sE6160 – Precision Shotgun Microphone for Live, Broadcast & Content Creation
The sE6160 is a premium shotgun condenser microphone designed for stage, studio, and field use. Whether you're capturing ambient audience sound for in-ear monitors, recording dialogue on a film set, or broadcasting in challenging environments, the sE6160 delivers pristine, natural audio with superior feedback rejection. Compact, lightweight, and built to tour, it offers stunning clarity—no matter where you aim it.
Key Features
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True Condenser Capsule
Handcrafted in-house with gold-sputtered diaphragm for premium transient response and maximum reliability. -
Tight Shotgun Polar Pattern
Superior gain-before-feedback with excellent side and rear rejection for use in loud environments. -
Switchable Low-Cut Filter
Eliminates rumble and footfall noise while compensating for proximity effect in close-miking setups. -
Switchable Pre-Attenuation Pad
Allows for close miking of loud sources without distortion, expanding dynamic range and versatility. -
Ultra-Lightweight Design
Weighs only 110g (3.88 oz)—ideal for boom pole, camera mounting, or portable rigs. -
Rugged Metal Housing
Die-cast roadworthy body resists interference, stage abuse, and environmental wear.
Professional Performance, Built for Real-World Demands
Originally created for sE's on-stage portfolio, the sE6160 makes in-ear mixes feel natural by capturing ambient audience sound with minimal coloration. Its pinpoint directionality also makes it an excellent choice for podcasting, location dialogue, theater, and ENG work. The hand-tuned capsule ensures every microphone meets strict performance standards—ready for the demands of modern production.
What's in the Box
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sE6160 microphone
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Mic clip with thread adapter
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Windscreen
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Soft protective case
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sE logo sticker
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User manual with warranty (in 7 languages)
Specifications
Type: True condenser shotgun microphone
Polar Pattern: Supercardioid/shotgun
Frequency Response: Not specified
Pad: Switchable pre-attenuation pad
Low Cut: Switchable high-pass filter
Power Requirement: 48V phantom power (P48)
Body Dimensions: Ø19.6 x 250 mm (0.77 x 9.84 in)
Weight (Mic Only): 110g (3.88 oz)
Included Accessories: Clip, adapter, windscreen, case
Connector: Standard 3-pin XLR
Use Cases
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Live Sound: Capture stage ambience or use as a crowd mic for enhancing in-ear mixes.
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Broadcast & Film: Dialogue and environmental pickup with minimal bleed.
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Podcasts & Streaming: Focused voice recording in noisy rooms.
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Theater & ENG: Lightweight for overhead miking and discreet placement.
Matched Pair Option Available
Looking for stereo applications? The sE6160 Matched Pair is also available (sold separately) for accurate stereo field recording and ambient miking setups.
- Short Description:
- True condenser shotgun microphone
- Bundled:
- No
- california pro_65:
- No
- Connectivity:
- Wired
- Connectors:
- XLR
- Features:
- Solid State
- Microphone Form Factor:
- Handheld/Stand-Held
- Model:
- se6160
- Pickup Pattern:
- shotgun
- Suited For:
- Recording & Live Sound;Stage/Live Sound;Studio/Recording
- Type (Microphones):
- Shotgun Microphone
- Enhancement:
- Yes
- Pad:
- Yes
- Rolloff:
- Yes
- SKU:
- SEE-SE6160