sE Electronics X1 S – Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Description

The SE Electronics X1 S is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone designed for versatile, full-range vocal and instrument recording in commercial facilities, project studios, home setups, and mobile rigs. The handcrafted gold-sputtered capsule features a pressure-gradient design for directional focus and rejection of off-axis sounds. It utilizes a gold-plated XLR 3-pin jack and requires 48V phantom power.

The metal-bodied X1 S delivers a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response and a selectable 80 Hz or 160 Hz low-cut filter to reduce rumble and low-frequency buildup. A switchable -10 dB or -20 dB pad minimizes distortion when miking loud sources such as drums and amplified guitars. Even without a pad, the X1 S can handle a maximum SPL of 140 dB. It ships with a mic clip and thread adapter for easy mounting on a mic stand.

FEATURES:

The X1 S utilizes a handcrafted condenser capsule, meticulously constructed and tuned in SE’s capsule room by technicians with decades of experience
Its internal redesign allows for improved sensitivity, dramatically increased SPL handling (up to 160 dB), and a large reduction in self-noise
The -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques
Selectable at either 80 Hz or 160 Hz, the two filters help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, as well as help compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques
The X1 S’s all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of electrical interference and noise
A gold-plated XLR connector ensures loss-free, reliable signal connection

 

Capsule Type: Hand-Crafted 1″ True Condenser

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Sensitivity: 30 mV/Pa (-30.5 dBV)

Max SPL: 140 / 150 / 160 dB (0/10/20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)

Equivalent noise level: 9 dB(A)

Dynamic range: 131 / 141 / 151 dB (0/10/20 dB Attentuation pad)

Signal to Noise Ratio: 85 dB

Low-cut filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB/Oct, switchable

Attenuation Pad: 10 / 20dB, switchable

Powering: 48 Volts according to IEC 61938

Electrical Impedance: 125 Ohms

Recommended load impedance: >1k Ohms

Current consumption: 6 mA

Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector

Dimensions: Diameter: 58mm (2.28 in), Length 169mm (6.65 in)

Weight: 445g