timeless sound of the SE Electronics sE2200, a modern rendition of the award-winning cardioid condenser microphone that has graced studios and stages for years. This microphone boasts a smooth, polished sound that has been cherished by vocalists, voiceover artists, and instrumentalists worldwide.
Key Features:
- Classic Sound Reimagined: The sE2200 captures the essence of classic studio microphones while incorporating modern engineering for exceptional sound quality.
- World-Class Pedigree: This microphone has been used by renowned artists like Amy Winehouse and continues to be a staple in the world of professional audio.
- Original Capsule Design: Staying true to its heritage, the sE2200 retains the original capsule design, custom-built transformer, and class-A circuitry that engineers have adored for generations.
- Dual Gold-Sputtered Diaphragms: Unlike most cardioid microphones, the sE2200 utilizes two gold-sputtered diaphragms for optimal acoustic performance.
- Hand-Crafted Excellence: Each capsule is meticulously hand-crafted and individually tuned at SE Electronics' factory in Shanghai, ensuring top-notch performance.
- Traditional Class-A Electronics: The microphone's discrete components and absence of integrated circuits (ICs) result in low noise, consistent performance, and high sensitivity.
- Switchable Attenuation Levels: -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches expand the dynamic range, making it suitable for various applications and high-volume sources.
- Low-Cut Filters: Two switchable low-cut filters at 80Hz and 160Hz help eliminate rumble and proximity effect.
- Custom-Built Output Transformer: The sE2200 features a custom transformer that adds depth and weight to the sound, delivering a classic studio microphone experience.
- Metal Housing: The shielded metal housing ensures noise-free operation, even in demanding environments.
Specifications:
- Capsule Type: Hand-Crafted 1" True Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: 23.7 mV/Pa (-32.5 dBV)
- Max SPL: 125 / 135 / 145 dB (0/10/20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
- Equivalent Noise Level: 12 dB(A)
- Dynamic Range: 113 / 123 / 133 dB (0/10/20 dB Attenuation pad)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 82 dB
- Low-Cut Filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB/Oct, switchable
- Attenuation Pad: 10 / 20 dB, switchable
- Powering: 48 Volts according to IEC 61938
- Electrical Impedance: <50 Ohms
- Recommended Load Impedance: >1k Ohms
- Current Consumption: 4.2 mA
- Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector
- Dimensions: Diameter: 51mm (2.01 in), Length 215mm (8.46 in)
- Weight: 611 g (21.55 oz.)
In the Box:
- sE2200 Studio Condenser Microphone
- Isolation Pack (shockmount, pop filter)
- Thread adapter
- sE Logo sticker
- User manual with warranty card
- Short Description:
- Class A cardioid condenser with -10 and -20dB pads, high-pass filter
- Bundled:
- No
- california pro_65:
- No
- Connectivity:
- Wired
- Connectors:
- XLR
- Microphone Form Factor:
- Handheld/Stand-Held
- Model:
- SE2200
- Pickup Pattern:
- Cardioid
- Type (Microphones):
- Condenser Microphone
- Enhancement:
- No
- Pad:
- Yes
- Rolloff:
- Yes
- SKU:
- SEE-SE2200