The sE8 - small in stature, huge in sound. 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.
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
- Hand-Crafted Small-Diaphragm True Condenser
- 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